Thank you for selecting Queens Computing as your faculty for the upcoming term.

This manual will serve as your guide to all things related to Orientation Week. Please read it to ensure a smooth transition into your first week at university, and then save the booklet for future reference.

CONTENTS
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 10. 12. 13. 14. 18. 19. 20. 22. 23. 24. School of Computing Welcome Dr. Selim Akl School of Computing Welcome Irene LaFleche High Tech Welcome Lucas Marcelli COMPSA Welcome Sahib Purba Academic Orientation Committee Welcome Tech Committee Techs What Is Orientation Week? Orientation Week Schedule Event Descriptions Campus Map Getting Involved at Queens A Linguistic Lesson: Queens Lingo What Do I Wear During the Week? The Oil Thigh Your Summer To-Do List

Nervous about your first year at Queens? Dont worry, youre not alone. 1 To help prepare you for this wonderful experience, there are helpful tips located at the bottom of every page.

School of Computing Welcome

Dear Class of 2017, Welcome to the Queens School of Computing! On behalf of the students, staff, and faculty of the School, I am writing to bring you greetings and let you know how delighted we are that you have decided to join us. You will be glad you came. As you know, the Queens School of Computing provides a great variety of innovative undergraduate programs of exceptional quality. In addition to the School's flagship Computer Science program, you can choose from a diversity of specialized and multidisciplinary programs, including Biomedical Computing, Cognitive Science, Software Design, and Computing and the Creative Arts. Several unique courses, such as Computer Animation, Computer-Assisted Surgery, and Game Design, are highlights of our offerings. Undergraduates in the Queens School of Computing have several opportunities to undertake an industrial internship, engage in cutting edge research with our world class researchers, as well as being involved in enriching outreach activities. You may also be interested to know that our classes are small, that our doors are always open, and that the School enjoys a warm, supportive, and caring environment. I am very proud of the Queens School of Computing, its excellent instructors, its superb administrative and technical staff, and its talented and inspiring students. It is a wonderful and exciting time to be a computer scientist. You live in the age of information. Computing is changing the world in which we live in profound ways, from medicine to business to entertainment, and everything else in between. As well, the computational paradigm is helping answer fundamental questions in the natural and physical sciences. And Computing has been around for less than a century. Imagine what the other fields of knowledge were like when they were this young. The future is bright for our discipline. Enjoy Orientation Week and best wishes for an exciting and rewarding first year! Sincerely, Selim G. Akl Professor and Director

Dont be afraid to approach your Profs and TAs with questions. Thats what theyre there for! If you need to know the answer, chances are that at least 10 other people in the class need to know it too. Alternatively, most Profs have office hours where you can go to seek advice if you feel uncomfortable speaking out in class.

School of Computing Welcome

Welcome Students!

It is my great pleasure to welcome you all into our School of Computing Family! One of my most important goals is to help ensure that your undergraduate years here are some of the most rewarding and enjoyable of your lives!

I have worked in Queens School of Computing for 32 years and I continue to find every September exciting and exhilarating with the arrival of the new and returning students! Each year brings with it a new set of challenges and new heights of success! As with everything in life, you will get out of your University experiences what you put in! Work hard, dont be afraid to ask questions, seek help if you need it and make friends!

I will be talking to you as a group during Orientation in September, but I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to drop by my office, Goodwin Hall, room 534 so you can get to know me a little better and I can get to know you.

If you have any questions or concerns over the summer about courses and/or registration please feel free to email me and I would be very happy to help. Have a safe and enjoyable summer break and I will see you in September!

Take care, Irene LaFleche Undergraduate Program Assistant Irene@cs.queensu.ca

A fridge is a nice addition to any res room. If for nothing else than fresh fruit and cold drinks for studying, youll be happy you have one.

High Tech Welcome

Hello World! My name is Lucas Marcelli, the Orientation chair (known as the High Tech) for O-Week 2013! I am just about to finish up my third year of university, my second at Queens. This has been a crazy year of planning for the Tech Committee and I, so I hope you really enjoy what we have in store for you. Orientation week at Queens is probably the most amazing venture I have ever seen. Ive never directly experienced it as an incoming student, but I fell in love with it after being a frosh leader last year. The week is one of the best ways to make friends and learn about the Queens campus and community. Its run by the students for the students. One of the important things to remember is that you always have resources and people you can turn to. This handbook contains a lot of information about the different services that Queens offers, however this is just a small fraction of what you can do or where you can turn to. During my first year at Queens I know that I was too afraid to get involved because I didnt want my marks to suffer. Having gone through a second year now, I can tell you that getting involved is what made this year so amazing for me. I would strongly encourage all of you to get out there and get involved. Since November, your Tech Committee (myself and the other planners of your events) have been coming up with activities, contacting sponsors, booking events, and trying to make your frosh week as fun as we can. We have a great slate of events for you to attend. We have events where you can learn about campus, about your classes, about your new friends and about yourselves. There are events where you can run around and have fun, and events where you can just sit and relax, and events where you can get astoundingly dirty. On a final note, I have to ask every person that reads this to do one thing: Take a big deep breath. Dont you feel better? No one, and I mean no one, can come to Queens less prepared than I was. I didnt have my courses registered. I found a place to live the day before classes started. My arm was in a cast. I had no idea what or who to turn to for help with any of this. All in all it was a very difficult and rushed time for me. I have two pieces of advice for you from that experience. One: Dont do what I did. Two: If I can make it through being that unprepared, then so can you. It will be scary, it will be different, but youre going to make it and I am going to help you. Promise. Lucas Marcelli High Tech 2013 orientation@compsa.queensu.ca P.S Email me P.P.S Seriously, Email me

Take your elective courses seriously. This is your chance to take something outside your program that interests you. Physics, chemistry, biology, psychology, philosophy, economics, commerce, english, history, drama, geography, german, french, classics the list is endless. Take something thats not included in your program and give it a try!

COMPSA Welcome
Welcome Class of 2017!

I am pleased to welcome you all to Queens University, and the School of Computing. The years you spend here will foster growth, both academically and personally. Each student, staff and faculty member is here to ensure that you reach success. It would be very hard to find a group of students more tight-knit and supportive as those in computing. It has truly grown into an amazing family.

Not too long ago I was in your very place, taking my first steps into the Queens community. The amount of information and emotion, and even the culture shock, that comes at you can be intimidating, but do not worry, before you know it, you will be completely at ease in your new home.

The Computing Students Association (COMPSA) is always here to offer support. We are an entirely student-run government acting as the main representative body for all computing students at Queens. Your needs, voices and interests are represented to various bodies such as other faculty societies, the AMS or the School of Computing administration. We offer support for all students through private tutors, a Buddy Program and student-run tutorials for many of the courses you will take during your time here at Queens. We also host amazing events such as our semiformal and End of Year Banquet. Our annual LAN Party, movie nights and weekly coffee with profs foster an amazingly inclusive environment. There are a number of ways for you to get involved so check out our website (http://compsa.queensu.ca), check us out on Facebook (COMPSA Computing Students Association), join the Class of 17 Facebook group, or check us out on Twitter (@compsa).

I look forward to meeting you as you take your first steps into your new community. Queens and Kingston will become your new home and I encourage you to make the most of your time here. Please feel free to email me if you have any questions, concerns, or just want to say hi!

Sincerely,

Sahib Purba President Computing Students Association president@compsa.queensu.ca

By enrolling in the School of Computing you are automatically a member of COMPSA . This means you are welcome to attend meetings and vote on important topics as well as the opportunity to vote in COMPSA elections.

AOC Welcome
Dear Class of 2017, Congratulations on entering Queens and beginning a new era in your life as a student. You are now a member of an academic community that values and promotes scholarly achievements as well as the various social, cultural and personal skills demanded by the professional world. Queens University welcomes you as a member of this community and encourages you to challenge yourself to develop the highest scholarly standards while also involving yourself in the many other possibilities offered here. Seize the opportunity to be introduced to our academic community and resources by attending the academic events during Orientation Week. Once the academic year starts, take time to meet your professors, talk to your teaching assistants, and be ready to engage in all your classes, labs, and tutorials. Take advantage of the many resources and people available to support you in meeting your academic goals. A positive attitude toward your academic career is the best way to appreciate fully the many opportunities and experiences that our community offers you. As you become a fully engaged member of Queens University, we ask you to keep the following in mind. For first-year students, the pressures accompanying university life can sometimes be overwhelming when combined with the stress of being away from home for an extended period of time. Therefore, it is not uncommon for grades to fall in the early stages of the first year. Though marks are an important gauge by which to judge a student's work ethic and understanding of subject, incoming students should focus on developing effective study skills, communication with their professors and peers, and an open attitude toward intellectual life in general. University life is both a privilege and a responsibility. Therefore, the Queens community expects that its members will respect the rights, dignity, and differences of others, respect city and university property, and behave in such a manner as to be effective ambassadors for Queens at home or abroad. Above all, strive to realise your full potential, whatever it may be, and learn to know yourselves. Again, welcome to Queens and good luck in your first year of university life. Academic Orientation Committee 2013

You may encounter times of academic stress in your first year that you are unaccustomed to. There are a variety of services that can help you work through these situations that you will learn about during Frosh Week. By going to class, reading your books, and co mpleting your assignments, you put yourself in a good position to succeed.

Tech Committee
The Tech Committee (TC) is a group of 7 upper year students who have been hard at work organizing Orientation Week 2013. They will be some of the first people you meet in the fall.
Lucas Marcelli (High Tech)
Meet Lucas Marcelli, your High Tech. Lucas attended Ottawa University for the first year of his Computing undergraduate career. He was then recruited to Queens computing for his physics prowess and Defense of the Ancients skills. However, the skill did not come cheap. He burned off his left eyebrow during an overclocking incident, when trying to make his computer powerful enough to run DotA. He simply drew on a new one with a marker, and continued improving. Perseverance; that is what makes the High Tech so great. He will stop at nothing to ensure that the Frosh have the best week of their life. His likes include goto statements and boilerplate code. His dislikes consist of long walks on the beach, and social interactions. Nickname: High Tech

Anthony Piersanti (Treasurer)

Nothing is known of Anthonys background. There are only stories and legends, most of them apocryphal, passed down through the ages. In truth, Anthony is a mystery for whom the only true biography is description: he is a universal force, a consumer of worlds. He is a being of the void, at times corporeal, other times ethereal; a beast between the planes. Anthony has taken place as the treasurer for Computing Orientation. It remains a mystery why this being from another dimension believes the struggle for orientation week is worth entering our physical plane, but apparently an upset in the balance of money in this world has repercussions in adjacent dimensions. Nickname: Sleeping Beauty

Catherine Chisnell (Sponsorship)

She is the Xena of Computing; the Ada Lovelace of Orientation Week; the Marie Curie of kickin butt. Raised in a castle as a viking princess in the small Ontario town of Pembrooke, Catherine spent her days riding her pet unicorn and going on secret CIA missions to outer space. Catherine is a puzzle, wrapped in a mystery, consumed by an enigma, disguised as a riddle. She came to Kingston for some big city livin and to turn Queens University completely inside out. The sponsors wont be able to escape this cowgirls lasso, and shes here to make sure Orientation Week 2 013 is a hootenanny. Nickname: The Lone Ranger

There is a considerable portion of the incoming class who will have little to no prior computing experience. This is not a problem whatsoever, as Queens offers a variety of first year computing courses for students of every skill level. For more info on these courses, consult the School of Computing website.

Christopher Keeler (Fundraising)

The hometown hero Christopher Keeler has spent many months training to prepare for the best Orientation Week ever. A descendant of the mighty Samson, Chris luxurious hair not only gives him superhuman strength, but also allows him to fundraise at a level greater than any mortal man. Having honed his event planning skills as the COMPSA Casual Events Commissioner, Chris is more than prepared to conquer anything that comes at him. Chris job is to put the Fun in FUNdraising, and is more than prepared to take on the difficult task of creating a highly strategic fundraising plan to ensure that the Tech Committee will have all of the necessary monies to create a fantastic week. Nickname: Chicken Salad

Curtis Tremblay (Publications)

Curtis Tremblay is one beautiful man with facial hair that can surpass the awesomeness of Karl Marxs in less than 4 hours. He is one reckless dude who has won the internetz more times than you have blinked in your life and his power level is greater than 9000. Curtis also possesses the ability to speak the Klingon language very fluently and is often seen on campus playing Hello Kitty Island Adventure. Actually though, Curtis is someone who we can all count on, and is one super cool guy who will make this Frosh week an amazing week for everyone. Nickname: Gordon Freeman

Niv Yahel (Logistics)

Originally born in Antarctica and raised by penguins, Niv Yahel found his calling as a student in the faculty of computing. His kind nature, cheery demeanor and excitement towards frosh week got him chosen as the logistics chair in the computing orientation committee. Nivs infatuation with orientation is only outmatched by his love of nurses. In Nivs spare time, when he is not saving the world from evil or completing a CISC assignment, he can be found cuddling penguins, wrestling grizzly bears or teaching small children how to read. Nickname: Happy Feet

Sleep is an extremely important part of Orientation Week. There are a huge number of events during the four days, and it is important that you maintain a high level of energy so that you may get the most out of the week.

