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Patrick Deane officially installed as the principal and vice-chancellor of Queen’s

Written on November 15, 2019. Posted in News.

When Patrick Deane was officially installed as Principal and Vice-Chancellor through a special convocation on Tuesday, former Principal Daniel Woolf was also recognized with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree. Held at Grant Hall, the purpose of the ceremony was to officially bestow upon Deane the...

Principal’s Office release first draft of free speech policy

Written on November 23, 2018. Posted in News.

As promised, Principal Woolf’s first draft of the incoming free speech policy draws on existing University guidelines. The Principal’s Office released its first draft of the incoming Free Speech Policy on Nov. 14 to receive community feedback before the policy is finalized for the January deadline....

Patrick Deane named next principal

Written on November 6, 2018. Posted in News.

After a nine-month search, the University announced its appointment of McMaster President, Patrick Deane, as Queen’s next principal and vice-chancellor on Monday morning. Deane, who’s served as McMaster president since 2010, will assume his role at Queen’s on July 1, 2019. “When I think about Queen’s,...

Senate Recap: October 30

Written on November 2, 2018. Posted in News.

Principal’s report Principal Daniel Woolf began Tuesday’s Senate meeting commenting on Homecoming and the University District Safety Initiative. “With the help of more than 270 volunteers, our staff and the staff of the AMS did an excellent job,” he said. “Traffic was down a little bit from past...

Results Released from Senate Engagement Survey

Written on September 28, 2018. Posted in News.

In a recent Senate Engagement Survey, a majority of respondents said they’re unhappy with the lack of time allotted to prepare for the body’s meetings. Approximately 44 per cent of Senators completed the survey, with 40 per cent of the body recording a response for each question. The rate of response...

Search for new principal costing nearly $100,000

Written on September 7, 2018. Posted in News.

The search for Principal Daniel Woolf’s replacement is costing the University nearly $100,000, according to documents The Journal obtained through a freedom of information request. The University hired Perrett Laver—which specializes in higher education headhunting—on Feb. 16 for an 18-month contract...

Principal Woolf no longer seeking third term

Written on November 28, 2017. Posted in News.

Principal Daniel Woolf told the Joint Board/Senate Committee on Tuesday of his plans to withdraw from consideration for a third term as Principal of Queen’s University. “After considerable further reflection over the past several weeks, I have concluded that after having served for 10 years it...

Racism, Diversity and Inclusion final report brought to Senate

Written on April 18, 2017. Posted in News.

After 12 weeks of intensive consultations and drafting, the Principal’s Implementation Committee on Racism, Diversity and Inclusion (PICRDI) presented its final report to Principal Daniel Woolf on April 10, outlining a potential future for racial inclusion at Queen’s. The report is extensive, spanning...

Queen's researchers to receive $4.5 million from Ontario government

Written on March 17, 2017. Posted in News.

On March 14, Queen’s physicist Ryan Martin received $250,000 to establish a world class facility for his neutrino research — but in the speeches from administrators and dignitaries, his former PhD supervisor Arthur McDonald was referenced even more than he was. “I’m sure Dr. McDonald is very familiar...

Queen’s to help students and researchers affected by U.S. visa ban

Written on February 14, 2017. Posted in News.

Two weeks after a promise was made by Principal Daniel Woolf, Queen’s has released its list of tangible actions taken in response to the United States Executive Order signed on Jan. 27, barring citizens of seven Muslim-majority countries from the United States. On Jan. 31, Woolf announced that the...

Senate meeting discusses US immigration order, internal grants and senate-board communications

Written on February 3, 2017. Posted in News.

On Tuesday, the University Senate’s first meeting of 2017 began quietly. Following an action-focused statement from Principal Daniel Woolf, released earlier this week in response to the American executive order on immigration and terror attack in Quebec City, Woolf requested that senators join him...

Principal Woolf speaks out on US travel ban, welcoming affected academics to Queen’s

Written on February 3, 2017. Posted in News.

After Principal Daniel Woolf released a statement to the student body on Monday, regarding the University’s reaction to American President Donald Trump’s executive order to ban travel from seven Muslim-majority countries, Woolf talked about possible next steps with The Journal. Starting off, Woolf...

Vigil held in Market Square sends message: 'power to the peaceful'

Written on January 31, 2017. Posted in News.

By 7 p.m., approximately 300 attendees had gathered in front of Kingston City Hall with candles, tea-lights and placards in hand. At its peak, the number swelled to nearly 400, huddling together in temperatures dropping to -11 degree celcius to hear several speakers instill messages of hope and strength. The...

Bell renews mental health research funding

Written on January 27, 2017. Posted in News.

On Jan. 24, the atrium of the BioSciences Complex was abuzz. A live band played for numerous attendees dressed in white t-shirts and bright blue toques, there to witness a joint announcement between Queen’s University and Bell Let’s Talk. Queen’s researcher Heather Stuart, a professor of Community...

Memorandum approved, Kingston and Queen’s begin formal partnership

Written on January 27, 2017. Posted in News.

On Jan. 24, Kingston City Council unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to create a formal strategic partnership between Queen’s University and the City. This partnership would work collaboratively to transition Kingston into a “smart and livable 21st century city,” as described...

