Queen's University Arts and Science

Queen's School of Computing researcher Gabor Fichtinger and his team have been awarded, in collaboration with Harvard Medical School, a third grant from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative in support of their ongoing efforts in the theme of AI in Global Health.

Read more: https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/news/open-source-software-program-receives-critical-funding-0

Congratulations to Dr. Mark Diederichs (Fellow) and Dr. Bhavin Shastri (College Member) on being named amongst this years inductees to The Royal Society of Canada (RSC) / La Société royale du Canada (SRC). This distinction is among the highest recognition Canadian academics can receive. https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/news/queens-celebrates-newest-inductees-to-the-royal-society-of-canada

Queen's Department of Geological Sciences and Geological Engineering

Happy Residence Move-In Day! Welcome to campus to all of the new first year students, we are excited for you to start your Queen's University journey. For more information on residence move-in check out Queen's University Residences or visit: https://www.queensu.ca/residences/move-in

Following the recent completion of Phase 2 of the Academic Calendar Project in Arts and Science, a group of student leaders from Arts & Science Undergraduate Society of Queen's University - ASUS gathered to perform user testing on the PATH interface. Visit https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/news/charting-their-own-path to learn more.

The registration hiatus has ended and open enrolment has begun and you can now make changes to your courses. You may now be on two course waitlists per term. Reminder that you cannot waitlist full-year courses. Visit https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/undergraduate/current-students/course-enrolment for more information.

The Department of Psychology is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Former Head Dr. Alistair W. MacLean and current head Dr. Kate Harkness sat down to discuss the history of the department and what the future holds. https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/news/recognizing-75-years-of-success

Today is the beginning of the Registration Hiatus until August 18. During this time, no course registration can be done. The Faculty Office will be operating under reduced services, but advising is still available at [email protected]. Open Enrolment begins August 19.

REMINDER that the Arts & Science Faculty office is CLOSED Monday August 5. We will re-open and resume regular office hours on Tuesday August 6. Enjoy your long weekend!

Basking in the glow! Congratulations to Gaels members Chloe Daniels and Taylor Perry for winning a silver medal with in Women's Rugby 7s.

Today is Course Enrolment PAWS (Pause) Day, which means no enrolment can be done, but advising is still available. Registration will resume tomorrow, July 31. In the meantime, we are celebrating Paws Day with our favourite furry friends. Comment and tell us who is your favourite!

Please note we are currently experiencing issues with our phone lines, resulting in some calls being dropped. We are aware of the issue and are working to correct it. Some calls are still getting through and we appreciate your patience and persistence. We apologize for the inconvenience and will provide an update as soon as it has been resolved.

Course Enrolment begins today! If you have questions about the enrolment process, visit our Course Enrolment page: https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/undergraduate/current-students/course-enrolment. If you require academic advising during this time period, please visit our Advising webpage: https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/undergraduate/student-services/advising and remember to double check your enrolment appointment time so you don't miss it. Appointment dates are:

First year science students: July 22
First year arts students: July 23
Fourth year students: July 24
Third year students: July 25
Second year students: July 26

It's time to prepare! Your personal enrolment appointment time is now available in SOLUS. Course registration begins July 22, so it's important to start preparing to ensure a smooth registration process. Check out the helpful information, dates, resources, and FAQs on our Course Enrolment webpage: https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/undergraduate/current-students/course-enrolment

Are you planning to take a course through another University via Letter of Permission (LOP)? Please note that the rules and procedures around LOP have been updated. Visit https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/undergraduate/current-students/course-planning-and-options for more information.

Reminder that the Arts and Science Faculty office is CLOSED today, Friday June 28, and Monday July 1. We will re-open and resume regular office hours on Tuesday, July 2.

Don't forget that Summer Orientation (SOAR) is happening next week, July 5, 6, & 7! If you are an incoming first-year student, register today and get to know your campus, faculty and peers! Visit https://www.queensu.ca/studentexperience/first-year-foundation/soar for more information and to register.

You’re Invited! The Queen's University International Centre (QUIC) International Student Summer Orientation (ISSO) Pre-Arrival Sessions have begun! These sessions have been designed especially for international students starting at Queen’s in Fall 2024 and will answer questions about finding housing, health insurance, and much more. See you there!
Visit https://quic.queensu.ca/student-life/orientation to learn more and register.

