2016 - 2017
Exchange Partner
Information Guide
CONTENT 2
Quick Reference “To Do” Checklist
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Welcome to King’s
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Course Offerings
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King’s Student Services
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King’s International
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Information Technology Services
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Services for Students with Disabilities
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eneral Information (IWE, Payment G Procedure)
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International Bridging Program
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Bridging Program Schedule
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Bridging Program Arrivals
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London Hotels
Quick Reference
“To Do”
Checklist
STEP 1: ACTIVATE YOUR KING’S/WESTERN E-MAIL ACCOUNT Please ensure that you activate your Western e-mail account by going to Western’s Information Technology Services at: www.uwo.ca/its/identity/activation.html. For your convenience, your student number and Access Code/PIN number will be sent to your email. You will require this, as well as your student number, in order to activate your email. Please ensure that your pop up box feature is turned off and your computers cookies are enabled.
STEP 2: RESIDENCE You must submit your residence application form online at: www.kingscollege. net/ora as soon as possible. To successfully complete your residence information, you will require your King’s/Western e-mail activation information (i.e. username, password) and student number. Exchange students are guaranteed space at King’s Residence if they apply by the residence application deadline of June 1, 2016. You will NOT be required to submit a $600.00 deposit.
STEP 3: FEES Financial arrangements must be made no later than July 1st, 2016 to secure a place in this program. For information regarding International Bank Transfers, please refer to the website listed at the bottom of the page 10 and in your Letter of Admission - (www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/money-matters/fees-andresponsibilities/payment-methods/telephone-internet-banking/). Note that your residence deposit is already included in your total.
STEP 4: INTERNATIONAL BRIDGING PROGRAM You will be required to complete the Bridging Registration Form on-line at http://futurestudents.kings.uwo.ca/international/international-bridging-program/ bridging-program-registration/. The fee for the program is included in your overall program cost. The form is due by August 1st, 2016.
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WELCOME Welcome to King’s We are delighted to welcome you to King’s. King’s is a part of one of Canada’s oldest, largest, and most beautiful universities, The University of Western Ontario. King’s is a vibrant centre of learning with a wealth of resources to ensure that your academic and personal experiences are rewarding and memorable. Every year, King’s and Western welcome hundreds of international, graduate and undergraduate students. People from all over the world—the Asia-Pacific region, the Caribbean, the Middle East, the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries, the United States, African countries, and Europe—come to study and do research at one of Canada’s most outstanding universities. We look forward to welcoming you in person and will do everything we can to make your university experience a wonderful one.
London, Ontario, Canada
Located about a two hour drive from Toronto, London is known by many as the “Forest City.” Its tree-lined boulevards and green parks invite bicyclists and walkers to discover the charms of the city built along the Thames River. This peaceful setting gives Canada’s tenth largest city a small town feel, despite its population of over 350,000. King’s main Fall/Winter session from September to April spans the seasons of autumn, winter, and spring. Temperatures range from a July (summer) average in the mid 20’s C to a January (winter) average temperature of –6 degrees C. You will need warm clothing, a heavy coat, hat and gloves for the cold season.
