February 21, 2018
First-Year Student eNewsletter
Important Dates & Deadlines
   
February 20 - February 23
Mid-term Reading Week
 
March 1  
Majors Night 
 
March 2
Last date to drop Winter Term and multi-term classes without academic penalty

March 30
Good Friday (classes will not be held)

April 12 - 27
Winter Term examinations 

Majors Night   
March 1, 2018 (Grant Hall) from 4-7 pm
 
What is Majors Night?
 
Choosing a major is one of the largest decisions students make in university. It's important to make an informed choice - but it doesn't have to stress you out. Majors Night was created to help you ask questions and learn about each Arts and Science program.  
 
What Can I Expect at Majors Night?
 
Members from each Departmental Student Council (DSC) will be available at individual booths to answer questions about their experiences with the programs offered by each department. You'll be able to compare the different programs you're considering and explore whether they fit your interests and future goals.
 
Advisors from Academic Advising, Career Services, and PASS will also be present to answer specific questions about choosing a program and where to find career resources at Queen's. 
 
Plan Selection from May 14 - 25

All students that have successfully completed 24 units or more must declare a Plan from May 14 - 25, 2018. In addition to attending Majors Night, you should check out the tips on the Plan Selection page of our website to help you prepare for choosing your major. Think about attending an upcoming program information session , watch our Plan Selection how-to guide below, and read through our other helpful information

 
Invitation to the Dean's Lunch on March 13 

March 13 from 12 pm - 1:30 pm
 
Dr. Barbara Crow, the Dean of Arts and Science, extends her invite to first-year students to have lunch with her and Bruce Griffiths, the Director of Student Services, on March 13 from 12 pm - 1:30 pm. They hope to hear about your experiences so far in the Faculty of Arts and Science at Queen's, as well as what you're planning to major in. There is no formal presentation required - just general discussion. Lunch will be provided. Note that registration for this event is on a first-come, first-served basis, but there will be other opportunities in future. 
SASS Reading Week Resources
  
Did you know that Student Academic Success Services (SASS) is open during reading week? Check out their latest newsletter f or helpful academic strategies and resources.

April 2018 Exam Schedule in SOLUS

The April 2018 exam schedule is now available in SOLUS. Follow the instructions on this web page of the Registrar's website to check your winter exam timetable.

Online Summer Courses

Thinking about taking an online course this summer to get ahead? Choose between a variety of cool courses like Anatomy of the Human Body or Public Relations. See the many other options available here

Summer course enrolment is currently open. Not sure how to enrol in an online course? In SOLUS, you will need to select "Distance Studies" from the CAREER drop-down in the course search screen so that you can see online course options. 

If an online course that you'd like to get into is full, you will have the option to add yourself to a waitlist. 
 
Queen's University International Centre (QUIC) Winter Events

Check out the upcoming events at QUIC such as "Writing Skills for International Students" on February 26, "Culture, Identity and Inclusion: Lunch and Learn" on March 6, the English Conversation Group that takes place every Thursday and many other events.  
To book an advising appointment, call us at 613-533-2470.

 
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