2012 computing orientation week handbook

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High Tech Welcome....................

School of Computing Welcomes

COMPSA Welcome.....................

Meet The Tech Committee.........What Is Orientation Week?........

Week Schedule...........................

Event Descriptions......................

What Do I Need For Orientation

Getting Involved at Queen's.......

Tips For First Year.......................

Oil Thigh!....................................

Your Summer To-Do List.............

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High Tech Welcome

Welcome incoming class of 2016!

My name is Gordon Krull, the Orientation Chair (known as the High Tech) for Orientation Week 2012.

Im just now finishing up my third year of Software Design. It has certainly been an amazing year for

your Tech Committee and were proud to give you what we hope will be the best orientation week yet!

A lot of planning goes into orientation week every year, and your Tech Committee (often referred to

simply as the TC) has ensured that yours will be full of fun games and activities that will help introduce

you to the university life and the community here at Queens. We will acquaint you with services, clubs,and organizations on campus, as well as provide you with some academics tips learned by your leaders

in their time here!

Since November, your Tech Committee has been coming up with activities, contacting sponsors,

booking events, and practicing our sweet dance moves (youll see). Why? Because we want to make

your orientation week as fantastic as we can. We have a great slate of events for you to attend. We

have activities where you can learn about campus, about your classes, about your new friends and

about yourselves. There are events where you can run around and have fun, just sit and relax, and

events where you can get down and dirty.

One of the important things to remember is that if you are stressed about moving away and coming toKingston, academics, or anything about university life you always have resources and people you can

turn to. In fact, this handbook contains a lot of information about the different services that Queens

offers, however this is just a small fraction of what resources are available to help you. Keep in mind

that some of your leaders were in your shoes only a year ago, they are amazing guides and resources!

Please feel free to ask them anything if you have anyquestions.

On a final note, orientation week was one of the best experiences that I have had at Queens, not only

as an incoming first year, but as a leader too. The people that I met during my orientation week became

some of my closest friends to this day. I strongly encourage you to attend each and every event

because it will make your week that much better! With that in mind be sure to meet everyone, dont

be shy, never stop cheering, and welcome to the family.

Gordon Krull

High Tech 2012

[email protected]

P.S. Feel free to email me at any time, with any question, about ANYTHING and I will help!


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School of Computing Welcome

Dear Class of 2016,

Welcome to the Queens School of Computing! On behalf of the students, staff, and faculty of the

School, I am writing to bring you greetings and let you know how delighted we are that you have

decided to join us. You will be glad you came.

As you know, the Queens School of Computing provides a great variety of innovative undergraduate

programs of exceptional quality. In addition to the School's flagship Computer Science program, you can

choose from a diversity of specialized and multidisciplinary programs, including Biomedical Computing,Cognitive Science, Software Design, and Computing and the Creative Arts. Several unique courses, such

as Computer Animation, Computer-Assisted Surgery, and Game Design, enrich our offerings.

In upper years, undergraduates in the Queens School of Computing have several opportunities to

undertake an industrial internship, as well as engage in cutting edge research with our world class

researchers.

You may also be interested to know that our classes are small, that our doors are always open, and that

the School enjoys a warm, supportive, and caring environment.

I am very proud of the Queens School of Computing, its excellent instructors, its superb administrativeand technical staff, and its talented and inspiring students.

It is a wonderful and exciting time to be a computer scientist. You live in the age of information.

Computing is changing the world in which we live in profound ways, from medicine to business to

entertainment, and everything else in between. As well, the computational paradigm is helping answer

fundamental questions in the natural and physical sciences. And Computing is barely 75 years of age.

Imagine what the other fields of knowledge were like when they were this young. The future is bright for

our discipline.

Enjoy Orientation Week and best wishes for an exciting and rewarding first year!

Sincerely,

Selim G. Akl

Professor and Director


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Have a safe and enjoyable sum

Take care,

Irene LaFleche

Undergraduate Program Assista

Queens School of Computing

[email protected]

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COMPSA Welcome

Welcome Class of 2016!

I am pleased to welcome you all to Queens University, more specifically the School of Computing. The

years you spend here will foster growth, both academically and personally. Each student, staff and

faculty member is here to ensure that you reach success. It would be very hard to find a group of

students more tight-knit and supportive as those in computing, it has truly grown into an amazing

family.

