With Volume 150 coming to an end, we spoke with this year’s Editor-in-Chief, Ben Wrixon and Managing Editor, Julia Harmsworth, as they reflect on their experience at QJ. Senior Video Editor: Mackenzie Loveys.

We’re looking at some of the organizations at Queen’s who are promoting environmentalism through sustainability and climate action. Connect with and follow the featured organizations on Instagram.

Watch footage from a Mar. 21 protest outside the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) regarding their investments into fossil fuels. Senior Video Editor: Mackenzie Loveys.

Join one of our Features Editors, Suzy Leinster, as she walks us through the recipes that remind her of home and shares their significance to her upbringing. Created by: Mackenzie Loveys, Senior Video Editor, Suzy Leinster, Features Editor, and Anne Fu, Features Editor.

The Kingston Canadian Film Festival (KCFF) returned to deliver an impressive lineup of feature films, shorts, and music videos. We spoke with Executive Director, Marc Garniss, about this year’s festival. Created by: Assistant Video Editor: Juan Huerta and Senior Video Editor, Mackenzie Loveys.

Senior Sports Editor, Sarah Maat is joined by QJ Sales Representative, Eric Joosse, in this second episode of “Coffee with QJ.” Created by: Senior Video Editor, Mackenzie Loveys. Graphic by: Graphics Editor, Amna Rafiq.

Watch highlights from Queen’s Black Fashion Association’s (QBFA) first fashion show. Read about the fashion show in a recent article in The Journal’s Arts section. Created by: Rida Chaudhry, Senior Arts Editor and Senior Video Editor, Mackenzie Loveys.

Journal staff Maia McCann and Sarah Maat teach you how to make ‘no-bake cheesecake,’ which was featured in a QJ Lifestyle article from 2015.Senior Video Editor: Mackenzie LoveysAssistant Video Editor: Juan HuertaThis video includes original music by The Queen’s Music Production Collective, QWaveSong: “Sushi Bagels” by Musaad

The Journal describes how you can make your voice heard in this year’s AMS Elections.For more information about the AMS elections, visit https://www.myams.org/about/governance/elections/For help with voting, visit https://queensams.simplyvoting.com/ or email the Chief Electoral Officer at ceo@ams.queensu.caFeaturing:Asbah Ahmad, Senior News EditorSophia Coppolino, Assistant News Editor

Considering the impending eviction of the Kingston encampment beside The Integrated Care Hub, The Journal spoke with Violet Evergarden about their experience in Kingston.To reach Integrated Care Hub: (613) 329-6417Learn more about related resources: https://trellishiv.ca/

Senior Sports Editor, Sarah Maat and Senior News Editor, Asbah Ahmad visit a few of QJ’s favourite coffee shops in Kingston, Ontario.Special thanks to SENS Café, Kingston Coffee House, and Coffee & Company.Senior Video Editor: Mackenzie LoveysAssistant Video Editor: Juan HuertaContact the video section: journal_video@ams.queensu.caMusic Credit: This video includes original music produced by The Queen’s Music Production Collective, QWave.Song: “Cactus Coaster” by Colin

The Journal gets into the holiday spirit by attending Kingston’s Annual Santa Claus Parade. Our Assistant Video Editor, Juan Huerta, captured the evening’s parade.For information regarding future events, visit downtownkingston.caSenior Video Editor: Mackenzie LoveysAssistant Video Editor: Juan HuertaContact the video section: journal_video@ams.queensu.ca

The Journal speaks to Marcus Dillion and Vincent Stephen-Ong, members of Urban Science Brass Band, about their music at Skeleton Park’s annual Halloween Parade.Urban Science Brass Band: https://urbsci.com/Skeleton Park Art Fest: https://skeletonparkartsfest.ca/Video Editor: Mackenzie Loveys

The Journal speaks with fans about watching football in person again.Senior Video Editor: Mackenzie LoveysAssistant Video Editor: Juan HuertaInterviewer: Sarah Maat, Senior Sports EditorCheck out the article here.

QJ staff show their favourite places to study on campus.Video Editor: Mackenzie LoveysContact the video section: journal_video@ams.queensu.caMusic Credit: This video includes original music produced by The Queen’s Music Production Collective, QWave. Song: “Relay Module” by Musaad

The Journal walks you through voting in Ontario’s upcoming municipal election.Access more information about voting: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/city-hall/elections/voters Video Editor: Mackenzie LoveysContact the video section: journal_video@ams.queensu.ca Music Credit: This video includes original music produced by The Queen’s Music Production Collective, QWave. Song: “Suga” by ZARI

The Journal spotlights student-run charity Bags of Promise (BOP). Join us while we attend their charity spikeball game and speak with co-founders Celina Lovisotto and Brooke Baker, and members Kate Dickie and Lauren Pattison.Check out BOP:Website: https://bopkingston.wixsite.com/bagsofpromiseInstagram: bop.kingston VVideo Editor: Mackenzie LoveysVoiceover: Asbah Ahmad, Senior News Editor

The Journal talks to first-year students about their experience with Orientation Week and Queen’s.Video Editor: Mackenzie LoveysInterviewer: Asbah Ahmad, Senior News EditorMusic Credit: This video includes original music produced by The Queen’s Music Production Collective, QWave. Song: “Sour Patch Kids” by MusaadContact the video section: journal_video@ams.queensu.ca

Queen’s Orientation Roundtable Mystery Concert offered first-year students an exciting night with performers DJ L.A. Foster, Floss, and headliner, Yung Gravy.Read more about the concert: https://www.queensjournal.ca/story/2022-09-12/news/yung-gravy-takes-over-miller-hall-parking-lot/  Video Editor: Mackenzie LoveysVideography by Assistant Photo Editor, Herbert Wang

QJ explores Queen’s in the Park (QITP) and speaks with student group representatives.Video Editor: Mackenzie LoveysVoiceover: Aimée Look, Assistant News EditorMusic Credit: This video includes original music produced by The Queen’s Music Production Collective, QWave. Song: “Catnip” by Musaad