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The search for the next chancellor has begun, and all members of the #queensu community are encouraged to submit nominations by Dec. 4. Since the position was first filled in 1877, Queen’s chancellors have served as the ceremonial head of the university and one of the chief ambassadors for its values. Learn more: https://www.queensu.ca//nominations-now-open-next-queens-c

This week, #queensu Student Academic Success Services is hosting a series of events to help students study effectively and end the semester on a high note. Students can join remote study groups, connect with peer learning and writing assistants, and learn from Q&As with professors. Learn more: https://www.queensu.ca//st/supported-studying-end-semester

If you get sick, you need to self-isolate to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community. Please be careful and continue taking the necessary precautions.

The Office of the Vice-Provost (Teaching and Learning) is hosting a Student Town Hall on Remote Proctoring via Zoom on Nov. 26, 5:30-6:30 pm, to provide information and answer questions related to remote proctoring for tests and exams. Students can submit questions ahead of the meeting (https://fal.cn/3bJ7L) by the end of day on Tuesday Nov. 24. Questions can also be submitted through the chat function during the session.

In Under the Umbrella #queensu researcher Grace Adeniyi-Ogunyankin captures an aerial #photo of the Adelabu Market, inspiring us to think about the stories of the people under the umbrellas | #QueensuResearch | More https://bit.ly/376Cdc1

MPP David Piccini and Provost Mark Green today took part in an announcement of $4.3M in funding from the Ontario Government that will be used for facility upgrades at #queensu using sustainable technology, and other sustainable projects.

As part of the Declaration of Commitment to Address Systemic Racism, #queensu pledged to identify and eliminate barriers within policies, procedures, and practices related to the recruitment and admission of racialized students, and enhance efforts and initiatives to diversify the student population. This week, Queen’s marks a milestone in this ongoing effort with the announcement of new strategies designed to advance equity, diversity, inclusivity, and Indigenization (EDII) in undergraduate recruitment and admissions. https://fal.cn/3bn83

An important online panel discussion on mental health featuring Dr. Jane Philpott, Dr. Heather Stuart, Dr. Anne Duffy, and Dr. Brook Linden.

Queen’s encourages the members of its community to wear an orange shirt on Sept. 30 in recognition of the experiences of survivors from Canada’s residential school system:

#Queensu researcher Timothy Hanna led a study into how delays of cancer treatments due to #COVID19 affects cancer mortality rates, that was recently published in the British Medical Journal. https://fal.cn/3bzXr

Wondering how to share spaces with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19? Dr. Azim has some tips for you.

Treaties Recognition Week (Nov. 1-7) honours the importance of First Nations treaties, treaty rights and relationships in Ontario. Join #queensu in learning more through events, including a special lecture hosted by Queen's Faculty of Education featuring Alan Ojiig Corbiere, on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 5:15 pm. Visit the Office of Indigenous Initiatives website (https://fal.cn/3bmKt) to learn more about Indigenization at Queen’s. https://fal.cn/3bmKu

With the changing of the leaves, #queensu campus is displaying some beautiful fall colours. If you visit the university for a scenic outdoor walk please observe physical distancing requirements.

In line with the Queen’s National Scholar program’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the 2020-21 competition will expand the interdisciplinary field of Black Studies at #queensu. This announcement follows Principal and Vice-Chancellor Patrick Deane’s commitment to hire more faculty to support the new BA Minor/General in Black Studies, and aligns with actions pledged in the university’s Declaration of Commitment to Address Systemic Racism. Learn more: https://fal.cn/3bIhI

The #queensu Class of 2024 comes from 10 provinces and 2 territories in Canada, as well as 54 countries and 25 U.S. states. Learn more about the newest members of the tricolour community https://www.queensu.ca/gazet/stories/introducing-class-2024

We recognize it's a challenging time and socializing with friends is important. Dr. Azim has some tips on how to do it safely.

