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@Queen's Alumni Newsletter

TOP STORIES AT QUEEN'S

Canada, will you accept this rose?

Brad SmithCFL wide receiver Brad Smith, Artsci'07, has been named the first-ever Canadian bachelor on The Bachelor Canada, premiering this fall on Citytv. Read more

Computing lab joins world’s largest brain database

Drawing of a brainThe High Performance Computing Virtual Laboratory at Queen’s has been selected to help develop the world’s largest brain research databases. Read more

Bird droppings sheds light on species’ decline

An analysis of 50 years of bird feces inside a large decommissioned chimney on Queen’s campus provided evidence for reasons behind the decline of populations of insect-eating birds in North America. Read more

Co-tutelles on offer at Queen’s

The collaborative graduate experience known as a co-tutelle offers students the opportunity to study in two countries at two different universities under the guidance of two professors. Read more

Student lands highest honour for equity leadership

Erin SmithErin Smith’s efforts to support inclusive and equitable social environments for her peers have earned her the 2012 Agnes Benidickson Tricolour Award. Read more

International scholars coming
to campus

Thirteen scholars from countries including Mexico, Britain, America, and Israel will visit Queen’s this academic year with support from the Principal’s Development Fund. Read more

Walk-a-thon sets new fundraising record
Walk-a-thon handoutWalkhome raised over $2,000 for the Kingston Youth Arts Cooperative (KYAC) during its most recent walk-a-thon. Read more

Groundbreaking device improves laser accuracy in surgeries

A Queen’s physicist and a PhD student have developed a groundbreaking device that controls the depth of a laser cut, laying groundwork to provide pinpoint accuracy during surgeries. Read more
CAMPUS EVENT
Science Rendezvous
Kingston 2012

Saturday, May 12
10 am - 3 pm
Grant Hall
Admission is free

Learn about the excellent research in science and technology in Kingston.

There'll be a Chemistry magic show (11 am and 1 pm), snakes, turtles, glowing pickles, DNA extraction, cockroach nervous system, Science Fair award winners, solar observing, liquid nitrogen ice-cream making, walking on oobleck, and tons more! Learn more
QUAA NEWS

Branch Volunteers

Congratulations to our newly appointed branch volunteers:

Jeremy Mosher, Artsci’08
Branch President, Calgary

Sarah Tessier, Artsci’05
Branch President, London, UK

Tasha Holt, NSc’05
Branch Contact, Winnipeg

Chris Phillips, Artsci’90
Branch Contact, Scotland

If you would like to volunteer for any of our alumni branches, please contact branches@queensu.ca

Nominations are open for the 2012 Branch Event of the Year Award

Submit a nomination for a branch event that exceeded all your expectations. The nomination deadline is Tuesday, May 15.
Save the date for the Alumni Volunteer Summit
Interested in getting involved as a volunteer? Join us October 12-13 on campus for the Alumni Volunteer Summit, presented by the Queen’s University Alumni Association. This event is a must-attend for anyone who volunteers for Queen’s in any capacity or wants to become more active in the Alumni Association.
YOUR ALUMNI NETWORK
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ALUMNI NEWS
Discussions begin on a new model for alumni reunions

Several months ago, Principal Daniel Woolf asked the Office of Advancement to work with the Queen’s University Alumni Association and the Rector to initiate dialogue with student leaders, campus departments, City partners and members of the extended Queen’s community toward identifying an alternative model for university sanctioned fall reunions. This work is underway. Learn more

Your questions or comments can be sent to AVPBrown@queensu.ca
ALUMNI EVENT SPOTLIGHT
Dean’s Reception with Consul General John Prato - May 14

John PratoJoin the Faculty of Arts & Science and the New York Branch for conversation and cocktails with guest speaker Consul General John F. Prato, MPA'89, MBA'91, and Alistair MacLean, MA'67, PhD'69, Dean, Faculty of Arts and Science at the Harvard Club of New York City.

Register online
Pad re Laverty & Jim Bennett Achievement Award Dinner - May 15
Bhavana Varma Daren Dougall
Join your fellow alumni and Kingstonians at Ban Righ Hall for the 2012 Kingston Branch Awards Dinner in honour of local heroes Queen’s alumnus Daren Dougall (Executive Director, Youth Diversion Program) and Bhavana Varma (President and CEO, United Way KFL&A).

