Volume 10 | Issue 16 | December 19, 2022

Good morning! Here is Your Things@King's Weekly Update.

Wishing You All Good Health and Happiness this Holiday Season

As we prepare for the holidays, we are reminded that King's is a place to be for so many people. Our Christmas video celebrates Christmas around the world and the diversity found in our community. King's wishes you all good health and happiness this holiday season.

Holiday Hours of Operation

King's administrative offices are closed from December 23, 2022 - January 3, 2023 (inclusive) for the holiday break. King's will reopen on January 4, 2023. Great work everyone and enjoy your well-deserved breaks!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from King's Housekeeping Staff

The King's housekeeping staff sends you well wishes for the holidays and enjoy your Christmas break!

Mental Health and Wellness Resources at King's

Take care during exams season, King's! There are many wellness resources available at King's and you do not need to be in crisis to use them.

You can access apps and online resources such as Togetherall and Good2Talk, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can find free, confidential support 24/7 by texting GOOD2TALKON to 686868 or by calling 1-866-925-5454. Good2Talk is available by phone or text and in English, French and Mandarin.

Find Support with Togetherall

The holiday season can be a difficult time for some. Togetherall is a place to feel safe and open up about issues affecting your mental health. You can access the Togetherall peer support community, wherever you are, 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.

December Study Hall - Until December 22

Congratulations on nearly completing the fall term! Buildings and food services are still open for this week as exams come to an end. The King Student Life Centre will be open from 6 a.m. - 2 a.m. until December 21 and closes at 9 p.m. on December 22. The library will be open this week Monday - Wednesday from 8 a.m. – 11 p.m. and on Thursday, December 22 from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. King's administrative offices will open on January 4, 2023. 

There is complimentary parking during exam season in P2 and P3.

Find Your December Exam Schedule

You exam schedule is on the Western Master Exam Schedule page.

What Should I Do if I Am Sick and Going to Miss an Exam?

• As soon as possible, but no later than two days after a missed exam, complete an Academic Consideration Request, uploading appropriate documentation.
• If you are ill, please submit a Student Medical Certificate (SMC) signed by a licensed medical or mental health practitioner, detailing the duration and severity of illness or appropriate documentation supporting extenuating circumstances, no later than two business days after the date specified for resuming responsibilities. Student Health and Wellness at Western may provide the required documentation.
• When possible, inform your instructor before the date of the exam or assignment.

Study Abroad with International Exchange

Studying aboard gives you invaluable experience that you will carry for a lifetime. You'll learn new ways of solving problems, gain first-hand exposure to the culture, language and economy of another country. Exchanges are available for one or two semesters in India, the Netherlands, Switzerland, France, United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, Japan, South Korea, Spain, Colombia, Austria, China, Australia and Turkey. You can read about student experiences here and email King's International for more information. The deadline to apply is January 15, 2023 for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Get Your School of MEM Swag

The School of Management, Economics and Mathematics is offering a one-time opportunity to order MEM swag from the King's Connection. Enter in your email address for pricing and to see images of your swag. You must place your orders in before December 20.

The student-run King's Connection is closed until January 9, 2023, so any orders placed won't be shipped until it reopens.

Call for Performers of the 20th Annual King's Cultural Festival

The deadline to register as a performer for the event (taking place March 1, 2023) has been extended until January. Showcase your cultural identity at King's and join in this celebration of cultural diversity featuring student, faculty, staff and community talent. Email Olivia Yusuf if you are interested in performing.

Upper Year Residence for Fall 2023

If you would like to live on campus with other upper year students, there are two great options for you. Epworth Place and the King's Commons offer eight-month leases, laundry facilities in each unit, optional meal plans, housekeeping and Physical Plant services, air conditioning in all units, and all male, female, and all-male, all-female, mixed gender units available. You'll be steps away from campus and the buses.

Learn more about Epworth Place.

Learn more about the King's Commons.

For more information or to start your application, email Residence.

Winter Bridging Week

International students, welcome to King's! As you start your time here, we want you to know that King's is the place to be. Winter Bridging Week is a time to get to know your fellow classmates. From January 6-8, King's International will host a variety of activities. See you in the new year!

Faculty News

Happy Retirement, Dr. Ayoub Yousefi

 

The King’s Economics department was lucky to have hired a wonderful teacher, scholar and colleague, Dr. Ayoub Yousefi. For 21 years, Dr. Yousefi was actively involved in planning and leading change, both at King’s and for the School of Management, Economics, and Mathematics.

Top Stories

King's Student Recognized at Black Excellence Gala and Awards

Developing Communities Everywhere (DCE), a grassroots organization founded by Bridget Ofosu-Andam, fourth year Social Justice & Peace Studies student, was recognized at the Black Excellence Gala and Awards. She won in the Black Student Business category, nominated by the Western Black Students Association. Congratulations Bridget!

King's Student-Athlete Gets Signed in the CFL

Fourth year student-athlete, Daniel Valente Jr. was signed with the Ottawa Red Blacks as a defensive back. Daniel is majoring in Psychology with a minor in Geography and Environment. Congratulations Daniel!

"Shaking the Movers" Back at King's for its Second Year

The second King's Shaking the Movers workshop was held on November 26. Childhood and Youth Studies (CYS) students worked together on campus to virtually facilitate the workshop with children from across Ontario. 

Career Resources

Career Resources

• Career Connect
• Western Careers
• Careers: Students and New Professionals - Learn more about Ontario Public Service opportunities for students and new professionals.

Job Boards

• King’s Job Board
• Outcome Campus Connect

Programming Assistants Applications Open

Programming Assistants (PA)

Programming Assistants provide essential support to the Head Soph in team selections and OWeek program delivery. Typically, three to four PA positions are selected, and each PA is responsible for particular portfolios within the overall Orientation program. There is a $1000 honorarium for the PA position. Previous Sophing experience is desirable, but not essential. 

Programming Assistant Application deadline: Monday, January 9, 2023 at 9 a.m.

Devant Offers International students new career resources

If you are an international student, you can benefit from King's partnership with Devant, which offers resources and new career development opportunities in Canada for you. To learn more about the partnership between King’s and Devant, please visit our Career Resources for International Students page.

Devant Christmas Social

Join Devant team members, Kate and Michelle, to celebrate the festive season! They'll be offering valuable advice about your job search, and will also be hosting a Christmas quiz to get to know others in the Devant community.

December 21 at 6 p.m.

• Take the COVID-19 self-assessment screening before coming to campus.
• Visit our COVID-19 FAQ page for the most up-to-date information.

Development and Peace Group: Add weight to our voice. Be part of a family that acts for justice. In addition to being invited to an exciting webinar in January 14, 2023, all new members will be entered into a draw. One lucky member will win a trip to Montreal to meet the solidarity visitors from Colombia and Honduras during Lent. Lifetime membership costs $10, and is free if you’re under 35. Sign up at devp.org/joinus. Learn more at devp.org/campaign. To join the Development and Peace group at King’s contact Annette Donovan Panchaud. 

Hosting Events at King's

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