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Students at Fall Orientation. (Photo by Garrett Elliot)
Community weighs in on undergraduate orientation

The Undergraduate Orientation Review Working Group hosted two public town halls, and has been meeting with key stakeholders.   

December 8, 2017
"Grant Hall in Winter"
Ready for winter weather

New inclement weather webpage details the university's decision-making process for responding to weather events and provides information, links, and resources.

December 8, 2017
Students' project seeks to broaden the discussion around diversity and inclusivity at Queen 91ÖÆƬ³§ ’s.
Creating a sense of belonging

Students' project seeks to broaden the discussion around diversity and inclusivity at Queen 91ÖÆƬ³§ ’s.

December 7, 2017
Special Recognition for Staff Award recipients
Celebrating community contributions

The Special Recognition for Staff Awards were handed out during the annual Principal's Holiday Reception.

December 7, 2017
The St. Mary's of the Lake hospital from Union Street.
Queen 91ÖÆƬ³§ ’s buys St. Mary 91ÖÆƬ³§ ’s of the Lake hospital

The large property will relieve parking pressure and help Queen 91ÖÆƬ³§ ’s prepare for future needs.

December 6, 2017
A candle was lit for each of the victims during the somber ceremony. (Supplied Photo)
Engineering students, faculty, and staff mark École Polytechnique shooting anniversary

A somber ceremony marked the anniversary of a school shooting which primarily targeted female engineering students.

December 6, 2017
The UCARE nominating committee, including Amir Fam, Professor, Donald and Sarah Munro Chair in Engineering and Applied Science, and Associate Dean (Research and Graduate Studies) in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science; Ramna Safeer, AMS Social Issues Coordinator; Stephanie Simpson, Director, Human Rights Office; and Cam Yung, Rector. (University Communications)
Inaugural UCARE members announced

The University Council on Anti-Racism and Equity will begin meeting early next year to support a more inclusive Queen 91ÖÆƬ³§ ’s.

December 6, 2017
The Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts gleams in the morning light. (Photo: Doublespace photography)
The Isabel celebrated for design excellence

This Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts was recognized by the City of Kingston for its design.

December 6, 2017
"Donna May Kimmaliardjuk"
Canada 91ÖÆƬ³§ ’s first Inuk heart surgeon

Life Sciences graduate Donna May Kimmaliardjuk (Artsci’11) is growing into being a role model.

December 5, 2017
A full room listens in on Deputy Provost Teri Shearer's remarks, which centre on why diversity and inclusivity is important to Queen's and to any organization. (University Communications)
Inclusive hiring at Queen 91ÖÆƬ³§ ’s

Queen 91ÖÆƬ³§ ’s signs on to use Equitek, an employment outreach tool targeted to equity-seeking groups.

December 5, 2017