Volume 11 | Issue 19 |January 8, 2024

Good morning! Here is your Things@King's weekly update.

Year in Review

King's was a place to be in 2023! From forging new partnerships in India and Vietnam to celebrating research excellence, there was a lot of good news to share last year.

Check out our Year In Review and read all the highlights.

Student Spotlight

Laura Hansford ’23 Honours Specialization in Social Justice and Peace Studies (SJPS)

After starting her undergrad at King's in 2017, Laura switched her major to SJPS “to gain a better understanding of the roots of injustice in society and how to become an active participant in change.”

Laura did her placement with Antler River Rally (ARR), gaining experience in environmental justice. She represented ARR at different events and organized a river cleanup at King’s with the SJPS Club’s support. "The SJPS program prepared me to critically reflect and experience my placement at ARR with increased complexity and depth," she says.

Laura remains at King's and is in her foundation year of the two-year Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Her time with SJPS and placement with ARR "has given me an incredible foundation as I prepare to enter my first placement for the MSW program."

Wellness @ King's

Mental Health and Wellness Resources

Amidst the pressures of a new year and semester, prioritize mental health. Utilize campus counseling services, online resources, and support networks to navigate the challenges and seek assistance when needed.

After Hours Assistance

Reach out for help, whenever you need it. If you're experiencing a mental health crisis and need immediate, real-time support, call or text 9-8-8.

Visit our After Hours Assistance page for a range of support numbers you can contact for help when you need it most.

Find Support with Togetherall

New year, new mindset. Feeling the

pressure? Transform stress into positive

energy by setting small and achievable

goals. Togetherall has your back with

expert tips and a handy goal-setting tool to

track your progress.

Featured Events

For full event listings, visit our Events Calendar.

Green Bin Information Session

January 10, 2024

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Student Life Centre

The City of London will be promoting the new Green Bin program and answering your questions. A green bin is a container used for collecting organic waste like food scraps intended for composting to reducing landfill waste. King's currently has two types of composting bins: food waste composting bins and paper towel composting bins. Learn more about recycling sites and compost bins at King's here.

Frost Week

January 13 - 19

Your King's University College Students' Council (KUCSC) is hosting Frost Week, with a variety of events to welcome you to the winter term and show why King's is the place to be. Events include Food Trucks, Drag Queen Bingo, Skating in Victoria Park, drop in wellness events, and a London Knights game. Stay tuned for more details!

Ivey HBA Program Info Session

January 18, 2023

12:40 - 1:40 p.m.

BMO Auditorium in the Ivey Building

Attention all second-year King's students! You can now apply to Ivey’s HBA program! Attend the info session on January 18 in the BMO Auditorium at Ivey Business School. Register for a session by logging into your Ivey account. If you have not started an application and don’t have an Ivey account yet, visit the Ivey website, select ‘Apply Now’ and create an account to access the 2024 HBA application. Contact hba@ivey.ca for assistance. Application deadline: Jan 29, 2024.

Veritas Series

January 25, 2024

7 p.m.

Joanne & Peter Kenny Theatre

In this Veritas panel discussion, Gustave Ineza, Rev. Dr. HyeRan Kim-Cragg and Dr. Néstor Medina will bring their unique expertise and perspectives to the topic of decolonizing the Church.

Keeping Up with King's

Run for KUCSC 2024-2025: Nominations Open January 17!

The KUCSC elections for the 2024-2025 team are coming up! This is the perfect opportunity for getting involved at King's as a student leader. The available positions to run for are president, vice-president of student affairs, and vice-president of student events. The nomination period starts on January 17 and ends on January 30. For inquiries or discussions about this opportunity, contact KUCSC General manager or Governance associate.

Apply to be a Programming Assistant

King's Programming Assistants are responsible for assisting the Head Soph with managing the Soph team, and the planning and execution of orientation week programming. PA’s report directly to the Associate Dean of Students, and work closely with the Student Engagement & Transition Coordinator and the Head Soph to provide support to students new to King’s. Applications close January 10.

Fill out an application

Have questions? Email Emily Skinner

King's Land Acknowledgment updated

King's has recently updated our Land acknowledgment. Land acknowledgments are intended to inspire us to take action to support Indigenous communities, to increase the visibility of Indigenous people and to provide space for Indigenous voices to be heard. At King’s, we are taking steps to reconcile and build positive relationships with our Indigenous communities.

Call for Performers for the Annual King's Cultural Festival

Application Deadline: January 19, 2024

King's International is hosting our 21st Annual Cultural Performing Arts Festival on March 7, 2024, and there is a call for performers. Showcase your culture in celebration of cultural diversity featuring student, staff, faculty, and community talent. To apply fill out an application.

Alert Western U app now includes SOS button

The Alert Western U app has been updated with a significant safety enhancement - an SOS button. While on campus, if you are faced with a medical issue, feel threatened or need help, the SOS button will connect you with Western’s security and emergency response team. The Alert Western U app is available via your UWO email.

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

Devant Events

Devant Special Training Session

January 16, 2024

Noon - 1 p.m.

3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Learn how to use Devant's free career development platform. Explore courses and workshops to enhance your confidence and increase employability. Register

Join us for Sunday Eucharist

Masses are offered in The Chapel at Windermere on the Mount (WOTM) on Sundays at 10 a.m. and at 5 p.m. followed by the community meal in the parish hall. Weekday Masses will be on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at WOTM and noon mass on Thursdays and Fridays at King's Christ the King Chapel. 

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