Winter break news roundup

Written on January 13, 2017. Posted in News.

While campus saw a mass exodus for winter break, the University, Kingston Police and national funding groups chugged along with new developments. Here’s what you missed while lighting the menorah, carving up a turkey, singing a carol or just taking a break from the books: Principal’s Implementation...

Board of Trustees addresses racism, strategic framework and student needs

Written on December 19, 2016. Posted in News.

On Friday, Dec. 2, the Board of Trustees commenced their quarterly meeting in Richardson Hall with an address from Principal Daniel Woolf on the issues of racism facing campus in recent weeks. Woolf directly addressed the off-campus party that took place on Nov. 22. Based on an investigation completed...

ITS Services warns of email phishing attempt

Written on December 1, 2016. Posted in News.

Last Thursday, ITS Services issued a warning regarding a phishing attempt on thousands of Queen’s email accounts. The email contains a link and claims to be sent from Principal Daniel Woolf. ITS Services has advised that anyone who has received the email should delete it immediately, and that anyone...

Senate votes to take immediate action

Written on December 1, 2016. Posted in News.

Tuesday’s meeting of the Queen’s Senate admitted 13 visitors — including student protestors with tape crossed over their mouths — and was prefaced with an email anticipating capacity issues in 202 Robert Sutherland Hall. An off-site room had been reserved, for the meeting to be live-streamed. Beginning...

Students protest admin response to campus party

Written on December 1, 2016. Posted in News.

As Senate members and visitors entered Robert Sutherland Hall for their monthly meeting on Nov. 29, they were welcomed at the front doors by a crowd of students holding signs that read “my culture is not a costume” and “institutional silence is violence” among others. On Nov. 28, Principal Daniel...

Principal Woolf issues statement about off-campus party

Written on November 28, 2016. Posted in News.

On Monday evening, Principal Daniel Woolf issued a public statement on his blog, concluding that — after an investigation by Provost Benoit-Antoine Bacon into the off-campus party that gained national attention last week for the controversial costumes that were worn — no formal punitive process will...

Vice Principal of Research to depart for Ryerson University by February 2017

Written on November 25, 2016. Posted in News.

On Nov. 23, Principal Daniel Woolf announced that Vice Principal (Research) Steven Liss will be stepping down as of February 28, 2017 in order to pursue a new job as the Vice President of Research and Innovation at Ryerson University. Principal Woolf congratulated Dr. Liss on his new position and...

SGPS to delay signing non-academic misconduct agreement in favour of conducting internal review

Written on October 18, 2016. Posted in News.

After the Board of Trustees approved the University’s revised Student Code of Conduct in May, the new non-academic misconduct (NAM) system required student governments to sign an agency agreement by student governments to execute their portion of the discipline system. The AMS signed the agreement...

Senate addresses a lack of staff, Aboriginal students, and science reviews

Written on October 4, 2016. Posted in News.

Senate kicked off their year of meetings on Sept 27. by reviewing highlights of the summer and putting forth focused plans for action in the 2016-17 academic year. A verbal update was provided regarding the Fall Term Break Task Force, which Principal Woolf called “an interesting ongoing item.” The...

Board of Trustees begins the year with messages from new Provost and student leaders

Written on October 4, 2016. Posted in News.

The first Board of Trustees meeting began on Sept. 30 with a moment of silence for Brady Faroldi and Donald Hargreaves, two members of the Queen’s community who passed away in recent months. After a moment to remember those who won’t be returning to campus, the Board turned to discussing matters...

Profs, not admin positions requested

Written on September 16, 2016. Posted in News.

Last Thursday, Principal Daniel Woolf announced the hiring of two vice-principals, one of which will take on a newly created position in Queen’s administration. After six years as the vice-principal (finance and administration), Caroline Davis has been appointed as the inaugural vice-principal (facilities,...

Queen’s to review its place in public policy landscape

Written on September 16, 2016. Posted in News.

In the world of public policy, Principal Daniel Woolf considers Queen’s a wheelhouse for graduates entering the public service. However, looking towards the future, he insists that the University must review their position in the field in order to continue. “While Queen’s is still highly regarded...

Postdocs make a plea for equity

Written on September 9, 2016. Posted in News.

At 10 a.m. on August 31, a box plastered with Queen’s campaign materials and containing scores of Mr. Noodles packages, were delivered to Principal Daniel Woolf’s office. Each package contained a message, personally addressed to Woolf himself. “Your luxury is our poverty,” one pack said. “It’s a...

September 25: Letter to the editor

Written on September 25, 2015. Posted in Opinions.

It should come as no surprise that I completely disagree with the Journal’s assessment of the email I sent to the student body on Sept. 10. The many supportive and appreciative comments I have received from students, community members and city partners in response to the email would suggest there...

Frown due to Homecoming shakedown

Written on November 28, 2013. Posted in Editorials.

The University’s plan to pay the City of Kingston $100,000 a year for the next three years in order to cover “policing costs” is a mistake. While the City and local residents have legitimate concerns about street parties, the payments set a bad precedent and were determined in an unfortunate political...

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