You can check out the Engwell Hub which is the faculty's central location for Smith Engineering student resources and supports.
Learn MoreThe Queen’s Athletics and Recreation Centre (ARC) is a vibrant hub of physical activity and wellness. The ARC is a state-of-the-art facility designed to promote and enhance the health and well-being of the university community. It serves as a multifaceted space where students, faculty, and staff come together to engage in a wide array of athletic and recreational activities, from fitness and sports to wellness programs. Whether you’re looking to stay active, connect with others, or simply unwind, the ARC is the place where you can pursue your wellness goals and embrace an active lifestyle.
The Queen’s Athletic Therapy program consists of certified athletic therapists, massage therapists, and a dedicated team of 40 student trainers. The program can be accessed by both Queen’s athletes and students. Students can book appointments regarding injury evaluation/prevention, bracing, injury rehabilitation, and registered massage therapy.
Intramurals, organized by Queen’s Athletics & Recreation, are recreational sports leagues accessible to both students and staff. These leagues provide an excellent avenue for students to maintain their passion for sports or explore new ones during their time at the university. Participants have the flexibility to register either as a team or as individuals.
The Sexual Health Resource Centre (SHRC) is a confidential, non-judgmental, feminist, queer positive, pro-choice, sex positive and non-heterosexist information and referral service.
The Health Promotion team offers professional or peer wellness coaching appointments to any student interested in changing a health behaviour.
The Campus Observation Room (COR) is an on-campus non-medical detox service overseen by Student Wellness Services. It is a voluntary, confidential and a non-judgmental place where students who have had too much to drink can come to sleep. If someone is intoxicated and unresponsive, call 9-1-1 immediately.
The Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Service (SVPRS) is part of the Human Rights and Equity Office. SVPRS is the central point of contact on campus for students impacted by sexual violence and for prevention initiatives. Please contact Barb Lotan ([email protected]) the SVPR Coordinator for available services.
The Sexual Assault Centre Kingston (SAC) is a not-for-profit organization that provides free confidential support for all survivors aged twelve and above regardless of recent and/or historic sexual violence.
The Smith Engineering Wellness Navigator is available by appointment to support various situations including accommodations/supporting documentation, academic/program concerns, mental health support including counselling, and more. Appointments are available Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Engineering Embedded Counsellor is available to meet with students by appointment to provide short-term counselling. The Embedded Counsellor, works from a strengths-based model of care, which is geared towards resolving personal difficulties and dealing with urgent, distressing situations.
The Engineering Mental Health Steward Program consists of student representatives (EMHSs) from each discipline serving as advocates and supports for mental health within the student community. These students have received specialized training to fulfill their roles, aiming to cultivate a culture of heightened mental health awareness, support, and empowerment throughout the community.
All Smith Engineering students have free access to Headspace for the 2023-2024 academic year. Headspace is a science-based meditation app which offers both single sessions and series designed to alleviate stress, enhance sleep quality, boost concentration, and improve interpersonal relationships.
Empower Me is a 24/7 virtual mental health and wellness support available through the StudentCare supplementary health & dental plan which is managed by the Alma Matter Society (AMS) and Society for Graduate and Professional Studies (SPGS)
Student Wellness Services (SWS) supports the personal, academic, and social health development of students at Queen’s University by providing a range of programs and services. They work to provide an integrated service that is responsive to your health and wellness needs.
The Student Wellness Services website provides self-directed workbooks to help students reflect on challenges and develop techniques to manage stressors.
The AMS Peer Support Centre (PSC) provides undergraduate students with confidential, non-judgmental, empathetic, peer-based support, including resource referrals and practical assistance It should be noted that the Peer Support Centre should not be used in place of professional help from a licensed counsellor, therapist, etc.
The Telephone Aid Line Kingston (TALK) is a confidential, anonymous, and non-judgmental volunteer-based support service. They can be reached at 613-544-1771 from 6:00 pm to 2:00 am.
The AMS Food Bank provides a confidential and non-judgmental food service to members of the Queen’s community. They aim to provide patrons with food services in the most comfortable environment possible.
The Providing Equal Access, Changing Hunger (PEACH) Market complements other food access programs on campus and supports sustainability through food rescue. PEACH provides access to untouched food that is packaged and made available to students, staff, and faculty through the market’s accessible ‘pay what you can’ operating model.
A local student-run service that provides a wide variety of freshly prepared meals to any individuals in the Queen’s and Kingston community experiencing any food insecurity.
The Partners in Mission Food Bank provides non-perishable food items and fresh foods including milk, eggs, fruits and vegetables. No referrals are necessary – clients are required to come in or call to arrange a time for an intake interview.
The Queen’s Student Academic Success Services (SASS) is a hub of resources and events for both undergraduate and graduate students. They have resources such as assignment planners, online guides and tutorials, and bookable appointments. They also host various events and workshops such as writing workshops and group study sessions.