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COURSE OFFERINGS 2016-2017 (subject to change) ACTUARIALSCIENCE 2053 BUSINESS 1220E 2257 CALCULUS 1000A 1301B CHILDHOOD AND SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS 1025F/G 2210G 2200F 2225G 2250G 2251F 2252F 2255F 2256G 2257F 3300F 3311G 3320F 3325G 3330F 3340G 3345G 3350F 3351G 3352F 3353G 3360F 3362F 4411F 4412G DISABILITY STUDIES 1010A/B 2201B 2202A 2210A 2211B 2216A 2290B 2291A 2XXXG 3311G 3320F 3XXXB ECONOMICS 1021A/B 1022B 2122A 2123B 2150A/B 2151B 2152A 2153A 2154A 2159A/B 2162B 2163A 2187F 2199G 2210A 2220A 2221B 2222A 2223B 2260A 2261B 2300A/B 3313E 3317B 3319F 3320B 3329A/B
3344A 3352A 3371B 3381B 4405E ENGLISH 1020E 1024E 1027F 1028G 1901E 2017 2033E 2061F/G 2071F 2072G 2200F/G 2210F/G 2220F/G 2230F/G 2307E 2310E 2730F 2735G 3116E 3224E 3227E 3444E 3665E 3777F/G 3998E 4XXXF/G FILM 1022 FRENCH 1002 1010 1910 2605F 2606G 2900 3305B 3570F 3690F 3691G 3730G 3900 4900B GEOGRAPHY 1100 HISTORY OF SCIENCE 2220 HISTORY 1404E 1601E 1812G 1814F 1901E 2125G 2127F 2175 2179 2190A 2195B 2201E 2301E 2403E 24XXF/G 2650E 2800F 2808F/G 3291E 3309E
3411E 3815F
2237E 2244E
4210E 4306E 4701E
2245E 2246E 2255F 3312G 3357E 33X1F 33X2F 33X3G 33X4G 4432F 44X1G 44X2G 44X3F
INTER- DISCIPLINARY STUDIES 2240F 2252F MATH 0110A/B 1225B 1228A/B 1229A/B 1600B MOS 1033A 2181A/B 2220F/G 2275A/B 2285A/B 3310A/B 3312B 3320A/B 3330A/B 3360A/B 3361A/B 3362A 3363B 3367A 3370A 3401F/G 3490 3491 3492 4310B 4404A 4410A/B 4422F 4465A 4467A/B 4470A 4471B PHILOSOPHY 1300E 1305F/G 1361E 1362E 1901E 2072G 2074F 2075G 2080 2203E 2204E 2205W 2206X 2235G 2254B 2500G 2660E 2700F 3XXXG 3071F 4050G 4075F 4076G 4092F POLITICS 1020 2211E 2225E 2230E 2231E 2235E
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PSYCHOLOGY 1000 1000X 2011A/B 2012G 2021A 2031B 2044 2050 2065A 2075 2115A/B 2135A/B 2221A/B 2301A/B 2410A/B 2550A 2610G 2720A/B 2840F/G 2990B 3310F/G 3120G 3313B 3320F/G 3330G 3177F 3371F/G 3725G 3710G 3781F/G 3891F 3892G 3893F 3995G 4692E 4694E 4303G 4891E RELIGIOUS STUDIES 1022A/B 1023E 1027E 1033A/B 2132 2140 2166B 2169A 2200G 2201F 2202G 2203G 2204F 2207E 2208U 2212G 2223E 2262F 2263G 2267F 2271F 2272G 2283F
2285G 2286F 2346G 2351G 2501F 2502G 3XXXF 3180G 3308U 4400F 4408Y SOCIAL JUSTICE & PEACE STUDIES 1025F/G 1026F/G 2274A 2275A 2301B 2302A 2303B 3210G 3211G 3301Y 3360F 3372G 3373F 3374G 3380G 3382F 4401F 4402G SOCIAL WORK 1021A/B 1022A/B 2206A 2214A 2215B 3301A 3302A 3303A 3308F 3319A 3316B 3318B 3333B 3344B 3320Y 4414G 4415A 4429B 4400 4424A 4430A 4462B 44X3A/B 44X4A/B 44X5A/B 4484B (MSW not included) SOCIOLOGY 1020 1020X 1021E 2140 2143E 2145A/B 2205A/B 2206A/B 2220A 2223A 2232A 2233 2235 2239 2240E 2245 2256A/B
2259 2260A/B 2266A/B 2267A/B 2270A 2271B 3305G 3306A/B 3310F/G 3313F/G 3316B 3318F 3319G 3327G 3339F 3340F/G 3341F 3343F 3357F/G 3361F/G 3363F/G 3366F/G 3370G 3371F 3372F 3373G 3374F 4404F 4405G 4409F/G 4437F 4438G 4439G 4440F SPANISH 1030 SPEECH 2001 STATS 1024A/B 2035 THANATOLOGY 2200 2230A/B 2231A/B 2232A/B 2233A 2234A/B 2235A 2602B 2605A 3320A 3322A/B 3323B 3355A/B 3360B 3321B 3607A 3603A 3606B WOMEN’S STUDIES 1020E WRITING 0002F/G 1020F/G 1022G 2101F/G WTC 2901E
KING’S STUDENT SERVICES The Write Place offers peer tutors to assist students with writing and researching. ESL assistance and resources are available for students for whom English is a second language. Tutoring (peer and professional) is available to students registered in Mathematics, Economics and French. Academic counselling is provided throughout the academic year by faculty members, academic department chairpersons and the Office of the Academic Dean. Students who have questions or concerns about their academic program, departmental or program regulations, or other serious academic matters may contact the Office of the Academic Dean for assistance. For assistance with course enrollment please contact King’s International. Effective writing instructor assists students with the challenges of writing and written assignments (essays) at the university level. Individual appointments are provided.