Sahib Purba (Academics)

Hailing from the city of Mississauga, Ontario, Sahib Purba is most likely a super villain of some sort. It is really the only explanation for how he is able to be a second year Biomedical Computing Student, Vice President of University Affairs for COMPSA (Queens University Computing Students Association), and our resident Academics Chair. There have also been rumors that he is always practicing an evil laugh and is looking to buy his own submarine to turn into an evil lair, though they remain unconfirmed. Through the sheer amount of swag this man possess he will soon be able to control the entire Computing Faculty and possibly Queens University itself from there I can only conclude he will take over the world. However, this will not necessarily be a bad thing. In fact he would probably just demand everyone calm down and listen to some sick beats. So maybe his helping to run Orientation week is just training to rule the world, but if someone has to do it At least hes willing to put in some practice first. Nickname: Master Chef

You may want to consider getting a lock for your computer, especially if you use a laptop. Any local computer store sells good Kensington locks and acquiring one may keep your computer from deserting you.

What is Orientation Week?

Orientation week (also commonly known as Frosh Week) is the week prior to classes which contains a series of fun and informative activities. These activities are designed to familiarize with things you may encounter during first year, as well as with the campus and the community. All first year students are placed into frosh groups which are led around by upper year computing students. These upper years are known as Techs and are excited to answer all your pressing questions about any topic of your choosing. Computing students are classified as Arts and Science students but we offer our own orientation events so that you can get to meet all the fantastic people you will be taking classes with for the next four or more years. Orientation Week at Queens is run entirely by students, for students. There is an incredible amount of pride, energy and sheer excitement generated during Orientation Week that maintains itself year after year and you will soon be a part of this longstanding tradition. Besides being a ridiculous amount of fun, Orientation Week for all faculties and schools at Queens strives to further the following goals: To make all new students feel welcome; To facilitate a smooth transition into university; To build a strong and inclusive community of students; To make new students comfortable in their academic, social and environmental contexts; To provide a solid foundation for a successful university experience.

Orientation Week for computing is all about making you feel comfortable in your surroundings. For us that means tams, coveralls, cheering, fun, excitement, friends, and great times that you will look back on fondly. During Orientation Week, youll learn all about the great things Queens has to offer. Orientation Week sets the stage for the rest of your university career and is an important step between being a high school student, and being a Queens student. All frosh week events are completely voluntary, and you dont even have to be a participant of frosh week to get the important academic information, however participating is strongly recommended because your Tech Committee can`t wait to meet you and neither can your techs (and your fellow students too we hope!) All activities are monitored by several different bodies within the school such as the Orientation Round Table, the Senate Orientation Activities Review Board and the Academic Orientation Committee for safety and to ensure that principles of inclusiveness and enjoyment are upheld.

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Although you will be spending the majority of the week with your Orientation Group, there are many opportunities to meet members of the other groups, as well as members of other faculties.

Orientation Week Schedule

When
8:30am 10:00am 10:00am 11:30am 11:30am 1:15pm 1:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 3:30pm 3:30pm 4:30pm 5:00pm 12:00am 9:00am 11:00am 11:00am 11:30pm 11:30pm 12:30pm 12:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 12:00am 9:00am 10:00am 10:00am 10:30am 10:30am 11:00am 11:00am 12:00am 12:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 4:30pm 4:30pm 12:00am

What
Frosh Welcome Welcome Forum Caf Lunch with Leaders Course Confirmation / Leadership Games Van Painting Queens at the Park Wolfe Island Corn Maze Sidewalk Sale Meet at Walter Light Caf Lunch with Leaders Sexperts and QFA Academic Success 101 Summerhill BBQ CompSci Idol/Talent Show COMPSA/School of Computing Welcome Student Card Validation Prof Talk Game Show Buddy Games Event Coverall Painting/Games Games Night/LAN Party/Movie Night Tamming and Traditions Frosh Adventures Lunch CompSci Cup High Table Dinner ASUS Semi-Formal

Where
Chernoff Field ARC / Grant Hall Ban Righ Cafeteria Walter Light Hall Walter Light Hall Parking Lot Kingston City Park Wolfe Island University Ave. Walter Light Hall Leonard/Ban Righ Cafeteria Dupuis Auditorium Dupuis Auditorium Summerhill Common Ground Dupuis Auditorium JDUC Dupuis Auditorium Dupuis Auditorium Across from Goodwin/Walter Light MacDonald Park Goodwin & Walter Light

Wednesday September 4th, 2013

Thursday September 5th, 2013

Friday September 6th, 2013

Saturday September 7th, 2013

8:30am 10:00am 10:00am 12:00pm 12:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 4:00pm 6:00pm 9:00pm 9:00pm 12:00am Grant Hall Across Campus TBA City Park Biosciences Complex Grant Hall

If you are unsure of where a building is located, make sure to check the map included in this manual or a map located online at www.queensu.ca/campusmap. During the week, you can also ask one of your Techs or TC!

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Event Descriptions
Wednesday, September 4th, 2013 Frosh Welcome Chernoff Field 8:30am 10:00am
This is the first event in the most fun-filled four days of your life! You'll meet your fellow first-years and super frosh leaders in front of Chernoff Hall. Then, you'll be introduced to the awesomeness that is Orientation Week. Be prepared to learn some cheers!

Leadership Games Outside Walter Light Hall 1:30pm 2:30pm (Rotation)

Get to know your fellow group members and frosh leaders better while engaging in fun games to bring you out of your shell and get you into the spirit of Orientation week.

Welcome Forum ARC / Grant Hall 10:00am 11:30am

Meet some of the Deans in Arts and Science, as well as the Arts and Science Student Government! These are important resources that you can rely on during your time here and that are here to help you. Well also be practicing those cheers you just learned!

Van Painting Walter Light Hall Parking Lot 2:30pm 3:30pm

Help decorate the Computing Orientation van! This is the vehicle your TC will be driving around in throughout the week, so make sure to show off your creative side!

Caf Lunch with Leaders Ban Righ Cafeteria 11:30am 1:15pm

Get to know your Tech Group (and other Computing students) at the cafeteria! Eat up! Youll need your energy!

Queens at the Park Kingston City Park 3:30pm 4:30pm

Learn about the academic and social services, as well as all sorts of clubs Queens has to offer. Each booth has a variation of information, prizes, and activities for everyone!

Course Confirmation Walter Light Hall Computing Lab 1:30pm 2:30pm (Rotation)
Ensure youre registered in all the right courses, complete your SOLUS registration (if not already done), and set up your CASLab account by coming out to the Course Confirmation. Your Techs, TCs & our Undergraduate Assistant will be there to help. NOTE: If you miss this event, MAKE SURE to complete your SOLUS registration BEFORE picking up your student card on Friday September 6th.

Wolfe Island Corn Maze Wolfe Island 5:00pm 12:00am

The Wolfe Island Corn Maze is a major Kingston attraction that Computing Orientation goes to every year. Get to participate in fun games run by the host family, enjoy some deliciously prepared food by them if youre hungry, and the topper to the night: the maze! Think you can get through the maze in dark?

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If there are ever extenuating circumstances which will make you late for an event, or if there is an event you know you will be unable to attend, please inform your Techs as soon as possible so they may account for your absence.

Thursday, September 5th, 2013 Sidewalk Sale University Avenue 9:00am 11:00am
This event will introduce you to some of the local businesses in Kingston, and a few clubs on campus. You also may be able to get your hands on some free stuff and great discounts!

CompSci Idol/Talent Show Common Ground 7:00pm 12:00am

Definitely a highlight You wont want to miss this! Visit Common Ground, a student-run coffee shop, for a night of karaoke. You will also have the chance to showcase your unique talents and cheer on fellow students at our talent show!

Caf Lunch with Leaders Ban Righ / Leonard Cafeterias 11:30am 12:30pm
Re-fuel for the afternoon activities with your Tech Group. They will tell you which cafeteria you will be meeting at.

Sexperts and QFA Dupuis Auditorium 12:30am 1:30pm

Get valuable advice from the sexperts of the Sexual Health Resource Center and Queens First Aid to ensure you enjoy a safe and healthy Queens experience.

Academic Success 101 Dupuis Auditorium 1:30pm 2:30pm

Learn how to succeed academically at Queens through a presentation organized by your Tech Committee.

Summerhill BBQ Summerhill 2:30pm 7:00pm

Get to eat great food with your fellow groups prepared by your very own Tech Committee. When not eating you can engage in games such as throwing around a Frisbee or football or maybe some pickup soccer. Also get to learn your frosh dance step by step so that way we may wow the other faculties. Includes a special appearance by the School of Nursing!

Approach every situation with an open mind. University is about expanding your horizons. You'll be exposed to ideas, cultures and much more that you have never experiences before. Take it all in. Remember, there is always someone to talk to if you encounter a situation you are unfamiliar with and are unsure of how to proceed.

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Friday, September 6th, 2013 COMPSA/School of Computing Welcome Dupuis Auditorium 9:00am 10:00am
Looking to get involved at Queens? Wondering about course requirements? Here, youll get to meet important people in the School of Computing who can help you through university. You will also be introduced to your student association and learn about what services it provides you and how you can get involved.

Buddy Event/Swedish Beaver Lunch Across from Walter Light Hall 12:00pm 2:00pm
Meet some awesome upper year students while you relax and enjoy a delicious lunch sponsored by Swedish Beaver. A variety of choices are available including vegetarian and vegan options. If you have a specific dietary concern, please inform one of your Techs/TC prior to this event.

Student Card Validation JDUC 10:00am 10:30am

Come pick up your student card! If you forgot to send in a picture during the summer you can have one taken here. You MUST complete SOLUS registration prior to picking up your student card.

Coverall Painting/Games MacDonald Park 2:00pm 4:30pm

Your coveralls are ready! Now for the fun partmaking them your own! Paint them in any design you want to showcase your Queens spirit and personality. Then join in some fun activities organized by the Tech Committee.

Prof Talk Dupuis Auditorium 10:30am 11:00am

Got questions? Profs have answers! Sit down with some School of Computing Faculty and have a chance to ask anything you can think of.

Games Night/Movie Night/LAN Party Kingston City Park 5:00pm 12:00am

Watch an awesome movie, try out some board games or take part in our LAN party, where you will be provided with video games sponsored by Steam.

Game Show Dupuis Auditorium 11:00am 12:00pm

How much do you remember? Well be playing a trivia game about some of the information youve learned in the last few days as well as a selection of other general knowledge questions.

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Getting involved is a great way to meet new friends and add to your resume to help with your summer job search. Look for opportunities with ASUS, COMPSA and the AMS this fall. Many Committees and groups will be looking for First Year representation.

Saturday, September 7h, 2013 Tamming and Traditions Grant Hall 8:30am 10:00am
Learn all about the traditions of Queens and receive your official Computing Tam. Remember not to put it on until after the ceremony and make sure it covers your ears.

Frosh Adventures Across Campus 10:00am 12:00pm

A campus-wide photo scavenger hunt! Learn about important resources on campus and earn gigapoints by taking creative pictures!

CompSci Cup City Park 1:00pm 4:00pm

The final challenge of Orientation Week! Put your debugging skills to the test, conquer various challenges presented by the TC and show your leaders your appreciation by getting them unbelievably messy!

High Table Dinner Biosciences Complex 6:00pm 9:00pm

Put on your best semi-formal attire and have a nice dinner with your peers, techs and TC. Well have a slideshow highlighting the week, closing words from your techs and TC and the presentation of the Compsci Cup and various other awards.

