School of MEM News

Jan 12, 2024 Dr. Dean advocates for a marginal income tax reset to aid struggling Canadians

Dr. Jason Dean of the School of Management, Economics, and Mathematics (MEM), has published an article, "Full-Time Struggle and Two-Job Juggle: A Tax Holiday for Canadians to Fight Rising Costs" for The Montreal Economic Institute (MEI). Dr. Dean's proposal emphasizes a fair and financially sensible approach, advocating for a system that rewards rather than penalizes Canadians striving to overcome economic challenges through additional employment.
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Sep 25, 2023 King's alumnus inducted into Western Mustangs Sports Hall of Fame
Ryan McKie ’03 has fond memories of King’s, especially the relationships he built, the support he received, and the foundation he established for his current career with CIBC. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Aug 25, 2023 Work study students see programs as great opportunities
King’s Work Study and International Work Experience programs allow students to develop new skills, build self-confidence and expand their professional network. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Jul 26, 2023 Manik Singh's table tennis tale
Passion, hard work and unwavering support have taken BMOS student Manik Singh from being a table tennis enthusiast to representing his country and university at the highest levels. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Jul 21, 2023 Dr. Tian has impactful teaching and research tour at DUFE and ECUST, China
Dr. Renfang Tian's successful tour of China has enhanced the cohesion between King's, DUFE alumni, and ECUST, promoting interaction and broadening horizons for potential students and reinforcing the global appeal of the institutions. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Jul 17, 2023 King's course uses ChatGPT to assist students in enhancing cultural intelligence
Students in MOS2200 explored how to leverage the power of AI and examine metaphors and non-verbal communication to bridge cultural gaps. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Jul 14, 2023 An impressive group of faculty to begin new roles at King's
Meet our newest faculty members who will join us this fall and learn more about those who have moved from part-time to full-time roles. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Apr 27, 2023 Awards celebrate faculty research excellence at King's
This year’s recipients of the Research Excellence Awards, including the inaugural Distinguished University Professor Designation, the Hugh Mellon Excellence in Research Award, King’s Research Excellence Chair – Early Career and the King’s Research Excellence Scholar Grants were introduced as part of a special event on April 27, 2023. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Apr 19, 2023 Student projects will have positive impact on the City of London
King’s students from Psychology and Analytics and Decision Sciences put their studies into practice, completing projects designed to make London more livable and sustainable. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Mar 30, 2023 ADS minor leads students to great success
The first cohort for the Minor in Analytics and Decision Sciences (ADS) has proven that the program is placing students ahead of the curve and giving them a competitive edge in their chosen future professions. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Mar 15, 2023 Dr. El Armali on the harm caused by unpaid taxes

In an article in The Catholic Register about how tax evasion harms the common good, Dr. Jafar El Armali, Assistant Professor of Economics, argues that unpaid taxes hinder a government's ability to produce public goods, which harms the overall economic welfare.
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Mar 14, 2023 King's Pollard signed by London Majors

King's student-athlete Will Pollard, 3rd year student in the BMOS program, has been signed by the London Majors baseball team.
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Feb 27, 2023 King's student-athletes win gold
King’s student-athletes Shona Branton (swimming) and Treye Trotman (wrestling) won gold at U SPORTS national championships held this past weekend. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Feb 2, 2023 Lisa Macklem discusses Dungeons & Dragons IP licensing controversy
Lisa Macklem, Lecturer in the School of Management, Economics, and Mathematics, gives her insight into the uproar over the publisher of "Dungeons & Dragons" tightening their IP licensing in an article for Bloomberg Law. Facebook Twitter Linkedin
Jan 24, 2023 Lisa Macklem: Extended copyright benefits the corporate few, not the public
Lisa Macklem, Lecturer in the School of Management, Economics, and Mathematics, has written an article for The Conversation discussing who really benefits from Canada's recent extension of the copyright period to 70 years after an author's death. 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 4, 2022 Canada Career Month showcases King's support of students' career paths

In November, King’s will highlight the range of curricular and co-curricular programs and services that assist our students to transition to impactful and meaningful careers.
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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
Sep 12, 2022 King's students honoured by Global Undergraduate Awards

Two King’s students have their papers recognized with Highly Commended status at the 2022 Global Undergraduate Awards.
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Jun 24, 2022 2021-2022 Board of Directors' gold medal award winners
King's celebrates academic excellence by bestowing the 2021-2022 Board of Directors’ Gold Medal Awards on 13 deserving graduates of the Class of 2022. Facebook Twitter Linkedin