Campus Ministry is responsible for directing and nurturing the spiritual life of the King’s community by providing programs and services in the areas of liturgy and prayer, community life, social justice, pastoral counselling and religious education. For specific information on Campus Ministry visit www.kings.uwo.ca/campusministry/ Career services: Personality and aptitude testing, career planning workshops, professional program and career presentations, job search skills support. Personal counselling is available on an individual basis to those students who are finding the transition to university difficult, are experiencing
an unanticipated crisis or are feeling that personal issues are interfering with academic performance. All counselling is confidential. Food services are operated by ARAMARK Campus Services. Located on the lower level of Wemple Building, the Thames Market offers full meal service daily during the academic term; Tim Horton’s, located on the main floor of the Darryl J. King Student Life Centre, operates Monday - Friday 8am - 11pm, Sunday 8am 5pm and Sunday 1pm - 7pm. Student Health Services at Western provides medical, counselling and health education services for students at the affiliated colleges. www.uwo.ca/health Student transportation – shuttle bus service is provided during academic timetable hours to Western and the affiliated colleges. All full-time students receive a bus pass for London Transit (available at Western University Community Centre with valid student identification beginning Sept. 1).
Western Student Services • www.student.uwo.ca/ • www.international.uwo.ca King’s University College Students’ Council offers a variety of peer-based student services and opportunities to contribute to campus life. These include orientation activities, clubs and associations, awareness weeks and guest speakers on current topics and issues of interest to students, and a variety of opportunities for volunteer service and leadership experience. Visit KUCSC at www.kucsc.ca At Western the University Students’ Council (USC) offers hundreds of student clubs and organizations. Visit www.usc.uwo.ca Western has excellent recreational facilities, and offers a full range of arts and entertainment opportunities for students.
Counselling and Student Development – Counsellors are available to assist students with any concerns that may be affecting their success at university, both academically and personally. Additionally, in recognition of the diversity of backgrounds and origins of our students, counselling services are provided which focus on the needs of First Nations students, mature students, international students, and other groups who may have special concerns. For in-depth information about each of the services see www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/student-life/ Services and programs are offered by C&SD: • Academic support/learning skills: Strategies for Successful Learning presentations and individual assistance (peer and professional). • Academic accommodation for students with disabilities (vision, hearing, mobility, chronic illness, learning disabilities, etc.). The Western Policy on Academic Accommodation for Students with Disabilities is implemented through C&SD. KING’S UNIVERSITY COLLEGE EXCHANGE PARTNER INFORMATION GUIDE - 5
KING’S STUDENT SERVICES KAMP King’s Academic Mentoring Program (KAMP) is designed to address every aspect of our students’ interaction with our community to maximize their likelihood of academic and personal success. This involves mentoring students on issues ranging from basic life skills, to the rhythm of student life and the various academic checkpoints and milestones that they will encounter. Mentors also provide guidance on how to successfully transfer to university from high school. Conceived as a student run mentoring program housed under the auspices of the Vice Principal Academic, it is designed to entice exemplary students to seek opportunities of volunteerism at King’s. It provides an opportunity for senior students to give back to the King’s community and guide younger students in their journey through academia. The Centre for Social Concern engages in research and public awareness programs focusing on a variety of local and world issues. To foster social action and the exploration of questions of justice and peace, the Centre supports a research centre in the Library and offers a service of symposia and guest lectures. Student involvement is encouraged. Visit www.kings.uwo.ca/academics/ centres-kings/centre-for-socialconcern/ The Centre for Creativity supports and encourages endeavours in all areas of the arts. Given the special character of King’s University College as a Catholic institution, the Centre provides an educational function for the King’s community and seeks to develop links with other groups in the wider community. An important goal is to raise personal and social awareness of global issues. The Centre fosters scholarly activities and supports creative endeavours in such diverse
areas as the fine arts, poetry and prose, religion and music. Students are invited to participate – both by attending events and/or becoming involved as a volunteer. The Centre for Jewish, Catholic, Muslim Learning was established at King’s in 2004 in order to celebrate and further the renewal that was wrought in the relationship between the communities at The Second Vatican Council. At the time of its original inception, the Centre was tasked with the mandate of working toward the eventual establishment of a trilogue between all three Abrahamic faiths – Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Visit www. kings.uwo.ca/academics/centreskings/centre-for-jewish-catholicmuslim-learning/ Student rights and responsibilities: The King’s College Code of Student Conduct articulates the philosophy of the College and behavioural standards for the student community. All students should be familiar with the Code of Conduct which is available at www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/ student-life/ or contact the Dean of
