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Where Should You Be Studying This Exam SZN?

Written by Jumphost on November 7, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

by Danielle Barish, Deputy Brand Manager With a few months of classes under our belt, it is time for the one, the only… December Exams! It’s time to hit the (e)books and begin the study grind. There are many places to study on and off campus, but which one is the best? We have created a quiz...

2017 Fall Referendum Results

Written by Jumphost on November 1, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

November 1, 2017 Kingston ON – Below are the results of the 2017 AMS Fall Referendum. Voter turnout was 26.5%. Establishing Fees: Do you agree to the establishment of a $0.35 fee, subject to individual opt out, to support the Queen’s Space Conference? Yes – 69.0% (2876) No – 31.0% (1291) Triennial...

5 Reasons YOU Should Vote in the AMS Fall Referendum

Written by Jumphost on October 30, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

by Danielle Barish, Deputy Brand Manager Be part of the tradition The Alma Mater Society is Canada’s oldest student association. Like doing the oil thigh during homecoming or wearing a tam, participating in the AMS elections is part of the Queen’s experience. It’s an opportunity for students to...

My thoughts on another costume party

Written by Jumphost on October 27, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Last night, I was made aware that an event called “Beerfest” is being planned. This is an attempt to repeat the event that occurred in November 2016 in which students wore costumes that mocked and degraded cultures. I am extremely disappointed that the organizers—my peers—have not learned that it...

What you should be for Halloween this year based on your Faculty

Written by Jumphost on October 27, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

by Danielle Barish, Deputy Brand Manager Every year, the National Retail Federation releases a list of the year’s most popular costumes, and it’s expected that Halloween spending will reach a record $9.1 Billion according to their annual survey! At Queen’s, Halloweekend is a fun chance to be someone...

Five things not to miss this year at Homecoming this year

Written by Jumphost on October 13, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

by Danielle Barish, Deputy Brand Manager The leaves are beginning to change colour, the temperature is slowly dropping, midterms are just around the corner, and the smell of pumpkin spice everything is in the air. What could all of these signs point to? Homecoming 2017 of course! That’s right, it’s...

ReUnion Street Festival

Written by Jumphost on October 7, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

by Laura Chiu (Commerce ’19, ReUnion Street Festival Marketing Chair) Although the weather would seem to indicate that Summer is just getting into full swing, believe it or not, Fall is here – and that means that Homecoming is almost upon us! Four years ago, if you’d asked a given group of Queen’s...

Effective allyship is about prioritizing marginalized voices, not speaking over them

Written by Jumphost on October 5, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Dear Queen’s students, This morning, The Queen’s Journal published an article titled “ASUS petitions for Indigenous land recognition on Queen’s sign” featuring Laura Anderson, the ASUS Equity Commissioner. The article primarily centralized Anderson’s voice as an ally to Indigenous populations. It...

What I Wish I Knew Going Into First Year

Written by Jumphost on September 28, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

by Danielle Barish, Deputy Brand Manager First year was truly a one-of-a-kind experience. Growing up for the past 10 years at summer camp, I thought I would be fully equipped to handle anything University threw at me. I was used to living with a bunch of kids in small spaces, doing any means necessary...

Sexual Violence Prevention and Support Resources are Available

Written by Jumphost on September 1, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

September 1, 2017 KINGSTON, ON – In light of the recent media attention detailing sexual misconduct by a Queen’s student, we would like to draw everyone’s attention to the resources that exist on campus and in the broader Kingston community for those who have been affected or may need...

Appointment of Vice-President (Operations)

Written by Jumphost on August 28, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

August 28, 2017 KINGSTON, ON – Today, Chelsea Hollidge (Film and Political Studies ’17) was appointed AMS Vice-President (Operations) by AMS President Jennifer Li and AMS Vice-President (University Affairs) Palmer Lockridge. This appointment was made in accordance with AMS Constitution Part...

Students are leaders in sustainability

Written by Jumphost on August 22, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News, Student Life.

Hi everyone, I’m Palmer Lockridge, the Vice-President (University Affairs) for 2017-2018! I oversee and support the activities of the four AMS Commissions and the Clubs Office, which together make up the bulk of the “government-side” of the AMS. The hard-working student volunteers...

Learn more about the Marketing and Communications Office

Written by Jumphost on July 31, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Hi everyone, my name is Craig Draeger and I am the AMS Director of Communications for the 2017-2018 term! The purpose of my Office is to manage the two-way flow of information between the AMS and students, while also helping to build and foster our relationships with outside stakeholders. The core...

Learn more about the Academic Affairs Commission

Written by Jumphost on July 17, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Hi everyone, my name is Victoria Lewarne and I am the Commissioner of Academic Affairs for the 2017-18 term! The purpose of the Academic Affairs Commission (AAC) is to ensure the maintenance of the quality, and financial accessibility of a Queen’s education. Thus, it is my responsibility to advocate...

Learn about the Municipal Affairs Commission

Written by Jumphost on July 10, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Hi everyone! My name is Stefano Hollands, and I am the Commissioner of Municipal Affairs here at the AMS. It is my job to advocate for students’ interests to all external stakeholders in the City of Kingston, and to ensure that there are plentiful volunteer and work opportunities for students within...

Learn more about the Campus Activities Commission

Written by Jumphost on July 4, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

In the Campus Activities Commission, everyone works to organize a variety of student run events each year including conferences, live music, entertainment and recreation events, and assisting with Orientation Week. As the Commissioner, I am also here to act as an event planning resource if you or...

Learn about the Social Issues Commission

Written by Jumphost on June 26, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Hi everyone! My name is Ramna and I’m the Commissioner of Social Issues for the 2017-2018 year. It may already be two months into my term, but I’m still unbelievably excited for the year ahead. The Social Issues Commission (SIC) exists to actively challenge and eliminate all levels of oppression on...

AMS Emergency Assembly Cancelled

Written by Jumphost on April 4, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

By a consensus decision of new President’s Caucus, tonight’s planned emergency session of AMS Assembly has been cancelled. We would like to explain the reasons behind this decision, and the thorough discussion among student leaders that brought it about. First, we all recognize the offensive and hurtful...