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Learn about the Social Issues Commission

Written by Jumphost on June 26, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Hi everyone! My name is Ramna and I’m the Commissioner of Social Issues for the 2017-2018 year. It may already be two months into my term, but I’m still unbelievably excited for the year ahead. The Social Issues Commission (SIC) exists to actively challenge and eliminate all levels of oppression on...

AMS Emergency Assembly Cancelled

Written by Jumphost on April 4, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

By a consensus decision of new President’s Caucus, tonight’s planned emergency session of AMS Assembly has been cancelled. We would like to explain the reasons behind this decision, and the thorough discussion among student leaders that brought it about. First, we all recognize the offensive and hurtful...

Working Inside the Academic Affairs Commission

Written by Jumphost on March 21, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Ever wondered what it’s like to work within the AMS? Well I’m here to give you the inside scoop of both the Academic Affairs Commission and the Marketing and Communications office. Both are absolutely essential parts of the AMS as the AAC produces much of our academic policy and the Marketing and...

Inside the Campus Activities Commission

Written by Jumphost on March 9, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

The AMS prides itself in its volunteer activity that works to help make the Queen’s community feel like a home away from home. The Campus Activities Commission is a commission that is heavily volunteer-based. Without its volunteer reserve, the commission wouldn’t be as successful as it is in providing...

What the F*%k is the AMS

Written by Jumphost on March 1, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

By now you may have seen Facebook pages, booths, videos and pamphlets flying around campus with the start of 2017-2018 hiring season happening now. Yet the only question people seem to have is “what the F*%K is the AMS”? This post will hopefully inform and update you (the students) on who/what the...

Clubs Office: What have we been up to this year?

Written by Jumphost on February 15, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

If you are interested in any of these projects, we are now hiring for the 2017-2018 school year! All job descriptions are available at www.myams.org/apply . The clubs community at Queen’s has always played an integral role in enhancing student involvement while offering unique opportunities outside...

What’s Coming up in The Social Issues Commission?

Written by Jumphost on February 14, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Over the past two weeks, many of us have fallen victim to midterms and assignments that have resulted in long nights in Stauffer, multiple trips to Tim’s, and mounting stress. Although Reading Week will provide a much needed break for all of us, it is important to remember to take time out of your...

AMS Executive Team Hiring

Written by Jumphost on February 13, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

February 13th, 2017 KINGSTON ON – Jennifer Li, Brian MacKay and Palmer Lockridge have completed their hiring for the 2017-2018 AMS Executive Team. Over the weekend, team JBP reviewed 43 applications with two rounds of interviews. The Executive-Elect is excited to announce the following decisions: Commissioner...

Commissions: What Have We Been Up To This Year?

Written by Jumphost on February 13, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

All the commissions fall under the Vice President, University Affairs. Here is a summary of the projects that they have been working on! If you are interested in any of these projects, we are now hiring for the 2017-2018 school year! All job descriptions are available at www.myams.org/apply . Academic...

Directors: What have we been up to this year?

Written by Jumphost on February 9, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

There are 3 Directors that fall under the AMS Vice President of Operations – here is a brief summary of one or two projects they have been working on this year! If you are interested in any of these projects, we are now hiring for the 2017-2018 school year! All job descriptions are available at www.myams.org/apply ....

Introducing the First Annual University District Summit!

Written by Jumphost on February 7, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Are you a student who’s had ongoing grievances with landlords throughout your time at Queen’s? Do you want to see improvements for students within the University District? Looking to learn more about the District in general and the plans for the future? The University District Summit is in its first...

Offices: What Have We Been Up To This Year?

Written by Jumphost on February 6, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

There are 4 Offices that fall under the AMS President – here is a brief summary of one or two projects they have been working on this year! If you are interested in any of these projects, we are now hiring for the 2017-2018 school year! All job descriptions are available at www.myams.org/apply Advancement...

What’s Coming Up In The JDUC?

Written by Jumphost on February 2, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

This year we saw the completion of the skylight, new washrooms and the renovation of Wallace Hall. Whose idea was it to do those projects and who made the final decision? In 2014 the AMS hired architecture firm Shoalts and Zaback to produce options for JDUC renovations. Shoalts and Zaback came up...

2017 AMS Executive and Undergraduate Trustee Election

Written by Jumphost on January 31, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

January 31, 2017 KINGSTON ON – The Alma Mater Society (AMS) congratulates Jenn Li, Brian MacKay and Palmer Lockridge (Team JBP) on their election as the 2017-2018 AMS Executive and Victoria Chappell on her election as the Undergraduate Student Trustee. Team JBP received 52.61% (3492) of the vote and...

Winter 2017 Referendum Results

Written by Jumphost on January 31, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

January 31st, 2017 KINGSTON, ON – Below are the results of the 2017 Winter Referendum. Voter turnout was 45.7% Do you agree to the establishment of a $0.50 fee (subject to individual opt-out) to support Enactus Queen’s? Choice Votes Percentage Yes 4027 64.5 No 2220 ...

Fall Term Break – Tell Us What You Want!

Written by Jumphost on January 26, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Last year the University Senate decided that Queen’s University should implement a fall break. The Senate established the Fall Term Break Task Force to consult with students, faculty, and staff about the structure of the break. This fall, the Task Force released a survey to Queen’s students that received...

Strengthening Sustainability Throughout the AMS

Written by Jumphost on January 20, 2017. Posted in My AMS, News.

Throughout the fall semester we’ve been working on a plan to incorporate sustainability throughout the AMS, a plan that will strengthen sustainability across the organization. Last night, the AMS Assembly approved our plan to close the Commission of Environmental Affairs (CEA) and redistribute the...

Study Spaces for the December Exam Grind

Written by Jumphost on December 6, 2016. Posted in My AMS, News.

With Exam SZN approaching fast, it’s time to hit the (e)books and begin the study grind. Let’s set the scene: You’re out of your room and are looking to find a productive place to work. Stauffer and Douglas are crowded again and the thought of spending 10-15 minutes looking for a space is almost as...