January 9, 2025

Issue 21

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

We’re Hiring! Applications close tomorrow!

Would you make a great Don? Residence Program Assistant? or Front Desk Representative? Take the quiz and find out!

Applications close on Friday, January 10 at 11:59 pm!

Living in Residence next year

Queen’s offers limited residence spaces for upper-year undergraduate students.

If you’d like to stay in residence next year, applications open on January 15 at 11 am. 

The deadline is February 5 at 4 pm.

The Upper Year community for 2025-26 will be in Watts Hall, 2nd floor. Further details can be found on the Apply for Residence page.

Calling all artists!

We’re excited to announce an opportunity to showcase YOUR artwork in a one-night exhibit at the end of winter term! Whether you’re a painter, photographer, sculptor, weaver, or digital artist, this is your chance to share your creativity with the community.

Submission Details:

Who: All first-year students are welcome to submit

What: Original artwork (any medium)

Deadline: February 24, 2025

Submit your work and take part in an exciting celebration of student creativity. More details about the event will be released soon. For more information, contact us at rpa@queensu.ca

Residence Conduct Corner: Smoking and Vaping

Now that the temperatures are colder, you may feel more reluctant to go outside to smoke or vape. We want to remind you that Queen's is a no-smoking campus, both inside all of the buildings and on the campus grounds. Smoking cigarettes, cannabis, and vaping are prohibited in the Residence Contract (See clauses 4.10.4 and 4.10.6). Smoking indoors is a fire hazard and affects everyone's health and enjoyment of residence. Covering or tampering with your smoke detector is also prohibited under the contract (clause 4.10.15d).

If you are interested in quitting, we encourage you to make an appointment with SWS to get help and check out this online resource.

Reminder: Watts Mail Depot Operations

We’d like to share some important updates about Watts Mail Room operations to ensure a smooth and efficient parcel pick-up process:

Hours of Operation:

• Monday to Friday: 11 am – 7 pm

Parcel Processing Times:

• After your parcel is delivered to Watts (23 Albert St.), please allow up to 48 hours for processing by the front desk.
• Be sure to wait for a notification from the front desk before coming to pick it up.

Proper Addressing for Your Parcel:

To avoid delays, always use this format when addressing your mail:

[Your Full Name]

[Your Student Number]

Watts Hall

23 Lower Albert St.

Queen’s University

Kingston, ON K7L 3V1

Parcels with incorrect addresses may take longer to process or be returned to the sender.

Thank you for helping us keep operations running smoothly! If you have questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to front desk.

Events in Residence this week!

Manifest & Mingle: Make your own vision board! 

Thursday, January 9

6-8 PM

Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room 

Join us for an evening of creativity and connection to craft your personal vision board. Enjoy a fun, relaxed atmosphere with snacks, drinks, and positive energy, as we set intentions and manifest future goals with friends. Register or drop-in to this event. Register now

Karaoke Night

Friday, January 10

7–8 PM

Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room

Join us for biweekly karaoke, where you can sing your heart out, enjoy snacks, and connect with friends. This fun drop-in event is all about good music and good vibes!  Register now

Stellar Views: Queen’s Observatory Drop-In 

Tuesday, January 14

6 - 7:30 pm

Ellis Hall

Drop-in and check out the Queen’s Observatory and discover the beauty of the night sky through powerful telescopes with expert guidance. On the night of a full moon, this is a unique opportunity to explore stars, planets, and constellations up close.  

Increase Your Dining Hall Meals

Would you like more opportunities to eat in the dining halls this term? By topping up your Residence Meal Plan, you can turn your Weekly 19 into a Weekly 21 until the end of April. That's two more dining hall meals per week to help fuel your studies!

Apply this upgrade to your SOLUS account through the Student Residence & Dining portal, or visit the Hospitality Services office in Victoria Hall, room E022 to use your credit card.

Meet with the Registered Dietitian!

Looking for food options on the meal plan that align with your nutrition goals this year? Book a meeting with Theresa! Whether you have specific dietary needs or just want tips for healthier eating, Theresa is here to support students on the residence meal plan.

Sustainable Tip of the Week!

Look for the Coolfood Meals icon to select low-climate impact meals in the dining halls. These meals have been analyzed and verified by the World Resources Institute to have 38% lower carbon emissions than the average meal!

PEGaSUS Group for Survivors of Sexual Violence

This professionally facilitated group is a safe space for students who have experienced sexual violence. Through support and education, you will get an opportunity to gain skills and strengths that build resiliency and lead to a sense of self-empowerment—offered Tuesdays from 4 - 5:30 pm from January 28 to March 25 (excluding February 18). 

Email pegasus.group@queensu.ca to register.

Boost your academic English skills with SASS in partnership with QUIC

Whether it’s writing essays, giving presentations, or improving your vocabulary, SASS & QUIC have you covered with many programs and services! Explore a wide range of free resources designed to help you excel in your courses and build confidence in your communication.

Tips for managing Flu Season

Cold and Flu season is here. Most people can manage a cold, the flu or COVID-19 at home! Here are some tips for managing mild symptoms:

For mild symptoms:

• Get lots of rest
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Use over-the-counter pain and fever medications as needed (follow the directions on the package)
• For cough: try a teaspoon of honey
• For mild discomfort with breathing: keep the room cool, open the window, try relaxation exercises or try shifting your position

To prevent the spread of coughs, colds, flu and COVID-19, avoid going out while you are feeling sick and take extra precautions for 10 days.

Call your family doctor or reach out to SWS Medical Services if you:

• Are unsure about how to manage your other health problems, e.g. diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, while you are sick
• Think you are getting dehydrated, e.g., light-headed, dark-coloured urine
• Have had a fever for more than 5 days
• Are so tired it is hard to care for yourself
• Are short of breath doing your usual activities
• Feel worse after you were starting to feel better

Call 9-1-1 or go to the emergency department if you are:

• Severely short of breath (struggling for each breath, only able to speak single words)
• Having severe chest pain
• Feeling confused
• Losing consciousness

Find more information on staying healthy during flu season here