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October 29, 2026
Issue 13
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Your Weekly Update
Residence News
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October 15 – November 1
University District Safety Initiative (UDSI) in effect
October 29 – November 2
No guests permitted in residence
November 9–13
Pride Week in Residence
November 11
Remembrance Day (classes cancelled 10:30–11:30 am)
December 8
Fall Term classes end
December 22
Residence closes for Winter Break at 2 pm
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  Halloween is creeping in! | |
Get ready for some spooky festivities this Friday with our Haunted House and themed treats in the dining hall!
Read on for guest policy reminders, Halloween-themed events, and where you can book your flu vaccine appointment.
| | | Celebrate safely and respectfully! | | Good Halloween costumes… | |
- Represent a cultural identity
- Devalue traditional regalia or religious garments
- Promote racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or ableism
- Promote stereotypes about groups of people
| | - Give you a chance to be creative and have fun!
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Go with your gut feeling.
If you begin to question whether your costume is offensive or inappropriate, change it.
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Extended Campus Observation Room (COR) hours
The COR is a confidential, non-judgmental and voluntary space for students who have had too much to drink.
Extended hours this weekend:
Fri Oct 30 at 9 pm – 7 am on Sat Oct 31
Sat Oct 31 at 6 pm – 7 am on Sun Nov 1
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Where to go for medical help
If you haven't already, save the PDF linked below for quick reference to the medical support resources available to you, along with guidance on when to use each one.
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Planning for Winter Break
- Fall Term exam schedules have been posted on your SOLUS account.
- You are required to leave Residence by 3 pm on the day following your last exam to promote a quiet environment for students still studying.
- If you plan to stay in Residence at any point after your final exam and/or between December 22 – January 3, you will need to register with us. More information will be provided in early November.
- Residence closes at 2 pm on Tuesday, December 22.
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Reminder: Please share your honest feedback about your Don!
You have received an email containing an individual link to complete the Mid-Year Residence Experience Survey and share confidential feedback about your Don.
Please take a few minutes to support performance evaluations and help guide improvements in our community. Thank you for helping us make residence an even more supportive and inclusive place to live and learn!
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Upcoming Residence Events
Find a housemate, practice some yoga, and celebrate Halloween by checking out our haunted house!
Find all details and more events on the Residence Event Calendar.
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Housemate Search Social
Thursday, October 29
5–7 pm
Ban Righ Fireside Room
Are you looking for housemates? Join the Off-Campus Living Advisor's Office to make a Halloween keychain and meet potential housemates for next year!
Learn more
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Haunted House!
Friday, October 30
6–8 pm
Gordon-Brockington House
Trick or treat? Drop by the Haunted House in Gordon-Brockington for a spooky good time!
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Low-Sensory Study Night
Tuesday, November 3
6–8 pm
Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Study Room
Drop in and enjoy supported, low-sensory study sessions every other Tuesday with:
- Dimmed lights
- Minimal distractions
- Quiet snacks
- Fidget tools
- Study supplies
- Access to the Sensory Room
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Residence Yoga
Thursday, November 5 (weekly)
4:30–5:30 pm
Yoga Room, Endaayaan–Tkanónsote
Join Athletics & Recreation for free yoga! All levels welcome. Registration opens two days before each class.
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Babka & Board Games with Queen's Hillel
Thursday, November 5
6:30–8 pm
Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room
Join Queen's Hillel for Babka and Board Games!
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Where is the Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room?
We host many events here, so it’s no surprise if you’re wondering how to find the Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room!
Entrance with stairs:
Enter up the stairs at the front doors of the brown brick building by the Emergency Blue Light lamppost, the leftmost building attached to Endaayaan – Tkanónsote.
Stair-free entrance:
For assistance navigating a stair-free route through the building, please ask the front desk representative (located by the main building entrance with ramp access).
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Tonight: Halloween Social at the University Club!
Thursday, October 29
4–7 pm
The University Club, 168 Stuart St. (left of Leggett Hall)
Drop by for games, appetizers, green monster mocktails, and great company. Whether you're embracing the Halloween spirit or just looking for a fun evening, there's something for everyone!
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Halloween Bake Shop Pop-Up
Friday, October 30
Lunch at Ban Righ dining hall
No tricks, all treats tomorrow! Feast your sweet tooth on the latest creations baked up by our team.
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Hanukkah Menu Tasting on Nov. 10
Do you celebrate Hanukkah? We are looking for 4–8 students to participate in a Hanukkah menu tasting. Please email dietitian@queensu.ca by Thursday, November 5, to express your interest.
Participants will be compensated with an honorarium.
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A friendly notice: Dishes belong in the dining halls
We love seeing you enjoy your meals in the dining halls. Lately, we have noticed that dishes, cutlery, and glasses have been leaving the dining halls and not coming back. When items go missing, we unintentionally run short, and it affects everyone’s experience.
Please be mindful of others and do not remove dishware from the dining halls.
| | | Around Campus and Kingston | | Get your flu vaccine on campus | |
The flu doesn't care about your weekend plans or schoolwork.
Book your flu vaccine appointment to protect your fun and avoid falling behind in your courses.
On-campus flu vaccine clinics are running next week from November 2–6.
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Not sure where to go?
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Book with a Peer Wellness Navigator for personalized guidance exploring resources and navigating next steps across campus.
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Explore Student Resources here.
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Follow @queensures on Instagram for updates and to discover events and services across campus! Plus, our link hub features up-to-date residence and campus-wide resources in one central place.
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