Volume 11 | Issue 30| March 25, 2024 | |
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Join us for the first-ever King’s Research Week from March 25-28, 2024! Research Week will spotlight the connection between research, teaching and community engagement at King's.
Throughout the week, attend Lunch and Learn sessions on topics such as research ethics and inclusivity, Research Panels highlighting King’s values, and Fireside Chats with inspiring leaders. Each day offers a different topic. Take advantage of these opportunities to connect, learn, and be inspired.
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Visit the King's Research Week webpage to view the full list of the events. Below is a selection of noteworthy events for students:
Experiential Learning Showcase
March 25, 2024
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Spriet Learning Commons
Hear from King's alumni and faculty about the transformative impact of international experiential learning opportunities at King's including field courses in places such as Ghana, Ethiopia, Italy, Belgium, France and the Dominican Republic.
Alumni reflect on how King's experiential learning propelled them to leadership roles and empowered them to become changemakers in their careers after King's.
Psychology Senior Thesis Presentations
March 26, 2024
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Spriet Learning Commons
Are you curious about the complexities of the human mind? This event promises to inspire and captivate! Witness firsthand the diverse array of topics explored by senior psychology students, ranging from cognitive neuroscience to social psychology, clinical applications to developmental psychology, and beyond.
Psychology for the Common Good
March 28, 2024
8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Vitali Lounge
Discover the profound impact of student research undertaken at King's University College. Under the guidance of Dr. Marcie Penner, students enrolled in the course, 'Psychology for the Common Good,' have dedicated themselves to crafting research-based solutions for the pressing challenges our local community faces. The culmination of the event will be the awarding of the prestigious Agnes Penner Prize.
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President's Podcast: Research Week at King's
In the latest episode of the President's Podcast, Dr. David Malloy and Dr. Erin Hannah, Associate Dean of Research, discuss how research at King's brings transformative change worldwide. They also discuss the inception of King's Research Week as an opportunity to showcase faculty, student and alumni research alongside each other.
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Secure your spot for Fall 2024 at King’s
Intent to Register (ITR) is your opportunity to indicate your intention to study at King’s this Fall 2024 and your desired degree and program choices. All current first-year students MUST complete an ITR. Year 2, 3 and 4 students don't need to complete an ITR unless they wish to change their program/module, or if they are changing their course load status.
Complete your ITR by April 2, 2024.
Please note: First-year students may receive a text from King's Enrolment Services regarding Intent to Register on March 25-27. This is a great chance for you to ask Academic Advising any questions you may have regarding ITR.
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ITR General Information Session
March 27, 2024
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Zoom
Intent to Register Questions and Answers: We will review degree general requirements, and answer your questions about program admission, progression, and the intent to register process.
Register!
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Numerous events are scheduled as the Winter Term comes to an end. For a complete list of events tailored for students, staff, and faculty on campus, we invite you to explore our Events Calendar.
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Psychology Colloquium
March 25, 2024
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Dante Lenardon Room 112
Tais Oliveira da Silva of Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Brazil will present the preliminary findings from her PhD research about End-of-Life Experiences and their Impact on the Dying Process: Implications for the Mind-Brain Relationship.
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Strategic Planning Update Presentation
March 27, 2024
3 - 4 p.m.
Via Zoom
The joint College Council Board Strategic Planning Committee invites you to a presentation from Strategy Corp with an update on the Strategic Planning Process.
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Support Groups
This week is the last week for support groups. The BIPOC Discussion Circle is on March 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Vitali Student Lounge Extension Room.
The 2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group is on March 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Vitali Student Lounge Extension Room.
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Study Carts
March 28, 2024
noon - 1:30 p.m.
SLC and Library
The Off-Campus Don Team will be rolling through the SLC and Library with study carts. Come grab some snacks, water, swag, stress toys, and treats to keep you motivated during the final push of the semester.
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King's Chamber Choir Concert: Celtic Voyage
April 6, 2024
7:30 p.m.
The Chapel at Windermere on the Mount (1486 Richmond St.)
