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International Day of Persons with Disabilities, December 3, 2025

This year’s theme explores the need to value and support all members of society to build a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable world. On December 3, the University of King’s College joins communities around the world in recognizing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)—a day dedicated to promoting the rights, dignity and full participation…

Tags: Accessibility and Inclusion Equity Diversity Accessibility and Inclusion Campus & Community Current Students

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A student’s perspective: screening and discussion of There’s Something in the Water

Following a screening of the Nova Scotia-based documentary directed by Elliot Page, activists Louise Delisle and Vanessa Hartley spoke to the impact of environmental racism in their community. Students, faculty and community members gathered in the KTS Lecture Hall on October 16 to attend the screening and discussion of There’s Something in the Water with…

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A student’s perspective: Classics in the Quad 2025, The Ill-Tempered Man

This year’s annual outdoor performance by the King’s Theatrical Society was a classic comedy that brought love and laughter to the Quad One of the most special things about King’s is its roots in tradition and the dedication of students to maintaining the yearly events that are so intrinsic to the school. Classics in the…

Tags: Campus & Community Current Students Groups & Societies Theatre

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Search for the College’s 26th President and Vice-Chancellor

The University of King’s College Board of Governors has established a Presidential Search Committee to find a replacement for outgoing President Bill Lahey, whose term expires in July 2026. The Board of Governors has formed a Presidential Selection Committee (PSC), which will guide the recruitment and onboarding process. The members of the committee are: Stephanie McGrath, Chair…

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Meet Gordon Earle Scholar Matéo Pérusse-Shortte

As a young teen, Matéo Pérusse-Shortte helped break the ice for other BIPOC hockey players. Now, he’s a passionate football player with dreams of becoming a sports broadcaster.   After Matéo Pérusse-Shortte lost his father last year, the Foundation Year Program student felt strongly about he wanted to do: “I decided to follow in his…

Tags: Equity Diversity Accessibility and Inclusion Journalism Giving & Gratitude Scholarships Student Profiles

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$10k fellowship opportunity for emerging Black and/or Indigenous journalists

A new fellowship prioritizes Black and Indigenous emerging journalists and local, long-form reporting. The fellow will receive $10,000 to write two in-depth articles that will be published in both Island Press Limited, an award-winning publisher on PEI, and The Philanthropist. This opportunity is open to current and former journalism students from the University of King’s…

Tags: African Nova Scotians Alumni Equity Diversity Accessibility and Inclusion Indigenous Journalism Current Students

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King’s Unveils Design for One of the Largest Campus Renewals in its History

Yesterday, University of King’s College unveiled the architectural concept designs for one of the most ambitious campus renewal projects in the university’s rich 236-year history. The Southeast Corner Project (SEC) will be home for the King’s School of Journalism, Writing & Publishing, and include a new Athletic Centre with wellness and student services, along with ultra-modern residence space…

Tags: Alumni Journalism SEC Writing & Publishing Campus & Community Current Students Future Students Giving & Gratitude Athletics

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Men's soccer coach Jamie McGinnis wins big at nationals, before they even get started

King's very own men's soccer head coach Jamie McGinnis has won the 2025 CCAA Men’s Soccer Coach of the Year!  Our Blue Devils men’s soccer team has had an exceptional year, ending their season undefeated, with 40 goals for and a nearly unheard-of zero goals against. Under McGinnis’s leadership, they have returned to nationals this…

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King’s student awarded prestigious national news fellowship

Master of Journalism student Lu Fan has been selected as the recipient of the annual Sachedina ∙ CTV News ∙ Fellowship, an award and mentorship program designed to support an emerging journalist to produce a substantial original piece exploring a subject of significance to Canadians. Fan's project will focus on the mining of critical minerals.…

Tags: Journalism Campus & Community Current Students

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