ASUS Semi-Formal Grant Hall 9:00pm 12:00am

Dance the night away with your Computing friends and members of the faculty of Arts and Science.

Students at Queens respect the many traditions of the school, so make sure you listen to your leaders prior to Taming and traditions in order to ensure you are informed of the many customs that Queens has to offer.

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Campus Map

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Chernoff Field ARC/Common Ground Ban Righ Cafeteria Walter Light Hall Dupuis Hall

6. Summerhill 7. Clark Hall 8. JDUC 9. Grant Hall 10. Goodwin Hall

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Be sure to take care of your health. It is not always easy but you should strive to get enough sleep and to eat well. Exercise is a great stress reliever, and as a student you'll have access to the Athletics and Recreation Center (ARC) from 6 am to 12:30 am on most days to help you stay active.

Getting Involved at Queens!

There are so many opportunities at Queens to cater to any of your interests through clubs, societies, committees, and more! Be sure to watch your Queens email account in September for more information on these and other exciting opportunities to get involved with your school. In the meantime, here are a few groups on campus that can help get you started!
Computing Students' Association (COMPSA) COMPSA is our Computing Student Government and offers lots of great ways to get involved such as intramural sports, social events, tutoring, or even positions on its Council. This year, one of the positions available is the First Year Representative, to be elected in the Fall term. The person who takes this position will represent all First Year students at COMPSA meetings and will help relay information back to them. If youre interested, you can always sit in on a few General COMPSA Assemblies and see how it works for yourself! For more information about COMSPA, check out the website at http://compsa.queensu.ca, and always feel free to contact any of this years current Council with any questions/concerns. Arts and Science Undergraduate Society (ASUS) Being a member of the School of Computing also means youre a member of the Faculty of Arts and Science. ASUS is their Student Government and offers various volunteer positions in their charities and on their committees, as well as running various social events throughout the year. The COMPSA VP Operations sits on the ASUS Assembly, so if you ever want to know what happens or want to give your input to ASUS feel free to get in touch with next years VP Operations (contact information available on our COMPSA website or just talk to the High Tech!). You can also sit in and watch the meetings yourself. For more information on ASUS, check out their website at

http://queensasus.com

Alma Mater Society The Alma Mater Society represents all the undergraduate students at Queen's. They offer most of the student-run services you see on campus, as well as most clubs. The COMPSA President and VP University Affairs both sit on the AMS Assembly, so if you ever want to know what happens or want to give your input to the AMS, feel free to get in touch with next years President Eril Berkok (a fellow Computing student) or VP University Affairs. (contact information available on the COMSPA website). Check out the AMS website at http://myams.org If you want information ahead of time but arent sure where to start, contact the COMPSA Council to point you in the right direction, or you can ask other Queens upper years questions on either of the following Facebook groups: Queens Computing Class of 2017 Facebook Page

Queens University: Class of 2017 Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/queensclassof2017

https://www.facebook.com/queenscomputing2017

If you have any questions which are not answered by this manual, feel free to ask questions on one of the Facebook pages listed above or contact orientation@compsa.queensu.ca

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A Linguistics Lesson: Queens Lingo

Many words are specific to Queens. Youll use and hear them a lot, so get to know them!
AMS: The Alma Mater Society is the central undergraduate student government. They provide services, and volunteer/employment opportunities. ARC: The newly built Athletic Recreation Centre right beside the Queens Centre. This holds all of your gym needs as well as a full sized pool, squash courts, and much, much more. ASUS: Arts and Science Undergraduate Society. As Computing students you fall under ASUS. They have many different services offered and hold many events throughout the year. Blue Light: These are the security lights found around campus. They have blue light bulbs. If you ever feel unsafe or need help, hit one of these and you can talk directly to security. CoGro: Short form for the Common Ground held in the Queens Centre. This is a great spot on campus for coffee, comfy couches and conversation. COMPSA: The Computing Students Association. They run events for Computing students with everything academic and social in mind. Flex: The best way to get food on campus quickly. Your meal plans come with flex dollars (depending on your plan) and the money is stored on your student card. One swipe and you are good to go. Frosh: First year students. That would be you! Gaels: The name of Queens Varsity teams. Examples would be the football team, the soccer team, volleyball and many more. Golden Words: GW is the humour newspaper on campus, run by EngSoc (the Engineering Society). Get it every Wednesday!

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Computing Orientation Week only lasts 4 day out of your entire 4+ year University career. Do not let these days go to waste. Step outside of your comfort zone and make the most out of the week. You wont regret it.

JDUC: John Deutsch University Centre, at University and Union. This is one of the major places where students come to hang out between classes. It holds the AMS offices, some university offices and other services such as the Queens Pub. Gords: Another location to buy food on campus. It is located in the bottom of the Gordon as part of Gordon-Brockington House. The Lazy Scholar: A very convenient place to buy food with your flex dollars. It is located in the basement of Victoria Hall. Mac-Corry: Arts and Science offices and a food court are found in this building, along with some classrooms. If you have classes here, go early it will take some time for you to figure out the layout of Mac-Corry! Main: Main Campus. This is where most of your classes will be, as well as most of the residences, cafeterias, the JDUC, the Queens Centre and a whole lot more. Oil Thigh: This is the Queens fight song you will know and love. This is the song we sing to show our pride in our school and its heritage. It is sung very frequently during Orientation week, as well as every time a touchdown is scored at football games because it is the only inter faculty cheer. SOLUS: The Student On-Line University System. Access your schedule and a variety of other information here. Available by logging into your My.QueensU profile on

www.queensu.ca
Tech: These are your frosh leaders and some of the most amazing people you will meet at Queens. Theyre here to show you all the amazing things about Queens. The Journal: Queens own newspaper, published twice a week for most of the semester and once a week closer to the end of term. Look to the Journal to keep up to date on everything going on around campus. Tricolour: Red, gold and blue. These are the official Queens colours. West: West Campus. More residence and arguably the best cafeteria at Queens!

A large part of adjusting to university life for many is trying to balance academic and social time. It is great to have fun, but remember that school should be your number one priority. However, some downtime is essential to feeling and performing your best.

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What Do I Wear During the Week?

During Orientation Week, you should wear comfortable shoes, comfortable shorts or pants, and your Orientation T-shirt (provided at the Frosh Welcome event). Please note that you may opt to get dirty or wet during some activities, and you should choose your clothes appropriately (Techs will inform you of these events beforehand). Other things you may want to bring/wear include sunglasses, sandals, an older pair of shoes (for the corn maze), a hat, a small backpack, and a light jacket (cool mornings/rainy days). You will need semi-formal clothes for the High Table Dinner SemiFormal. For males we suggest a golf shirt or other collared shirt, dress pants and dress shoes (ties and suit jackets are optional) For females see suggestions for males above or we suggest a dress, or skirt and shirt, with appropriate shoes

What else should I bring?

A reusable water bottle will be provided and water is available at all events. Additional items you may wish to bring include sunscreen, a camera (we suggest disposable and/or waterproof), asthma or other medication, epi-pens, identification (drivers license, etc.), spirit, a smile, an open mind! You may wish to bring extra money for optional expenses such as the Sidewalk Sale. There are TD Canada Trust bank machines located on campus if you need additional spending money. Your Orientation Leaders will be happy to help you locate these machines if you desire.

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Scheduled events may be altered due to inclement weather or other factors. It is important that you give your Techs a method of contacting you in the event of a scheduling change, and pack for a variety of temperatures and weather conditions.

The Oil Thigh

'The Oil Thigh, circa 1898, is the Queen's University fight song. It is sung frequently during Orientation Week as an inter-faculty cheer, as well as after every time the Gaels score a touchdown at football games. The repeated lines in the chorus translate to "The College of the Queen forever." The Oil Thigh is a proud Queen's tradition that exemplifies the spirit and strong sense of community among Queen's students. Here are the lyrics but don't worry about memorizing it - you'll get plenty of practice soon! Chorus:
Oil thigh na Banrighinn a'Banrighinn gu brath! Oil thigh na Banrighinn a'Banrighinn gu brath! Oil thigh na Banrighinn a'Banrighinn gu brath! Cha-gheill! Cha-gheill! Cha-gheill! (Pronounced "Kay-Ya! Kay-Ya! Kay-Ya!") Sing! Queen's College colours we are wearing once again, Soiled as they are by the battle and the rain, Yet another victory to wipe away the stain! So, Gaels, go in and win! Sing! Oil thigh na Banrighinn a'Banrighinn gu brath! Oil thigh na Banrighinn a'Banrighinn gu brath! Oil thigh na Banrighinn a'Banrighinn gu brath! Cha-gheill! Cha-gheill! Cha-gheill! Sing! What's the sport of Kings? Queen's! Queen's! Queen's! Oil thigh na Banrighinn Cha Gheill! Cha Gheill! Cha Gheill! Oil thigh na Banrighinn Cha Gheill! Cha Gheill! Cha Gheill! Go Queen's!

If you want a head start on learning the rest of the Orientation Week cheers, visit www.queenscomputingfrosh.com/the-week/cheers/

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Your Summer To-Do List

Here are a few things you dont want to forget to do over the summer before coming to Queens! The last date for residence application and deposit is June 10, 2013. Go to http://residences.housing.queensu.ca/ to book a room if you want somewhere to live next
year!

In early June, you will be sent a registration information postcard directing you to visit the Arts and Science website www.queensu.ca/artsci for course registration information. Make sure you check SOLUS for your enrollment appointment time on July 2, 2013 and select your courses before August 2, 2013. Complete the photo-ID form that will be sent to you this summer. Otherwise, youll have to wait in line to get your picture taken, and nobody likes lines! Make your minimum payment to the University by September 1, 2013. If you miss this date, you risk losing your spots in classes and in residence! Plan what you need to pack, and then PACK! You dont want to forget anything at home, but you also dont want to fill up the space in your residence with unnecessary belongings. Computing & Orientation: Make sure to register on the Computing Orientation website (www.queenscomputingfrosh.com) to sign up for orientation week. Also, check out the COMPSA website http://compsa.queensu.ca for more great info on what your student government does for you, including tutors, events, merchandise and more. Check out the AMS website at http://www.myams.org to get more info about the AMS and the great things they can do for you. Say goodbye to friends and family, and prepare yourself for the BEST WEEK OF YOUR LIFE, COMPUTING ORIENTATION WEEK 2013!

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Are you unsure of any of the terms used in this manual? Check out the Linguistic Lesson section of the manual, or search for the term on Queens website or your favourite online search engine.

ORIENTATION Roundtable

Welcome

Dear Class of 2017,

On behalf of everyone who spent countless hours, days, and even nights working to put it all together for you welcome to Queens Orientation Week 2013! You are about to embark on a transformative journey. Your time at Queens University will surely be an experience that will not soon be forgotten. To help you make the transition from living at home and to orient you in your new social, cultural, and academic environment is a week-long event known as Orientation Week, with roots going back to the early 1900s! By choosing Queens you have chosen a school with countless traditions and a long history that is rich with student leadership, passion, and pride. In fact, the school that you are about to attend is 26 years older than Canada itself. Some of our traditions are quite well known, such as our school fight song, the Oil Thigh, or our athletics mascot, Boo Hoo the Bear. Others are more esoteric in nature, though ask anyone who has ever worn a Tam (another Queens tradition that is more than 85 years old) and they would be more than happy to share. Queens University has a plethora of opportunities to offer to those who choose to pursue them. Opportunities vary from the clubs on campus to our athletic teams. Of course, you didnt pick Queens solely based on its beautiful campus, outstanding athletic teams, deep-rooted traditions, or the myriad of opportunities that present themselves, just waiting to be taken advantage of. Like all of your new peers, you saw Queens for what it is an academic institution of the highest calibre. Over your time here you will be exposed to some of the most brilliant minds in your field of study. Although Queens will certainly be the centre of your activities during your studies, I highly recommend that you get out and explore the beautiful City of Kingston. From the coffee shops to the Wolfe Island Ferry, to the farmers markets, there are countless adventures to be had. I sincerely hope that your time at Queens is both enjoyable and educational, and that your experience with Orientation Week is a positive one. On one final note, I would like to remind you that you are now a part of a vast community of over 30,000 staff and students, and no matter what troubles you will find yourself facing, you will never be alone. If you have any questions, concerns, or if youre unsure of where youre supposed to be during the week, visit the Nerve Centre, located in the lower John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC). The Orientation Roundtable is also here to help you. A committee that oversees all of Orientation Week, we work with Orientation committees, Faculty, and the University to ensure that Orientation runs smoothly, safely and responsibly. Throughout the week, youll see us out and about in our ORT swag. Dont hesitate to ask us any questions, or just drop by and say hello we would LOVE to meet you! Welcome to Queens, and welcome home. Cha Gheill! Jeffrey Ingold Systems and Support ortit@ams.queensu.ca

Samantha Soto Orientation Roundtable Coordinator ort@ams.queensu.ca Sarah Kucharczuk Kristina Ma Communications Director Concert Director ortcomm@ams.queensu.ca ortconcert@ams.queensu.ca

Elizabeth Prendergast Logistics Director ortlogistics@ams.queensu.ca

EXECUTIVE

Alma Mater Society

President & CEO Eril Berkok

Pictured Middle

ADVICE THEY WOULD LIKE TO SHARE

Represents the AMS & students externally Ultimately accountable for ensuring the fulfillment of the Societys mandate and mission Fiduciary responsibility to oversee the governance of the society and its $16 million of financial activity Oversees the Communications, Marketing and Information Technology Offices

I thought I would share with you a few quotes that really inspire me. The scarcest commodity in the world is not money or time, its guts. Vision without execution is hallucination. Dream big to move a mountain, you have to dream as big as one. Dont be afraid of failure, be afraid of not trying.

