Volume 11 | Issue 16 | December 4, 2023 | |
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National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women | |
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On December 6, 1989, 14 young women were murdered in a horrific act of gender-based violence (also known as femicide) at l'École Polytechnique de Montréal. On the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, we come together to mourn their loss, honor their memory, and reaffirm our commitment to fight the hatred that led to this tragic event. This day serves as a reminder that, both in Canada and globally, women, girls, LGBTQ2S+, and gender-diverse individuals still endure violence and discrimination.
École Polytechnique Tragedy Vigil
December 6, 2023
11 a.m. - noon
Spriet Learning Commons and King's Quad
In tribute to the 14 murdered women, a vigil, led by Social Justice and Peace Studies (SJPS) and the Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Decolonization (EDID), will be held in the King's Quad following a welcome address and brief overview of the exhibit in the Spriet Learning Commons.
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Mental Health and Wellness Resources
As exam season approaches, we want you to prioritize your well-being! Discover a variety of wellness resources, accessible to all, even outside of crisis situations. Your mental health matters every day.
King's offers a variety of mental health and wellness resources that are free and accessible. You don't need to be in crisis to access supports. Your mental health matters every day.
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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.
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Find Support with Togetherall
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.
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December 6
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Wemple Hall, room 173
This event is an opportunity for first-year off-campus students to relax and rest prior to exams. The movie will be "Spiderman Across the Spider-Verse." Food will be provided.
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Learn and Turn: Drag Performance and Learning Opportunity
December 7, 2023
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Joanne and Peter Kenny Theatre - Student Life Centre
Maple Queef, a fourth-year Bachelor of Arts - Human Rights student, will be joined by local performer, Non-Binary Drag King, Brattery Acid. This is a free event hosted by King's 2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group in collaboration with King's University College Students' Council and the Pride Project.
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Late Night Breakfast
December 7, 2023
8 p.m.
Garron Lounge in the SLC
Join the KUCSC executive team for a free late night breakfast on December 7 in the SLC! (While supplies last). There will be French toast, waffles, sausage and bacon, as well as fruit and assorted beverages.
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Exam season Trolley
December 7 and 8
Need an exam season pick-me-up? The Chapter Chats Club will be rolling through the King's Library with the Exam Season Trolley on December 7 and 8. Loaded with snacks, refreshments, King's SWAG, and essential stationery, the trolley is here to uplift students during the exam season. Keep an eye out and grab some goodies to power through this exam season!
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Exam Season Resources
Explore our Exam Season Resources page on the website for details on using the King Student Life Centre, Library hours, food services hours of operation, shuttle buses schedule, and study rooms this exam season.
Good luck on your exams and final assignments. You've got this!
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Studying late on campus? Grab a cab on us!
Taxi transportation (up to $11) is available to commute between King’s, Western and Brescia campuses from December 8-21 from 10:30 p.m. - 8 a.m.
Free taxi service is available to commute between King’s, Western and Brescia campuses from December 8-21 from 10:30 p.m. - 8 a.m.
Step 1: Ask security at (519) 521-6215
Step 2: Call Yellow London Taxi at (519) 657-1111
Step 3 Give taxi chit to the driver. Eligible trips include anywhere from King's to Western. A maximum of $11 is covered and you pay the rest.
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HOME BUS Winter Clothing Drive
December 7, 2023
The Social Action Committee (SAC) of the Social Work Student Association (SWSA) is hosting the HOME BUS Winter Clothing Drive! HOMEBUS: the HOME Program stands for 'Health Outreach Mobilization Engagement' Program which provides wraparound services to individuals experiencing homelessness. WHY? We are doing our part to ensure those who are living in the cold, precarious conditions of winter have clothing to wear
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Step into Christmas Campaign needs your help
Donate by December 11, 2023
Donations are needed of new gloves, hats, toiletries, other small treats and/or fun items to fill our shoeboxes for those in need at St. Joe’s Café. Consider donating by:
- Filling shoebox filled with listed items.
- Purchasing multiple quantities of the listed items.
- Donating funds to purchase items.
Donations can be dropped off in Wemple Hall Chapel. Funds can be received at Campus Ministry or by clicking here (select “Other” in menu, type “Shoebox” in box). Questions? Please contact Annette.
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King's wants your feedback!
This week is the last week to complete the Survey on Courses and Teaching. If you complete the survey you will be entered for a chance to win one of 10 $250 Book Store at Western gift cards! The survey is open until December 9, 2023.
For more information, visit feedback.uwo.ca.
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CEO of Better Business Bureau (BBB) addresses MEM students
Last week, Jennifer Matthews, CEO of the Better Business Bureau (BBB), delivered a series of lectures on workplace ethics to students in the "Professionalism and Ethics" course at the School of Management, Economics, and Mathematics (MEM). In addition, she engaged in dialogue to explore opportunities within MEM, and deepen collaborations between BBB and King’s.
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Invitation to Catholic students’ conference at King’s
You're invited to take part in the Canadian Catholic Students’ Association Central Region Conference being hosted at King's January 19-21, 2024. Through service and dialogue we'll learn to give witness to our faith on campus and in our local communities. It's a chance to connect with other Catholic students from Ontario and Quebec and promises to be a great time of faith, fun, and fellowship. Keynote speaker is Dr. Leonard DeLorenzo from the University of Notre Dame. See details and register.
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Devant Events
Employer Insights: Careers in Tech
December 06, 2023
Devant is hosting an online webinar on careers in the Tech sector. Sponsored by Techconnex. Listen to invaluable insights and experiences in the dynamic world of technology from industry experts! Register
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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.
For regular updates, follow us @kingscampusmin on Linktree, X and Instagram, KUC.Campus.Ministry on Facebook, King's Campus Ministry on YouTube and visit the Campus Ministry website.
Advent Days of Confessions
During Advent, we will offer additional times to celebrate God's love and mercy through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Here is the schedule:
Wednesday, December 6
Chapel at Windermere on the Mount:
- 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Father Paul Baillargeon)
- 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM (Father Peter Amszej)
- 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM (Father Paul Baillargeon)
Chapel at King's
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Father Peter Amszej)
University Community Centre,Room 38B
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Father Peter Amszej)
Note: Confessions will still be offered on Tuesdays before Mass and by appointment, as usual, throughout Advent.
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