Jumphost, Author at Alma Mater Society

The Face Behind the Chief Returning Officer

Written by Jumphost on February 24, 2015. Posted in My AMS, News, Student Life.

Interesting in applying for an AMS position for the 2015-2015 school year? This week we have profiled AMS Chief Returning Officer, Tyler Lively, for an insight on his job and experience thus far. Getting involved can give you invaluable experience that can be applied to future jobs and leave you with...

The Baders: A tale of two hearts

Written by Jumphost on February 16, 2015. Posted in My AMS, News, Student Life, Tricolour Spirit.

“Everything that has any connection with you, Alf, seems enchanted,” Isabel Overton remarked in one of her hundreds of love letters to beau Alfred Bader. A philanthropic and art collecting pair, the Baders are Queen’s most generous donors; having gifted the university with millions...

Make Your Homecoming Tradition

Written by Jumphost on February 10, 2015. Posted in My AMS, News, Student Life, Tricolour Spirit.

The ReUnion Street Festival was the epitome of what Homecoming is all about: spirit, community, and tricolour pride. Students and alumni were offered a venue to come together in celebration of their alma mater and Gaels of all ages attended the event to toast the place where it all began. At a meeting...

This one’s for the teachers

Written by Jumphost on January 28, 2015. Posted in My AMS, News.

This week we’re posting in honour of our great teachers. They engage us, they challenge us and they push us to extend our intellectual conclusions. We should feel inspired to take a minute and stop to really appreciate the academia that encapsulates our Queen’s experience. Check out below...

What is the Undergraduate Student Trustee?

Written by Jumphost on January 19, 2015. Posted in Community Issues, My AMS, News, Student Life.

Given the unique nature of this year’s AMS executive elections, there is an opportunity to focus on the other election going on right now – the one for your next Undergraduate Student Trustee. But what is this position? What do they do? Here are 11 things you may not know about the Undergraduate Student...

Shaping the future of the JDUC

Written by Jumphost on January 13, 2015. Posted in Kingston Living, My AMS, News, Student Life.

The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) has always been a communal space for students, offering a multitude of space to catch up with friends; study or read on the couches; attend club meetings or utilize one of the many student services housed in the building. You may have been hearing about a...

Breaking Down the AMS Executive Positions

Written by Jumphost on January 10, 2015. Posted in Community Issues, My AMS, News, Student Life.

With Winter elections coming up for the new AMS Executive, some of you might be wondering what responsibilities the election dictates and how much power really lies at the core of these decisions. This blog will give you a starting spot to envision your future executive in each of the three respective...

One Step of the Journey

Written by Jumphost on December 10, 2014. Posted in My AMS, News.

Are you spending more time sitting at a desk than snuggling up to your duvet? Living off any caffeine you can find, rather than savouring your favourite warm drink? Has your Netflix routine been replaced with online databases or textbooks? Well if this is the case, then you’ve found yourself...

Exam Resource: 1st Year Tips

Written by Jumphost on December 2, 2014. Posted in Academics, My AMS, News, Student Life.

This week we’ve got a special feature from one of the AMS First Year Interns! This post will offer some advice to our first year students. Beginning your first set of university exams can be an intimidating experience, so we thought we would give some advice to try and ease your stress. Below...

Finding the Positives of Cold Weather

Written by Jumphost on November 21, 2014. Posted in Kingston Living, My AMS, News, Student Life.

I think we all can agree that this onset of winter is far too early and bitter considering we’re only halfway through November! Who has time to dig out their winter wear when venturing into the Arctic tundra that is campus, with all the papers, projects, meetings and studying on the horizon?...

Nine New Clubs Worth Checking Out

Written by Jumphost on November 13, 2014. Posted in Community Issues, My AMS, News, Student Life.

Looking for new ways to get involved on campus and find your niche? Check out some of the AMS’ newest ratified clubs and see where you can volunteer in the Queen’s and Kingston Community! 1. Queen’s Helping Haiti Mission: On campus, the mandate of Queen’s Helping Haiti, is twofold....

Your Midterm Halloween Helper

Written by Jumphost on October 30, 2014. Posted in My AMS, News.

Has midterm season got you down leaving no time for you to get into the spirit of Halloween? Well rest assured we’ve got some resources below to help with your last minute costume efforts and transition you from a world of grades and stress to one of ghouls and spook! Combatting Costume Woes Audrey’s...

Active Learning Classrooms at Queen’s

Written by Jumphost on October 29, 2014. Posted in Academics.

It’s difficult, as a student, to conceive of a future for teaching and learning at Queen’s that we may not share in. We have thoughts about what we would like to change, perhaps. Concerns, and wishes, but these are rarely realized for us in the flurry of academics and student life. Those who work...

#ReUnionStreet

Written by Jumphost on October 15, 2014. Posted in My AMS, News, Student Life, Tricolour Spirit.

So you might have heard people talking about the ReUnion Street Festival around campus, but what is all the hype really about? Is it a closed off street party? Can underage students attend? Will alumni be there? What will it add to Homecoming? All of these questions and more will be answered below...

Got Grief?

Written by Jumphost on October 9, 2014. Posted in Academics, My AMS, News.

My Experience with the Academic Grievance Centre I found myself in the third week of classes wondering why I was being penalized with a fee on my student account that wasn’t my fault. Due to complications when receiving permission to take a course at another University I had to navigate a confusing...

Falling in Love With Fall at Queen’s

Written by Jumphost on September 24, 2014. Posted in My AMS, News.

With the bustle of Frosh week come and gone, it’s officially the end of summer. What better way to combat your end of summer blues than to take a couple minutes to anticipate some of the best things about Fall on campus? It’s only Week Three, so take some time to enjoy the little things...

New SOLUS Calendar Subscription

Written by Jumphost on September 11, 2014. Posted in Academics.

The AMS and Queen’s ITS have been working together to bring you a SOLUS calendar subscription service. This application will let you get your SOLUS calendar on your mobile phone (that supports ActiveSync), outlook calendar, etc. AMS IT Office and the Academic Affairs Commission have worked with...

12 Fun Things You Can Do With Student CarShare

Written by Jumphost on September 9, 2014. Posted in Kingston Living, My AMS, News.

Welcome back! Make sure to check out some of the fun activities in the surrounding Kingston area, and let Student CarShare help you get there. With car sharing, getting outside and exploring is easier than ever. Student Car Share is a car sharing service that enables students 18+ with a G2 license...

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