Vice-President (Operations) Nicola Plummer

Oversees day-to-day operational and financial matters of the Society Oversees the retail, hospitality, safety and media services of the AMS Oversees the Human Resources and all HR matters Administers and facilitates student Health & Dental plans + the Bus-It program

Pictured Left

If I could give you one piece of advice for your time here at Queens, it would be this: own your path. You can determine the path you want to take to happiness and success, however you define them. Dont ever feel that you have to settle for a situation you are not comfortable with, and keep expecting more from those around you!

Vice-President (University Affairs) Thomas Pritchard

Responsible for all Society matters of a political and/or educational nature Oversees all commissions Serves as one of two AMS reps to the Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance, which is a provincial lobbying group Helps craft and lobby policies on tuition, fees, grading, and most other academic and social issues on campus

Pictured Right

These will be the most amazing years of your life. They will be filled with challenges but just remember you are never alone here, never be afraid to ask for help. Most of all, take this experience and make it yours. This is your time to be everything you want to be!

Dear Incoming Queens Student,

Let me begin by congratulating you on selecting Queens and working so hard to prepare yourself for what are likely to be four of the most interesting years of your life. I am writing to you as your University Rector for the next year. Officially the third officer of the university, the Rector serves as a representative of all undergraduate and graduate students and is an advocate for you on the Board of Trustees as a full voting member. What significance might this have for you as a student? Well, the Rector is, an ombudsperson to assist you with navigating the universitys administration and process and more broadly with any issue you might have. I also often perform ceremonial functions on behalf of all students. I am a student just as you are, so please feel free to drop into my office in the University Centre (JDUC) or send a line to my email and connect with me. The Office of the Rector is an independent office and has no official affiliation with any student government at Queens, but is technically a university office. As a voice for students, there are many occasions where I am afforded the opportunity and privilege to speak on your behalf. This letter is one of those opportunities, but I wanted to experiment with it and actually allow some of the students to speak for themselves directly to you! I sent out a message on social media asking for advice that upper-year students would have liked to give themselves when they arrived at Queens. Here is some of what they sent back: Take advantage of the opportunities to change your identity and break out of old habits Never be afraid to say hi. The stranger next to you could one day turn into your best friend Put more gelatin in your hair during EngCuts...that spray paint will be there three years later if you dont!!! Oh, and welcome to the best place in the entire world Life begins at the end of your comfort zone Keep your door open! You will meet the most amazing people! Savour every moment, once it gets started it flies by Youre about to meet some truly incredible people Welcome to the best four years of your life Dont be afraid to be you. Get involved, explore, discover, and learn (from experiences, peers, professors, and yourself). Queens has a lot to offer apart from academics, so make sure to find a balance. Its okay to make new friends and spend some time with them, even though you have a test coming up. Its okay that you dont drink, your friends will respect your choices, not shun you. If they shun you, did you really want them as friends? I hope that you will enjoy your Orientation Week that has been planned by the several hundred upperyear students who are eagerly awaiting your arrival. See you when you get here. Princeps Servusque Es, Nicholas Francis

Dear Members of the Class of 2017,

I hope and expect you will find the next four or more years at Queens and in Kingston some of the most rewarding and memorable of your life; were delighted to have you with us. Over these next few weeks, you will experience a significant adjustment to this new environment, new people, and new opportunities, as will everyone around you. Transitioning to university isnt always easy though; along with adjusting to a new place, people and opportunity, you will find new expectations, and I want you to know there are lots of people and programs here to help you at any time. Feeling anxious or stressed is not uncommon - I can still recall as a frosh here in 1976 (!) being a bit overwhelmed. Our outstanding faculty and staff are here for you - we take pride in being a caring and close community, so please let us know how we can support you. To complement your academic life, I encourage you to participate in campus and Kingston communities in whatever ways might inspire and fulfill you. Extra-curricular activity, whether through volunteering in a local organization or participating in a club or on a team can enhance your perspectives, keep you balanced and support those around you, as well as demonste your spirit and initiative. Queens is a close-knit community, where respect for others beliefs, opinions and backgrounds are among our strongest values. I expect you will treat your campus peers and fellow Kingstonians with courtesy and respect. I also ask that you make considered, well-informed choices, both in your studies, and in your actions as independent and accountable young citizens. Good judgment, especially when it comes to safety, goes hand-in-hand with the enrichment of new experiences. You are at the beginning of an important chapter in your life, and I wish you all the very best this year, and in those to follow. Cha Gheill!

Daniel R. Woolf
Principal and Vice-Chancellor

Welcome Class of 2017,

Welcome to Kingston! On behalf of Kingston City Council and our citizens, I offer you a sincere welcome as you adjust to your life in your new home city! You are entering, perhaps, the most memorable and exciting years of your life. You have chosen to educate yourself at one of the most highly-regarded educational insitutions in Canada, one that will shape your future, and provide you with new, interesting and challenging opportunities. As you immerse yourself in your studies, please ensure that you take some time to engage in the community around you. The City of Kingston needs a strong, consistent presence from its young people. Let your voice be heard on topics, issues and community projects that interest you. I am certain that you will find your life here in Kingston very rewarding. We are surrounded by a gorgeous, scenic waterfront, inviting national and World Heritage Sites, and a variety of sports and cultural venues filled with events for all ages and interests. I encourage you to discover some of the ways our city has continued to evolve. If you have any questions regarding any City service, please call 613-546-0000, or visit our website at www.cityofkingston.ca. All the information you need is at your fingertips. Best wishes to you during your studies at Queens University. Sincerely,

Mark Gerretsen
Mayor of Kingston

Image: Flickr (Benson Kua)

Senate Orientation Activities Review Board

Welcome to Queens Orientation Week 2013! Orientation is a great opportunity to learn about all of the resources, services, and extracurricular activities offered at Queens, and to meet new people. Your first week as a Queens student is organized with the aim of making you feel comfortable and settled at this university, and excited to be a part of the Queens community. The Senate Orientation Activities Review Board (SOARB) is a Queens Senate committee that helps to ensure that you feel safe and welcome during Orientation Week. SOARBs membership consists of students, faculty, staff, and alumni from the Queens community. The committee is responsible for setting general policies for Orientation, while the Orientation Roundtable (ORT) and Faculty Societies are responsible for executing these policies. We observe and review Orientation activities throughout the week, and then report our conclusions and any policy recommendations to Senate. If you have any concerns or comments about Orientation, you can reach us through the secretary of the committee, Joan Jones. Her office is located in the John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) room 135. She can also be reached by phone at 613-533-6745, or email: jj7@queensu.ca. Have a great week! Cha Gheill!

Goals of Orientation Week

The goals of Queens Orientation are: To make all new students feel welcome; To facilitate a smooth transition to university; To build a strong and inclusive community of students; To make new students comfortable in their academic, social, and environmental contexts; To provide a solid foundation for a successful university experience.

The broad approaches we take in order to achieve the goals are: Foster a climate that: o is positive, respectful, inclusive and discrimination-free o prepares students for academic and intellectual pursuits o promotes individual and community health, wellness and safety Familiarize students with: o personal support services and social opportunities o expectations for non-academic conduct o the academic culture, expectations and resources Facilitate: o the development of social networks and interpersonal relationships o student engagement with faculty members o student utilization of personal and academic resources In achieving these goals and taking these approaches, the utmost respect for the individual and the community will be shown.

First Year Students Bill Of Rights

As the Queens community welcomes its newest members, it is proud to be guided by the following principles: EQUALITY First-year students join the University community with all the rights of those already here. They should be given all the support and assistance which new members of the community require, but should never be treated as subordinates. They should be made to feel proud to be here not to feel that Frosh are inferior. FREEDOM OF CHOICE First-year students can and should be encouraged to participate in the events of Orientation Week. They should also always be free to choose when and how to join in, and to decline participation when they wish. RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY First-year students come from varied backgrounds and have highly varied interests and values. Differences in gender, race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, and religion should be treated with respect and sensitivity. The special needs of students with disabilities should also be respected. RESPECT FOR INDIVIDUALITY All first-year students are different, and they deserve to be treated as individuals. They should feel free to be different, and should not be expected to behave in a particular way to be accepted. PRIVACY Even when students live together, as in residence, they are entitled to their private space and time. They should not be disturbed when they have gone to their own room.

The University Code of Conduct

All students are required to adhere to the Universitys Code of Conduct. Initial responsibility for the enforcement of the Code rests with the Alma Mater Society (AMS) and the Society of Graduate and Professional Students (SGPS) on behalf of the Senate. In general terms, acceptable conduct does not infringe on the rights of other members of the University community and conforms to the regulations of the University and its subordinate jurisdictions and to the law of the land. Hence it must be emphasized that the Universitys system of nonacademic discipline should not be regarded as a substitute for the civil or criminal law but rather as a complementary system that may be derived naturally from our existence as a clearly distinguishable community of interests. The following conduct is unacceptable and constitutes an offence within the University community: a. A violation of published rules and regulations of the University or of any authorized rule-making body within the University. b. Failure to comply with the directions of officials acting within the scope of their authority, including, but not limited to, the Kingston Police, Queens Campus Security and the Queens Student Constables. c. Theft, perjury, vandalism, and willful or negligent damage to the property of Queens or of a member of the University community, of the AMS, SGPS, or of any other University organization. d. Assault of any nature; or discrimination or harassment, based, among other grounds, on race, religion, gender, handicap, ethnicity, national origin or sexual orientation. e. All forms of academic dishonesty such as plagiarism, cheating, furnishing false information to the University, forgery, misuse of university documents. f. A violation of the rights of any member of the University community. Note: Any reprisal, or expressed or implied threat of reprisal, for making and pursuing a complaint under any procedure authorized by the University is deemed to be an offence against the University Code of Conduct.

Non-Academic Discipline
Active since 1898, the Non-Academic Discipline (NAD) system is a long standing tradition here at Queens University. Students can be subject to NAD if they violate the University Code of Conduct. NAD is complaint driven, peer-administered, non-adversarial, and based on restorative justice. The process begins when an individual (the complainant) makes a complaint about a Queens student (the respondent). The complaint, which must be based on a violation of the Code of Conduct, is submitted to the Commission of Internal Affairs and then passed to the Judicial Affairs Office (JAO). The JAO investigates the complaint and then proposes appropriate sanctions to restore damages done. The JAO then presents the complaint and investigation to the Judicial Committee (JComm), who deliberates to determine if the sanctions are appropriate and then makes a decision based on all relevant information. If the respondent chooses to appeal the JComm decision, the case is then brought before the University Senate Appeals Board for final ruling. To file a complaint please contact Kristen Olver at cia@ams.queensu.ca and for more information please contact Apollonia Karetos at judicialdirector@ams.queensu.ca

Are you celebrating Rosh Hashana?

