In our first blog piece for 2016 we hear from Billie Kearns, a second year Engineering student at Queen’s University. In her piece, Billie explores the complex concept of identity through both written words and spoken poetry.
In our second blog piece for 2016 we hear from Mala Joneja, Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine. In her piece, Dr. Joneja explores the significance of promoting diversity in medical education.
The March edition of our blog is by Sarah Kastner, a doctoral candidate in the English Language and Literature department at Queen’s University. In this compelling and honest piece, Sarah discusses her experiences as a woman and mother in academia.
TK Pritchard, a recent graduate of Queen’s University is our April blog contributor. Heavily involved in student government while at Queen’s, TK bravely and honestly discusses transitions and transitioning while at university.
The summer edition of our blog is by Dr. Mona Rahman, a post-doctoral fellow in the Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences. In this piece, Mona describes her experience of growing up in Kingston and the resiliency of the community that surrounds her.
Thank you to all of our contributors and readers from 2015-2016. We enjoyed your honesty, unique perspectives and thoughtful engagement.
In honour of the 175th anniversary of Queen’s University, the 2016-2017 blog will shine a spotlight on Queen’s alumni. Over the course of this year you will hear from both current and past students (undergraduate and graduate), staff and faculty. Each month check-in to see what our latest blog contributor has to say on the topics of equity, diversity and inclusion.
In our first blog post of the 2016-2017 season, Precia Darshan discusses the classroom and the courage needed to ask questions and meet new people.
Despite working in a few office settings, being a student is my primary profession. During my time at Queen’s, I have had the pleasure of joining two faculties: the Faculty of Law and the Smith School of Business. From experiencing the dynamics of both student bodies, I have come to believe that there are some phenomena that are universal across any faculty.
The October edition of our Together We Are blog is by Theresa Yamson (Sci ’95). In this blog piece, Theresa looks back on her time at Queen’s and the family she developed throughout her university years.
In the November edition of our blog we hear from Dr. Paul Chaput. In his blog piece, Paul beautifully captures through poetry the complexity of seeing and understanding the world through multiple lenses and ways of knowing.
Julie Harmgardt is our December 2016 blogger. In her piece, Julie explores the process of transitioning from being a university student to the “adult world.” In particular, Julie looks at this process of transition from the perspective of persons living with a disability.
There are many exciting “firsts” in our lives as young adults. The first time you drive a car. The first time you go on an official date. The first time you host a dinner party and don’t burn the food. The first time you travel solo. The first time you live on your own at university or college.
