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Statement from the AMS Executive on Homecoming Video

Written by Jumphost on October 19, 2016. Posted in My AMS, News.

October 19, 2016 KINGSTON, ON – We recognize that many of you were likely affected by the video released on social media following Homecoming, titled “Drunk Times with College Students.” This weekend traditionally celebrates what and who makes Queen’s so special – this video did...

5 Small Changes to Make Your Lifestyle More Sustainable

Written by Jumphost on October 4, 2016. Posted in My AMS, News.

Beginning on October 2, Sustainability Week is hosting a variety of events that will address many elements of environmental sustainability including local food, transportation, climate change, energy, local diversity, waste, and more! In the spirit of Sustainability Week, here are the top 5 ways that...

ReUnion Street Festival: Keeping the Tradition Alive

Written by Jumphost on September 27, 2016. Posted in My AMS, News.

Though the new school year has just begun, the temperature is already starting to drop and leaves are already starting to change. This can only mean one thing… Queen’s Homecoming is just around the corner! Homecoming has been my favourite weekend at Queen’s for the past two years, and I am beyond...

Queen’s Pub and Underground to be Open for Homecoming and Frost Week

Written by Jumphost on September 20, 2016. Posted in My AMS, News.

Dear Students, Dave, Carolyn, and I want to apologize to all of you for the decision we made to close Queen’s Pub and The Underground for Homecoming and Frost Week. We were wrong, and we want you to know that we are reversing our decision. Over the past week, we have been in the difficult situation...

AMS Takes Strong Action in Response to TAPS Hazing Incident

Written by Jumphost on September 15, 2016. Posted in My AMS, News.

September 15, 2016 KINGSTON, ON – Yesterday, the AMS Board of Directors held a special meeting to approve steps to address the workplace culture of the AMS Pub Services. The Board struck a special committee to investigate the issue which will be chaired by Mike Blair, a former Board chair, and will...

6 Things I Learned in First Year

Written by Jumphost on August 23, 2016. Posted in Student Life.

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Student Wellness Services to Open Evening Clinic in September 2016

Written by Jumphost on April 29, 2016. Posted in News.

April 29, 2016 KINGSTON, ON – Today, Kanivanan Chinniah, Kyle Beaudry, and Sarah Letersky, the AMS Executive, issued the following statement: “We are happy to announce that we have achieved an agreement in principle to extend evening clinic hours at Student Wellness Services, starting September 2016. “Student...

Statement by the AMS Executive on the retirement of Greg McKellar

Written by Jumphost on April 27, 2016. Posted in News.

April 27, 2016 KINGSTON, ON – Today, Kanivanan Chinniah, the President, Kyle Beaudry, the Vice President (Operations), and Sarah Letersky, Vice President (University Affairs), issued the following statement: “Today, after almost three decades of service, it is with considerable regret that we announce...

Get to know our IT Support Officer Position

Written by Jumphost on April 26, 2016. Posted in Student Life.

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Statement from the AMS Executive on the Future of a Fall Break

Written by Jumphost on April 19, 2016. Posted in My AMS, News.

April 19, 2016 KINGSTON, ON – Today, Kanivanan Chinniah, President, and Sarah Letersky, Vice President (University Affairs) released the following statement in response to the motion voted upon at Senate regarding a fall break: “Over the past few weeks the University has been increasingly engaged...

AMS Board of Directors

Written by Jumphost on April 11, 2016. Posted in Student Life.

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Child Development Centre 20th Annual Run/Walk

Written by Jumphost on March 29, 2016. Posted in Kingston Living, Student Life.

The AMS Goes Federal for the Week

Written by Jumphost on March 23, 2016. Posted in Academics, Student Life.

AMS Engages Federal Government on Student Issues

Written by Jumphost on March 21, 2016. Posted in My AMS, News.

March 21, 2016 OTTAWA, ON—Today, Kanivanan Chinniah, AMS President, and Sarah Letersky, AMS Vice President (University Affairs) issued the following statement: “This week, with the support of AMS Assembly, we will be in Ottawa to meet with elected officials and policymakers to ask for improvements...

2016-2017 Board of Directors Election

Written by Jumphost on March 10, 2016. Posted in News.

March 10, 2016 KINGSTON, ON – Today, the Alma Mater Society (AMS) would like to congratulate the following people on their election to the AMS Board of Directors: Connor Bevans (1-year term) Ben Rudson (1-year term) Joe Fonseca (2-year term) Evan Trus (2-year term) “All candidates demonstrated considerable...

2016-2017 Government and Assistant Managers

Written by Jumphost on March 6, 2016. Posted in News.

March 6, 2016 KINGSTON, ON – Hiring for the 2016-2017 Government and Assistant Managers for the Alma Mater Society (AMS) has concluded. After receiving 81 applications, the Executive-elect, Tyler Lively, Dave Walker, and Carolyn Thompson are pleased to announce the following hiring decisions: Secretariat:...

2016-2017 Head Manager Hiring

Written by Jumphost on February 28, 2016. Posted in News.

February 28, 2016 KINGSTON, ON – Hiring for the 2016-2017 Head Managers of all AMS services has concluded. After receiving 21 Head Manager applications, the Alma Mater Society (AMS) is pleased to announce the following hiring decisions: Common Ground Coffeehouse: Kodie Rollan, ArtSci ‘16 Publishing...

AMS Welcomes Changes to Student Financial Aid in Ontario

Written by Jumphost on February 25, 2016. Posted in News.

February 25, 2016 KINGSTON, ON – Today, Kanivanan Chinniah, Kyle Beaudry, and Sarah Letersky, the AMS Executive, alongside Tyler Lively, David Walker, and Carolyn Thompson, the AMS Executive-elect, issued the following joint statement: “The AMS welcomes the changes to Ontario’s student financial aid...