Volume 8 | Issue 25| March 8, 2021 |
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Celebrate International Women's Day |
In celebration of International Women's Day, we honour all women in the King's community - students, alumni, faculty, staff and supporters - who choose to challenge and strive for change. As you reflect on those in your life who are making a difference, we invite you to recognize a deserving graduate by submitting a nomination for a King's Alumni Award.
In order to further highlight the efforts of the women of the King's community, the new Women's History Month webpage has launched with links to events taking place this month including a lecture, web stories, and book recommendations from the library. Please check out the new Women's History Month page. |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Be Featured
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Parents/Supporters
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Dissertation will Explore Christianity and Holocaust
An article in The Catholic Register discusses the research being done by King's alumna Mia Theocharis '18 on the role of Christianity played in the Holocaust as she works towards her PhD. Theocharis will build on her research of religion and the Holocaust she began while at King's.
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King's Capital Management Club Discusses the Future of Investment
King’s University College Capital Management Club fund manager Serge Muhirwa discusses how social justice will be defining the future of investment, in an article for the Catholic Register.
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Special Topics Course Spotlight |
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Childhood and Social Institutions
Creativity in Child Centred Practice
How can we make children's voices heard in creative yet effective ways? This is your opportunity to create the next great idea! This course will combine thinking linked to participation and learning, alongside practical consideration around product design, publishing, creative/co-productive user engagement, 'ed tech' and product development.
Starts May 3.
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Reminder: Racial Climate Survey
Have your voice heard! Complete the Racial Climate Survey. Deadline to complete the survey is March 16.
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Thames Market Now Offering In-Person Services
The Thames Market is now offering in-person services Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. If you choose to dine-in, there is a 50 person capacity limit in the cafeteria.
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The Write Place: Virtual Majlis |
The Write Place is happy to present the Virtual Majlis, an online space where students can practice their English conversation skills. The majlis will be hosted by Professor Sheri Henderson via Zoom every Monday at 9 a.m.
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Lunar New Year Presentation
In collaboration with the Social Justice and Peace Studies Club, the King's International Association is holding a Lunar New Year Presentation. The focus will be on cultural appropriation with regards to Asian traditions and why their representation is important.
March 9 at noon.
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School of Management, Economics and Mathematics Info Sessions |
If you are in the School of MEM program and have questions about Intent to Register (ITR), the School of MEM is hosting some question and answer sessions:
- Tuesday, March 9 - 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
- Thursday, March 11 - 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
- Friday, March 12 - 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
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Vote for your Next Vice-Presidents!
Campaigning for the Vice-President of Student Affairs and Vice-President of Student Events positions is now live!
Your candidates are:
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Roshaydia Morgan is the VP of Student Affairs candidate. She is studying Social Justice and Peace Studies/Women Studies and is in her third year at King's.
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Matthew Plaskett is the VP of Student Events candidate. He is pursuing an Honour's Specialization in Social Justice & Peace Studies with a Minor in Disability Studies. Matthew is in his second year.
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Nadine Elneser is the VP of Student Events candidate. She is studying Sociology and is in her third year at King's.
Voting will be open from March 10-11.
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The Opening of the Pius XII Archive and Holocaust Research
This is the final event in the Winter Webinar Series, hosted by the American Catholic Historical Association.
Dr. Robert Ventresca from the department of History will be a panelist.
March 10 at 7 p.m.
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MEM March Career Events
Episode two - Perseverance, Resilience and Motivation: Handling Academic and Professional Pressure in a Challenging Environment. Special guest: Chris Campkin '16 B.A in Financial Economics, Senior Account Executive at Allied Technical Solutions.
Host - Dr. Joseph Turnbull, Mathematics Professor at King's.
March 11 at 11 a.m.
