Volume 10 | Issue 36 | June 12, 2023 | |
Good morning! Here is your Things@King's bi-weekly summer update. | |
The next issue of Things@King's is June 26 and the deadline for submissions is Tuesday, June 20 at 4 p.m. Things@King's will be taking a summer break for July! We will return to sending you updates in August. Have a wonderful summer! | |
Awards of Excellence in Teaching | |
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2023 Awards of Excellence in Teaching! Dr. Darcy Harris, Professor of Thanatology, will be recognized for full-time faculty and Dr. Jennifer Silcox, lecturer of the department of Sociology, will be recognized for part-time faculty. Dr. Harris and Dr. Silcox are truly outstanding and inspiring examples of teaching excellence at King’s. | |
Congratulations to Our Graduates! | |
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Convocation - June 21
Congratulations to the Class of 2023! Your day is here and we can't wait to celebrate with you! Everything you need to know about Convocation, including the day's schedule, is on the Spring Convocation page.
June 21 at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
See last year's Convocation celebrations in the highlights video.
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Miranda Currie - Vice-President of Special Events - King's University College Students' Council (KUCSC)
Miranda, going into her fifth year pursuing a double major in Sociology and Criminology, is excited to continue rebuilding student engagement and create a sense of community through events.
Among the many clubs and events she has been involved with, Miranda was an HBK Relay for Life Commissioner and the Pride Project’s Vice-President of Finance.
“These experiences have helped me grow my leadership skills and learn how to plan successful events students will love,” says Miranda. Good luck, Miranda!
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What Does King's Look Like at 5 a.m.?
Sheri Rack, Housekeeping Supervisor, Physical Plant department, took this photo standing on the walkway in front of the east wing of Wemple. "People aren't usually here at this time of day to see how beautiful King's campus is this early in the morning," says Sheri.
Do you have a great photo of King's to share? Send your hi-res photo to Communications with a brief description (50-75 words) and it might appear in a future issue.
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Lost and Found Yard Sale
The Community Fundraising Committee is hosting a sale of items from King's Lost and Found, as well as items students chose to leave behind. All are welcome to come and check it out. Cash, debit and credit cards are accepted.
June 20 from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Wemple Computer Lab W022
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King's President Sends Message of Support for the LGBTQ2S+ Community
"The LGBTQ2S+ community has our unwavering support to have the rights, dignity, and humanity afforded to all people at King’s, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. We respect the uniqueness of each person and their right to express themselves authentically, without fear or prejudice," says Dr. David Malloy, King's President.
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Thanatology Students Lead Session on Afterlife with Beal Students
Dr. Darcy Harris, Professor of Thanatology, and students Kay Zhan, Corinna Vandenboorn and Maggie Myers facilitated a session during the BGC London’s Philosopher’s Café on May 26.
The Thanatology students worked with 100 Grade 9 - 12 H.B. Beal Secondary School students on the creation of collages representing what the Beal students think about the afterlife, or what they would want done with their bodies when they die.
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Trotman Wins Gold in Wrestling Canada Team Trials
Treye Trotman, first-year Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies (BMOS) student, won gold in the 57 kg division during the 2023 Canadian U23 Wrestling Championships and World Team Trials, held in Place Bell Cité in Laval, Quebec on May 27-28. This earned him a spot on the Canadian National Team for the second time, and he will travel with the team throughout the summer, competing in his weight class.
(The photo is from February’s U SPORTS National Wrestling Championships.)
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King's Graduate Amplifies Marginalized in Documentary Pilot
Moses Latigo Odida ’09 started a video production company called Kigaana Productions, which aims to liberate marginalized communities by telling their stories. Moses has always believed that amplifying marginalized voices is a critical step in humanizing the marginalized. You can watch the pilot for his documentary, Down: Canada's Black Caregivers.
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Black Education Fund
The Black Education Fund is accepting applications for their Black Education Fund scholarship or bursary award. The successful applicants for the Roster Scholarships will receive $1,000 per year, for every year of their program (up to a maximum of four years).
Deadline to apply: July 9
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Summer Residence Available in the Epworth Place Houses
Right on campus, Epworth Place Houses are affordable and available this summer until August 15. Each house has four rooms, and the price includes housekeeping, maintenance, full kitchens, laundry, two or three washrooms, and spacious rooms.
$50 per night or $1200 per month. Spaces are filling up, so don't delay.
If you are interested or have any questions, email Conference Services or call 519-433-3491 ext. 4452.
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Devant Career Events - Finding a Job in Canada
Where are all the jobs? Attend this live workshop to discuss strategies for finding the perfect career opportunities for you, as well as what to expect during the hiring process. Topics include the hiring process in Canada, what tools and websites you can use to search for available jobs, and tips for keeping your job search organized and less overwhelming.
Virtually on June 14 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
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Devant Career Cafe
Join Devant career coaches to discuss your job search and grow your network with your fellow peers. This is your chance to get your important questions answered by an expert - whether it is a resume, LinkedIn, interview, or networking advice, Devant will point you in the right direction.
Virtually on June 21 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Learn more about how Devant can help International students.
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Mental Health and Wellness Resources at King's
You can access Good2Talk, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You will 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.
Men's Health Week takes place from June 13-19. Togetherall, is a place where men can come and open up anonymously and get the support they need, anytime. Togetherall is a peer-to-peer platform that connects with others experiencing similar feelings, and is available to all students. They have trained professionals on hand, and this service is free.
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Join us for Sunday Eucharist
Masses are offered on Sundays at 10 a.m. in The Chapel at Windermere on the Mount (WOTM). Evening Mass will be at 7 p.m. at WOTM. Noon Mass at King's will resume in the fall.
For regular updates, follow @kingscampusmin on Twitter and Instagram, KUC.Campus.Ministry on Facebook.
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Let Communications Help You With Events Promotions
We want to help promote your events! Let the Communications department know by submitting your event via the posting request form. If you have a submission for the newsletter, email communications@kings.uwo.ca. Keep descriptions brief (50 words or less). Thank you for sending us your content!
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