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Marking career and personal achievements, special milestones and the birth of future Queen's alumni - Class Notes helps you stay in touch with former classmates, housemates, and faculty.

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  • Andrzej Antoszkiewicz, Class Note

    2000s

    Andrzej Antoszkiewicz 

    – Sc’02, MSc’05

    Spring 2026

    Andrzej has been appointed associate vice-president for corporate services at the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in Rome, a UN-specialized agency and international financial institution. He leads IFAD’s corporate functions, supporting its global development operations, and is the most senior Canadian at the organization. Andrzej previously served as chief operating officer at King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Centre for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue (KAICIID). He has also held senior leadership roles with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

  • Brian Harper, Class Note

    1950s

    Brian Charles Seymour Harper

    – MASc’59

    Spring 2026

    Brian, an Australian, graduated from Queen’s with a Master of Science in Engineering. He has since made important contributions in Australia to traffic engineering and regional planning. For his achievements in these fields he was awarded an Order of Australia Medal on Australia Day, January 26, 2026.

  • 1960s

    Dave Henselwood

    – Sc'68 

    Spring 2026

    Dave is alive, kicking, and still working as director of redevelopment for the Weeneebaykko Area Health Authority in Moosonee, helping to construct a new Healthcare Campus to serve the remote communities along the west coast of James Bay.

  • 2020s

    Nathan Nurse

    – Sc’20

    Spring 2026

    Building on the strong scientific and research foundation established at Queen’s, Nathan completed a M.Sc. in Energy Policy with distinction at the University of Sussex in 2024. In November of 2025, he published a first-author research article in the Q1-ranked journal, Energy Research & Social Science, titled, "From the C-suite to the sea suite: Rethinking frontier offshore petroleum amid ESG and climate change realities." He credits his time at Queen's for contributing to what is now a passion for responsible energy development and transition. His work as a senior research consultant is focused on navigating the intersection of traditional energy sectors and the global net-zero transition. Nathan specializes in translating complex regulatory and policy landscapes into operational reality, conducting high-stakes gap analyses, and building risk-based integrated management systems that align senior leadership objectives with industrial performance and continuous improvement.

  • Jacey Kaps, Class Note

    1990s

    Jacey Kaps

    – Artsci’90

    Spring 2026

    Jacey joined Weber Gallagher this past winter as a partner in the firm’s Miami office. “Jacey’s arrival marks an important milestone in our continued expansion in South Florida. His reputation for excellence, his deep experience in high-exposure litigation, and his ability to partner closely with sophisticated clients make him an exceptional addition to our growing team,” read a statement by Firm Chair Andrew Indeck. A nationally recognized trial lawyer, Jacey brings decades of experience representing clients in the retail, restaurant, hospitality, auto, trucking, and service industries, with a practice concentrating on general liability and casualty matters. He has earned sustained recognition for excellence in defense litigation, and has been named to Best Lawyers in America® for Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants from 2013–2026. He also holds an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating for professional excellence and ethical standards. He has also been twice commended by the Florida Supreme Court for his service to the Guardian Ad Litem Program.

  • Joanna Kirke, Class Note

    1990s

    Joanna Kirke

    – Artsc’97

    Spring 2026

    Joanna was awarded with the WXN Top 100 most Powerful Women in Canada in 2025. She won in the Entrepreneurs category, which recognizes women who own and operate thriving businesses. Joanna is the founder and CEO of Kirke Leadership. She was deeply moved to be among such an outstanding group of talented women. Her co-workers, friends and family are proud of this recognition. The list of winners includes several Queen's alumni.