Congratulations to Queen's researcher John Smol who is being awarded the Massey Medal from the Royal Canadian Geographical Society for his work in the fields of biology and environmental science https://fal.cn/3bzgb

KFL&A Public Health has issued a statement regarding COVID-19 isolation requirements.

#queensu students are asked to use the Queen's Satellite COVID-19 Assessment Centre instead of Beechgrove. Find out more https://www.queensu.ca/studentwellness/sws-updates

Yesterday the Queen's Faculty of Health Sciences held a virtual event to announce a series of new initiatives to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in their faculty. They will be starting an action table, an EDI office, and an EDI fund. https://www.queensu.ca//promoting-equity-diversity-and-inc

#DeepLearning can mimic the workings of the human brain. #Queensu researchers Samuel Dahan and Xiaodan Zhu are applying #AI to solve practical legal problems that affect millions of Canadians | #QueensuResearch | https://bit.ly/2T1FFfu

During a time when the mental health of our community is the university's top priority, we are excited to announce that Thrive Week is going virtual this year from November 2nd - 6th. Check out Queen's University- HR & Recruitment for more information on events that promote positive mental health for students, staff and faculty.

Visit your local pharmacy for your flu shot. If you are a Queen's student home for Fall Break, consider getting your flu shot while you are at home.

When you wear a face covering, you're helping prevent the spread of COVID-19. https://fal.cn/3avgL

Is the stress of #COVID19 getting under your skin? According to #queensu researcher Kate Harkness, it might be your body’s biological reaction to stress causing your itching, pimples, and restless sleep | #QueensuResearch | https://bit.ly/3k3pVVo

Provost and Vice-Principal (Academic) Mark Green confirmed today that the majority of courses for the winter term at #queensu will continue to be offered remotely https://fal.cn/3atYb

In a new statement, #queensu Principal Patrick Deane says the university will take action to hold students who disregard #COVID19 public health directives and safety measures accountable. https://fal.cn/3amx4

Thank you for physical distancing. You are helping prevent the spread of COVID-19. https://fal.cn/3al53 #queensu #keepitsafe #YGK

These are tough times but the more careful we are now in following public health guidelines, the easier it will be to gather in the future. Thank you for doing your part to protect your loved ones and the community.

A satellite COVID-19 assessment centre has opened on campus this week to support #queensu students seeking testing, and to ease volumes at the Primary Assessment Centre in the Leon’s Centre https://fal.cn/3al0H

Only 9% of plastics are recycled in Canada #queensu researcher Myra Hird believes we can change this | #QueensuResearch | https://bit.ly/379tPbD

This week, Queen's staff and leadership have been going door-to-door distributing welcome kits full of important information related to COVID-19 to students in rented houses and apartments near the campus. https://www.queensu.ca//informing-and-welcoming-campus-stu

Parties are one of the easiest ways for COVID-19 to spread. Please stay safe and do your part to help keep our community healthy.

Being able to contact you is vital to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Make sure your information in SOLUS is accurate today. #queensu #ygk #keepitsafe https://fal.cn/3afmE

In updating HLTH 334 The Politics of Health and Illness, Samantha King (Kinesiology and Health Studies) saw an opportunity to provide students an up-to-date, constantly-evolving learning opportunity by taking a closer look at the wide-ranging affects of COVID-19 and to have them share finding their findings. https://fal.cn/3b831

Congratularions to the four #queensu researchers elected to The Royal Society of Canada (RSC) / La Société royale du Canada (SRC)for their outstanding research contributions to their fields! The RSC is Canada’s national academy recognizing scholarly and research excellence and one of the highest honours for academics https://bit.ly/3bFChj7

The Queen's Board of Trustees has approved the university's decision to remove the name "Sir John A. Macdonald" from the law school building. The action follows a public consultation in which over 3,000 members of the campus community shared their feedback. https://www.queensu.ca//queens-remove-sir-john-macdonald-n

Thank you for staying home this homecoming, and connecting virtually.