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The Centre for Social Concern at King’s: “Come in from the Cold" |
The Centre for Social Concern at King’s is hosting “Come in from the Cold: Community Voices in the Time of COVID”. This event focuses on the impacts of COVID for marginalized populations and challenges the barriers that have risen amongst the community throughout the pandemic. With a focus on racial equity and accessibility, the Centre for Social Concern seeks to draw attention to the vast inequities engrained in our society that have been magnified during this crisis.
The event will take place virtually March 11 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. via Zoom.
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King's Psychology Association: Upper Year Panel
The King's Psychology Association presents:
What I wish I knew in first and second year - Upper Year Panel.
First and second year students - do you have any questions? Looking for some tips and tricks? Join KPA and learn from upper year students! Go to the KPA's Instagram page to DM them for the Zoom link.
March 12 at 10 a.m.
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Call for donations to St. Joseph's Hospitality Centre
With the lifting of shutdown measures, the King's Community resumes its support members of the east end London Community by distributing lunch bags of pre-wrapped food outside of St. Joseph’s Hospitality on March 13 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Donations of the following items would be greatly appreciated: juice boxes, fruit cups, crackers and cheese or cheese strings, apple sauce, pudding, sandwich meats, cheese slices, hard boiled eggs for egg salad, tuna, and bread to make sandwiches or pre-wrapped healthy alternatives. Non-perishable items can be dropped off at the parish hall entrance before Mass on Wednesday, March 10 from 6:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Donations can also be dropped off on March 13 between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Hospitality Centre rear door.
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Graduation Photos
Graduating this year? Celebrate your Western degree with professional graduation photos! Don't wait to register. Spaces fill up quickly. There is a $35 sitting fee.
March 15-19
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Global Career Seminar in Japan (online)
The Cross-Cultural College (CCC) is a collaborative Canada-Japan program available to King’s students. Students study with King’s partner Kwansei Gakuin University (KGU) and receive a MOS credit through King’s. Pre-lectures are available in June and July and there is an intensive on-line study period in August. If interested please contact King’s International at international@kings.uwo.ca for a course syllabi and further information by March 19.
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SJP Club Needs Volunteers for its Donation Drive
The Social Justice and Peace Studies Club will be holding a donation drive on Saturday, March 20 from noon - 4 p.m. They need your help and participation!
The Club is accepting donations of canned goods, non-perishable food items, clothing, personal care items and empty bottles. All donations will be left on front porches for contactless pick-up. The club needs your help picking up these donations! If you would like to volunteer, please sign up here or email the SJP Club. All donations will be given to SafeSpace London. Thank you for your participation in a great cause! |
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The application for the Summer International Work Experience (IWE) Program at King’s is open! International students interested in summer employment have until March 12 to apply. For more information, including eligibility criteria and how to apply, please visit the Work Experience website.
The application for the Full-Time Summer Work Study at King’s is now open! The deadline to apply is March 26. For more information, including eligibility criteria and how to apply, please visit the Work Study page.
When applying for either program, please ensure you are using Firefox or Mozilla.
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King's K.A.M.P. Mentor Applications
Applications must be in by March 19.
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Plan your Path at King's
All returning King’s students must submit an online Intent to Register (ITR) by March 31, 2021, to declare their degree and module choices for the 2021-22 academic year.
To complete your ITR, go to: student.uwo.ca. Under “Western Links” links, click “Complete My Intent to Register”
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Become a Transition Assistant |
Do you enjoy meeting new people? Do you enjoy being a leader? Do you have strong time management and study skills? Do you want to improve your career profile? We are looking for upper-year mature students to become Transition Assistants for the 2021/2022 academic year. If you are interested, please complete the form. If you have any questions regarding the program, please email mature.student@kings.uwo.ca. |
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CMHA After-Hours Virtual Support
Until April 23
Monday, Wednesday and Fridays
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
to set up your appointment.
Personal Counselling
Students in need of counselling can access support through Student Affairs. At Accessibility, Counselling & Student Development they have caring professional counsellors to support students in managing personal concerns more effectively.
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Togetherall is a peer to peer online group. It's a safe space to talk, share and support others like you.
