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Dec 21, 2020 Dr. Silva discusses rising calls for college basketball to shut down
Dr. Derek Silva, Assistant Professor of Sociology, has co-written an article for Time Magazine, discussing how men's college basketball coaches in the United States are starting to speak out, questioning why the sport is still being played in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Dec 18, 2020 Dr. Preston says Bill C-7 devalues the disabled.
Dr. Jeff Preston, Assistant Professor of Disability Studies, spoke to the Catholic Register about his issues with Bill C-7, that proclaims medical practitioners must “ensure that the person has been informed of the means available to relieve their suffering." Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Dec 10, 2020 Fr. Michael Bechard named to London North Centre Honour Roll
MP Peter Fragiskatos '04, MP for London North Centre, named Fr. Michael Béchard, Director of the Office of Campus Ministry and the Pastor of Christ the King University Parish to the London North Centre Honour Roll, which pays tribute to citizens in our community who have given back in ways that made the city better. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Dec 9, 2020 Dr. Preston: what are governments doing to help disabled people live?
On an episode of CBC London Morning, Dr. Jeff Preston, Assistant Professor of Disability Studies, spoke out against Bill C-7, which would give more Canadians access to medical assisted dying, stating the government should focus on making things easier and more functional for disabled people. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
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 4^th 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