On behalf of Queens Hillel, Chabad Kingston, Beth Israel, and Iyr Hamelech, we would like to extend a warm welcome to the Class of 2017. As many of you surely know, the High Holidays fall right in the middle of this years Orientation Week (Rosh Hashana -September 5th and 6th). For all of you worried about navigating the High Holidays in Kingston, we are pleased to inform you that the Kingston Jewish Community has you covered. While all of the details havent been ironed out yet, there will be dinners and services hosted for those celebrating Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. You can receive all of your High Holiday information on the Queens Hillel Facebook page or on our website at queenshillel.com. To find out more about any of the Jewish organizations above, check out the links tab on our website. - Your 2013-14 Queens Hillel Co-Presidents

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AMS OPPORTUNITIES
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Campus Activities Commission

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

The Campus Activities Commission (CAC) is a vibrant, energetic and engaging commission that strives to enhance your Queens experience through extracurricular activities! We run numerous conferences, events, competitions, and more each year that make student life unique and memorable for undergraduate students. The CAC prioritizes and emphasizes accessibility and safety in the planning and execution of events, so that all of our events can be inclusive of all ages, faculties, and abilities. In addition to running these events, we act as a resource for other students looking to make events happen on campus so let us know if you have an idea! We also advocate for student-run activities at Queens, like Orientation Week. We work to keep these events entirely student run, which provides countless volunteer opportunities to undergraduate students.

The CAC hires several times throughout the year Check online or come into the AMS offices Get involved in event planning, or join as a participant!

OUTREACH COMMITTEES Arts on Campus Charitable Events CONFERENCE COMMITTEES Queens Model Court Queens Model Parliament Queens Model UN RECREATION COMMITTEES Capture the Faculty Catch Me If You Can University District Hockey League ORIENTATION COMMITTEES First Years Not In Residence (FYNIRS) New Exchange and Worldly Transfer Students (NEWTS) Orientation Roundtable (ORT)

@AMS_CAC Commissioner Gareth Savage

(613) 533-6000 ext. 74819
cac@ams.queensu.ca

There are endless ways to get involved. Send us an email or stop by the office to get involved!

Commission of the Environment and sustainability

As more students realize Sustainability will be an increasingly significant factor in the working world, the CES works to provide for students opportunities to integrate social, environmental and economic components of Sustainability into their university experience. The CES also Is a networking and resource hub of other Sustainability-oriented groups focuses on implementing Sustainability into the strategy and operations of the Corporate and Government branches of the AMS in ways that improve student experi@AMS_CES ence works collaboratively with community partners (e.g. SWITCH, Utilities Kingston, Student Car Share) Commissioner as well as with the University Administration. Colin Robinson Universities are places of innovation and progress. (613) 533-6000 ext. Thus, as the necessity of institutionalizing Sustain78259 ability continually increases, the CES works to help Queens adapt and better prepare students for the ces@ams.queensu.ca realities they will face in the working world!

Greenovations: Works in collaboration with Utilities Kingston to install high efficiency retrofit packages in student home and implementing sustainable energy management strategy, saving students money on utility bills and improving standards of living in the University district STRIVE: Students Taking Responsible Initiatives for a Viable Environment- focuses on generating awareness on campus for pertinent environment and sustainabilityrelated issues that affect students Youth Mentoring Youth: Takes Sustainability into Primary and Secondary school classrooms to engage younger students in environmental issues Service Bike and Board Shop: Located in the lower JDUC, the shop offers bike and skate/longboard repair, retail of refurbished bikes and boards, and serves as a community hub for active transportation.

visit www.myAMS.org for more info

Municipal Affairs Commission

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

The Municipal Affairs Commission has 3 important and overarching goals. We lobby the various levels of Government on municipal issues including property standards, waste removal and policing. Students participate in a variety of activities, including tutoring elementary school students, fund-raising, and providing house checks. The MAC helps prepare student for moving into housing and informing them once they are there. The MAC is your resource for everything from landlord-tenant issues, leases, and property standards to info about the City of Kingston. We are constantly looking for new ways to improve students quality of housing, town-gown relations, and our community as a whole.

Generations: This program pairs student volunteers with seniors in the community, and organizes several seniors events High School Liaison: Promoting unbiased university awareness and runs several events to encourage post-secondary ed. HY- School Projects and Endeavors: A tutoring program at Kingston high schools, Queens students tutor and edit papers for high school students

@AMS_MAC

Kaleidoscope: A buddy program that allows Queens students to spend an hour with an elementary Commissioner school buddy once a week

Mac@ams.queensu.ca ton on perty codes

Catherine Wright Student Property Assessment and Dwelling Educa(613) 533-6000 ext. tion (SPADE): This provides free home inspections to 75178 Queens students who are trained by the city of Kings-

United Way Committee: This committee fundraises to donate to the United Way of Kingston, with the vision of stronger community social services The Breakfast Club: A peer program where Queens students serve breakfast to underprivleged elementary youth and become mentors Housing Grievance Centre: Will provice information to students with questions or concerns on housing, including issues with landlords, property standards violations and clauses within a lease.

Commission of Internal Affairs

The mandate of the Commission of Internal Affairs is to support student initiatives, uphold order and justice, and promote student involvement in the democratic processes of student government. The CIA is responsible for all matters concerning AMS Assembly, AMS NonAcademic Discipline, the administration of AMS and Faculty Society elections and referenda, and the oversight and management of the roughly 200 AMS clubs and extracurricular organizations.
Clubs: The AMS has over 250 affiliated clubs. The CIA and our Clubs Manager can help you start a club, expand a club, apply for space on campus, or get funding! Non-Academic Discipline (NAD): The only university peer-administered judicial system in North America, rooted in restorative and natural justice. Our Judicial Affairs Director can help you understand the rules, procedures and appeal process. Come see us about questions or to get involved! AMS Assembly: This is the highest legislative body in student government at Queens. The CIA is charged with upholding Assembly internal policies. Contact us for more information on changing policy or putting forward a motion. Elections: Interested in the electoral process, or want to run for a position? Come talk to us!

@AMS_CIA Commissioner Kristen Olver

(613) 533-6000 ext. 74815
cia@ams.queensu.ca

visit www.myAMS.org for more info

Academic Affairs Commission

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Formed in 1991 when the Education Commission was formally split into the Social Issues Commission and the Academic Affairs Commission (AAC), The AAC is responsible for advocating on behalf of students and supporting students in all matters of an academic nature. The Academic Affairs Commissioner is one of the Societys two representatives to OUSA (Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance), bringing student concerns to the attention of the Ontario Government. Issues relating to tuition, grades, fees, university governance, and other educational issues are handled by the AAC.

Teaching Awards Committee This committee awards two faculty awards and two Teaching Assistant awards every year to student-nominated individuals Teaching Issues Committee This committee researches & develops policy regarding teaching and learning at Queens. Recent work includes co-ops and virtualization in education.

@AMS_AAC Commissioner Allison Williams

(613) 533-6000 ext. 74818

Student-Faculty Relations Committee This committee is responsible for promoting student-faculty interaction beyond the classroom, including socials and lectures

Academic Grievance Centre This is an academic service where students can go if they have questions or concerns about acadaac@ams.queensu.ca mics, including grades, professors, regualtions and discipline. Motivated about helping others? Come and volunteer in the AGC!

Social Issues Commission

The AMS Social Issues Commission, a part of the Education Commission until 1996, was created in 1969. Its initial purpose was to encourage and develop intellectual and cultural life on campus through educational programs and events. As the commission has evolved, it has become increasingly more focused on rousing discussion and generating policy on social issues. Presently, the SIC aims to speak to issues of equity while engaging with oppression at Queens. We seek to provide students with resources and education as well as offer an open, safe space for those who face oppression and their allies. The SIC focuses on strengthening students institutional lobbying power on issues of equity, as well as continuing to be a platform from which they can voice their opinions, both within the AMS itself but also to the University Administration. The SIC also acts as a harassment advisor.

SIC Committees
Committee Against Racial and Ethnic Discrimination (CARED) Students Against Poverty (SAP) Accessibility Queens (AQ) Project Outreach for Secondary School Education (POSSE)

@AMS_SIC Commissioner Michelle Williams

(613) 533-6000 ext. 74816
SIC@ams.queensu.ca

Religious Affairs Committee Education on Gender Issues Mental Health Awareness Committee (MHAC) Education on Queer Issues Project (EQuIP)

SIC Publications
Able CultureSHOCK! An Anti-racist review OutWrite: A Queer Review Queens Feminist Review HeadsUp!

OFFICES
IT Office
The Information Technology Office works to provide the IT Infrastructure on which the AMS depends. IT provides web app development, tech support, and more.

Marketing Office
The Marketing Office exists to facilitate communication between the AMS and its consituents. Its responsibilities range from market research, to advertising, to upholding visual identity standards. While the Marketing Office shares many responsibilities with the Communications Officer (often referred to together as MarComm), the Marketing Office is most readily understood as the look and feel of the AMS, producing much of its visual indentity. Furthermore, the AMS undertakes market research and initiatives to gauge student awareness and campaign effectiveness. The Marketing Officer is therefore an invaluable resource for clubs, services and commissions.

This year their services will include an audio-video rental service. Information Technology Manager: Sean Braley (613) 533-6000 ext. 32913 | itm@ams.queensu.ca

Communications Office
The Communications Office often regarded as one of the more behind the scenes offices within the AMS, plays a vital role in its day-to-day operations. Serving as the Public Relations channel for the AMS, the Comm Officer drafts press releases, facilitates interviews with local and national media, and supervises the AMS website content and social media channels. The Communications Office acts as a resource for all the government services, commissions, and all AMS affiliated clubs. The Comm Office is always exploring new and innovative ways to communicate with the student body, and is tasked with promoting recruitment, get out the vote campaigns, and other campus mobilization campaigns. Email us or drop by any time to get help with your promotions. Communications Officer: Sarah Kucharczuk (613) 533-6000 ext. 75850 comm@ams.queensu.ca

Marketing Officer: Ali Zahid (613) 533-6000 ext. 75126 marketing@ams.queensu.ca

The HR Officer is here to make sure that every experience with the AMS is rewarding, productive and welcoming. The HR Office acts as a resource to all areas of the AMS on any pers onnel related issues. These include recruitment, discipline, volunteer coordination and hiring. Have questions about an HR issues? The HR office has an open-door policy! Human Resources Officer: Theresa Hillis (613) 533-6000 ext. 32737 | hr@ams.queensu.ca

Human Resources Office

Student Life Centre

The SLC is comprised of 4 student-managed buildings, with over 10,500 sq m. of assignable space and facilities for student community governance and operations. Come see us in the JDUC reception area for booking event space!

Student Centre Officer: Annie Orvis (613) 533-6000 ext. 74847 sco@ams.queensu.ca Space Reservations: slc@ams.queensu.ca

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AMS HOSPITALITY & SAFETY SERVICES

Common Ground Coffeehouse The Common Ground is a student run coffeehouse found at the heart of the Queens Campus. We offer a large variety of espresso based drinks, iced drinks, bagels, delicious sandwiches, and local baked goods, and home made cream cheese. The Common Ground lounge is a great place to relax, study, or meet up with friends. At CoGro, we pride ourselves on having the most energetic and welcoming staff. We are located in the Queens Centre on the 2nd floor so come visit us for a delicious coffee or a tasty treat, and you will feel right at home. There are also jobs reserved in the fall for first year students to become a part of the team! Please direct any questions you may have to Camilla James, this years Head Manager, at commonground@ams.queensu.ca.

TAPS (The AMS Pub Services)

The AMS Pub Services (commonly known as TAPS) is the only all-student run bar in Canada, and operates the Queens Pub (QP) and Alfies Nightclub. The QP, located in the upper ceilidh of the JDUC, offers a great selection of food and beverages all year long, making it THE spot to be on campus any day of the week. Classic pub food, multiple flat screen TVs, friendly student staff, and a relaxed environment is just some of what the Pub has to offer. Have your lunch and dinner needs met all week long, open all-ages until 8pm and on Sundays until 10pm. Alfies has a long tradition of being one of the hottest and classiest clubs in Kingston open regularly Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays. Open on Mondays for The Lounge, featuring live music, tasty martinis & chill atmosphere. Wednesday Alfies is THE place to go for a wild time featuring unreal music and a good-looking crowd. Fridays at Alfies are always a treat, with a different theme every week; our regular rotation features our unique events such as Classic Rock, Hoe Down & Throw Back. Alfies is available for booking to all students for clubs, teams, or even birthdays. Join us at TAPS for great times on Queens campus! Call us (maybe?) at 613- 533-2740 or drop us a line at taps@ams.queensu.ca

WALKHOME
Walkhome is a student-run service that provides all members of the Queens Community with a safe and comfortable way to travel Kingston at night. A Walkhome team, consisting of a male and female staff member, will walk with you to your destination. Our staff do not wear uniforms so your walk will be anonymous and confidential. Our boundaries are north to York Street, south to Lake Ontario, east to Ontario Street and west to West Campus. Walkhome operates from dusk until 2am Sunday-Wednesday and 3am Thursday-Saturday. Whether you feel unsafe or just want company on your night walk please call 613-533-WALK or visit our Kiosk in the Lower JDUC.

