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October 11, 2024. In her first year at Queen’s, Vienna Wiens, ArtSci ’26, enrolled in RELS 137 Religion and Film simply because it was one of the few electives with space to join. Little did she know this casual choice would lead her down a spiritual and cinematic rabbit hole.
Recognizing being white-passing as a privilege
Jun 1, 2020 · However, through my experiences at Queen’s, I’ve had to add another definition to what privilege means to me: being white-passing. Otherwise known as racial passing, white-passing is when a person of colour belonging to a marginalized community “passes” to identify as white, allowing them to have access to a certain amount of white ...
The Toronto slang dictionary - The Queen's Journal
Jan 19, 2024 · Uncover the vibrant world of Toronto slang. Toronto, a cultural mosaic, has cultivated a unique linguistic identity that may leave outsiders perplexed. Dive into the meanings of popular terms like "Ahlie," "Bare," "Cheesed," and more, gaining insights into the city's rich cultural tapestry. Understanding and using these slang expressions can foster connections, bringing you closer to Toronto's ...
How a 1960s Queen’s student utopia fell from grace
Oct 19, 2018 · Image by: Josh Granovsky. Elrond College exemplified student advocacy. Princess Towers—an aging 16-storey apartment building that looms over the Hub—began its life as a student-run utopian commune in the 1960s. An idealistic solution to a campus-wide housing crisis, it was first named Elrond College, a reference to The Lord of the Rings.
Instant gratification on social media is harming in-person ...
Sep 21, 2021 · Social media has hijacked the system in our brains seeking social relationships and connection. Using social media gives us instant gratification for social connection—but this quick fix comes with its own costs. While our brains become dopamine junkies looking for the next fix of text messages and likes on social media, our in-person ...
Reflecting on the Disney channel’s problematic past
Feb 28, 2020 · Arts & Culture, Pop Culture. Image by: Amelia Rankine. The Disney channel's older shows reflect problematic trends. Like many others, I was quick to subscribe to the streaming service Disney+ when it was released this past November. My first few shameless benders were dedicated to revisiting Disney Channel favourites from my childhood.
Sports - The Queen's Journal
Sports in Brief: Women’s Rugby completes fifth consecutive undefeated season. October 8, 2024. From soccer to golf, the Gaels competed and won in various sports this past weekend. In this edition of Sports in Brief, I’ll be bringing you the brightest moments produced by …
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The Journal The Queen’s Journal is a completely student-run newspaper at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The paper was founded in 1873 and has been continuously publishing ever since. We currently publish a bi-weekly print edition and regular online content throughout the year. Our full production schedule is here. Our staff is composed of a […]
Book review: ‘The Listeners’ - The Queen's Journal
Mar 18, 2022 · The Listeners, by Jordan Tannahill, is a thought-provoking examination of how relationships, mental health issues, gender expectations, and the media can all intersect. As with all the novels on the 2021 Giller Prize shortlist, The Listeners is carefully plotted and expertly written. Tannahill’s prose is consistently sharp and darkly funny, but his story’s inventive premise is what pushes ...
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Nov 1, 2024 · Homecoming 2024 celebrates the lasting friendship of Tricolour across generations. October 25, 2024. Nostalgia filled the air at Homecoming 2024. Memories of the past rose to the surface as the University welcomed over 2,000 alumni on Oct. 18, celebrating milestone reunions for those whose graduating years end in a four or nine.