Grad student strike officially over as University and union seal deal
Grad student workers are back to work just in time to mark final papers and exams after the Public Service Alliance Canada (PSAC) 901, the union representing 2,000 academic workers, and Queen’s University ratified a new Collective Agreement.
NDP’s Daria Juüdi-Hope calls for change in Kingston and the Islands
Daria Juüdi-Hope, MPH ’20, is hoping to bring new leadership to Kingston and the Islands as the New Democratic Party’s (NDP) candidate in the upcoming federal election on April 28.
Reports of harassment and drinking culture surface in ASUS Orientation
Stepping into the role of a Gael felt as natural to Billy* as breathing.
Why Queen’s won’t divest $222 million
Queen’s divesting from companies conducting business in or with the State of Israel won’t change what’s happening in the Middle East—it would just make a statement. And that, the University says, is exactly the problem.
Darts & laurels 2024-25
City of Kingston declares food insecurity an emergency: On Jan. 14, the Kingston City Council reported one in three households struggle to put food on the table.
Queen’s silent divestment decision speaks volumes
In a time when students most need clear communication, Queen’s continues its pattern of sweeping important matters under the rug.
Who you should vote for in this federal election
Canada’s federal election is April 28.
Queen’s Education needs a lesson in empathy
Practicums: What every education student looks forward to—a chance to put into practice everything we’ve learned in our classes, make professional and personal connections, and create valuable relationships with our students.
What’s ‘iPhone face’ and why do I care?
We’ve all thought it—some actors are just too symmetrical to be in a period piece.
‘Carnelian: Alive at Ale’ captures one of the band’s biggest shows
Carnelian’s January show at The Ale House wasn’t just a concert, it was a farewell gesture. Now, it’s a documentary.
Last weekend’s ice storm points directly to climate change
The blanket of ice that covered Kingston this past weekend is a signal of larger forces at play.
What’s at stake in the upcoming federal election?
Canadian democracy faces a choice on April 28—and plenty of factors are at play.
Gaels celebrated during 89th annual Colour Awards
On the evenings of April 1 and 2, Queen’s Athletics and Recreation hosted their annual Colour Awards for both Varsity Clubs and the Varsity Teams.
‘The Journal’ staff crown this year’s top varsity athletes
In honour of the 89th annual Colour Awards taking place from April 1 to 2, The Journal completed its annual Staff Picks for Varsity Athlete of
the Year.
Last Words
Allie and Skylar say goodbye to The Journal.
Fourth year, “Yes year”
The girl moving into my Albert St. bedroom is buying all my furniture. I bundled it together for a bargain deal—my bed, desk, chair, and dresser—all for a few hundred dollars.
Final press night at ‘The Journal’
Take a look inside The Journal house on our last press night to see how the magic happens!
Perspectives on the PSAC 901, Unit 1, strike
The Journal sat down with various members of the Queen’s community to hear more about how the strike has impacted their lives—both inside and outside of Queen’s.