The Academic Advisors provide assistance with academic questions and concerns. There are advisors upper year separated by department, and for first years. For first years there is the program lead, for questions and concerns regarding current courses, and the program advisors assist with degree planning. While this is a general outline of their responsibilities, they are there for support as a whole and will defer your questions as necessary until you get the best assistance possible. For upper years, there are undergraduate assistants and undergraduate chairs (the position titles will alter slightly depending on department) which follow a similar structure to the program leads/advisors above. Undergraduate assistants help with degree planning primarily, and undergraduate chairs help with departmental questions and concerns.
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The Academic Feedback Form is an opportunity for you to provide feedback on course content, delivery, assessments, and instructors, as well as broader academic concerns. The information you provide will be given to instructors via student representatives to improve the educational experience as quickly and effectively as possible.
EngLinks is one of the Educational Services by the Engineering Society which offers academic support via tutoring services, workshops, tutorials, and academic resources. Additionally, EngLinks also offers opportunities to be hired as Tutors, Workshop Leaders, and Resource Creators. Students have the opportunity to learn in a way that best suit their individual needs.
Students who have received a 1.6GPA or lower (below a C- grade average) after their first semester as an undergraduate will be invited to participate in our optional Bounce Back mentoring program. If you have questions about Bounce Back, you may email the coordinator, Mikayla Sebesta.
The Engineering Society offers printing at a very reduced cost compared to other locations on campus. Located in room 106 in Beamish-Munroe Hall, it is $0.05 per side for black and white, and $0.25 per side for color. Please note it is cash only, but change is available. To print email your documents to [email protected]. Once you arrive at the Engineeirng Student Lounge speak with the Director on Office Hours to print your items. Office Hours are 9:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday, and 9:30am-1:30pm Friday.
There are two computer labs available for use in Beamish-Munroe Hall on the 2nd and 3rd floors. The open area in the main part of the building is the computer lab, and you are able to log into the computers using your netID. The labs follow operating hours of the ILC which are 7:30am-11:00pm Monday-Friday, 10:00am-7:00pm Saturday, and 10:00am-11:00pm Sunday throughout the academic year.
The Information Technology service offered by the Engineering Society extends complimentary support to its members via a ticket system. This service encompasses assistance with general inquiries, password resets for EngSoc email accounts, inquiries related to EngSoc Microsoft 365, WordPress access, and various other IT-related matters.
Queen’s Student IT Services offers a range of support primarily targeting issues with netIDs, passwords, multi-factor authentication, computers, and SOLUS. They offer numerous online guides, as well as walk-in support and online help forms.
Queen’s Student Accessibility Services (QSAS) provides a universally inclusive and accessible educational experience to help students achieve their academic goals. Some examples of the accommodations QSAS can provide are: extra time on exams, private rooms during exams, a scribe, large print, and more.
The Queen’s Accessibility Hub is a central online resource to improve access for everyone on campus. It is a hub both to provide feedback on current initiatives and to find information on accessibility on campus. They provide resources on campus and student services, housing and residence, mental health, and more.
The Adaptive Technology Centre (ATC) provides a range of services, assistive technology, and a quiet study space for students with disabilities. Some of the technology provided includes screen reading software, voice recognition software, and scanners. Located in Stauffer Library room 120, the ATC is open to students registered with QSAS or with the ATC. Evening and weekend access to the room is available through keycards.
The Human Rights and Equity Office (HREO) is a Queen’s office devoted to the advance a culture of human rights, equity, and inclusion through trainings and implementing strategies within the Queen’s community. The specialized services within this office are Human Rights Advisory Services, Equity Services, the Accessibility Hub, and the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Services. The HREO also provides trainings such as Positive Space, initiatives such as Anti-Racism, and resources such as a Multifaith Calendar.
The Office of the University Registrar (OUR) provides enrolment management services to the Queen’s community. This includes admission information for future students, registration information for current students, and general assistance for registration.
The Queen’s Financial Aid Services Office provides programming to assist students in financing their education. They lay out information for government student financial aid, future undergraduate students, current students, exchange students, and more.
The Engineering Society offers bursaries to be able to participate in many different events throughout your degree. From Orientation Week, to Applied Science Jackets (GPAs), to conferences, there is often funding available to supplement participation fees. Application deadlines for bursaries will be set and advertised by the given organizing group, and the application link can be found below.
Queen’s EngiQueers is a club within the Engineering Society with the aim of building a community for 2SLGBTQ+ students in engineering, along with education, advocacy, and professional development. They host regular events and are always looking for more 2SLGBTQ+ students and allies to join.
Trans Family Kingston is a group of transgender, nonbinary, and gender diverse individuals who focus on building a community for other gender diverse people. They host online and in person meetings, and come together to provide community sourced resources, feedback, insight, assistance, and more.
The Education on Queer Issues Project (EQuiP) is a student-run organization under the Queen’s Alma Mater Society (AMS) through the Social Issues Commission whose purpose is to create a safe environment for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in the Queen’s Community, while also advocating for human rights and raising awareness.
The Levana Gender Advocacy Centre is a student-funded Queen’s organization that advocates for gender empowerment by operating on anti-oppressive practices through programming and resources. They also host a few different working groups, such as Feminist Movie Series and Trans Students Issues Working Group.