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Students’ Office for a print copy. King’s College Policy on Harassment and Discrimination applies to all members of the King’s University College community. Students registered in the affiliated colleges are expected to conform to the standards of Western University Code of Student Conduct while on Western property. Visit www.uwo.ca/univsec/pdf/board/ code.pdf Academic Regulations are published in the King’s University College Academic Calendar. See: www.westerncalendar.uwo. ca/2015/pg1442.html Questions about services or student life issues? Contact King’s International: international@kings. uwo.ca
KING’S INTERNATIONAL Advising and Support Linda Weber, Manager, King’s International, and Regina Lyakhovetska, Assistant Manager, are available for advising and support. They also organize International Student programs and provide information on how to study and/or volunteer abroad. Advising is available for any matters pertaining to communication with your home/partner institution, international services and programs or cultural/personal adjustment. Individual appointments are available. To schedule an appointment drop by reception in the King’s International Office, Alumni court, or email international@kings.uwo.ca or 519-433-3491 x. 4623. Drop In hours are available between 2:00 – 3:00 pm daily.
King’s Peer Guide Program The King’s Peer Guide Program, offered by International Student Services, is designed to assist newly arrived International Students with adjustment to university culture and Canadian life. This voluntary program matches International Students newto King’s with returning King’s students. International Students and King’s Peer Guides benefit from this opportunity by developing cross-cultural skills and understanding as well as diverse friendship networks.
Regina Lyakhovetska, Assistant Manager and Linda Weber, Manager, King’s International.
International Students and Peer Guides spend time together on a weekly basis throughout the fall term. They are also invited to scheduled international social events. To join King’s International Peer Guide Program, register on-line at: www.kings.uwo.ca/currentstudents/king-s-international/international-studentservices/peer-guide-program/ by August 1st
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KING’S INTERNATIONAL International Students Programs and Services Course Enrollment and Transcript Release King’s International will advise regarding course selection and enrollment, referring to academic counsellors when required. Visit King’s International prior to departure to your home university to ensure that all information is available to send to your home university. Transcripts will be released on February 1 for fall term students and on June 1 for full year or winter term students. Special events Typical events include a welcome reception, Halloween and Christmas parties, sports events, Lunar New Year Celebration, Cultural Festival, Toronto trip, Maple Sugar Bush Excursion and Graduation Lunch (April). Photos from all events can be found at: www.facebook.
com/KUC.International Learning support services “The Write Place” is the place to go for essay writing and language skills assistance. Tutors are available to help improve your skills in writing and organizing well-researched and clearly written essays. Individual tutoring and conversation circles available for English as a Second Language (ESL) or English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students. Information on Learning Skills can be found at: www. kings.uwo.ca/learning-skills/ International Student Guidebook An International Student Guidebook is provided free of charge to new international students. This guide contains information about King’s, London student services, campus facilities, shopping, transportation, etc. Helpful people at King’s There are many people at King’s University College eager to welcome and support international students and exchange students; most particularly, the staff of King’s International, Enrollment Services , Academic Dean’s Office, Dean of Students’ Office, Student Financial Services Office, Residence Office and King’s University College Students’ Council. All offices collaborate to support international and exchange students.
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For additional information about services, immigration, events and activities, contact the following people at King’s International: Linda Weber, Manager, and Regina Lyakhovetska, Assistant Manager, . They are available to facilitate the transition of exchange and international students at King’s and provide information, guidance and continuing support during the academic year. Email: international@kings.uwo.ca King’s O-Week We encourage all students who are new to King’s to participate in the Orientation/O-week activities in the second
week of September. It starts right after the International Bridging Orientation (see p.11). Academic program information, academic resource information sessions, tours of campus, and a variety of social and entertainment events at King’s and Western are all part of the week’s activities. The O-Week Pass is your ticket in to all the nonacademic events during the week. Pre-order your pass at www.opass.ca.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Computer accounts and email access All registered students receive a personal computer account which provides an email address and access to the Internet, library resources, OWL, computer labs and the wireless network. If you already have a personal email address, it may be tempting to ignore your Western account, but please don’t! Over the summer you’ll receive deadline reminders and orientation information at your new Western address. Once you are on campus, your Western email address will be how professors, administrators and other students will contact you. If you have any problems with your new account, please contact the ITS Help Desk at 519-433-3491, ext. 4441 or helpdesk@kings.uwo.ca Wireless network access Wireless network access is available across the entire King’s campus. Faculty and students may use their wireless notebook computers and handheld devices to connect to information resources, email and the Internet.