Not too long ago I was in your very place, making my first steps into the Queens community. The floodof information and the culture shock of being in a new environment can be extremely daunting, but do

not worry, before you know it, you will be completely at ease in your new home.

The Computing Students Association (COMPSA) is always here to offer support. We are an entirely

student-run government acting as the main representative body for all computing students at Queens.

Your needs, voices and interests are represented to various bodies such as other faculty societies, the

AMS or the School of Computing administration.

We also offer support for all students may it be through private tutors, a Buddy Program as well as

student-run tutorials for many of the courses you will take during your time here at Queens. We also

host amazing events such as our semi-formal and End of Year Banquet. Our annual LAN Party, movienights and weekly coffee with profs foster an amazingly inclusive environment. There are a number of

ways for you to get involved so check out our website (http://compsa.queensu.ca) or check out the class

of 2016 Facebook page.

I look forward to meeting you all as you take your first steps into your new community. Queens and

Kingston will become your new home and I encourage you to make the most of your time here.

Please feel free to email me any questions or concerns you may have.

Best Regards,

Elizabeth LappinPresident

Computing Students Association

[email protected]


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meaning ones that make her ponder for ho

of animals doesn't hurt). If she ever says the

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air ([email protected])a was born with a rare condition called 'Danciotis'. It only

p dancing. No matter what is happening around her, Jenni

out to ANY beat! But don't be fooled by this, she is a fairl

on her beloved Toronto Maple Leafs! Besides all these th

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ab! She hopes to be able to shrink and steal the moon ver

urse)! In her leisure time, she enjoys playing the Jazz flut

er shenanigans!

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erous acting career under the pseudonym Fiendish Dr. W

ast 13 years, playing every role. He plays a mean Black Swa

camera, which isnt often (starring in so many movies is a r

joys speeding around The 'Verse in his Firefly class spacecr

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ntal rocket-ship launching it towards earth. When the ves

elderly couple, the Mas. The love and guidance of Kathryn

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ganize events at the speed of sound. Moving away from he

d a determination that had been growing in her mind. Kat

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the organizing marvel who had sworn to devote her existe

Week as your Fundraising Chair! Now dressed in her purpl

nize and raise funds for the great Computing Orientation

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d that the members of the popular boy band "One Directio

rious kingdom, where everything is pink and beautiful. In t

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Orientation week (also common

Week) is the week prior to clas

series of fun and informative ac

activities are designed to familia

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the campus and the Kingston co

All first year students are placed

are led by upper year computin

upper year students, known as "

incredibly friendly, are excited teverything they can to make yo

Although Computing students a

events so that you can meet all

years.

Orientation Week at Queens is

pride, energy and sheer excitem

and you will soon be a part of th

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To make all new studen To facilitate a smooth tr To build a strong and in To make new students To provide a solid found

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answer all your pressing questions about univefeel comfortable and welcome during your firs

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Week Schedule

When What Where

Day 1: Wednesday, September 5th, 2012

8:30 am - 10:00 am Frosh Welcome Chernoff Field

10:00 am - 11:30 am Welcome Forum ARC / Grant Hall

11:30 am - 1:15 pm Caf Lunch With Leaders Leonard / Ban Righ

1:15 pm - 3:30 pm Leadership Games / Course Confirmation Walter Light Hall

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Queen's At The Park City Park5:00 pm - 12:00 am Wolfe Island Corn Maze Wolfe Island

Day 2: Thursday, September 6th, 2012

9:00 am - 10:00 am COMPSA/ School of Computing Welcome Dupuis Auditorium

10:00 am - 10:30 am Prof Talk Dupuis Auditorium

10:30 am - 11:30 am Academic Success 101 Dupuis Auditorium

11:30 am - 1:00 pm Caf Lunch With Leaders Leonard / Ban Righ

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Get With The Program City Park

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sexperts and QFA Dupuis Auditorium

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Summerhill BBQ Summerhill

7:00 pm - 11:00 pm CompSci Idol / Talent Show Clark Hall

Day 3: Friday, September 7th, 2012

9:00 am - 1:00 pm Student Card Validation / Sidewalk Sale JDUC / University Ave.

