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You've arrived—next steps

Welcome to King’s!

And welcome to the living and learning community on the Quad! We have created a page for all new students to help you get to know the services, support, resources and information that you might need to launch your exceptional learning experience here at King’s.


 

Brightspace orientation course

Designed specifically for new students who can explore at their own pace. It includes key resources, tips and important information.

Campus Map

Where's the Link, the NAB, the Library or the Gym? We have you covered.

Dates and deadlines

Keep track of the academic and administrative deadlines throughout the year.

Student Life & Services

On the Student Services page above, you will find all kinds of ways King’s and Dalhousie will help you on your journey throughout your degree and beyond. Here are some highlights to get you familiar with everything King’s has to offer. You can also find it all under Campus & Community.

Residence Life

Living in residence at King’s means joining a close-knit, academic community where learning extends beyond the classroom. With most first-year students enrolled in the Foundation Year Program, residence is designed to support shared conversations, connections and community right where you live, dine and grow.

Health & Wellness Centre

King’s students have access to the Student Health & Wellness Centre located on Dalhousie’s campus. Some of the services they provide include medical exams and consultations, prescriptions, mental health care, LGBTQ2SIA+ health, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) testing and referrals to specialist care.

Visit the Health & Immunization Checklist for a list of health-related tasks to complete before or shortly after arriving on campus. This list includes information on how to set up a Health Profile with Student Health & Wellness. Students must complete a Health Profile online before they can book appointments with Student Health & Wellness online.

King's Athletics Facilities

King’s students have access to top-notch fitness facilities, including a fitness centre with cardio equipment, a weight room with strength training options and a 2,500 square-foot fitness studio for classes. The gymnasium offers space for sports and fitness activities as well.

Dalplex is Dalhousie’s main athletics and recreation facility and is open to King’s students.

Accessibility at King's

King’s is committed to removing barriers and creating an inclusive, accessible campus for all students, whether their needs are visible or invisible. On Accessible King’s you’ll find information on accessible residence rooms and improved campus navigation, as well as support for academic accommodations and tools you’ll need to study, you’ll find the people, tools and spaces here to help you thrive.

International Students

Explore the tools and services from study permits to housing and community life that will guide you through your journey at King’s on the International Students page. It includes the International Student Centre that connects with the King’s and Dalhousie international student community and promotes programming and information to support their success.

Black community at King's

Explore the available resources to help you thrive on and off campus, from academic and personal advising to mentorship, mental health support and scholarships.

Black Student Advising Centre (BSAC) is available to support Black students at King’s and Dalhousie. They provide services and programs that offer personal and educational support and act as a link between King’s, Dalhousie and African Nova Scotian communities.

Indigenous community at King's

Indigenous Community at King’s has information, resources and supports designed for Indigenous students, including culturally rooted programing, dedicated spaces, mentorship and scholarships to help you feel connected and thrive.

ISC helps create a sense of belonging to support Indigenous King’s students and is located at Dalhousie. They provide a supportive environment where students can gather, meet other students, and access various supports and services. This is an additional resource to the Mawio’mio’kuom – Indigenous Students Centre which is located on King’s Campus in Alex Hall.

2SLGBTQIA+ community at King's

2SLGBTQIA+ Well-being at King’s is here to help 2SLGBTQIA+ students and allies find the people, places and resources to help navigate life at King’s and in our community.

King's Student Union

The King’s Students’ Union (KSU) represents all the students attending the University of King’s College. Its purpose is to democratically represent the will of the students, to advocate for them in academic and campus spaces, and in the wider community, and to provide services, like the Health and Dental Plan, and offering free general, sexual, and menstrual health products. Learn more about your Union here.

Academic Services & Supports

The resources on the Academic Services page (above) will help you plan your degree, stay on track and get the support you need for success at King’s. Here are some highlights:

Library Resources and Academic Integrity

The King’s Library will be an essential resource for your time at King’s! Take a virtual tour of the building with Finnegan, the library’s canine ambassador, and browse library guides on research, writing and citation prepared by King’s academic programs.

How to access accommodations

Step-by-step guide on how to register for accommodations, submit documents and schedule an appointment to discuss your needs. You’ll also find information on how to renew accommodations each semester, book exams and get in touch with an advisor for additional support. The Student Accessibility Centre is the centre of expertise on student access, inclusion and accommodation support available. They work collaboratively with both King’s and Dalhousie students, faculty and staff to create an inclusive educational environment for students.

Associate Director of Student Support—FYP

Tim Clarke is available to support Foundation Year Program students with academic accommodations, assignment extensions, academic advising and referrals to non-academic & academic supports.

Foundation Year Program Writing Coach

Molly Rookwood works with first-year students to take what they already know about writing essays and evolve that knowledge to a university level.

Writing Centre

The Writing Centre offers free, one-on-one support to King’s and Dalhousie students at any stage of the writing process, from planning to revising, helping you strengthen your skills and become a more confident, independent writer.

Bissett Student Success Centre

The Bissett Student Success Centre provides academic advising to first and second-year students in the Faculties of Science and Arts and Social Sciences. It also provides career advising, career counselling, and career services to all King’s and Dalhousie students.

Journalism program

To know more about the Journalism program at King’s and find the contact information for the Director of Journalism, Fred Vallance-Jones and the Departmental Administrator, Kelly Porter, please see the Journalism webpage.

For Parents & Supporters

What's Next? Your Second Year at King's

After you finish FYP, or your first year as an undeclared student at King’s, you might be wondering what’s next?

If you are in the Bachelor of Journalism (Honours) program, you will proceed into your second year of the BJ(Hons). If you’re not in Journalism and not planning to transfer into it, you have a world of other choices. What’s Next? Your Second Year at King’s is your guide to the opportunities that are awaiting you as an upper-year King’s student.

King’s Honours Programs

The University of King’s College offers three interdisciplinary humanities-based honours programs for upper-year students, which involve a higher level of specialization in your primary area of study than a typical major. Pursuing an honours degree is a great way to engage deeply with your interests and keep a door open for graduate or professional programs.