King's University College Chamber Choir, along with special guest musicians, will present "Celtic Voyage," a concert of Celtic and East Coast choral music -- from poignant ballads to rollicking toe-tappers. Admission by freewill donation, with proceeds to Health & Homelessness Movement For Change. Reserve your seats here.
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Alexis Andrade, fourth-year Honours Double Major in English and Classical Studies
Alexis calls King’s her “academic playground,” giving her the freedom to explore her interests and pursue her Classical Studies major at Western. “It's not just a place to be; it's where I've become who I am today,” she says.
As part of the 2023 Global Undergraduate Awards. Alexis’s paper, exploring the essence and importance of the Feriale Duranum – a fragmented papyrus text that offers insight into Roman army celebrations and anniversaries, was named as Highly Commended.
“Connecting with fellow scholars worldwide who share my passions has been incredibly rewarding. It's not just about the recognition; it's about the sense of belonging to a global community of young academics making their mark,” she says.
Alexis will join Olivia Holland and Dr. Ian Rae, Department Chair and Associate Professor of English, on March 28, 2024 at one of Research Week's Fireside Chats. Alexis and Olivia will share their experiences as nominees in different categories at the Global Undergraduate Awards.
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Solar Eclipse
April 8, 2024
A total solar eclipse will be visible along a narrow path that stretches from Mexico to Newfoundland and Labrador and includes parts of Ontario. Only a partial solar eclipse will be visible in London from 2:01 p.m. - 4:29 p.m. The Hume Cronyn Memorial Observatory at Western offers more information, including tips on how to view the eclipse safely.
Please note: King's will be operating as normal on that day.
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Graduation Information
Apply to graduate! The deadline to apply is April 30, 2024. All students must apply to graduate through their Student Center. To apply, log in with your Western ID and from the Academics tile, select Graduation > Apply for Graduation and follow the on-screen instructions. You must also ensure that you verify your name on the system. For more information, visit Applying to Graduate.
This is the last call for grad photos! Book your appointment here. Now booking for March 28, April 3, April 4, and April 5!
Your $25 sitting fee includes:
• 8-10 poses in Graduation attire
• 2-3 poses in casual attire
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SQCT is now open!
Complete your Student Questionnaires on Courses and Teaching for a chance to win one of 10 $250 Book Store at Western gift cards! Each questionnaire completed during the three-week end of course feedback period will count as one entry into the draw. The survey is open until April 10, 2024.
For more information, visit feedback.uwo.ca.
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King's basketball finishes third with Fair Play Team Award
Congratulations to the King's Basketball team which finished third at Laurier Brantford’s Ontario Collegiate Recreation (OCR) basketball tournament on March 8, 2024. The team was awarded the Tournament’s Fair Play Team Award for their sportsmanship and extraordinary effort during the competition. In April, the team travels to the University of Wisconsin to participate in the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) National Basketball Championships against teams from across North America.
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St. Joe's Cafe
St. Joe's Cafe has expanded its schedule to help meet the demands of the growing food-insecure community in London. The King’s community will be sending 10 people on a number of Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you are able to volunteer over the next couple of months, please sign up here and follow the instructions on the page.
To drop off baked goods or sign up to play music, please email Annette Donovan.
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Immigration Q&A - Discussing Your Immigration Status with Employers
March 27, 2024
7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Zoom
Join Devant for an insightful Immigration Q&A with Elizabeth Long, a renowned Canadian immigration lawyer and Barrister, Solicitor, and Partner at Long Mangalji LLP. Elizabeth will delve into how to discuss your immigration status with employers. Please bring your questions and concerns as she navigates the intricacies of immigration law, offering valuable insights and expert advice!
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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.
Easter Triduum
The Chapel at Windermere on the Mount
Holy Thursday - March 28 at 7 p.m.
Good Friday - March 29 at 3 p.m.
Easter Vigil - March 30 at 9 p.m.
Easter Sunday – March 31 at 10 a.m.
Stations of the Cross
Every Tuesday at 6:25 p.m. until March 26, Stations of the Cross will take place in the Chapel on the Mount. Note that Confessions will move to 6 p.m. during these weeks.
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.
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