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Dec 4, 2020
Social Work faculty discusses changes to religious services
Dr. Laura Beres of the King's School of Social Work discusses how religious services have transformed from traditional public gatherings to providing services online in a The Toronto Star article about the controversy over whether churches should be deemed essential.
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Dec 1, 2020
Faculty discuss social assistance numbers in Free Press article
In a London Free Press article, Dr. Michael Courey of King's Sociology department and co-ordinator of the London Poverty Research Centre at King's and Dr. Tracy Smith-Carrier of King's School of Social Work provided analysis of the number of Londoners on social assistance. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 25, 2020
Library books $1M donation
The London Free Press has provided coverage of the $1 million donation to King's Cardinal Carter Library from the estate of Elizabeth Russell, former Chief Librarian. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 24, 2020
MPP Terence Kernaghan recognizes The King's Promise in Legislature
Terence Kernaghan, MPP for London North Centre, recognized the King's Promise in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. "This promise is exactly what London, Ontario students need right now to feel secure in their futures," said Kernaghan. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 16, 2020
Dr. Geloso: Freeing interprovincial trade could boost economy
In an article at WealthProfessional.ca, Dr. Vincent Geloso, Assistant Professor of Economics, discussed how removing barriers to interprovincial trade could create more opportunities for entrepreneurs and put pressure on existing firms to remain competitive and responsive to their customers. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 10, 2020
Academica Group: King's launches the King's Promise
The Academic Group has spotlighted the launch of the King's Promise, a new program that guarantees meaningful employment to its graduates within six months of their graduation. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 9, 2020
King's lecturer discusses grief over celebrity deaths
In an article for The Fulcrum, Adam Koenig, Lecturer in Thanatology and Psychology, says it is natural to express grief when a celebrity dies because of the connection we make with them. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 9, 2020
LFP: King's to offer job guarantee to class of 2025
Joe Henry, Dean of Students, spoke to the London Free Press about the launch of the King's Promise, which will offer a job guarantee to students who enrol next year. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 6, 2020
Dr. Larkin discusses handling partisan politics among family members
Dr. Allyson Larkin, Associate Professor of Social Justice and Peace Studies, talked with Rebecca Zandbergen on CBC's London Morning about how she uses her expertise to handle partisan politics and political divide in her family. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 6, 2020
King's student raising money for child and youth mental health
King's student Olivia Duwyn is completing her own triathlon for mental health by swimming, cycling and running as she reaches fundraising goals along the way. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 5, 2020
Dr. Ryan gives perspective on U.S. election
Dr. Patrick Ryan, Associate Professor from the Department of Interdisciplinary Programs (Childhood and Social Institutions), appeared on CBC's London Morning with Rebecca Zandbergen to discuss his perspectives on the U.S. election as a specialist in American political history and an American living in London. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Nov 3, 2020
Dr. Smith-Carrier to be part of Basic Income panel
Dr. Tracy Smith-Carrier, Associate Professor in King's School of Social Work, will be part of a panel discussion on November 4, 2020 at 7 p.m. to discuss calls for a Basic Income as a way to support people in our communities. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Oct 30, 2020
Fr. Bechard named in 4th Annual London North Centre Honour Roll
Peter Fragiskatos, Member of Parliament for London North Centre, announced the names of local community champions who will comprise the 4th Annual London North Centre Honour Roll. Congratulations to Fr. Michael Bechard who has been named to this list! Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Oct 30, 2020
Dr. Lawlor discusses public views on non-party campaign spending
Dr. Andrea Lawlor, Associate Professor of Political Science, has co-authored an article in the Journal of Elections, Public Opinion and Parties about how citizens in Canada and the United Kingdom have mixed views on campaign spending by non-parties (corporations, individuals, interest groups that campaign during elections, often on behalf of candidate and/or parties). Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Oct 30, 2020
Dr. Silva discusses college athletics during COVID-19
Dr. Derek Silva, Assistant Professor of Criminology, participated in Beyond the Field: College Athletics in the Time of COVID-19, a virtual panel organized by the University of Connecticut. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Oct 29, 2020
Dr. Birnbaum discusses increasing challenges with high conflict family cases
In an article for the Lawyer's Daily website, Dr. Rachel Birnbaum presented the findings of a study that she conducted with Dr. Nicholas Bala (Queen’s) about the marked increase in the number of high conflict disputes that require resolution in Canada’s family courts. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Oct 23, 2020
Dr. Silva: college football feels all too normal during the pandemic
Dr. Derek Silva, Assistant Professor of Criminology, has co-written an article for Time.com, expressing concerns about the risks to college athletes associated with the return of college football during COVID-19. Facebook Twitter Linkedin -
Oct 22, 2020
Dr. Ellis: COVID-19-related stress dropping among teens
In an article for CBC, Dr. Wendy Ellis, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology, discusses her research showing a decrease in COVID-19-related stress among teens between April and August.
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