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Registration for the 2025/26 academic year opens for returning graduate students and journalism students on March 18 and for other undergraduate students on March 19. Find resources to help with this process here: ukings.ca/campus-communi…

📚 Grade 12 students—win your FYP books ($750 value) for free! Enter the Essay Contest by March 17 for a chance to win & have your essay published! 📝 Question: How does villainy contribute to a work of literature? 📩 Learn more and submit your entry: ukings.ca/events/essay-c…

The 2024-2025 What's Next? Advising Guide is packed with insights to help you explore program options and discover new opportunities. Pick up a copy at the Registrar’s Office or check out the online version: ow.ly/L5T550Vf5bF

Today is International Women’s Day—a day to come together in community to celebrate, reflect and take action. Wondering where to get started? The King’s Co-op Bookstore has put together a list of relevant titles we encourage you to check out.

Applications for the Undergraduate Fellowships in Public Humanities close tomorrow! Whether you’re a student looking for a summer job or an organization searching for fresh talent, learn how this program can work for you: ow.ly/OLyb50Vbl4M

On March 11, join us for the penultimate event in the Public Lecture Series: Representations of Disability—a special screening of the award-winning film “Our Hearts Aren’t Disabled,” followed by a Q&A with Director Josh Dunn. Learn more: ow.ly/QSt750Vbkhl

Two upcoming academic advising events at King’s: Chat with a Peer Academic Advisor (March 6 at 11:30 a.m.) and Pizza Mixer and Social (March 12 at 3:30 p.m.) in G. Peter Wilson Common Room. Meet with upper-year students and faculty members, plus, enjoy free pizza! 🍕

This year’s recipient of the Peter Mansbridge Investigative Writing Award is Master of Journalism student, Yuan Wang! The award will help Wang cover the travel and investigative costs she needs to explore the volatile ever fishing industry. Learn more: ow.ly/N85R50V9Bra

Ramadan Mubarak to all who observe! Students with a meal plan observing the fast can arrange to pick up a take-away meal from Prince Hall before 7:30 p.m. Monday–Friday, and before 6:30 p.m. on weekends. To arrange for this, email Andrea Lamb, andrea.lamb@compass-canada.com.

Professors Eternity Martis and Nana aba Duncan visited King’s on January 30 to present their lecture, “Reporting in Black Communities.” Their visit sparked important conversations among journalism students and faculty, which you can read more about here: ow.ly/zNeE50V7ViH

On March 4, join moderator Pauline Dakin and four key leaders in Canadian journalism for “Public Trust in Journalism in Dark Times,” a public roundtable hosted by King’s School of Journalism, Writing & Publishing. More details: ow.ly/3B4O50V7GfL

Writer and historian Dr. Gregory Radick presents the 7th MacLennan Lecture, “What If? Alternative Pasts for Science and Technology—and Why They Matter.” Join us for the lecture in Alumni Hall at 7 p.m. on March 6. More details: ow.ly/WC9e50V78XM

On February 26, at 7 p.m. in Alumni Hall, FYP students and two FYP faculty members face off over this year's bold question: “Be it resolved that all of the Foundation Year Program can be understood through the concept of the Circle and the Centre.” Who will win? Don't miss it!

Looking to connect with community and chat about a great book? Join us at the Halifax Public Library on February 26 for this month’s MFA Book Club! On the agenda is RC Shaw’s non-fiction adventure, Captain Solitude. More details: ow.ly/JfeY50V5BEJ

Join us on February 24 for lunch in the lodge with Sandra Hannebohm, BJ’18! Sandra has ten years of experience in journalism and digital media startups. Don't miss this opportunity to connect and gain insights from her! Secure your spot: ukings.ca/events/lunch-i…

Do you know a King’s alum who deserves recognition for their career success, volunteer work, community building or other accomplishments? The Alumni Awards are now open for nominations! ow.ly/ORTl50V4hCs

🚨 Reminder: Scholarship Deadline Approaching! Thinking about attending King’s for an undergraduate degree? Apply for scholarships by March 1 & explore bursaries like the Joyce Family Foundation Bursary! 💰 ukings.ca/admissions/fin…

Applications for the Alumni Association’s Student Awards for the 2025-2026 Academic Year are open now! These awards, ranging from $100–2450, are available to students of good academic standing who have contributed to the university community. Learn more: ow.ly/9gmR50V338Z

Join us on Feb 25th for Dr. Nicole Ineese-Nash’s lecture, “Decolonizing Disability: Indigenous Perspectives on Children with Disabilities and the Colonial Construction of Disability.” Learn more: ow.ly/pVXB50V2n1R

In addition to regular closures for the long weekend and winter study break, the King’s campus will be closed today, Monday, February 17, 2025, due to weather. Campus will reopen on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. For more information, visit ow.ly/9IM150V1kZ0 Be safe!