Computing facilities The Student Computer Lab at King’s consists of 18 networked workstations offering scanning, CD burning, the latest software packages such as Microsoft Office, SPSS and more. All workstations offer printing facilities and full access to the Internet for e-mail and browsing, and the lab is open to students 24 hours per day. The student lab is configured for simultaneous individual work and relaxed group collaboration. The Instructional Computer Lab at King’s contains 30 workstations and may be reserved for any instructional use. The Cardinal Carter Library at King’s contains over 60 student workstations for access to the Internet, word processing, and library catalogues. Computer labs and workrooms are also available across the Western campus offering a variety of applications including Internet access for e-mail and web browsing, word processing, spreadsheets, and printing facilities.
In residence RezNet is the residence network at King’s. All residence rooms have high-speed network connections to link your computer to the Campus Network and the global Internet. This connection provides fast, unlimited access to e-mail services, web, and electronic source material. In addition, wireless network access is available in all residence lounges and study rooms. See www.kings.uwo.ca/ITS for more information! Instructional media services King’s University College Information Technology Services provides classroom multimedia equipment in all areas of the College. The College has an excellent inventory of state-of-the-art equipment for the provision of computer graphics presentation and video editing services.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
The Counselling and Student Development (CSD) area at King’s supports students who have disabilities that include, but are not limited to: • Vision, hearing, mobility impairment • Learning disabilities • Chronic illnesses • Mental health • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorders Services are geared towards a wide range of needs including: • Academic accommodation • Learning strategies • Assistive technology • Alternative-to-print materials
Students who wish to request academic accommodation because of difficulties associated with their disabilities must schedule an appointment with one of King’s Disability Counsellors: Joan Aldis or Mike Allegretti. Appointments can be made any time after students have accepted their offer of admission but preferably no later than August 1st. Later requests will be considered, however, accommodation may not be arranged in time for the first set of tests and examinations. Students requesting academic accommodation must provide documentation of their disabilities. This documentation should be from a professional who is qualified to diagnose students’ conditions and to
comment on associated difficulties that may arise at university. The disability counsellor will then be able to ascertain whether the student has provided sufficient documentation to support the request for accommodations or will have to provide additional or more recent documentation. Students must bring the following to their appointment: 1. Documentation describing the disability from a qualified professional 2. Course names, numbers and sections as well as the names of the instructors, if available 3. An IPRC or an IEP, if available
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GENERAL INFORMATION IWE, Payment Procedure, UHIP, etc. Exchange Student Employment Exchange students who hold a valid study permit may accept employment on campus: www.cic.gc.ca/english/ study/work-oncampus.asp Volunteering in London Volunteer opportunities can be found at Career Central at: www.westerncareercentral.ca/home.htm Payment Procedure King’s University College uses the Web to inform students of fee amounts. Students should create personalized invoices online at www.kucapplications.ca. Invoices are available in an electronic format, which can be printed for a hard copy, and will NOT be mailed out. General information about the invoice can be found on-line or by using the Fee Calculator on the above website. Payments can be made by cheque, bank draft, money order, direct deposit, online/telephone banking, cash or debit card, or electronic transfer (See “Electronic Transfer Information” below). Please make all fees payable to ‘King’s University College’. The fees payable are included on your Letter of Acceptance. All fees for the September 2016 term must be paid in full by July 1, 2016. Fees payable for the Winter 2016 term are payable by December 1, 2016. Note: The policies and information contained in this fee schedule are currently under review. All fees are subject to change without notice. International electronic transfer information Information relating to electronic payments of fees can be found on our website at: www.kings.uwo.ca/payment-methods/ UNIVERSITY HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN Canada is home to one of the best modern health-care systems in the world. Western has arranged an insurance plan called the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) for international students, so that you have access to health care while you are in Canada. For coverage information see: www.uhip.ca/ 10- KING’S UNIVERSITY COLLEGE EXCHANGE PARTNER INFORMATION GUIDE