Reelout is an organization that exists to celebrate queer media arts and contribute to community vitality by programming materials that focus on various issues, such as sexuality, race, ability, etc., purposefully drawing together and initiating challenging dialogue the communities within Kingston. They host screenings of movies that would not otherwise typically be shown in Kingston and encourage an exposure to the 2SLGBTQ+ community here.
The Yellow House Student Centre for Equity and Inclusion (The Yellow House) is a space that provides programming, advisory services, resources, and acts as a hub for all things equity. They are committed to create a community for all students that identify as Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, and as Persons of Colour (QTBIPoC). Some of their 2SLGBTQ+ programming involves Solidarity Swims, art (such as painting tote bags or plant pots), and drag performance spaces.
The Four Directions Indigenous Student Centre (4D) is a space for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students on campus. They are a hub for many resources for both current and prospective students. They also host a wide range of events such as beading circles, social fires, and resume building workshops.
Indigenous Futures in Engineering is a group committed to increasing the number of Indigenous engineers across Canada. They promote math and science to elementary and high school students and enable access to post-secondary study. They work to develop culturally relevant programming that is available both in their on-line community and in classrooms.
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is a nonprofit organization that is focused on increasing representation of Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in STEM fields. They have many university chapters, including a chapter at Queen’s (Q-AISES). The organization as a whole focuses on programming for students pre-college and currently in college, as well as for professional engineering organizations and partnerships.
The Kingston Frontenac Public Library (KFPL) hosts a large supply of Indigenous resources and services. There are a wide selection of resources, such as Indigenous language resources and digital resources surrounding Indigenous peoples in Kingston. They also collect information numerous services to be easily accessible, such as the Tipi Moza, which is subsidized housing for regional Indigenous populations, and the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), which is an organization for national advocacy for First Nation citizens in Canada.
The Yellow House Student Centre for Equity and Inclusion (The Yellow House) is a space that provides programming, advisory services, resources, and acts as a hub for all things equity. They are committed to create a community for all students that identify as Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, and as Persons of Colour (QTBIPoC). Some of their indigenous specific programming includes movie screenings and clothing swaps, with a larger selection of programming being open to BIPoC students as a whole.
The Queen’s American Indian Science and Engineering Society is the Queen’s chapter of the parent company AISES, and they are primarily focused on building rockets for the First Nations Launch competition. They are Canada’s first Indigenous rocket design team, and in 2023, they placed first overall and were named International Champions.
The Queen’s University International Centre (QUIC) is committed to building diverse and inclusive communities for Queen’s students, staff, and faculty. They host a wide variety of immigration resources, health insurance resource, student life resources, and events.
The International Student Advisors (ISAs) provide immigration and cultural advice, guidance, and information to assist in your transition to Queen’s and Kingston. They can assist with accessing health services, information on study permits, information on pathways to permanent residency, and more.
The Cross-Cultural Counsellor works with the Queen’s University International Centre for support for international students. They are on staff at Student Wellness Services and can assist with issues related to cultural adaptation, provide information as a whole, and offers confidential one-on-one counselling.
The Yellow House Student Centre for Equity and Inclusion (The Yellow House) is a space that provides programming, advisory services, resources, and acts as a hub for all things equity. They are committed to create a community for all students that identify as Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, and as Persons of Colour (QTBIPoC). Some of their BIPoC specific programming includes office hours, AfroBeats Dance classes, and movie screenings.
Healing in Colour is an organization that assists in connecting BIPoC individuals to resources, particularly therapists who understand and relate to the lived experiences of BIPoC peoples. They have a full directory of therapists and a pool of resources for available.
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is a club within the Engineering Society that provides a community for Black-identifying engineering students through mentorship, professional development, and academic support. They are the Queen’s chapter of the larger parent company and often collaborate with other chapters. They also step up mentorship pairings and events each month.
The Chair for Women in Engineering (WiE) is a program that encompasses outreach, advocacy, curriculum development, and research opportunities for women at all levels across K-12 to Industry. They host numerous events and workshops, such as luncheons and industry panels.
CareerWISE offers a selection of articles on education, skills, counselling, employment, and the workforce from a range of publications. They also have a collection of perspectives from experts to help analyze the content provided. Some of the topics covered are supporting women with disabilities, unconscious bias, and career development.
The Queen’s Women in Engineering and Applied Science Conference (Q-WASE) aims to explore the gender disparity in engineering in Canada through an intersectional lens and bring people together from different disciplines and backgrounds to discuss various aspects. Delegates will be able to grow their professional networks and connect with individuals through unique conversations and activities. There are industry panels, talks from leaders in their fields, and engaging workshops and case competitions.
Queen’s University Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) works to empower all women in STEM fields by inspiring the next generation of women, educating on the importance or representation in the industry, and collaborating with others sharing the same goals. WiSE supports cis and trans women and non-binary people through events, mentorship, and outreach such as Dinner With Industry, mentorship pairings, and EngSci Day.
