May 2021 Pulse Newsletter from Student Affairs
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To Queen’s Parents, Families and Supporters,
 
The academic year is over, but Student Affairs continues to offer programming and services to students all summer, including assistance with job searches, housing, and wellness. This month’s edition of The Pulse (see below) was emailed to all students today, as most start a well-earned break from studies. We hope this information will help you guide them to whatever connections or supports they may need over the next few months. As always, you can email parents@queensu.ca with any questions.

Undergrads, the term is over, but Student Affairs is here to help you all summer long. Congratulations on completing the year – we know it’s been a tough one! This month’s Pulse includes information and links to summer services and job search support!

It’s Our Community; Keep it Safe
Thank you for your continued compliance with all provincial and local restrictions.

Need support, but not sure who to contact? Email supportservices@queensu.ca to get started.

Dates & Deadlines
May 10 – Summer term courses begin
May 12 – See your winter term grades in SOLUS and on your transcript
May 14 – Last day to add May–June and May–July summer term courses
May 14 – Last day to drop* May–June summer courses without financial penalty
May 21 – Last day to drop* May–July summer courses without financial penalty
May 31 – Summer General Bursary application deadline

* If you are receiving OSAP or other government financial aid, email Student Awards at awards@queensu.ca before you drop, to check there’s no impact
Financial and Registrar Info
Need a Student Card or Sticker for Summer Term? 
  • New students: Your card will be mailed after you upload a photo. Learn more
  • Current students: Your sticker will be mailed to your primary address in SOLUS. More info

Have You Moved? Update Your Address and Contact info in SOLUS
Follow this video for easy step by step instructions.

Apply for Financial Aid
  • Apply for Summer Term OSAP funding
  • The OSAP application for the 2021-22 academic year will be available online in May
  • Learn more about all government assistance, Queen’s bursaries, scholarships, work programs and other financial aid options on the Student Awards website. We are here to help all summer!

Did You Apply to Graduate in Spring 2021? 
  • Check SOLUS to confirm your application has been approved. Click here, and review Step 4
  • While convocation is delayed, you will still graduate and receive your degree at the address listed in your SOLUS account!
  • Check our Spring Graduation celebration webpage for more info
  • QYourFutureCelebrate your accomplishments and get prepared for your next steps with our Top 10 Things to Do Before you Graduate

Student Affairs’ Peer Leadership, Brian Yealland Community Leadership and the Equity, Diversity, Inclusivity and Indigeneity Impact Awards celebrate the dynamic student leadership on and off campus.
Health & Wellness
Wellness Resources

Yellow House Community Care
Find resources that support well-being and provide opportunities for community and solidarity building for BIPoC communities.
Work, Learn, & Live
Summer Job Supports  
  • Check out Career Services’ summer jobs webpage for ideas and programs to support your summer job search. New jobs are being posted daily. Visit MyCareer 
  • Queen's Work Study program provides eligible students, demonstrating financial need, priority for certain part-time positions. The Summer 2021 Work Study program is now open!

Queens Undergraduate Internship Program
The QUIP team wishes the best of luck to all Queen's University students starting their internships in May!
  • If you're curious about internships, stop by QUIP drop-in advising Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 am to 12 pm (EDT) via the Events Calendar of MyCareer. Ask a QUIP Internships Coordinator all of your questions!
Take a new course on Well-Being and Mental Health
This summer, any undergraduate student can enrol in a new elective, for credit course – The Science of Well-Being, Mental Health and Resilience. 
  • Topics include: mental health problems and mental illness, the impact of sleep habits, and an introduction to effective coping strategies and healthy lifestyle choices
  • Developed as part of the Queen’s-based U-Flourish Research project!
  • Enrol before May 14

Summer Writing and Learning Support
Student Academic Success Services (SASS) is offering our regular one-on-one writing and academic skills appointments and delivering various workshops all summer! Visit our website to learn more.

Want Help Making Reading, Writing and Research Easier?
All students have free access to support software called Read & Write. It offers great features such as text-to-speech, proofing tools, study skills and more!
Off-Campus Living
  • Our Off-Campus Living Advisor is here to help you with your housing search, the Residential Tenancies Act, sublets, lease agreements, moving tips, and more.
  • Subscribe to our monthly off-campus living newsletter by emailing ocla@queensu.ca
Connect
Units across Student Affairs are offering online programming, student advising, events, and more throughout the summer. Check out their websites linked below!