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Week of August 26 – Watch your queensu.ca email for your move-in instructions.
Complete Prior to Arriving –
Pre-Arrival Module
Before September 3 – Complete It Takes All of Us Module
August 30 & 31 – Move-In Weekend!
August 31 – The first installment of your residence fees are due.
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Move-In Weekend will be here soon! | |
We're eagerly counting down the days until we welcome you to Residence! To ensure a smooth and exciting start to your journey at Queen's, it's crucial to stay updated by regularly checking your Queen’s email,the Move-In page, and the Student Residence & Dining Portal.
In this week's issue of the student newsletter, we dive into key details you'll need to know—like Residence fees and the guest policy during move-in weekend and the early weeks of term. Plus, we’re introducing a host of supports and services available to help you settle in and thrive on campus. Get ready to start this exciting new chapter equipped with all the essential information!
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Did you miss the Move-In Webinar?
Watch the recording and learn more about the move-in process for residence this year.
In this video, we discuss getting to campus, key pick-up, what to bring, how move-in works, and other considerations for the big day.
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Get Residence Ready
There is so much to do and remember before you arrive on campus! Complete these checklist items before arriving on campus:
✓ Complete the Residence Pre-Arrival Module
✓ Complete the It Takes All of Us online learning program
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Move-In Time!
If you haven't yet selected your move-in time slot, this is what you need to do:
- Upload your photo on SOLUS for your student card (it may take 24-48 hours to process)
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Read and sign the residence contract on the Student Residence & Dining Portal
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Choose a move-in time slot, depending on availability. The majority of the time slots will be available on Saturday, August 31. There are 2-hour time slot options from 8am – 2pm. Limited spaces are available on Friday, August 30, after 5pm, for a pro-rated fee.
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Residence Fees
Your residence fees will be posted to SOLUS on August 26, 2024. For more information on how to pay your fees, please visit the Office of the University Registrar website.
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Guest Policy for the Start of Term
Guests are not permitted between August 30 – September 16, 2024, between 12 am and 8 am on a daily basis. The guest policy can be found in section 3.11 of the Residence Contract.
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Navigating First-Year Frenzy
Welcome to Navigating First Year Frenzy, where your academic survival kit includes more than just caffeine and ramen noodles! We’ll have snacks and activities/games weekly. Led by seasoned therapists, we’ll tackle the University chaos with laughter and a touch of sarcasm. We’ll guide you through stress reduction, adjusting to academic demands, navigating campus and adulting.
Thursdays Oct.3 — Nov. 28, 2024 (excluding Oct. 17)
2 pm – 3:30 pm
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Rent your Fridge and Order your Bed & Bath Linens
Rent your student residence fridge from Coldex! Coldex delivers and picks up your rental fridge. Prebook by August 20 and your Coldex fridge will be in your room before you move in. It's that easy! Note: Smith House, Brant House, and Endaayaan-Tkanónsote have in-room mini-fridges as a default amenity. Order a Rental Fridge
If you want to make your Move-In weekend a breeze, check out Campus Linens. They've got everything you need for a comfy stay, from bed linens to bath packages, and they'll deliver straight to your residence room! Just make sure to read their website carefully before ordering. Order Bed & Bath Linens
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Discover Dining at Queen's
Your Meal Plan grants access to four unique dining halls across campus, each offering a variety of food choices to accommodate all tastes and dietary needs. Explore what each location has to offer by clicking on the links below.
Jean Royce Dining Hall & Barista
Leonard Dining Hall
Ban Righ Dining Hall
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GOOD TO GO Initiative
You are automatically enrolled into the GOOD TO GO Reusable Container Initiative. When you check-in, you will receive a green carabiner clip in your move-in package. Bring your carabiner to a food counter at retail food locations on campus and participate in the sustainable swap and exchange of carabiners to save the $0.75 single-use fee on select take-out containers.
Learn More about this initiative and how we divert waste on campus.
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Do you have a food allergy or other dietary needs?
Complete the Food Allergy and Dietary Needs Form.
Book an appointment with Theresa Couto, our Registered Dietitian, to discuss food options on the meal plan to meet your dietary needs and how to make safe and informed dining choices.
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Get Connected Around Campus | Queen's University offers a wide variety of services to help you transition to university life. Here are a few to check out: | |
Student Academic Success Services (SASS)
SASS provides academic skills and writing support to Queen’s students at every level. They offer various services, including academic skills workshops and one-on-one academic advising to help you transition to university learning.
Learn more about events and services from SASS
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Four Directions Indigenous Student Centre
Four Directions Indigenous Student Centre seeks to enhance the development and well-being of the Queen's University Indigenous Community. The Centre strives to support individual Indigenous Students in balancing their academic, spiritual, physical, and emotional needs.
Learn more about the supports and services offered by Four Directions
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Faith and Spiritual Life Queen's
Faith and Spiritual Life offers multi-faith, non-judgmental support for religious, spiritual, personal, and financial problems, concerns or crises. Chaplains can also provide support, ceremonial services, interfaith community development and spiritual support to you.
Learn more about Faith and Spiritual Life at Queen's
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Pre-Arrival Checklist
General Reminders
- Regularly check Queen’s email for updates
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Review and complete all applicable Next Steps checklists on the Next Steps website
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