Queens Student Constables

Founded in 1936, the Queens Student Constables is a peer to peer security service that embodies the unique idea of students being responsible for students. Our group of 80 Student Constables (more affectionately, StuCons) can be easily identified by our bright yellow shirts and jackets bearing our emblem. StuCons work to keep everyone safe by upholding the AMS and universitys rules and regulations at sanctioned events and venues. As students, StuCons understand that everyone wants to have a good time but need to do so in a safe environment. StuCons work at a variety of events ranging from on campus bars such as Alfies, Clark Hall Pub, and the Queens Pub (QP), sporting events, concerts, and formal events. Keep your eyes open for us during Orientation Week, were everywhere (and were here to help!). For more information, contact the Chief Constable, Amrit Athwal at qsc@ ams.queensu.ca.

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AMS RETAIL SERVICES

Publishing & Copy Centre (P&CC)

Located in the heart of the John Deutsch University Center in the Lower Ceilidh, lies a centre (nay, a service!) with the capacity to provide students with all of their printing solutions and more! The Publishing & Copy has a reputation for providing great customer service in a funky, friendly and fun-loving atmosphere. The P&CC offers a wide variety of products and services including black & white and colour printing (perfect for event posters, advertisements and resumes); scanning; faxing; business cards; booklet, brochure, and program printing; rave cards; binding (helpful for all those class lecture notes); poster printing and more! We also have a large number of CoursePacks that youll need for many of your courses! Stop by and ask about the exciting array of services that we provide, or check us out online find out more about how we can help you! Stop by during the school year Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am 7:00 pm, Friday from 8:00 am 5:00 pm, and on Saturday from 12:00 4:00 and ask about the exciting array of services that we provide. Yeah, we do that.

Tricolour Outlet

Tricolour Outlet is your one-stop shopping destination, equipping you with Queens clothing, merchandise, bus tickets, used books, school supplies, ISIC cards, and tickets to concerts and events. We operate the Tricolour Express, a bus service taking students from campus to Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal every weekend. Going international? We offer tickets to a shuttle running three times daily from campus to Torontos Pearson Airport. Stylish Queens cardigans, hoodies and rugby sweaters can be found in our store, helping you show off your Gael spirit. Tricolour Outlet is also a used bookstore; here you can buy or consign (sell) used books you dont want anymore. We help you save and make money through consignment! Come visit us on the second floor of the JDUC, where you can one-stop shop for clothing, books, events, busses and more. If you have questions, dont hesitate to email us at tricolour@ams.queensu.ca.

Student Maintenance and Resource Team

SMART is one of the newest services offered by the AMS. SMART is actively working to improve the quality of life for students and our neighbours in the University District. We perform: - Free-of-charge clean-up and beautification service in the University District - Contract work for landlords in the District. SMART can be contracted to regularly cut grass, rake leaves, and perform minor exterior property maintenance (repairs, painting, etc.) - Ad hoc yard clean up, available by phone or email SMARTs goal is to help foster better relations with the City of Kingston, provide a studentrun service that will benefit our peers, and give students a sense of pride in the University District.

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AMS MEDIA SERVICES

Yearbook and Design Services (YDS)

Yearbook and Design Services is composed of the Tricolour Yearbook, the Tricolour Agenda, and Tricolour Design. The Tricolour Yearbook helps students capture the memories of their time here at Queens. With its cutting edge landscape format, filled with hundreds of pages of beautiful photographs, the Tricolour Yearbook has earned its reputation as one of the best university yearbooks in Canada. Your first copy of the Tricolour will be published in September 2012 after a full year at Queens. The Tricolour Agenda is a great way to balance your academics with your social life in an easy to use, aesthetic format. Tricolour Design is the place to go for all your design needs offering great design by students, for students and at very reasonable rates. If you are interested in volunteering with YDS, look for fall hiring of volunteer photographers, designers, marketers and copywriters. YDS can be reached at yds@ams.queensu.ca or 533-6000 ext.32738

Queens Television
Queens TV is a student run video production service, and is the only campus TV show run by students for both the Queens University and Kingston community. Established in 1980, it is one of the oldest student television services in Canada. Queens TV has a wide variety of regular programming covering sports, campus news, arts and entertainment, humour and Kingston news. A new service we offer is online live streaming. In partnership with Queens Athletics and Recreation, we broadcast live Gaels games from the ARC. We operate from our office in the lower ceilidh of the John Deutsch University Center. Queens TV is an excellent opportunity to expand ones experience into the media services and online journalism, offering opportunities for students to gain experience in the areas of writing, reporting, cinematography, editing, directing, online broadcasting and more. Our in-house production service, Video Factory, produces videos and commercials for a variety of clients such as campus groups, clubs, and local business. Many students come in with little to no experience, and leave at the end of the season with a plethora of knowledge. Releasing content Monday through Friday online at www.QueensTV.ca, catch what is happening at Queens and in Kingston.

The Queens Journal

The Queens Journal is proud to be entering its 140th year of publication as one of Canadas oldest student newspapers. Many of our alumni now work at major publications across the country. With a staff of almost 30 students, we put out issues every Tuesday and Friday for most of the year. We can be found in print around campus, online at queensjournal.ca and on our mobile app for iOS and Android devices. The Journal strives to cover a broad range of topics relevant to the Queens and Kingston community. We welcome all writers and photographers as well as anyone whod like to submit a letter or opinion piece. Feel free to drop by the Journal House (at 190 University Ave.) to give us your feedback or to find out how you can get involved. Contact Alison and Janina at journal_editors@ams. queensu.ca or 613-533-2800 for more information.

CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY?
HERE ARE SOME GREAT CAMPUS GROUPS AND CHURCHES
THAT WOULD LOVE TO JOURNEY WITH YOU THIS YEAR

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A

CAMPUS GROUPS
ATHLETES IN ACTION
www.athletesinaction.com Facebook: Queens Athletes in Action Follow us on Twitter: @QueensAIA
As a student-led chapter of AIA at Queens, we seek to encourage and support varsity and recreational athletes through practical service and fan support. We are committed to using the language of sport to communicate the most powerful message of all: Gods passionate love for his children as communicated through his Son, Jesus Christ. Its a story thats changed our lives, given us purpose and hope, and we long to tell this good news to others.

NAVIGATORS

http://www.navigators.ca/Queens Facebook: The Navigators of Canada

The Navigators help Christian students grow in their faith and help them help others make sense of Jesus. We are inclined to action and mission knowing that in order to truly live out our faith our head, hands, and heart need to be totally involved. We study the Bible, we mentor and disciple students, we help people and serve them regardless of where they are coming from spiritually, culturally, etc. This is why we offer solid volunteering opportunities in Kingston and cross culturally like: Run and Read program for disadvantaged kids in Kingston 10 day Mission/developmental opportunity amongst an Afro-Ecuadorian community in a remote area of northern Ecuador

Contact: Kara Pogue - queens@athletesinaction.com

GENEVA HOUSE

182 Frontenac St http://geneva.queensu.ca Facebook: Queens Geneva Fellowship

Geneva House is a Christ centered home on campus that strives to be a loving community in which you can nurture your soul. We offer: Weekly studies for undergrads, grads, and faculty. A student leadership program which mentors students and helps them grow as followers of Jesus and leaders in his movement. A free communal meal (Soup Supper) every Wednesday. Wherever you are at in your spiritual journey we would love to enfold you and to walk with you this year.

Contact: Dan McIver - danm@navigators.ca Peter Sheahan - peters@navigators.ca

NEWMAN HOUSE

192 Frontenac St www.newmanhouse.ca Facebook: Queens Newman House

Newman House is the Catholic Chaplaincy at Queens University. We provide students with the opportunity to discover the abundant life centered on Jesus Christ. The Newman House community includes the Queens Chinese Catholic Community and Catholic Christian Outreach, a missionary organization devoted to evangelistic outreach and leadership development on campus. If you are looking to learn more about your Catholic identity, Newman House is the place for you. Drop by anytime: weekdays 9am 5pm.

Contact: Rev Steve Kooy - kooys@queensu.ca 613-331-5669

www.ivcf.ca Facebook: Inter-Varsity at Queens

INTER-VARSITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Were a community of people seeking to love Queens and transform the world by following Jesus. Sometimes that means hanging out at potlucks or parties, other times it's getting together to study scripture or serve our campus. But no matter what we're doing, we'd love to have you join us. Because if you come, you belong.

Contact: Dan Freeman - dan.freeman@cco.ca

PRAISE AND POWER

314 Johnson St Facebook: Praise & Power Kingston

Praise and power is a worship night hosted at Bethel Church at 8:30 on the first Sunday of every month. Its a student-led night of worship, reflection, community and drawing close to God. Everyone is welcome!

Contacts: Multi-Ethnic Ministry: Ashley Rodericks-Schulwach a.rschulwach@gmail.com International Student Ministry: Tom Pettigrew tpettigrew@ivcf.ca Korean Christian Fellowship: Ashley Chan achan@ivcf.ca

Contact: Elysha Roeper - 0ear1@queensu.ca

CHURCHES
314 Johnson Street www.bethelkingston.net Facebook: Bethel Church (Kingston) Twitter: @BethelKingston
Come join us at Bethel on Sunday mornings (9am or 11am) where we strive to be Responding to the Heart of God; Transforming the Heart of the City, the Nation and the World. We have an adopt-a-student program (for those of you from out of town) and many small groups (over 200 participants last year) during the course of the week for our diverse congregation.

BETHEL CHURCH

ST JAMES ANGLICAN CHURCH

10 Union St (Corner of Union and Barrie) www.stjameskingston.ca Facebook: St James Anglican Church
A friendly and lively intergenerational church, we take our presence on the Queen's campus seriously as we seek to follow Jesus with intellectual rigour, transformational relationships and deep joy. Join us Sunday mornings for worship and every Wednesday morning (during the academic year) at 7:30 am for a short communion service, a speaker from the campus community and a delicious breakfast (all before your 8:30 am class!)

Contact: Bethel Office bethel@kingston.net 613-542-2990

Contact: Rev Val Michaelson - vmichaelson@sympatico.ca 613-548-7254

FIRST CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

310 Kingscourt Ave www.firstcrckingston.ca
The mission of our church is to honour and glorify our Lord by leading people into a devoted relationship with Jesus Christ. Join us for our Sunday morning worship at 10:00 am. Tired of cafeteria food? We also offer a home cooked meal and social time for college and career students after our Sunday morning worship during the academic year. Rides available upon request.

ST MARKS LUTHERAN CHURCH

263 Victoria Street (corner of Victoria and Earl) www.stmarkslutherankingston.org Facebook: St Mark's Lutheran Church, Kingston ON
A fully welcoming church made up of people from a great diversity of backgrounds. Join us Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM for a blend of contemporary and traditional Lutheran liturgy. We endeavour to be your church home away from home. We host free monthly student lunches. We provide conversational adult education in a format appreciated by students. We provide spiritual care and conversation. Students often join the choir, or other groups. And we have been known to host a student coffee house or two. No matter who you are or what faith background you come from, you belong here.

Contact: Sarah Dulmage- sarah@firstcrckingston.ca

189 Colborne St www.nextchurch.com Facebook: nextchurchkingston

Next Church is a vibrant community in downtown Kingston. Our vision is to let everyone in on God's big secret Im changing everything and youre invited. Youre invited to be changed. Youre invited into a changed community. Youre invited to be part of changing the world. Come join us as we explore faith together, working out what it means to follow Jesus in the nitty gritty of everyday life, in social justice for the neighbourhood and the globe, and in arts and music. If you come you belong.

