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What Do I Need For Orientation
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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
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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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
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p, cheesecakes, hot wings, and chicken fingers and when fr
his hood and pulls the drawstrings or makes a cute look o
s. Krull-candeo gordon-universus is incredibly powerful, fun
gaming battles which he rarely loses.
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Boston Celtics jersey that was coveted by all. However, o
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taste. She now can be found sipping tea on the sixth floor
s every Monday without fail.
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is the final Pokemon form of Happiny. Just being aroundant to everyone. If she sees a sick Pokemon, she will alway
back to health. Her fluffy fur allows her to sense feelings o
ace to the source, no matter the distance, and share her eg
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tech committee we do our best to ensure that the locatio
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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
votion to use her powers of multitasking and organizing fo
er delight that she could grow a money tree with the snap
ganize events at the speed of sound. Moving away from he
d a determination that had been growing in her mind. Kat
enefit computing frosh everywhere. And so was created Su
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
Sponsorship ([email protected] rules, an ancient land called OHMYLANTA, populated by
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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ascinating, customs in this land. For example, shutting the
a mating call. Also, it is an insult to her if you tell her a jok
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sacred words "that's so cute" to you... never forget it.
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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
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tion, prizes and activities.
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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
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and have a chance to
the various services
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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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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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medication, epi-pens, identifica
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Concert or the Sidewalk Sale. T
additional spending money.
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days).
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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!
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!
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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