Jumphost, Author at Alma Mater Society

Mayor’s Innovation Challenge: Want a job? Read this blog!

Written by Jumphost on November 5, 2018. Posted in Blog Post, My AMS, News.

Calling all Queen’s students! Do you have an innovative idea to reduce carbon emissions? How about a way to make Kingston smarter and more livable? Now, how would you like to get paid to implement your idea? This year marks the second year of the Mayor’s Innovation Challenge, a unique pitch...

2018 Fall Referendum Results

Written by Jumphost on October 31, 2018. Posted in News.

Below are the results of the 2018 Fall Referendum held among AMS members (undergraduate, Medicine, and MBA students at Queen’s). AMS voter turnout was 23.2% Triennial Review “Do you agree to the continuation of the Queen’s Health Outreach fee of $3.75 (subject to individual opt-out) for the...

Written by Jumphost on October 17, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

The Municipal election will take place on next Monday, October 22nd. Municipal governments impact things such as student housing, noise by-laws, and job creation for students. Pursuant to the Municipal Elections Act, students are permitted to vote both in their home riding, and the riding in which...

Reflecting on Sustainability Week 2018

Written by Jumphost on October 4, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

From September 30th to October 4th Queen’s University Sustainability Office hosted Sustainability Week 2018 with efforts by the AMS Social Issues Commission. This week featured various events that engaged with students providing opportunities to learn about environmental issues impacting our campus,...

Updates from Your AMS Executive

Written by Jumphost on September 14, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

Welcome to the AMS Blog! Throughout the school year you’ll find a variety of blogs written by various AMS staff who are passionate about numerous issues and want to share their work with you! We hope that you have had a great first week of classes and that you enjoy this post which updates you on...

Director of Human Resources Hired

Written by Jumphost on August 1, 2018. Posted in News.

August 1st, 2018 KINGSTON, ON – Following the vacancy of the Director of Human Resources position, the AMS Executive has completed the hiring process to fill the position. The Executive is pleased to announce the new Director of Human Resources – Joe Palubiski (ArtSci 18’). “The hiring panel was...

Tips and Tricks For Getting Through This Exam Season

Written by Jumphost on April 6, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

It’s that time of year again, libraries are packed, to-do lists are long, and minds are filled with stress, its exam season! Whether you are a first-year rookie or a four year veteran, exam time is stressful for everyone. It’s important you study and work hard, but don’t forget to take care of yourself....

Written by Jumphost on March 28, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

Hop-to-it, It’s Easter long weekend y’all! A relaxing weekend awaits, but all we can think about is the tasty food we get to indulge in before exams start. Whether you’re staying in Kingston for the holidays, or going home to family/friends, here are some easy-peasy-lemon-squeezy recipes to make! BRUNCH: ~Buttermilk...

2018-2019 Government and Corporate Manager Hiring

Written by Jumphost on March 22, 2018. Posted in News.

March 22, 2018 KINGSTON, ON – Hiring of the 2018-2019 Government and Corporate management teams for the Alma Mater Society (AMS) has concluded. The Executive-elect (Miguel Martinez, Liam Tharp, and Munro Watters) are happy to announce the following hiring decisions: Secretariat: Bronwyn Woolhouse,...

2018 AMS Board of Directors Election

Written by Jumphost on March 19, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

March 19, 2018 KINGSTON ON – The Alma Mater Society (AMS) would like to congratulate the following students on their election to the AMS Board of Directors: Two-year term student director: Jordan Nensi, Comm ‘20 Leah Bourque, Sci ‘20 One-year term student director Evan Goldman, Comm ‘19 Julia...

Your Rights as a Renter, Ontario’s New Standardized Lease Explained

Written by Jumphost on March 2, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

All too often, issues associated with student housing are discussed in silos. The concerns that arise in one municipality are often not recognized as a part of a larger trend across Ontario. This can be attributed to the uniqueness of each individual community, and may be due to the fact that a solution...

2018 AMS Annual General Meeting

Written by Jumphost on February 16, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

February 16, 2018 KINGSTON, ON – The AMS Annual General Meeting is set to take place on March 5th, 2018. All members of the AMS (students who have paid their full slate of mandatory AMS student fees) are allowed to attend, and those who attend are afforded a vote and a voice. All members: May...

Where Will You Fall In Love This Valentine’s Day?

Written by Jumphost on February 14, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

Where Will You Fall In Love This Valentine’s Day? Shout out to all the single people on Valentine’s Day today! You will not mope, sulk or cry…but instead take our quiz to help determine where you will find the one! No need to thank us We’re just here to act as Queen’s cupid!...

Results of 2018 Special Referendum on JDUC Redevelopment

Written by Jumphost on February 13, 2018. Posted in News.

February 13, 2018 KINGSTON, ON – Below are the results of the 2018 Special Referendum on JDUC Redevelopment held among AMS members (undergraduate, Medicine, and MBA students at Queen’s). AMS voter turnout was 20.8% Establishing a JDUC Redevelopment Fee “Do you agree to the establishment...

AMS senior management hired

Written by Jumphost on February 12, 2018. Posted in News.

February 12, 2018 KINGSTON, ON – Miguel Martinez, Liam Tharp, and Munro Watters have completed their hiring for 2018-2019 AMS senior management. Over the weekend, Team MLM reviewed 34 applications with two rounds of interviews. The Executive-Elect is excited to announce the following decisions: Commissioner...

Updated: 2018 AMS Executive Appointment Result

Written by Jumphost on February 2, 2018. Posted in News.

Executive Appointment Results February 2, 2018 KINGSTON, ON – The AMS is pleased to announce the appointment of Miguel Martinez (ArtSci ‘19), Liam Tharp (Sci ‘19), and Munro Watters (ArtSci ’19) to the positions of President, Vice President (Operations) and Vice-President (University Affairs),...

#BellLetsTalk

Written by Jumphost on January 31, 2018. Posted in My AMS, News.

By: Sierra DiMarco, First year Brand Manager Intern Mental health awareness is an important topic on our campus. Starting the conversation on mental health is one of the core ways to end ignorance, and to promote education and awareness. This coming Wednesday January 31st is Bell Let’s Talk Day. The...

Announcement on Executive Appointment Process

Written by Jumphost on January 31, 2018. Posted in News.

January 31, 2018 KINGSTON, ON – Today, the AMS Secretary made the following statement: “In accordance with the ruling of the AMS Judicial Committee, President Jennifer Li called for a Special Assembly to appoint a qualified team to serve as AMS Executive for the 2018-19 academic year. Teams...

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