On Wednesday evening, come celebrate the launch of Belle Park from the Air, a short video by Dorit Naaman, Francine Berish, and Laura Murray, with sound by Matt Rogalsky, that shows the changes and continuities of this space over a century. The screening will be followed by comments from the makers of the film and community conversation. https://www.queensu.ca/eventscalendar/calendar/events/video-launch-belle-park-air

Queen's Department of Film and Media

And that's a wrap on convocation! It has been a thrill to witness the culmination of all your hard work and dedication. Congratulations to all those that convocated this week, and especially those that convocated yesterday in the following disciplines:

Economics
Employment Relations
Political Studies
Public Administration

Day 3 of Spring Convocation marked another great day for all of our new Arts and Science graduates. We are so proud to see you all walking across the stage! Congratulations to all those that convocated yesterday in the following disciplines:

Art Conservation
Art History
Art Leadership & Management
Classical Studies
Computing
Cultural Studies
Drama
English Language & Literature
Film & Media
Fine Art
French Studies
Gender Studies
History
Indigenous Studies
Jewish Studies
Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Liberal Studies
Mathematics & Statistics
Media & Performance Production
Medieval Studies
Music
Music Theatre
Physics
Religious Studies
Screen Cultures & Curatorial Studies
Stage & Screen Studies
Water & Human Health

Day 2 of convocation kept things rolling with two more outstanding ceremonies. Congratulations to those that convocated yesterday in the following disciplines:

Biochemistry
Biology
Biomedical Informatics
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Earth System Science
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Global Development Studies
Health Studies
Industrial Relations
Kinesiology
Life Sciences
Philosophy
Physical Education
Psychology
Sociology
Urban & Regional Planning

Yesterday kicked off the beginning of Spring Convocation 2024! It was a wonderful way to begin our celebration of the Class of 2024. Congratulations to those that convocated yesterday in the following disciplines:

Earth Energy & Resource Leadership
Geography
Geology
Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy

Eight Queen's University Arts and Science students received funding from the FAS Awards for Project-based and Portfolio PhD Research created by Dean Barbara Crow to support students pursuing doctoral research who are undertaking a project or a portfolio PhD option. Congratulations to all 8 recipients! Learn more about the recipients and the awards at: https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/news/supporting-graduate-student-success

Queen's Department of Film and Media
Queen's School of Environmental Studies
Cultural Studies at Queen's University
Department of Gender Studies, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6

The Upper-Year Change of Plan window has re-opened until June 30. If you need more information, or to change your plan, visit https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/undergraduate/current-students/change-of-plan or email [email protected]

SOAR is our one-day, on-campus summer orientation program for incoming first-year students and their parents and supporters. Register today to save your seat and get to know your campus, your faculty, and your peers! Running July 5, 6, & 7.
https://www.queensu.ca/studentexperience/first-year-foundation/soar

🌿 Join us at Queen's University Biological Station's Open House and immerse yourself in a world of environmental discovery! 🌎
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Explore the wonders of nature, witness groundbreaking research, and learn about our sustainability initiatives. Be part of the movement to protect our environment and shape a sustainable future.

There will be displays and activities for all ages, tours of the facility, refreshments and snacks!
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🗓️ Date: Sunday, June 23, 2024
⏰ Time: Noon to 3 pm
📍 Location: Queen's University Biological Station
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Save the date and mark your calendars! Register now at https://www.queensu.ca/alumni/events/queens-university-biological-station-qubs-open-house.

See you there! 🌱



Queen's University Alumni
Queen's University Biological Station (QUBS)

Lifetime achievement in fresh-water research | Queen's Gazette Queen's researcher John Smol is recognized by the Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography for his career impact on aquatic science and education.

Friday June 7 is the LAST day for Plan Selection! All students that have successfully completed 24 units or more MUST declare a plan to register for Fall courses. For more information on Plan Selection, visit https://www.queensu.ca/artsci/undergraduate/first-year-students/plan-selection or call our 1st year hotline: 613-533-6708.