Sometimes the holidays present challenges, whether going home, or not going home. Our stellar student support and academic advising teams are here to help.
Here is a list of resources available through December and over the break, including some coping techniques people can use on their own. King’s campus closes at end of day on December 23.
Residence
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Residence closes on December 18, 2024 at 12 p.m. (noon).
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Don team will operate as normal until December 18, at 12pm (noon).
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Residence re-opens and the Don Team operates as normal starting January 5, 2025.
Student Support team
- Student Support Advisor, Isaac Wright, is available until end of day December 23.
- Accessibility Officer, Michelle Mahoney, is available until end of day December 23.
- Indigenous Support & Outreach Coordinator, Emily Pictou-Roberts, is available until end of day December 23.
- Sexual Health & Safety Officer, Jordan Roberts, is available for in-person or virtual appointments until December 13, virtual appointments the week of Dec 16–20 and in person or virtual December 23. People can make appointments by contacting Jordan via text or email.
- Interim Equity Officer, Pethrona Russell is available until end of day December 23.
Academic Advising team
Jennifer O’Keefe and Keenan Livingstone are your academic advising team. If you need support with degree planning, choosing courses, or if you’re experiencing academic difficulty and aren’t sure what to do, they can help. Book an appointment here.
- Jennifer will be available before December 18.
- Keenan will be available until end of day on December 20.
24/7 support lines
- 211 professional counselling available 24/7 Call 211 and ask for the women’s, men’s, or all-gender helpline
- Good to Talk – professional counselling for students in N.S. Call 1-877-330-6366. Operated by trans and nonbinary volunteers, open to any trans or gender-questioning persons
- First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Crisis Line 1-855-242-3310
Visit our Student Supports page for a full list of resources available at King’s and Dalhousie.