For more information and to register for the dinner, please visit events.queensu.ca/kingstonawards or call Joan Fitzpatrick at 613-533-2060.
ALUMNI EVENTS
May 6 Portland Branch – BBQ with Queen’s Baja Team
May 9 Toronto Branch – Reception with Prof. Nick Bala
May 14 New York Branch – Arts & Science Reception
May 15 Kingston Branch - Padre Laverty & Jim Bennett Achievement Award Dinner
May 16 Calgary Branch – Grant Hall Society Reception
May 22 Kingston Branch – Cha Gheill Luncheon
May 25 Queen’s MiniU 2012
May 25 Queen’s Spring Reunion 2012
May 25 Queen’s Tricolour Guard Reunion 2012
May 30 Kingston Branch – Grant Hall Society Reception

Visit our online alumni calendar for more listings and information
QUEEN'S MINIU

Queen's MiniU

Registration closes May 15!

Explore innovative ideas with the best minds on campus, enjoy intimate learning experiences with like-minded learners, and create your own mini-university experience.

Just some of our exceptional presenters...

Sidneyeve Matrix Wayne Mabee Samantha King Niko Troje
Sidneyeve
Matrix
Warren
Mabee 		Samantha
King 		Niko
Troje 		David
Dodge

Be a Queen’s student again for an hour, a day, or a whole weekend.

For more information, visit our webpage or email miniu@queensu.ca or 1-800-267-7837 and chat with Melanie.
QUEEN'S REUNIONS

Spring Reunion More than 400 alumni and friends have already registered for Spring Reunion 2012, May 25 – 27.

The Spring Reunion Program Booklet is now available online. Check the program booklet or the Spring Reunion website for all the details of the weekend.

Weekend events include a Re-convocation ceremony, breakfast with the Dean of Arts and Science, lunch with the Dean of Engineering and Applied Science, campus tours, the Last Lecture on Earth with Chancellor David Dodge, a ceilidh in Alfie’s Pub, MiniU educational sessions, and the annual Tricolour Guard Dinner.

Register online to join in on the fun!
ALUMNI AFFINITY PARTNERS

PrivPlay
The Early “Birdie” Catches the Worm!

Golf Course at base of mountainsUntil May 11, 2012, buy a Privileged Play Premium golf membership for only $74 + HST and you’ll get an entry into PrivPlay’s Early Bird Offer Contest for a chance to win a set of Callaway RAZR X Black golf clubs ($1,700 value).

PrivPlay membership benefits for Queen’s alumni include 20% off regular green & cart fees during prime season at over 200 exceptional courses, a free round of golf (when playing with a full paying friend) and more!

Visit our website for more details or call 1-800-903-4268.

TD Insurance Meloche Monnex 9 tips to survive and thrive in this economy

If you’re like most Canadians, you’re likely still startled by the loud economic wake-up call. But it’s time to put fear and helplessness aside and buckle down. Check out these 9 expert tips and see why “boring is beautiful” at least when it comes to your money. Learn more

QUEEN'S ALUMNI TRAVEL
The 2013 tour roster is ready!

You’re sure to be tempted by intriguing new destinations – Southeast Asia, Namibia, Prague, and Central America – and favourites like the Amazon River, Ireland, Canada’s Northwest Passage, and Italy’s Amalfi Coast.
Bali Prague Ireland Amalfi Coast

Bali…

Prague…

Ireland…

Amalfi Coast…


Visit our website for details.

Queen’s alumni tours have an educational component that expands cultural horizons, fosters intellectual growth, and optimizes the personal enjoyment of our participants, the Tricolour Travellers.

Whatever your interest – history, languages, culture, art, architecture, wine, or cuisine – we are sure to have an itinerary that will appeal to you.

For more information, call Melanie at 1-800-267-7837 or email travel@queensu.ca
QUEEN'S MERCHANDISE
Students holding diploma framesDo you have a family member or friend graduating from Queen’s this spring? Help showcase their success with an official Queen’s University diploma frame.

Order online and quote Promotional Code GRAD55 on or before June 5, 2012 and receive 10% off the price of a frame AND free shipping anywhere in North America. Frame packages (diploma frame + grad photo frame) are discounted even further.

Proceeds from the sale of frames help support alumni initiatives across campus and around the world! Place your order today at displayitwithqueenspride.ca

Thank you to our 2012 Spring Reunion and Queen's MiniU sponsors:

TD Insurance Meloche Monnex

Manulife Financial

Queen's University MasterCard

Days Inn & Conference Centre Kingston

Holiday Inn Express

Radisson Kingston

Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront

Ambassador Conference Resort Kingston

Four Points by Sheraton Kingston

Kingston Chamber of Commerce Tourism Kingston
Faculty of Arts and Science Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science

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