NEXT CHURCH

Contact: Rev. Steve Hoffard steve.hoffard@gmail.com 613-542-7134

ST MARYS CATHEDRAL (CATHOLIC)

279 Johnson Street www.stmaryscathedral.ca
Mass Schedule Weekends Saturday Vigil: 5:00pm Sunday: 8:00am, 10:30am & 7:30pm Weekdays Monday-Friday: 7:45am in St. James Chapel Monday-Friday: 12:10pmin the Cathedral The Rosary is prayed daily at 11:40am in the Cathedral.

Contact: infonextchurch@gmail.com

Non-denominational, Evangelical, On-Campus Church www.Openbiblefellowship.com Facebook: obfkingston

Open Bible Fellowship provides a weekly full worship service on campus as well as weekly bible studies and personal counselling. Our theme is taken from Psalm 96:8 "Give God the Glory that is due unto His name". As a non-denominational fellowship we seek to reach to all students, with a solid bible teaching format that lifts high the name of Jesus. Worship Services every Sunday 10:30 am in Kinesiology 101. On campus biblical counselling every Tuesday 5-7pm and Bible study every Tuesday 7-9 pm (Mackintosh-Corry Hall).

OPEN BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

Contact: 613.546.5521 or smarys@cogeco.net

THE MEETING HOUSE

www.themeetinghouse.com Facebook: The Meeting House

The Meeting House is a church for people who aren't into church. We meet on Sunday mornings and offer several Home Churches during the week. Our passion is following Jesus, sharing his radical message, inviting people into loving community, and helping those most in need.

Contact: Pastor Allan McQuarrie allan@openbiblefellowship.com

Contact: Bob or Anne Fisher 613-353-3054 or Jack Henderson 613-544-5258

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SOCIETY SERVICES

AMS Food Centre

The AMS Food Centre provides food items and other basic necessities to Queens students who are in financial need. The Food Centre is located in MacGillvary-Brown Hall, at the corner of Barrie and Earl. All clients are assured total confidentiality. The Food Centre is always accepting donations and new volunteers to help with the operation of the Food Centre such as advertising, food drives, and stocking shelves! More information can be found at MyAMS.org/FoodCentre or by contacting the director, Mark Tremblay, at foodcentre@ams.queensu.ca.

Peer Support Centre

The Peer Support Centre is comprised of a dedicated group of trained volunteers offering personal and social support to students at Queens University. The centre provides a safe, non-judgmental, and strictly confidential environment for students to speak with our empathetic volunteers, as well as resource guidance and support groups. No issue is too diverse or too small! The centre is open from 2 pm to 10 am, 7 days a week. We are located in room 34 in the JDUC, (facing the Publishing & Copy Centre, turn right and walk to the very end of the hallway). Feel free to drop in or contact us via phone or email! If you have any questions, contact the Director, Sebastian Gorlewski at peersupport@ams.queensu.ca. Website: www.amspeersupport.com Twitter: @amspeersupport Phone Number: (613) 533-6000, ext. 75111

Academic Grievance Centre The Academic Grievance Centre (AGC) is an anonymous services that assists students with any questions or concerns about academic grievances, discipline, or regulations. Our volunteers are extremely knowledgeable about academic policies at Queens and can be both a resource and support if you have an academic issue that you would like to discuss. Email us to set up an appointment or feel free to drop by our office in room 218 of the JDUC. Email: agc@ams.queensu.ca | Phone: (613) 533-6000, ext. 74818

Queens First Aid

Queens First Aid was formed in 1986 with the aim of providing efficient, professional and rapid pre-hospital care to the Queens community. QFA is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during the academic school year and provides confidential, professional First Aid Response. You can request QFA to attend a situation by calling the Campus Security Emergency Report Centre at (613) 533-6111, or by activating the closest Emergency Blue Light. QFA is also available to provide First Aid Coverage at your event. For more information, visit www.queensfirstaid.com or our Queens First Aid Facebook page.

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SOCIETY SERVICES
Tea Room The Tea Room is Queens first environmentally sustainable coffee shop and one of the chillest places on campus. We are a completely student-run business that enables you to do your part while keeping up with the rush of student life. If youre looking for a place to meet, eat, hang out, or study come check us out in Beamish Munro Hall (Division and Union) for some hot drinks and cool music. Website: www.tea-room.ca

Golden Words

Golden Words is Canadas only weekly humour newspaper, distributed free across Queens campus every Wednesday (or as it is properly called Wordsday). It is Queens primary source of humour and information, and quite often substitutes for morning lecture notes. Golden Words also sponsors several events, like our famous Science Fair, with all profits going to several worthy charities. And guess what? GW is just as much fun to put together as it is to read. Theres something for everyone, from writing humour to drawing cartoons, to layout and advertising. So on Sunday, when you have nothing else to do, drop by the EngSoc Lounge in Clark Hall and help out!

Telephone Aid Line Kingston (TALK) 544-1771 TALK is a crisis, distress, befriending and information line that is open from 7pm until 3am every night of the year. The telephone lines are staffed by well-trained, caring volunteers who are there to provide confidential, anonymous, and nonjudgmental listening. Dont hesitate to call if you need to talk. TALK is always looking for caring, non-judgmental and empathetic volunteers, if you would like to set up an interview call us at 531-8529. For more information visit us at www.telephoneaidlinekingston.ca

CFRC
CFRC is Queens campus and community radio station, broadcasting at 101.9FM, channel 282 on cable, and CFRC.ca online. 2012 marks CFRCs 90th anniversary, making the station the longest-running campus-based broadcaster in the world. CFRC is your gateway to diverse Kingston communities and to underground music from around town or across the globe. The station is home to a diverse array of music programs playing indie, electronica, hip-hop, jazz, metal, folk, blues, reggae, and much more. CFRC also airs a broad range of spoken word programming, from live broadcasts of Queens Gaels sports games, to comedy, poetry, social issues, alternative politics, cultural programming and local news. CFRC offers free broadcast and journalism training. Volunteering with CFRC is a great way to build new connections and transferable career skills. To get involved, contact cfrcprogram@ams.queensu.ca, call 613-533-2121, or drop by the station in Lower Carruthers Hall, weekdays between 10am and 5pm.

Athletics & Recreation

A healthy body supports a healthy mind - Over 81% of our student population is active in sports or recreational activities on campus. Join an intramural team, workout or participate in one of our many fitness and wellness offerings to keep in shape. If you are interested in competitive or high performance sport why not try out for one of our varsity sports? At Queens, students have a multitude of athletic activities to choose from and enjoy while taking a break from their studies. Intramurals - Over 6,500 students participate in 30 mens, womens and co-ed sports leagues a great way to stay in shape, enjoy your favourite sport and make new friends. Our annual intramural sport weekend (BEWIC Sports Days), is a one-of-a-kind event which attracts 32 teams and over 1,100 students to compete in a wide variety of sports. Fitness and Wellness Programs - Queens offers over 50 fitness classes per week, as well as energetic instructional programs such as yoga, pilates, salsa dancing, spin classes and swimming. Clubs - Participate in over 30 different recreation clubs ranging from archery and trampoline to squash and tennis, along with multiple disciplines of dancing, martial arts and gymnastics. Varsity Athletics - Fielding varsity clubs and teams from Basketball to Water Polo, Queens is a perennial contender for Ontario University Athletics (OUA) league championships. At Queens our student-athletes graduate with a valuable education as well as life long experience on the playing surface which help set them up for professional excellence. For more information visit www.gogaelsgo.com or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook. com/queensgaels, or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/queensgaels

Four Directions Aboriginal Students Centre

The Four Directions Aboriginal Students Centre seeks to enhance the development and well-being of the Queens University Aboriginal Community. Four Directions welcomes and encourages all students to develop an awareness and appreciation of the Aboriginal experience in Canada. In keeping with the teachings of the Four Directions, the Centre strives to support individual Aboriginal Students in balancing their academic, spiritual, physical, and emotional needs. Staff at Four Directions include the Director, Elders, Aboriginal Advisor, Recruitment/ Admissions Representative, Events Coordinator and Office Assistant. Some of the activities and services we provide are a computer lab, study lounge, resource library, counseling services, kitchen and laundry services, and the Queens Native Students Association (QNSA) office. The Four Directions Student Center is located at 146 Barrie Street just south of Union St. across from City Park. Information and answers to your questions about this event can be answered by e-mailing 4direct@queensu.ca.

Ban Righ Womens Centre The Centre is a meeting place and a resource that offers its services without charge or membership. No appointment is needed. Just drop in. The Centre has informed and helpful staff to assist women of all ages continue formal or informal education, especially those who are returning to study after a time away from formal education or starting university for the first time later in life. The Ban Righ Centre is uniquely geared to both the challenges and to the achievements of mature female students, undergraduate and graduate. The ambiance is welcoming and offers the opportunity to meet others with similar experiences and concerns and to become part of a smaller community within the larger community of Queens. Students find help with academic, financial, social or technical issues; share experiences, network with peers, give and receive support. The Centre offers academic support, social events, daily homemade soup, training (e.g. how to use a computer), and, most important, someone to talk to when you feel good and when you dont. We can help you apply for admission, explore your financial options, discover other helpful Queens and Community services and opportunities and become involved. Bursaries are available for academic, unbudgeted and emergency expenses. As well, the Ban Righ Centre presents a speakers program that is dedicated to open, free, informative and accessible continuing education for everyone women and men, Community and University. The schedule of speakers and a Centre Newsletter are available on our website (http://banrighcentre.queensu.ca) and by email. The centre includes a comfortable lounge for conversation and for making and meeting friends, quiet individual and group study rooms, places to rest before picking up kids at days end, a computer lab, a full kitchen (with tea, toast, coffee, soup or other fare); a lending library, photocopier, FAX, local phone and space to nurse and change a baby. Students, staff and benefactors form a learning community that respects differences, and encourages mutual support and equality. Ban Righ Centre Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday: 9 - 4:00pm Location: 32 Bader Lane between Stirling Hall and the Ban Righ Hall Residence

Career Services
Career Services is available to assist you with everything you need to know, and do, to make your next career move a success. We help you learn how to choose a program that leads to an interesting career, where to look for a summer job, how to navigate out of school and into the world of work. Our website has links to job postings and numerous tipsheets. At our centre you will find books to help you uncover your strengths, research and connect with employers, and tap into the hidden job market. Book an appointment with a Career Counsellor or attend one of our many workshops to learn what works (and what doesnt) with networking, rsums, cover letters and interviews. Watch for our Career and Education Fairs starting in the fall. Visit Career Services in Gordon Hall or on the web at http://careers.queensu.ca/

Chaplains Office
Queens has a University Chaplain, appointed by the University, as well as a number of Christian Chaplains who, with the University Chaplain, form the Queens Chaplaincy Team. There is also a Muslim Chaplain in one day a week, as well as contacts with most faith groups. These chaplains are here to help students in any way they can, from deeply spiritual or personal problems to the very practical aspects of living and adjusting to University life. Students should feel comfortable knowing the Chaplains offer students non-judgmental and confidential support. The Chaplains are committed to fostering a climate of respect for the variety of faith traditions at Queens.

The Interfaith Council

A council of people representing various faith traditions at Queens whose goal is to assist the University in promoting and enhancing the environment of religious tolerance, diversity and freedom of expression. Members of the Council represent faith traditions such as Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Aboriginal, Islam, Bahai and Buddhism and Wicca. To contact a member of the Interfaith Council, call 533-2186. Members of the Chaplaincy Team and Interfaith Council are very aware that a number of students find Orientation Week overwhelming and excessive. Students are encouraged to exercise their own judgment as to the extent to which they participate and are reminded that all activities are voluntary. We are available to talk with or assist any student with any problem which might occur during the week or the academic year. Students are encouraged to drop by the University Chaplains Office, room 142B in the JDUC anytime!

