January 17, 2020

Talking Heads: How are you staying cozy this winter?

“My apartment is really hot. I actually keep the windows open.” Kate Gaffney, ArtSci ‘20 “I spent my winter in China this Christmas. In Canada, I stay at home.” Feng Xue, ArtSci ‘22 “I wear fluffy slippers and Roots socks.” Alin Cheng, ArtSci ‘23

January 17, 2020

Social media threatens the art of doing nothing

Think about the last time you did nothing. I don’t mean scrolling through your phone mindlessly, or half-watching Netflix—I mean doing absolutely nothing. The odds are high that it’s been a while …

January 14, 2020

Letter to the Editor: January 14th

Dear Editors, As exam season approaches, tensions and emotions are high. Families are pressing their children to achieve their maximum potential. Hours on end, students will immerse their head in …

January 14, 2020

Queen’s Dons’ predicament provides a chance for practical education

As the Supreme Court of Canada recognized nearly three decades ago, in the seminal case of Machtinger v. HOJ Industries Ltd., “Individual employees, and in particular non-unionized employees, are o…

Students and administrators must do better on fall term break consultations

January 10, 2020

Everyone seems to have a different opinion on the fall term break’s effects on Orientation Week, student workload, mental health, and travel plans. In my view, the conversation surrounding the brea…

Talking Heads: What TV show did you binge over the break?

January 10, 2020

“Fleabag. It’s a really well-done dark comedy that deals with a lot of social issues.” Desmond Barton, ArtSci ’22 “I re-watched The Office because it’s my favourite TV show of all time.” Jacob M…

Talking Heads: Professors, what's your best exam advice?

November 29, 2019

“After 10 p.m., prioritize sleep over studying.” Rebecca Hall, Global Development Studies “Studying’s good.” Blair Robertson, Smith School of Business “Make summary pages of each course. Go thro…

It’s time to discuss menstruation on campus—period

November 29, 2019

I menstruate regularly for around five days each month, and I want you to be happy for me instead of grossed out. If you do think that’s gross, I challenge you to read this article in full. I want …

Talking Heads: What news is making you happy right now?

November 22, 2019

“Raptors are second in the East without Kawhi.” Diana Mirsu, ArtSci ’22 “Selena Gomez just got matching tattoos with Julia Michaels.” Julia Yu, Comm ’22 “A luxury brand (Prada) signed a sustain…

We need to analyze why Don Cherry wasn’t cancelled a long time ago

November 22, 2019

Anyone who’s had the displeasure of spending their Saturday nights from October to April watching the Toronto Maple Leafs lose on Hockey Night in Canada knows that if you can get through the first …

Talking Heads: What makes a lecture worth attending?

November 15, 2019

“Walking away with more knowledge than when you came in.” Jessica Grennan, ConEd ’21 “If you’re honestly interested in what the professor has to say, and the professor can keep people captivated….

Doubling down on a declining industry won’t help anyone, especially the planet

November 15, 2019

Despite Canada’s abundance of oil and gas reserves, transitioning our economy away from the industry is the only way to address the climate crisis. In 2018, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate C…

Talking Heads: What's your favourite TAM?

November 8, 2019

“Four-piece with fries, honey mustard sauce, and a Coke Zero. I’m close to Loco.” Callum MacDonald, CompSci ’23 “Lazy breakfast.” Ryan Simpson, Sci ’23 “CGC.” Sophie Campanella, ArtSci ’23

Climate action leaves behind the most vulnerable

November 8, 2019

At the intersection of race and poverty, you’ll find the marginalized communities who are affected most by the climate’s rapid changes. From last summer’s plastic straw debate to the recent federal…

Talking Heads: Would you rather be reading The Journal or Golden Words?

November 1, 2019

“Golden Words.” Ezra Goldberg, Sci ’21 “I don’t even know what Golden Words is.” Alissa Schwartz, ArtSci ’21 “The Journal, because Golden Words doesn’t frequently have my face on the back page….

Individuals can’t afford to carry the weight of the climate crisis alone

November 1, 2019

I was concerned when I read an opinion piece published earlier this month in The Queen’s Journal, entitled “Individuals have just as much responsibility as governments to address the climate crisis…

Students and faculty are responsible for addressing racism at Queen’s

October 29, 2019

Every year, the school is host to hateful acts that touch every person within our student body, especially the racialized students they target. Issues of race at Queen’s have always shadowed my ex…

Talking Heads: How are you getting over Hoco?

October 23, 2019

“By voting.” Auston Pierce, ArtSci ’20 “By being a heckin’ good boy.” Oscar, ArfSci ’20 “I didn’t even get into it.” Sydney Stanley, ArtSci ’21

Thinking about the planet can lead to profit and benefit our futures

October 23, 2019

Teaching both business and environmental studies offers a unique perspective on the intersections of business and sustainability. One thing has become clear from my experience doing exactly that: i…

An open letter to the writer of the racist and homophobic note

October 18, 2019

Last week, a racist and homophobic note was posted in Chown Hall residence. While there’s a need to address intolerance in the Queen’s community on a greater scale, I want to address the individual…

Talking Heads: What will Queen's look like in 2050?

October 18, 2019

“Hopefully unchanged, but with more buildings for more students.” Melissa Wong, Comm ’22 “Way more technologically forward. We may not even physically go to class anymore.” Sarah Lewis, ArtSci ‘2…

Individuals have just as much responsibility as governments to address the climate crisis

October 10, 2019

Over a week at the end of September, millions of people around the world—predominately young people—took to the streets to protest a lack of political and social action to mitigate the effects of o…

Talking Heads: What takes less time than voting?

October 10, 2019

“Getting ready today.” Camilo Sebastian & Marcus Davis, ArtSci ’22 “Brushing your teeth.” Thomas, Information Officer at Elections Canada “Getting coffee from The Brew.” Fred Hook, ArtSci ‘2…

Letter to the Editor: October 10th

October 10, 2019

Dear Editor, I am typically not one to discuss politics and I am not a card carrying member of any party, but I am motivated by the ongoing effects of climate change and young voters who demonstrat…

Why you should vote Conservative this federal election

October 8, 2019

Voting Conservative on Oct. 21 is necessary to ensure you’re represented by a government that’s both transparent and accountable. For the past four years, Canadians have had a Prime Minister that h…

Why you should vote Liberal this federal election

October 7, 2019

With the campaign slogan “Choose Forward”, it’s clear that, if re-elected, the Liberal Party will continue to champion a progressive agenda for Canada. Incumbent Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has …

Why you should vote NDP this federal election

October 7, 2019

The New Democratic Party presents a progressive vision for Canada in their electoral program “A New Deal for People”: a roadmap to climate action, reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, improved M…

Talking Heads: Why are you protesting at the climate strike?

October 4, 2019

“To stand in solidarity with everyone else protesting across the country.” Chonyi Iama, ArtSci ’22 “Despite all the science for it, no one is doing anything about climate change.” Courtney Newber…

Students and the University need to better protect Lake Ontario

October 4, 2019

Like it or not, you are Lake Ontario. Our bodies are about 60 per cent water, and the water we drink here in Kingston is from the lake—a lake that we often don’t do an adequate job of preserving. …

Queen’s new sexual violence policy deters survivors from coming forward

October 1, 2019

This article discusses sexual assault and may be triggering for some readers. The Journal uses “survivor” to refer to those who have experienced sexual assault. We acknowledge this term is not uni…