Dear Queen’s Community,

Last week, the world watched in horror as Russia invaded Ukraine. Our institution, like many others, felt the effects immediately. Messages with lists of supports for those in distress were sent out by myself and others in the university. We continue to offer those supports, but as the crisis deepens it has become necessary also to declare publicly how profoundly repugnant the Russian invasion of Ukraine is to the values upon which institutions like our own are built.

Recently, Queen’s University joined the University Global Coalition (UGC), a platform of higher education institutions around the world committed to advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In signing the UGC’s six-principle declaration, Queen’s is strengthening the university’s global engagement and signifying the international alignment of the mission and vision of the new Queen’s Strategy.

Principal Patrick Deane hosted an online town hall for faculty and staff to discuss return to in-person classes and the effect of Covid-19 on current operations.

Recorded February 16, 2022.

Today, Patrick Deane, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Queen’s University, announced the formation of a task force that will see the university and local community partners work together to find new approaches to address large gatherings in the University District.

Dear Staff and Faculty,

Seeking to enhance climate and culture with a new initiative, the Office of the Principal and Vice-Chancellor has partnered with the student-led Queen’s University Advocacy Coalition to commission a new piece of art.

The deadline for nominations has been extended to Monday, Feb. 7.

Dear Students, Staff and Faculty,

During the academic year, students engage in research as part of their course curricula. In the summer months, however, free from the typical structure of university classes, a handful of ambitious students take it upon themselves to pursue independent research projects outside their typical area of study, providing them the opportunity to engage in discovery-based learning and develop critical thinking and research skills.