Human Rights Office

The Human Rights Office is an independent office, whose mandate is to provide advice, support and resources to any community member with concerns in the area of human rights. The Human Rights Office works with an advisory council to ensure that the communitys needs are being addressed adequately. The Office reports annually to the Queens community through an annual report to the Senate of the University. In addition to Human Rights advising and counselling, the Human Rights Office works on a number of projects, including The End to Hate Project, The Positive Space Program, The Stop It Program, as well as a number of publication initiatives on sexual harassment, healthy relationships, sexual and gender diversity, and discrimination. Visit the Human Rights Office on the web at www.queensu.ca/humanrights/

Campus Security

Campus Security is a service department with the main objective being to promote a safe and welcoming environment that recognizes and is respectful of the diverse nature of the Queens Community. The Campus Security staff is available 24/7, 365 days of the year. The following services are provided by Campus Security to enhance personal safety at Queens University. CAMPUS PATROL PROGRAM - Teams of uniformed security patrols walk the entire campus every night of the year, providing a visible deterrent to crime as well as a safe resource for staff, students and visitors who require assistance. The patrols act on the direction of the on-duty Security Supervisor who coordinates all responses to emergencies on campus. BLUE LIGHT PROGRAM - The phones are there for you to use anytime you feel unsafe, afraid or concerned. All the phones have a direct line to the Emergency Report Centre. Blue lights are an important safety feature for the university community. Any malicious or irresponsible behaviour in activating an emergency phone is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and may result in disciplinary action by the University. Any tampering, damage, or theft of an emergency phone or associated equipment is considered an offense under the Criminal Code of Canada. EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM - a public address system using a siren signal followed by voice instructions will alert the campus community to take shelter and if safe to do so, check one of the current Emergency Notification platforms (Queens Web site, University Status Line--613-5333333, Queens email account) for information & instructions. LONE WORKER PROGRAM - Students, Staff & Faculty who work/study alone outside of the regular working hours can call Campus Security and request to be checked on, either by phone or in person. ALERT-L LIST - The purpose of the Alert-L list is to provide students, staff and faculty with notices about serious incidents on or around the campus. To subscribe to the Alert-L list, click on the Alerts web link at Securitys main web page. RAD (RAPE AGGRESSION DEFENCE) - The Rape Aggression Defence Systems teaches women practical defensive techniques through basic information on personal safety, awareness, risk reduction and avoidance. PREPARE Training - PREPARE is a certification course offered by the Security department at no cost to University members. Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to: Recognize early warning signs of anger or hostility Effectively utilize personal space, body language and paraverbal communication to relive tension and defuse hostility. Employ verbal intervention strategies to de-escalate situations before they become more disruptive or potentially dangerous. Maintain an objective and professional attitude when responding to an agitated individual Invoke four priorities essential to your organizations Violence Response Procedures. Effectively debrief once Tension Reduction occurs Both the R.A.D. and PREPARE Training Programs are offered free to students and staff. To learn more about these and other services provided by Campus Security, please visit our web page at: www.queensu.ca/security

visit www.myAMS.org for more info

The Student Life Centre

The Student Life Centre (SLC) is home to the Student Governments (AMS & SGPS), faculty societies, student clubs and organizations; as well as a facilities office and retail services. It serves as a formal and informal, student-centered meeting place to foster communication among and between students, student clubs, faculty, staff and alumni. The Student Life Centre is made up of four buildings on campus, including the JDUC, the Queens Centre, MacGillivray-Brown Hall and the Grey House. It is a positive space overseen by the Alma Mater Society by students, for students. The JDUC is located on the corner of University Avenue and Union Street, across the street from Stauffer and Douglas Libraries. Look for the Welcome sign!

The Queens University International Centre (QUIC): Something For Everyone!

The Queens University International Centre is an international education support service for all students, faculty and staff at Queens. Through its activities the Centre promotes an internationally informed and cross-culturally aware university community. QUICs services and programs include: Orientation & information for international students settling into Queens & Canada Administration of the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) for students. (UHIP coverage is mandatory for international students and returning Canadians that dont have valid Canadian provincial/territorial health coverage.) Information sessions & advising for all students on study, work and travel abroad opportunities Volunteer opportunities and training to develop cross-cultural skills & international knowledge Social and cultural events such as potlucks, coffee houses, bus trips, and skating parties! Table tennis, full kitchen, comfortable lounge, computers and wireless internet access! Visit us at www.quic.queensu.ca or drop by the centre on the 1st floor of the John Deutsch University Centre building (JDUC) to see what QUIC can offer YOU.

The Positive Space Program The Positive Space Program brings visibility and support to lesbian, gay, bi, trans, and queer communities at Queens. Positive Space stickers posted at the entrance to work, living, or study areas encourage the Queens community to celebrate the gender and sexual diversity that exists on campus and to work to overcome subtle and overt forms of heterosexism, homophobia, and transphobia. This program is a reflection of Queens commitment to welcome and include all members of the community and to create a campus that is free of discrimination based on gender and sexual identity. More information can be obtained on their website, http://www.queensu.ca/ positivespace and questions can be directed to posspace@queensu.ca.

Health Counseling and Disability Services

Health Counselling and Disability Services (HCDS) offers a number of health, medical, nursing, and counselling services to all Queens students. HCDS is located in the LaSalle Building, 146 Stuart Street (across from Adelaide Hall). For complete and up to date information, visit the website at www.queensu.ca/hcds! Health Care Services We offer programs and services designed to promote wellness, prevent illness, and provide treatment in a manner sensitive to student needs. Family Physicians are available by appointment. You can see one of the physicians for anything you would go to your family doctor for. Please call (613) 533-2506 to make or cancel an appointment; bring both your health card and your student card on each visit. Urgent Care Clinic - For health concerns that need to be seen right away, students can drop in to the Urgent Care Clinic in the La Salle Building, where they will be seen by a physician on a first come, first served basis. Available in fall and winter semesters. Check www.queensu.ca/hcds/hs for clinic times. Nurse Visits You can make an appointment to see a nurse for allergy injections, immunizations, travel counselling, bloodwork (ordered by a physician) and more. Check www.queensu.ca/hcds/hs for a complete list. Call (613) 5332506 to make an appointment. The Health Educator co-ordinates and provides an extensive array of outreach programs and services, designed to promote wellness and educate students on such issues as stress management, healthy body image and alcohol use. Appointments available for help quitting smoking. For more information or to make an appointment, call (613) 533-6712. Psychiatric Services are provided on a referral basis. This means that new patients are first seen and assessed by a physician at the Health Service, or in the community, or by a counselor in the Counselling Service. For more information about psychiatric services please call (613) 533-2508. The Counseling Service provides: Personal Counselling - For a wide range of personal concerns. Learning Strategies Development Individual and group programs designed to enhance students ability to learn effectively. A Peer Mentor Program one-on-one assistance on university survival issues. Crisis Counsellors are available when the need for assistance is critical. A Cross-cultural counsellor is available to assist with issues involving cultural adjustment. For information about the Counselling Service or any of these programs, please call (613) 533-2506 or visit the website at www.queensu.ca/hcds (Dis)Ability Services The Disability Services Office (DSO) provides academic accommodation and other supports for students with disabilities. Students with documented learning disabilities, ADHD, physical or mobility disabilities, hearing or vision loss, chronic illness or mental health diagnoses can register and receive services from the DSO. Upon registration, students will meet privately with an advisor to develop an individualized accommodation plan, which may include classroom and/or exam accommodations, as well as referrals to services at Queens and in the community. Students registered with the DSO also have unlimited access to the Adaptive Technology Centre in Stauffer Library.

Queens Legal Aid Queens Legal Aid (QLA) offers free legal services to students with certain tenancy, criminal, civil, employment and government benefits problems. Law students provide these services under the supervision of staff lawyers. Initial appointments can be scheduled Monday through Thursday between 1:30pm and 3:30pm, or Wednesday 7:00pm to 9:00pm. QLA is located in Macdonald Hall, Room 406 and can be contacted at 533-2102. Alternatively, visit our website at http://law.queensu. ca/students/legalAid.html

Queens University Libraries We Get Top Marks!

Welcome to Queens. We look forward to meeting you at your library. Queens Library has the information resources you need to complete assignments, write research papers, find class readings and explore any subject. To learn about information resources at Queens Library, check out our website. We have a number of libraries on campus that serve specific disciplines:

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Government Documents Stauffer Library Engineering and Sciences Douglas Library Education Education Library (McArthur Hall - West Campus) Health Sciences Bracken Library (Botterell Hall) Law Lederman Library (Macdonald Hall) Special Collections and Music Douglas Library We offer expert research advice and information on how to begin an assignment, as well as tips, tricks and information on how to cut your search time in half. Need more help? Ask us or visit http://library.queensu.ca Queens Learning Commons We, the Queens Learning Commons (QLC), offer an inviting, collaborative learning space where students can pursue and share ideas. Together with our partners, we are centrally located in Stauffer Library as an enriched learning environment which provides a comprehensive, integrated set of academic support services and resources. We unite staff from several service units who assist students through individual consultation, workshops, peer mentoring, and collaboration; there is support for accessing and exploring digital resources and technology. For more information about the QLC, visit our website (http://www.queensu.ca/qlc), email qlc@queensu.ca, or drop by the information desk in Stauffer Library. Writing Centre The Writing Centre, located on the ground floor of Stauffer Library, offers one-on-one tutorials, workshops, and credit courses. Our mission is cross-disciplinary; students from all subject areas are welcome, at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Discuss your current writing assignments during free, one-hour tutorials with a professional tutor. For appointments and details of talks and workshops on writing your first essay, writing exams effectively etc., call 613-533-6315, email us at writing@queensu.ca, check our website at http://www.queensu.ca/writingcentre/, or just drop by. Learning Strategies Development The Learning Strategies Development Program supports academic success through enhancing the skills and self-confidence of both undergraduate and graduate students. Through workshops, individual sessions, and our peer mentor program, we teach strategies for organization and time management, reading, note making, exam preparation, memory, motivation, presentation skills and other key topics. For more information, check our web site at http://www.queensu.ca/learningstrategies or visit us in the Learning Commons Room 142 Stauffer Library.

Healthy Lifestyle Resources

To do well at University, you need to BE WELL, therefore we aim to help create campus environments that support student health, well-being, and personal and academic success. We provide health information for individuals, student organizations, classes, and departments through workshops, professional consultations, and peer health educator outreach events. Visit our website (www.bewell-dowell.org) for tons of great health & wellness information

Town-Gown Relations
Queens University recognizes that personal difficulties, including problems related to housing or community relations, may have serious effects on the academic performance, personal life, and health of a student, their friends, housemates, and/or family members. The Office of Town-Gown Relations can help navigate through problems in the Queens/Kingston equation while respecting confidentiality at all times. The relationship between Queens students (Gown) and their adopted city of Kingston (Town) is often under scrutiny by both Town and Gown and occasionally by local and national press. The office of Town-Gown Relations can educate you on your responsibilities, and advocate for your rights, as a student-resident of Kingston. For bylaw questions, assistance with rental situations or tips for making yourself truly at home in Kingston, Town-Gown Relations is your starting point. Town-Gown Relations | JDUC 135 613-533-6745 towngown@queensu.ca http://towngown.sa.queensu.ca

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Accessibility and Inclusivity Form

One of the goals of orientation is the creation of an inclusive and barrier free experience. Barriers to participation can include but are not limited to financial, disability, personal or cultural needs. The Orientation Roundtable is committed to inclusivity and accessibility, and has created the form below as an opportunity for incoming students to identify any concerns or barriers anticipated in regards to Orientation Week events. Please return this completed form with your regular faculty registration form. Alternatively, you may also contact the Orientation Roundtable Coordinator, Samantha Soto, at (613) 533-6000 ext. 74819 or via email at ort@ams.queensu.ca. All forms, calls and emails are strictly confidential unless otherwise requested. Accessibility and Inclusivity forms are detached and processed separately from your regular registration to ensure confidentiality. We look forward to seeing you in the fall! Samantha Soto Jeffrey Ingold Orientation Roundtable Coordinator Accessibility Director ort@ams.queensu.ca ortit@ams.queensu.ca ------------------------------------------------------------------------Accessibility and Inclusivity Form Please Detach and Include with your Regular Registration Form. If using online registration please submit via email. Name: ________________________ -or- Prefer not to disclose Faculty: _______________________ -or- Prefer not to disclose Please list and describe any concerns you may have with regards to participation with Orientation Week events (including but not limited to financial, disability, personal or cultural needs): _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Are there any steps the Orientation Roundtable can take to ensure a more inclusive and barrier free Orientation Week for you? _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Would you like to be contacted to discuss these concerns and/or steps? Yes No If yes, please include either your email or phone number: _________________________ Calls will be made between 9:00am and 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Disability Services Office at hcds.dso@queensu.ca or 613-533-6467.