1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Coverall Painting / Games MacDonald Park

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Game Show Dupuis Auditorium

5:00 pm -12:00 am Games Night/ LAN Party/ Movie Night/ Concert Goodwin & Walter Light

Day 4: Saturday, September 8th, 2012

8:15 am - 10:00 am Tamming and Traditions Grant Hall

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Frosh Adventures Across Campus

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch TBA1:00 pm - 4:00 pm CompSci Cup City Park

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm High Table Dinner Lower Ban Righ Hall

9:00 pm - 12:00 am ASUS Semi-Formal Grant Hall

NOTE: Anyone planning to take a class in French must attend take a placement test. You will be excused from

Orientation events to attend one of the following test times. All the tests are held in KIN 101.

Tuesday, September 4th 1:30-2:30 Wednesday, September 5th 1:30-2:30 Thursday, September 6th 1:30-2:30 Friday, September 7th 1:30-2:30


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Day 1: Wednesday, September

Frosh Welcome:

8:30- 10:00 am, Chernoff Field

The first event in the greatest week

meet your leaders and fellow first-

Chernoff Hall. Then, you'll be intro

awesomeness that is Orientation

to learn some cheers!

Welcome Forum:

10:00- 11:30 am, ARC / Grant Hall

Meet some of the Deans of Arts an

the Arts and Science Student Gover

more about Queen's and be practic

cheers you just learned!

Caf Lunch With Leaders:

11:30- 1:15 pm, Leonard or Ban Rig

Get to know your frosh group over

cafeteria.

Leadership Games:

1:15 - 3:30 pm, Walter Light Hall (r

Get to know your fellow group me

leaders while engaging in fun game

your shell and get you into the spiri

Week!

Course Confirmation:

1:15- 3:30 pm, Walter Light Room

Ensure you are registered in all the

complete your SOLUS registration i

already done so, and finally set up

account. Your Techs, TCs and our

Assistant will be there to help.

NOTE: If you miss this event, be su

SOLUS registration BEFORE picking

card on Friday, September 7th.

Descriptions

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Queen's At The Park:

3:30- 4:30 pm, City Park

Learn about the academic an

many of the clubs Queen's ha

200 clubs, Queen's has somet

booth has a variety of inform

Wolfe Island Corn Maze:

5:00- 12:00 am, Wolfe IslandThe Wolfe Island Corn Maze i

attraction and a Computing O

be teaching you your frosh da

wow other faculties! You'll p

by the hose family, enjoy som

together with your frosh grou

impressive corn maze. Think

maze in the dark?

Day 2: Thursday, Septemb

COMPSA / School of Computi9:00- 10:00 am, Dupuis Audit

Looking to get involved at Qu

course requirements? Here,

important people in the Scho

help you through university, a

students association. Learn a

things that COMPSA provides

involved.

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social services, as well as

s to offer. With close to

hing for everyone! Each

tion, prizes and activities.

a major Kingston

rientation tradition. We'll

nce step by step so we can

rticipate in fun games run

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bout fun socials and other

you, as well as how to get


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Prof Talk:

10:00- 10:30 am, Dupuis Auditoriu

Got questions? Profs have answers

some School of Computing Faculty

ask anything you can think of!

Academic Success 101:

10:30- 11:30 am, Dupuis Auditoriu

Learn about great tips as well as all

offered by Queen's to help you suc

Caf Lunch With Leaders:

11:30- 1:00 pm, Leonard / Ban Righ

Take a break at one of the cafeteria

your leaders and fellow frosh!

Get With The Program:

1:00-3:00 pm, City Park

Get some fresh air and participate i

challenging activities with your gro

group who completes these challen

step closer to winning the coveted

Sexperts and QFA:

3:00- 4:00 pm, Dupuis Auditorium

Get valuable advice from the Sexpe

Health Resource Center and Queen

you enjoy a safe and healthy Quee

Summerhill BBQ:

4:00- 7:00 pm, Summerhill

Eat some great food, prepared by y

Committee, with all of the Computi

leaders. You'll be able to play gam

and soccer, and practice your year

Descriptions

CompSci Idol / Talent Show:

7:00- 11:00 pm, Clark Hall

Definitely a highlight - you w

one of Queen's best on-camp

night of karaoke. You'll also

your unique talents and chee

during our Talent Show.

