Student summer research opportunities open to undergraduates

The Vice-Principal (Research) portfolio is seeking applicants for the Undergraduate Student Summer Research Fellowships (USSRF) program. This annual summer program offers opportunities for students to engage with research-based learning and develop their research and presentation skills.

USSRF primarily focuses on the promotion of research in the field of social sciences, humanities, and/or creative arts. This year, the program is offering a minimum of 21 fellowships at a value of $6,000 each.

Andrew Winterborn

Dr. Andrew Winterborn

Andrew Winterborn

University Veterinarian/Director, Animal Care Services

DVM DACLAM

Vice-Principal Research

Animal Care Services

The Queen’s University veterinarian is Dr. Andrew Winterborn

While the health and care of animals at Queen's University is the responsibility of animal facility managers, they do so in consultation with the University Veterinarian. As the University Veterinarian of the University Animal Care Committee, Dr. Winterborn is also responsible for the direction of that care and use of animals at Queen's University. This includes monitoring animals and animal care facilities and providing veterinary services when necessary.

The University Veterinarian is always available for consultation and to advise investigators and instructors using animals in their work.

Betsy Donald

Betsy Donald

Betsy Donald

Associate Vice-Principal Research / Professor Geography and Planning

PhD

VPR Executive Team

Geography and Planning

For scheduling please contact Jezina Carreiro


On August 1, 2020, Dr. Betsy Donald joined the research portfolio for a three-year term as the Associate Vice-Principal Research. 

Dr. Donald, Department of Geography and Planning, teaches, does research, and consults in the field of economic geography with a particular focus on innovation and regional economic development, urban planning and governance, and sustainable food systems. She has held previous administrative positions as Associate Head in the Department of Geography and Planning, and most recently as Associate Dean (School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs).

As Associate Vice-Principal Research, Dr. Donald will contribute to the overall strategy and direction of the Research portfolio, working with the faculties, faculty members and the broader research community to enhance capacity for research and innovation across a wide variety of disciplines. In addition, she will serve as Queen’s SSHRC delegate, an important role in supporting Queen’s outstanding scholarship in the creative arts, humanities and social sciences.

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