INTERNATIONAL BRIDGING PROGRAM The King’s International Bridging Program, which takes place from Wednesday August 31 to Sunday, September 4, 2016 provides an opportunity to get to know the King’s and Western campuses, the City of London and King’s students and staff before the arrival of many Canadian students. In addition, the Bridging Program provides a combination of academic orientation, practical orientation and social opportunities to make new friends (fun)! The ACADEMIC focus is strong with a session on Academic Success with the Associate Academic Dean, a Writing Workshop, a Math Exercise (for those students interested in programs which require math), a Library Orientation, and an academic counselling appointment to finalize any details of course registration. The PRACTICAL focus includes: setting up bank accounts, an opportunity to purchase books and supplies, organizing health insurance, activating your Western email account, getting your student ID card and exploring the King’s and Western campuses. There are various sessions on student services, culture and financial issues. The FUN includes: bonfire, shopping trips, a Dinner Banquet, and an excursion to Niagara Falls. This program is highly recommended and is available to both students and parents. The cost is $495.00 for students, which includes all sessions, activities, food and
residence accommodation (if required). The cost per parent is $150.00 which includes all sessions, activities and food. Parents must make their own accommodation arrangements as residence space is reserved for incoming students. We strongly encourage everyone to participate! Please apply online by August 1, 2016 www.futurestudents.kings.uwo.ca/international/ international-bridging-program/bridging-programregistration/ • Visa/Mastercard - information may be faxed and must include card number, expiration date, name of cardholder and authorizing signature; • International Electronic Transfer - follow directions at www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/money-matters/ fees-and-responsibilities/payment-methods/telephoneinternet-banking/ If you have any questions, please contact King’s International at 519-433-3491 x. 4623, fax 519-963-1013 or email international@kings.uwo.ca. We look forward to welcoming you to King’s!
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BRIDGING PROGRAM SCHEDULE Date Monday, August 29
Tuesday, August 30
Time 8:30 am - 10:30 pm
8:30 am – 9:30 am 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 6: 00 pm - 7:00 pm 8:30 am - 6:00 pm 8:30 am – 9:30 am 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wednesday, August 31
8:30 am - 9:30 am 9:30 am – 10:30 am
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Thursday, September 1
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm 8:30 am - 9:30 am 9:30 am - 11:00 am
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Activity Arrivals Settle into your residence room, browse through your Bridging Bag Breakfast - Thames Market Cafeteria Lunch- Thames Market Cafeteria Dinner- Thames Market Cafeteria Arrivals Settle into your residence room Breakfast - Thames Market Cafeteria Lunch- Thames Market Cafeteria Get Acquainted Dinner - Thames Market Cafeteria Icebreakers by Bridging Assistants- Gazebo or Cafeteria (weather permitting) Breakfast - Thames Market Cafeteria Have your photo taken for your student card – Enrolment Services Office Have photo taken for the Bridging display - Vitali Student Lounge Pick up Bus Passes Welcome Activities Meet and mingle with peers and Bridging Assistants and the King’s Players Drama Club Welcome Lunch Meet King’s staff and Faculty Tour of King’s Overview of Services for International Students Dr. Linda Weber, Manager, King’s International Sign up for Peer Program TD Bank Presentation about banking TD Canada Trust – Bank Account Enrollment and BBQ dinner Bring your passport, student card and bank registration form Bank enrollment optional, be sure to come for dinner! Shopping at Masonville Mall (optional) Breakfast - Thames Market Cafeteria How to Succeed at University workshop Dr. Renée Soulodre-La France, Associate Dean
BRIDGING PROGRAM SCHEDULE Date
Time 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Friday, September 2
8:30 am - 9:30 am 9:30 am - 11:00 am 11:00 am -12:00 pm 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Saturday, September 3
9:00 am - 10:00 am 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday, September 4
