January 13, 2009
Vol. 136, Issue 25

Hang time

Men’s volleyball middle hitter Michael Amoroso goes up for a block Saturday against the McMaster Marauders as teammate Joren Zeeman (5) looks on. Queen’s won in five sets. For full story, refer to the sports section. (Tyler Ball)

TAs, TFs vote ‘no’ to union

After an inquiry into the voter eligibility of 93 ballots, TAs and TFs at Queen’s remain un-unionized after a final vote result of 398 to 359 against unionization. TAs and TFs cast their ballots on Nov. 26 2008.

ASUS creates diversity advisor

In response to an outcry on campus following an Islamophobic comment made by ASUS President Jacob Mantle on a friend’s Facebook page in October, the Arts and Science Undergraduate Society (ASUS) is creating a new Diversity and Equity Advisor position to oversee issues relating to social justice, diversity and equity on campus. Mantle said the position was first proposed at the Jan. 8 ASUS Assembly, and will be discussed again at the Jan. 22 ASUS Assembly.

Standing in silence for solidarity with Gaza

Tomorrow, students, staff, faculty and members of the Kingston community will show their solidarity with Gaza during a silent candlelight vigil in front of City Hall. The newly-formed Kingston Coalition for Gaza is organizing the vigil.

Faculties need web policy

A group of students taking the course NURS 403 have filed academic grievance complaints with the AMS over inconsistent evaluation.

Standing up for Gaza

Pity the people of Sderot and Askhelon—pawns in the latest politically-motivated Israeli war by air, sea and land on Gaza and the Palestinian people.

Mission: warmth and community

Parked in the alley beside St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, at the intersection of Clergy and Princess streets, an inconspicuous white truck reaches out to those in need on Kingston’s cold winter nights.

Nothing to Hyde

Every January in Kingston, a small group of students—unified by their love of musical theatre, a grueling work schedule and a high-octane publicity blitz—gather nightly in Macgillivray-Brown Hall or the drafty corridors of the JDUC.

Two close battles, one solid victory

It was a long weekend of volleyball for the women’s team.

Video may save the radio star

Scrolling down the list of artists on your iPod, you suddenly stumble upon an unfamiliar name.

Issue in Photos

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