NOTE: Like all orientation ev

Day 3: Friday, September

Sidewalk Sale

9:00- 1:00 pm, JDUC / Univer

First, come and pick up your s

to send a picture during the s

taken here. You MUST compl

before picking up your stude

your card, explore the annual

will be introduced to local bu

services at Queen's as well as

free stuff, great discounts, an

Coverall Painting / Games:1:00- 3:30 pm, MacDonald Pa

Your coveralls are ready! No

making them your own! Pain

want to showcase your Quee

another unique tradition you'

join in some fun activities run

! Sit down with

and have a chance to

the various services

eed academically.

s and bond with

n fun and

p at City Park. The

ges best may be one

CompSci Cup!

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our very own Tech

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Game Show:

3:30- 4:30 pm, Dupuis Auditorium

How much do you remember? We'

game about some of the informati

over the past few days (and help re

of the key points).

Games Night

5:30- 7:00 pm, Goodwin and Walte

Choose from a wide array of boardconsole game such as rock band or

LAN Party / Movie Night/ Art-Sci C

7:00- 12:00 am, Goodwin and Walt

Watch an awesome movie or take

party, which is available to players

you want, you can purchase a ticke

concert and attend that instead!

Day 4: Saturday, September 8t

Tamming and Traditions

8:15- 10:00 am, Grant HallLearn all about the traditions you'v

to over your first week at Queen's.

officially welcomed into the Queen'

receiving your official Computing T

to put it on until after the ceremon

covers your ears!

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n you've picked up

mind you of some

Light Hall

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Frosh Adventures:

10:00- 12:00 pm, Across Camp

A campus-wide photo scaven

to complete this challenge by

wins!

Lunch:

12:00- 1:00 pm, TBA

Nom nom nom on some delici

CompSci Cup:

1:00- 4:00 pm, City Park

The final challenge of Orientat

debugging skills to the test, co

put forth by the TC as a group,

your appreciation by getting t

#HashtagMUD

High Table Dinner:

6:00- 9:00 pm, Lower Ban Rig

Put on your best semi-formal

down with your first year pee

have a slideshow of photos fr

Orientation Week, closing wo

Techs, and present the CompS

to the frosh groups.

ASUS Semi Formal:

Dance the night away with yo

and Arts and Science at the Se

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us

er hunt! The first group

visiting all the locations

ous food.

ion Week! Put your

nquer various challenges

and show your leaders

em unbelievably messy!

Hall

attire and have a nice sit-

s, Techs and TCs. We'll

m highlights of

ds from your TC and

ci Cup and other awards

r new Computing friends

mi-Formal!


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What

What Do I Wear Durin

During Orientation Week, you s

Orientation T-Shirt (provided at

get dirty or wet during some act

inform you of these events befo

Other things you may want to b

light jacket (cool mornings/ rain

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additional spending money.

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Get Involved!

There are countless opportunities at Queen's to cater to any of your interests through clubs, societies,

committees, and more! Be sure to watch your Queen's email account in September for more

information on these and other exciting opportunities to get involved with your school. In the

meantime, here are a few groups on campus that can help get you started!

Computing Students' Association (COMPSA)

COMPSA is our Computing Student Government and offers lots of great ways to get involved such as

intramural sports, social events, tutoring, or even positions on its Council. This year, one of the

positions available is the First Year Representative, to be elected in the Fall term. The person who takesthis position will represent all First Year students at COMPSA meetings and will help relay information

back to them. If you're interested, you can always sit in on a few COMPSA General Assemblies and see

how it works! For more information about COMPSA, check out the website at

http://www.compsa.queensu.ca/ , and feel free to contact any of this year's Council members with any

questions or concerns.

Arts and Science Undergraduate Society (ASUS)

Being a member of the School of Computing means you're also a member of the Faculty of Arts and

Science. ASUS , the Arts and Science Student Government, and offers various positions in their charities

and on their committees, as well as running various social events throughout the year. The COMPSA VP

Operations sits on the ASUS Assembly, so if you ever want to know what happens or want to give your

input to ASUS feel free to get in touch with next year's VP Operations, Maggie Laidlaw! You can also sit

in and watch the meetings yourself. For more information on ASUS, check out their website at

http://queensasus.com/.