Tired of screen time? Try going on a King's Roots walk. See the map here. Please note, the time listed is only a suggestion. Please enjoy a stroll around campus whenever it is convenient for you. |
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Thrive at King’s: Personally and Academically
Want to feel and do better but don’t know where to start?
Accessibility, Counselling & Student Development (ACSD) is offering a series of six workshops to help students academically and personally. Topics addressed in these workshops will include:
- Activating agency
- Transitions
- Building new habits
- Perseverance and persistence
- Cultivating curiousity
- Connections & compassion
- Leading from strengths
- Flourishing
- Wide awake learning
- Balance
Build motivation, optimism and resilience along with learning essentials like time management and effective studying. You can shift your university experience to something better.
These workshops are FREE. After registering you will receive the Zoom link by email. Attend as many of the workshops as you would like.
Mondays from 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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More Study Spaces Available to Students
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has announced that our area has moved into the Orange Level of Ontario’s COVID-19 response framework. For the King’s community, this means we have increased the number of study spaces on the King’s campus and the dining room space at the Thames Market.
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Western COVID-19 Testing on Campus
Western students, staff and faculty can get a COVID-19 test without an appointment at the Western Student Recreation Centre.
The testing centre is open with a online booking tool to schedule appointments up to three days in advance.
Please go to the Western COVID-19 testing page for the most up-to-date information. Please access the clinic Recreation Centre Clinic using the accessible entrance facing Huron Drive.
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IN-PERSON MASS HAS RESUMED
With the lifting of shutdown measures by the Ontario government, our parish has re-opened our chapel for in-person worship. Mass schedule is Sundays at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. The Sunday 5 p.m. Mass will be discontinued for the remainder of the academic year. As was the case before the shutdown, we require that you register for each Mass that you plan on attending through Eventbrite. We will continue to livestream the Sunday 11 a.m. Eucharist for the duration of the pandemic through our Facebook page or on our YouTube Channel. You can also find the latest link on the Campus Ministry website.
HERE FOR YOU: We know that these continue to be very challenging times. Know that the Campus Ministry Team is working hard to continue to serve your needs. Need support or someone to talk to? Contact us by email at campusministry@kings.uwo.ca or call 519-963-1477 and a member of our team will be happy to connect with you.
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VIRTUAL SUNDAY CHILDREN'S PROGRAM
Virtual Sunday children's program takes place every Sunday at a new time of 11:30 a.m. Email Maija Wilson to register.
PASTORAL COUNSELLING
We continue to offer pastoral counselling through virtual appointments at this time. Contact Jim Panchaud or call 519-963-1477 to set up an appointment.
CAMPUS MINISTRY BROCHURE
Click here to view the Campus Ministry brochure which outlines our ministries and program offerings.
For regular updates:
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Looking for a way to deepen your prayer life this Lent? Join us this Lent for “Journey with The Saint John’s Bible,” a free online series from the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame. We’ll explore Scripture through the beauty of art, learn to contemplate the Word of God, and grow in faith together. All sessions will be virtual. For more information or to sign up, contact Annette at annette.donovanpanchaud@kings.uwo.ca. |
Lenten Reconciliation Service
As the restrictions brought about by the pandemic will not allow us to gather for individual confessions, we will gather on Wednesday, March 24 at 7 p.m. for a communal reconciliation service, concluding with general absolution. You will be required to reserve a space using this link.
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This weekly series provides an interactive opportunity to learn the tenets of the Catholic faith from a variety of experts in their field. The format is a half-hour lecture followed by a question and answer period. This takes place every Thursday from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. virtually. Click here to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with details about how to join the webinar.
We welcome Dr. Mark Yenson, Chair of Religious Studies, who will speak about ecumenism on Thursday, March 18.
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Daily Prayer Live New Schedule |
Daily Prayer Live is now being offered each weekday: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at noon and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. You can join us live on our Facebook page. The prayer booklet will be posted to our Facebook page on the day of prayer or you can find it on the Campus Ministry website. |
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