Ban Righ Centre

Due to the heat, and the lack of AC at the BRC, we have decided to close the Centre today (Tuesday July 9). Staff will be working remotely and are available by phone and email. If you need assistance, you can email [email protected]

Lisa has returned from her annual leave today.
She is available Monday - Thursday from 9am-4pm

Ban Righ Centre is closed today, June 28th, and Monday July 1 for the Canada Day long weekend.

We will reopen on Tuesday July 2 at 9am.

Have a wonderful and safe weekend!

Gaye Onurer honours Gamze Onurer Gunseren
“Her wisdom, energy, kindness, and love continue to inspire me.”

This is your last chance to honour a wonderful woman in your life who inspires you, and for your tribute to be included in our 50th gala in October. Submissions close on June 30, 2024.

visit www.queensu.ca/ban-righ-centre/whoisshe to see Gaye's full tribute and to submit your own and donate to the Ban Righ Centre.

Funmilade Akinleye
“Their kind words, the hugs, the words of encouragement and timely advice, and just being there with a shoulder to cry on, when necessary - always made a huge difference.”

This is your last chance to honour a wonderful woman in your life who inspires you, and for your tribute to be included in our 50th gala in October. Submissions close on June 30, 2024.

visit www.queensu.ca/ban-righ-centre/whoisshe to see Funmilade's full tribute and to submit your own and donate to the Ban Righ Centre.

The Ban Righ Centre will be closed on Friday June 28th and Monday July 1 for the Canada Day Long Weekend.

We will reopen on Tuesday July 2 at 9am.

🎉🎉We want to extend our heartiest congratulations to all our graduates! We wish you a happy, healthy, and prosperous future! 🎉🎉

If you plan to be on campus today, please consider stopping by the Ban Righ Centre from 9am-4pm for our Graduation Drop-in Tea. We’d love to congratulate you in person!

Graduates!
Stop by the Ban Righ Centre from June 18-21 from 9am - 4pm for some tea and light refreshments with staff and fellow students. Bring your family and let's celebrate your achievements together.

The Ban Righ Centre is looking for 2 students to help prepare our daily soup lunches, keep the kitchen running smoothly, and do other tasks that make the Ban Righ Centre a warm, welcoming and vibrant place for mature woman-identifying students at Queen's.

Log into your MyCareer account to view the listing under Queen's Work Study Jobs - Job ID # 147505
Students must be eligible for work-study.

Deadline to apply June 21 2024

Email [email protected] with any questions.

Sam Levang honours Trinda Penniston

“She exemplifies determination, perseverance, bravery, and leadership, and consistently goes above and beyond to help others around her thrive.”

Honour a wonderful woman in your life who inspires you with a tribute and a donation to the Ban Righ Centre.

visit www.queensu.ca/ban-righ-centre/whoisshe to see Sam's full tribute and to submit your own.

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH!

Join Yellow House (queensu.ca/yellow-house) for Pride Parade sign-making party on June 7, 3:30-6:30 pm.

For a list of events happening in Kingston for Pride Month, and information about Kingston Pride please visit https://www.kingstonpride.ca/copy-of-2023

Today's edition of the Gazette includes a story about the 2024 Ban RIgh Foundation Spring Awards! Please check it out and share!

Recognizing the accomplishments of mature women students | Queen's Gazette The Ban Righ Foundation gave out its annual spring awards as it builds momentum for its 50th anniversary celebration.

BRC Staff will be planting flowers at the Centre on Thursday May 23 from 11am-1pm. If anyone is interested in participating they are welcome to join us.

Unfortunately our SASS Drop-in Session scheduled for May 30th has been cancelled.
Drop-in Sessions will resume in the fall term

Kath Leverette honours her mother Katherine Connell Crothers
“she never, ever hesitated to let me know I could accomplish good things if I put my mind to it.”

Mother's Day is Sunday May 12. Honour a wonderful woman in your life who inspires you with a tribute and a donation to the Ban Righ Centre.

visit www.queensu.ca/ban-righ-centre/whoisshe to see Kath's full tribute and to submit your own.

Tibeb Debele honours her mother Yeharerwork Belete Bekele
“Despite all the hardships, she raised her kids with love, undivided attention, and a better education.”

Mother's Day is Sunday May 12. Honour a wonderful woman in your life who inspires you with a tribute and a donation to the Ban Righ Centre.

visit www.queensu.ca/ban-righ-centre/whoisshe to see Tibebe's full tribute and to submit your own.

Sydney Woodcock honours her mother Megan Woodcock
“she embodies resilience and strength. Despite life's challenges, she remains steadfast, teaching me the importance of perseverance.”

Mother's Day is Sunday May 12. Honour a wonderful woman in your life who inspires you with a tribute and a donation to the Ban Righ Centre.

visit www.queensu.ca/ban-righ-centre/whoisshe to see Sydney's full tribute and to submit your own.

The SGPS has sponsored a special iteration of Queen's University Student Wellness Services' Fresh Food Box program for graduate and professional students, starting in the spring of this year!

Fresh Food Boxes are FREE and contain all the fresh produce and key ingredients to prepare a quick, easy and healthy recipe which makes approximately 4 servings.

There will be 3 sessions throughout the spring & summer with limited spots available. Register for the first session starting 9:00am EST on May 16th for pick-up the following week on May 23rd in the afternoon.

Pick-up information will be provided upon registration. Learn more at https://www.bewellatqueens.com/post/supporting-graduate-students-the-sgps-gcs-sponsors-fresh-food-box-program

Nathalie Soini honours her mother Anne Soini
“She is a loving, smart, and empathetic person who is admired by everyone around her...My mother is my hero and I love her so very much”

Mother's Day is Sunday May 12. Honour a wonderful woman in your life who inspires you with a tribute and a donation to the Ban Righ Centre.

visit our website (link in bio) to see Natalie's full tribute and to submit your own.

Did you know the Ban Righ Centre is open during the summer?!?

From April 29-August 11 our hours will be Monday to Thursday 9am-4pm
Fridays the Centre will be closed for in person services but staff will be working remotely.

Starting next week we will be operating under our Summer Hours.

From April 29-August 11 we will be open Monday - Thursday 9am-4pm
Fridays the Centre will be closed. Staff will be working remotely and available by email or phone.

**please note that we will be closed on April 29th

The Ban Righ Centre will be closed on Monday April 29th for a staff retreat. We will reopen on Tuesday April 30th at 9am.

Have a wonderful weekend!!!

Celebrate Hayden Read as she receives the Carole Kinnear Award which is awarded to a woman continuing her education in Gender Studies.

Hayden will be honoured at the Spring Awards Celebration on April 27th.