Queen's University Alumni

09/10/2026

The business school was thrilled to welcome members of Scotiabank to Queen's University campus yesterday to formally celebrate their renewed partnership through the Scotiabank Centre for Analytics & AI.

The visit provided an opportunity for the bank’s representatives to tour the centre, learn more about faculty research and student projects, meet Dean Wim Van der Stede, and discuss opportunities for the future.

We're grateful for Scotiabank's ongoing support and excited to continue building Canada’s AI-ready workforce with its latest investment through the ScotiaRISE initiative.

Learn more the partnership and Smith's Scotiabank Centre for Analytics & AI: https://smith.queensu.ca/news_blog/2026/Smith-Scotiabank-Renew-Partnership.php

09/10/2026

Marking 25 years of discovery, innovation, and collaboration in cancer research.

The 2026 SCRI Retreat brought together researchers, clinicians, community partners, and students under the theme SCRI 25: A future of possibilities. Throughout the day, participants explored advances in cancer prevention, early detection, and diagnostic innovation that are shaping the future of cancer care.

Multidisciplinary sessions focused on lung cancer and hematologic malignancies, with perspectives from biology, epidemiology, and people with lived experience. Presentations, flash talks, and poster sessions highlighted emerging research and the strength of our student community, while networking opportunities offered space to connect and reflect on 25 years of progress at SCRI.

Sinclair Cancer Research Institute | Queen's University Health Sciences

09/09/2026

Humans of Homecoming

“It’s wonderful that this is all happening during Homecoming — seeing the alumni, the joy. It just feels right.”

Queen’s Chancellor Shelagh Rogers, Artsci’77, LLD’19, was taking in every part of last year's weekend, from receptions and football to the opening of the newly revitalized John Deutsch University Centre.

Standing inside the new space, she couldn’t stop smiling.

“It feels like the building is literally lifting you up — the light, I can’t get over the light.” She was particularly moved by the Seven Grandfather Teachings etched into the steps of the Agora. “It’s all been so respectfully done.”

📍 JDUC Opening Celebration

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09/08/2026

The new Agnes Etherington Art Centre is still under construction, but the work of bringing it to life has already begun.

Inside its temporary home in the Rideau Building, the Agnes team is using scale models, mockups, and new ideas to imagine how visitors will experience Canada’s largest university‑affiliated museum when it reopens in 2027.

Supported by a landmark gift from Bader Philanthropies and shaped by years of community input, Agnes Reimagined will offer twice the gallery space, new learning areas, Indigenous cultural spaces, an artist’s residence, and a flexible hub for performances and events.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4yojp1n

09/04/2026

Graduation changes a lot. Being part of the Queen's University community doesn’t have to.

This fall, young alumni events across six cities offer opportunities to meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, and build your network beyond your graduating class.

Join us, make a connection, and discover what the alumni network can offer wherever you are. All alumni are welcome.

Find an event near you: https://bit.ly/4h6Wwtj

09/02/2026

Humans of Homecoming

“We just laughed and laughed.”

Jim Rose, Artsci’70, Ed’71, and Joan Rose, Artsci’69, Ed’70, first met at a party in Morris Hall nearly 60 years ago.

Their first date took them to Grant Hall for a performance of The Pirates of Penzance. It was, by their own admission, a flop — until a spontaneous game of ping-pong afterward turned an awkward evening into one filled with laughter.

Soon, they were exchanging letters every day. The laughter became love, and in 1969, they were married.

“We’ve been in Kingston ever since,” says Jim. “And it all started right here.”

📍 Grant Hall, Welcome and Check-In

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09/01/2026

Queen's University alumni have been part of the QUAA for 100 years, and many grads don’t realize they’re already members.

The association brings together more than 185,000 alumni in over 150 countries and helps grads stay connected through events, mentoring, reunions, branches, chapters, awards, and volunteer roles. It also supports alumni through networks, recognition programs, and community initiatives that have grown over a century.

Read more about what this means for you: https://bit.ly/4zXWADl

08/31/2026

Meet the 10 incoming Schulich Leaders joining Queen's University this fall!

These STEM students from across Canada are arriving with big plans for what they want to learn and explore, supported by one of the country’s most significant undergraduate scholarship programs for students pursuing science. With awards of up to $120,000, they’ll have the freedom to focus on classes, clubs, new friendships, and the ideas they want to pursue.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4ye0shH

| Schulich Leader Scholarships

This fall, 10 students from across Canada will arrive at Queen’s with big plans for what they want to learn and explore in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). They’ll also arrive with the support to pursue those possibilities.The students have been named Queen’s 2026 Schu...

08/28/2026

Humans of Homecoming

“We missed our 50th because of COVID, so we said, ‘See you in 2025, if we make it!’”

The first and only other time Joe Smillie, Artsci’70, Ed’71 — aptly pronounced “smiley” — attended was for his 45th reunion.

Ten years later, he travelled from his home in Vermont to celebrate his 55th and reconnect with everything he loves about the weekend.

“The parade. Seeing everybody. Queen’s Bands. And the football game, which we better win — we’re playing the Lancers!”

The game didn’t quite go Joe’s way. The rest of the weekend, though? Plenty to smile about.

📍 Grant Hall, Welcome and Check-In

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08/27/2026

One of the most memorable moments at the first Black at Queen’s Post Grad event in Toronto happened around a couch.

Mona Walrond, MEd’77, Ed’78, shared stories from her time at Queen's University with younger alumni and current students. When she mentioned she wasn’t on LinkedIn but wanted to stay in touch, organizer Ruth Osunde, Artsci’26, encouraged attendees to share their contact information. Within minutes, a lineup formed.

The event brought together about 100 Black alumni and students for an evening of connection, storytelling, and community building.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4y0O3gQ