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Activity Effective Learning workshop Counselling and Student Development Lunch - Thames Market Cafeteria Academic Issues/Course Registration session Degree Students Academic Counsellors Exchange Student Lounge Dr. Linda Weber Tour of Western University Dinner - Thames Market Cafeteria Campfire - behind Alumni Court Meet Sophs and Student Council (KUCSC) Executives Snacks will be provided. Wear a jacket. Breakfast - Thames Market Cafeteria Writing for University workshop – SA 150 Prof. Theresa Khimasi, Modern Languages Orientation at Cardinal Carter Library Lunch - Thames Market Cafeteria Bridging Program Evaluation & Meet your Residence Assistants Student Financial Issues & University Health Insurance Program (UHIP) - SA 150 Ms. Natalie Walzak, Student Financial Services Officer Free Time Bridging Banquet Dinner – Thames Market Cafeteria Dress Code: semi-formal; Bridging Stars are announced Pick up breakfast at Wemple – main entrance Trip to Niagara Falls Wear comfortable clothes & walking shoes, use sunscreen You may get wet during the Hornblower Niagara Cruise (included) Brunch - Thames Market Cafeteria
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BRIDGING PROGRAM ARRIVALS Arrival instructions Please note that there are two major International Airports (Detroit and Toronto). Connecting flights to London areavailable from both airports (check with your travel agent)You can also use the Robert Q AirBus service from either Toronto or Detroit : www. robertq.com King’s Toronto Airport Arrival Service If you would like us to meet you at the Toronto arrivals area and book your Robert Q bus service, we will be happy to do it. The cost of $100 for this service is included in your exchange fees. We will only be able to meet you on August 31st and September 1st, official arrival days, but we can book the Robert Q Airbus for you on any day. To book your Airbus, we will need the following information to be emailed to us no later than August 1st: 1. Would you like to be picked up at the airport? 2. Are you arriving to London or Toronto airport? 3. Flight number 4. Arrival time 5. Terminal 6. Airline We look forward to receiving your arrival information as soon as possible. Arriving to Toronto airport If you decide to use the King’s arrival service, student volunteers will be meeting you at the airport and taking you to the Robert Q check-in counter.
Arrival/Departure Dates Suggested arrival dates: • Wednesday, August 31st (all day) • Thursday, September 1 (before 6pm)
The Robert Q bus will deliver you from Toronto straight to King’s College in London. If you cannot see the volunteers, please go to the Robert Q check-in counter and travel on your reserved bus to King’s. It is only 5-7 minute walk from the arrivals. In London, the same bus will take you to King’s University College. You do not need to leave the bus. Terminal 1: Please report to ABOUTOWN check-in counter at the Ground Transportation Desk, located on Ground Level of the airport, one level below the arrivals level, between Post R and Post S. Exit the arrivals area and turn to the right, go to the elevator that is along the same wall as the arrivals doors and go one floor down to the ground transportation area. Exit the elevator and turn to your left. Robert Q terminal check-in counter will be the second one you see. Terminal 3: Please report to the Out of Town Vans area on the arrivals level under the domestic escalator located in the center of the terminal. Arriving to London airport If you are arriving to London airport, we will be unable to meet you there but you can easily get to campus on your own. Once you have arrived to the London Airport, please make your way to Ground Transport. Checkers Limousine (cab company) offers a service at the airport. Please find their desk. You will need to use them to get to King’s College. Please give them the address, provided below, and tell them to drop you off in front of King’s
Suggested departure date for Term 1 only: December 23rd Suggested departure date for Term 2 and full year: May 1st
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Alumni Court Residence. Phone number for Checkers cabs: 519-659-0400. The cost of the cab ride will be around $35CDN. At King’s Once you have arrived at King’s College, please go into the Alumni Court building. If you arrive from 9:00am-4:30pm, your keys will be at the Residence Office. If you are arriving after hours, you will need to contact King’s security and they will give you the keys to your room. Their phone number is: 519-521-6215 You can use the phone located inside the Alumni Court residence building located at the Residence Information desk. It is accessible to anyone around the clock.
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If you arrive in Canada prior to August 31st, please arrange for your own accommodation and let us know when you will be arriving at King’s so we can be ready for your arrival.
LONDON HOTELS Station Park Inn (519) 642-4444 242 Pall Mall Street All Suite Hotel Delta London Armouries (519) 679-6111 325 Dundas Street
Holiday Inn Express Downtown (519) 661-0233 374 Dundas Street Guest House on the Mount (519) 641-8100 1486 Richmond St- Ignatia Hall
Windermere Manor (519) 858-1391 200 Collip Circle
Marriott Residence Inn (519) 433-7222 www.marriottresidenceinnlondon.com 383 Colborne Street
London Executive Suites (519) 679-3932 362 Dundas Street
Hilton Hotel (519) 439-1661 300 King Street
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