Room 6:01 Student Blog
Room 6:01 is a gathering space in the Tower Residence on campus. Students meet in 6:01 to connect, take a break from their studies, have fun, and share their struggles. The Room 6:01 Blog is where Erykca, McKena, and Minji, our current student bloggers, shares their campus experiences. They blog about tips for preparing for university, life on campus, living in residence, athletics, and the city of Edmonton.
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International Women's Day: Women on Campus
Posted on: Mar 05, 2020Here’s to strong women. May we know them, may we be them, and may we raise them. March is Women’s History Month, and March 8th is International Women’s Day. At King’s, we are so lucky to get to…
Open House Information Night: A Letter to Prospective Students from King's Professors
Posted on: Mar 03, 2020In just a couple of days the King's Experience Info Night will be taking place on campus. I decided to ask some of our professors about what prospective students should know and what their experiences…
What We Learned on the Quest Mexico Learning Tour
Posted on: Feb 27, 2020Quest Mexico is a learning tour that is offered at King’s to students every year. It’s a week long experience spent in Cuernavaca, Mexico during reading week. This year Kaleigh, Mckena, and I all…
5 Pancake Recipes for Shrove Tuesday
Posted on: Feb 25, 2020Today is Shrove Tuesday! For those of you who aren’t exactly sure what that means, let me take you on a journey back in time. Shrove Tuesday is the day that happens right before Ash Wednesday. The word…
6 Ways to Get Involved in Social Justice Initiatives at King's
Posted on: Feb 20, 2020Today is World Day of Social Justice! Being a Christian University, King’s is very intentional about informing and educating students about issues of injustice. In light of the day here are some social…
The Best Secret Menu Level Drinks
Posted on: Feb 18, 2020Who doesn’t love warm beverages while chatting with friends or studying? Here at King’s we have our very own coffeehouse called ‘The Level’. Even though you can never go wrong with the classic…
The Ultimate Vegan Valentine's
Posted on: Feb 11, 2020Happy hearts month! The month of Valentine’s Day begins to spark up a buzz about the kinds of things we can do to treat a loved one or a friend extra special on this day. Have you ever heard of the…
Financial Aid FAQ
Posted on: Feb 06, 2020Financial aid application opened up on February 1st! I have asked Meredith, the Manager of Student Finance and Scholarships, a few questions regarding financial aid. Here are her responses: What are some…
The Echo Effect - The King's Foodbank for Students
Posted on: Feb 04, 2020This month is national canned food month! I thought it would be a great opportunity to do a feature of an incredible food drive program that started at King’s about a year ago. It’s called the Echo…
Let's Talk: Mental Health
Posted on: Jan 29, 2020Today is Bell Let’s Talk Day! It is an annual campaign run by Bell Network that raises money and awareness for mental health initiatives in Canada. It is run on four pillars: anti-stigma, care and…
Supports On Campus: The Academic Enrichment Center
Posted on: Jan 28, 2020At the beginning of this semester the brand new Academic Enrichment Center, or AEC for short, officially opened its doors. The purpose of the AEC is to provide enhanced accessibility and accommodation…
Global Awareness Week
Posted on: Jan 23, 2020Every year, The King’s University celebrates the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and traditions represented in its student body during Global Awareness Week. This is a chance for students to create connections…
Fun Facts about King's
Posted on: Jan 20, 2020Whether you’re a current student or just thinking about King’s as one of your post-secondary options, there are probably some cool things about us that you may not know! Here’s a short list so you…
What is a Liberal Arts Education?
Posted on: Jan 15, 2020To simply say that going to a liberal arts university is a good idea is an understatement. There are so many benefits students get when they decide to study at an institution that offers a liberal arts…
The Best Student Discounts in Edmonton
Posted on: Jan 13, 2020As a student on a budget, the only thing better than free stuff is a great discount! Something you may or may not know is that there are a multitude of stores and businesses that offer student discounts.…
5 Winter Festivals in Edmonton and Area
Posted on: Jan 09, 2020Welcome to a brrrr-y cold blog! Just when you thought that winter isn’t all that exciting, I have a treat for you! This blog will outline 5 festivals and events for you to attend to help you fly through…
6 On-Campus Supports to Start the Second Semester with Success
Posted on: Jan 07, 2020It can be hard to get yourself back into school mode after the holidays. If you are feeling concerned about this semester or if you are just hoping to do really well, King’s has a lot of really great…
How to Start the New Year Right
Posted on: Jan 02, 2020It’s a new year, and what better time to start getting into new routines and habits than right now?! Starting something new can be difficult, but I’m here to give you some tips on how to make this…
Top 2019 Trends Review
Posted on: Dec 31, 2019It is crazy to believe that 2019 has almost come to a close! It most certainly does not feel like it yet. Let’s fly back through the year by remembering 2019’s top trends! #1: Eyelash Extensions…
How to Beat the Post-Holiday Winter Blues
Posted on: Dec 26, 2019I hope you had a wonderful holiday filled with food, love and laughter! I know as soon as Christmas ends, the post-holiday blues kick in full gear. But hey, don’t be sad! I’m here to help you get…