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Dec 8, 2022 Dr. Tieku discusses need for African strategy with the Hill Times

In an article for the Hill Times, Dr. Thomas Tieku, Associate Professor of Politics and International Relations, says Canada needs a strategic and systematic approach to Africa but "it is a policy that should have been crafted yesterday."
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Dec 5, 2022 Dr. Webster discusses Canada's Indo-Pacific strategy
Dr. David Webster, Associate Professor of Human Rights Studies, has written an article, reposted by the London Free Press and National Post, arguing that Canada's new Indo-Pacific strategy is "a welcome return of common sense" but big gaps remain. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Dec 2, 2022 King's featured in photographer's diverse view of London

King's is featured in photographer Richard Bain's new book, Shared Waters: London Listens. The book includes photos and a write-up about King's and a foreword by Leslee White-Eye, a former board member at King's.
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Nov 29, 2022 King's alumnus named in London's Twenty in their 20s
Justin Tiseo, BA’16, partner and assistant general manager of East Park Golf Gardens, was named as a recipient in Business London's Twenty in their 20s awards, as covered by Western News. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Nov 18, 2022 Dr Newman: Council needs to walk the walk with diversity and inclusion

Dr. Jacquetta Newman, Professor of Politics and International Relations, offered her views to a London Free Press article covering London city council's nixing its own vote in order to add more gender diversity to the public library board.
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Nov 17, 2022 Dr. Kerr talks world population numbers on 980 CFPL
Dr. Don Kerr, Professor of Sociology, appeared on 980 CFPL to talk to Mike Stubbs on London Live about the world population reaching eight billion and what it means. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Nov 15, 2022 Dr. Dean discusses impact of immigration targets on labour, housing
In an article in The Cord, Dr. Jason Dean, Assistant Professor of Economics in the School of Management, Economics, and Mathematics, talks about the impact immigration targets could have on labour shortages and housing prices. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Nov 8, 2022 Dr. Harris explains Thanatology and death literacy to CBC

Dr. Darcy Harris, Professor of Thanatology, was interviewed as part of a documentary about the language we use to refer to death and dying that aired on CBC's Tapestry with Mary Hynes. (Dr. Harris begins at the 11:12 mark.)
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Oct 28, 2022 Dr. Chau offers reasons behind religious shifts
The latest census data shows a decline in the number of Londoners who identify as Christians. Dr. Carolyn Chau, Associate Professor of Religious Studies, used her expertise to discuss the reasons behind this decline in a London Free Press article. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Oct 26, 2022 King's course shows economics does seek meaning
Dr. Jafar El Armali, Lecturer of Economics in the School of Management, Economics, and Mathematics, talked to the Catholic Register about a new course that aligns with Pope Francis' economic outlook and "seeks to teach economics in a way that the theories of markets, labour and price mechanisms are not divorced from reality." Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Oct 26, 2022 Dr. Kerr talks London's immigration boom to Free Press
In an article in the London Free Press, Dr. Don Kerr, Professor of Sociology, examines new census data that shows the number of newcomers settling in the London area over the past five years growing by more than 70 per cent. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Oct 25, 2022 King's students offer take on municipal election results
CBC London Morning reconvenes with King's students, Sofiat Ajibowu, Ava Hassan and Megan Hathaway Scrivens for their take on the municipal election results. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Oct 24, 2022 Dr. Grant discusses changes to British Prime Minister's office on podcast
Dr. John Grant, Associate Professor and Department Chair of Political Science, talks to guest host Rubina Ahmed-Haq about the resignation of Liz Truss as the British Prime Minister and the naming of Rishi Sunak to that office, on the Alex Pierson Show podcast. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Oct 20, 2022 These King's students want to make London's election 'cool again'
The CBC reports on how four students at King's are using social media to encourage other young people to learn about and vote in the upcoming municipal election. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Oct 20, 2022 Social Work's Elkassem speaks on research on impact of Islamophobia

Siham Elkassem, BSW '15, MSW '16 and Lecturer in the School of Social Work, joined CBC London Morning to share her findings from a research study about Islamophobia in London and how it affects other BIPOC communities.
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Oct 20, 2022 Dr. Newman speaks to Toronto Star about Richmond Hill protests
Dr. Jacquetta Newman, Professor of Politics and International Relations, was quoted in a Toronto Star article about Richmond Hill residents protesting against "a bullying culture" at city council. Dr. Newman discussed how the protests could actually increase voter engagement. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Oct 18, 2022 Dr. Arnold discusses if grief can be cured on TVO's The Agenda
Dr. Carrie Arnold, Assistant Professor of Thanatology, participated in a panel discussion examining society's approach to grief which asked "Can Grief Be Cured" on TVO's The Agenda with Steve Paikin. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Oct 18, 2022 Dr. Lawlor's research referenced in CBC News article on midwifery
A CBC News article on midwives working to driving positive change in Ontario's health care system included discussion of research on burnout in the profession done by Dr. Andrea Lawlor, Associate Professor of Politics and International Relations, and Meagan Furnivall, clinical department lead at the London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC). Facebook Twitter Linkedin