November 7, 2024

Issue 15

Stay up-to-date with all the latest happenings in residence and on campus.

Events in Residence this week!

🏳️‍🌈 Pride and Popcorn

November 8

6 – 9 pm

Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room

Join us to make your own popcorn seasoning and enjoy it while watching the "no-frills comedy" Bottoms (2023). Popcorn making starts at 6 pm and the movie starts at 7 pm. Snacks will be provided! Register or drop-in to this event. Register Now.

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🏳️‍🌈 Drag Bingo in collaboration with ResSoc

November 9

5 – 8 pm

Ellis Hall, room 333

Finish off Residence Wide Pride Week with a Drag Bingo Night full of fabulous performances and fun with friends! There will be prizes after each round of bingo and Drag performances by Rowena Whey between each round. Register or drop-in to this event on November 9 between 5-8 pm in Ellis 333 to join the fun! Register Now.

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Juice and Paint

Monday, November 11

7-8 pm

Kingston Hall, room 204

Join us for a fun drop-in event where you can connect with friends, paint or colour, and enjoy juice! All skill levels are welcome, and materials are provided. Register now.

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Board Game Night

Wednesday, November 13

6–8 pm

Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room

Hangout and play some of your favourite board games while enjoying a hot beverage. Register or drop-in to this event on November 13 from 6-8 pm in the Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room. Register now.

Conduct Corner: Blue Light Emergency Phones

Do you know why we have the blue light emergency phones on campus?

The Blue Light emergency phones were installed in 1990 after women on campus advocated for the need for greater security when walking at night. They are still an important part of Queen’s security system today.

All calls from Emergency Phones receive the highest priority response. All nearby Security staff are immediately dispatched to the scene and will search the surrounding area if no one is sighted when they arrive.

These phones are for emergencies only. When they are misused for pranks, it takes important resources away from real emergencies.

Healthy Eating Hacks Pop-up

Leonard dining hall

11:30 am – 1 pm

Get new ideas on healthy eating at Leonard Dining Hall on November 13. Stop by Theresa’s booth to learn some hacks designed to keep your body and mind running optimally! She will have some display plates and offer new ideas on how to mix and match meal components for a balanced diet.

Boost your Flex $ Balance

If you are running low on Flex $ this semester you can top up your account anytime through the Student Residence & Dining Portal.

You can use your Flex $ and TAMs at all Hospitality Services food locations, including national brands like Tim Horton’s, Starbucks, and Pita Pit. Shake up your dining this week and try a new location.

• Use a TAM at Zapies in the Queen’s Centre to combine your love of pizza with naan bread!
• Head to Wally’s in Botterell Hall and try a delicious lunch bowl. This location accepts meal swipes just like in the dining halls.
• Hit up Flip!t for a specialty burger or build-your-own salad with grilled protein, and make it a combo using your TAMs.

Sustainable Tip of the Week

Use a reusable travel mug to avoid the $0.35 single-use cost recovery cup fee on hot beverages and fountain drinks in retail locations.

Remembrance Day Service

Monday, November 11

10:50 – 11:30 am

Grant Hall

Doors open at 10:30 am, service to begin at 10:50 am, classes are cancelled on November 11 between 10:30 and 11:30 am

Queen’s has been holding a Remembrance Day ceremony in Grant Hall for many years to honour all from Queen’s who have served and those who are currently serving. The First and Second World Wars profoundly impacted Queen's, affecting both community and campus life. During WWI, many students, staff, faculty, and alumni enlisted, leading to a significant drop in enrolment. Queen's formed military units, such as Fifth Field Company Engineers and a total of 187 from Queen's lost their lives. In WWII, enlistment was lower, but 164 students and alumni died.

Learn more

Flu & Covid-19 vaccines are now available

Did you know Influenza typically lasts 7-10 days, and COVID-19 lasts even longer?! Save time by getting your flu and/or COVID-19 vaccines on campus this respiratory season. Getting these vaccines early will help you avoid falling behind in class and missing out on fun.

Book your appointment online and don’t forget to bring your student ID and health card.

Indigenous Perspectives on Health

Friday, November 8

1 – 4 pm

Gordon Hall, Room 302

Indigenous Research Collaboration Day is an annual event organized by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives and the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (SGSPA). This event highlights research conducted by Indigenous Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Fellows and research collaboration with Indigenous communities.

Register here!

More details: Indigenous Research Collaboration Day