Alma Mater Society (AMS)

The Alma Mater Society represents all undergraduate students at Queen's. They offer most of the

student run services you can see on campus, as well as most clubs. The COMPSA President and VP

University Affairs both sit on the AMS Assembly, so if you ever want to know what happens or want to

give your input to the AMS, feel free to get in touch with next year's President, Elizabeth Lappin or VP

University Affairs, Sahib Purba. Check out the AMS website at http://myams.org/.

If you want information ahead of time but aren't sure where to start, contact the COMPSA council to

point you in the right direction, or you can ask other Queen's upper years questions on either of the

following Facebook pages:

Queen's Computing Class of 2016 Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/QueensComputingClassOf2016

Queen's University Arts and Science Class of 2016 Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/125569767565769/


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Tips For First Year

You may encounter times of academic stress in your first year that you are unaccustomed to.There are a variety of services that can help you work through these situations that you will

learn about during frosh week. By going to class, reading your text books and completing your

assignments, you put yourself in a good position to be successful.

A large part of adjusting to university life for many is trying to balance academic and socialtime. It is great to have fun, but remember that school should be your number one priority.

However, some down-time is essential to feeling and performing your best.

Getting involved is a great way to meet new friends and add to your resume to help with yoursummer job search. Look for opportunities with ASUS, COMPSA and the AMS this fall. Many

Committees and groups will be looking for First Year representation.

A fridge and a printer are nice additions to any residence room. Fridges can be rented athttp://coolers.ca but can also be found on sale during the summer for similar, reasonable

prices. Printers are also fairly inexpensive too and can save you the time of traveling to

campus and printing off your assignments. If your work ends up being done at the last

minute, you'll be glad you bought your own printer.

Don't be afraid to approach your Profs and TAs with questions. That's what they're there for!If you need to know the answer, chances are that at least 10 other people in the class need to

know it too. Alternatively, most Profs have office hours where you can go to seek help if you

feel uncomfortable speaking out in class.

Take your elective courses seriously. This is your chance to take something outside yourprogram that interests you! If you're unsure about what to take, ask your Techs, TC or

Residence Don during Orientation Week for suggestions or about elective classes they have

enjoyed.

If a class you really want or need to take fills up, don't give up! Many people switch or dropclasses during the first week or two, so keep checking SOLUS to see if a spot has opened up.

Approach every situation with an open mind. University is about expanding your horizons.You'll be exposed to ideas, cultures and much more that you have never experiences before.

Take it all in. Remember, there is always someone to talk to if you encounter a situation you

are unfamiliar with and are unsure of how to proceed.

Be sure to take care of your health. It is not always easy but you should strive to get enoughsleep and to eat well. Exercise is a great stress reliever, and as a student you'll have access to

the Athletics and Recreation Center (ARC) from 6 am to 12:30 am on most days to help you

stay active.


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Oil Thigh

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The Oil Thigh, circa 898, is the Queen's University fight song. It is sung frequently during Orientation

Week as an inter-faculty cheer, as well as after every time the Gaels score a touchdown at football

games. The repeated lines in the chorus translate to "The College of the Queen forever." The Oil Thigh

is a proud Queen's tradition that exemplifies the spirit and strong sense of community among Queen's

students/ Here are the lyrics but don't worry about memorizing it- you'll get plenty of practice soon!

Chorus:

Oil thigh na Banrighinn a'Banrighinn gu brath!

Oil thigh na Banrighinn a'Banrighinn gu brath!Oil thigh na Banrighinn a'Banrighinn gu brath!

Cha-gheill! Cha-gheill! Cha-gheill!

(Pronounced "Kay-Ya! Kay-Ya! Kay-Ya!")

Sing!

Queen's College colours we are wearing once again,

Soiled as they are by the battle and the rain,

Yet another victory to wipe away the stain!

So, Gaels, go in and win!

Sing!




Cha-gheill! Cha-gheill! Cha-gheill!

Sing!

What's the sport of Kings?

Queen's! Queen's! Queen's!

Oil thigh na Banrighinn

Cha Gheill! Cha Gheill! Cha Gheill!

Oil thigh na Banrighinn

Cha Gheill! Cha Gheill! Cha Gheill!

Go Queen's!


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