The School of Policy Studies at Queen's is committed to positively shaping public policy through education of the leaders of the future. Interdisciplinary and experiential learning opportunities provide our students with the perspective, connections and inspiration to discover solutions to complex social issues. We immerse our students in current public policy discourse through a network of faculty, alumni, researchers and community partners, providing active opportunities to impact public good.
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Graduate & Professional School Fairs provide an opportunity to explore different educational opportunities beyond the undergraduate level. If you're interested in a Masters degree in Public Administration, come visit us at these upcoming fairs:
- McMaster University (Hamilton) - Tues Sep 27
- University of Toronto (Scarborough) - Weds Sep 28
- University of Western Ontario (London) - Thurs Oct 13
Upcoming Events
Oct
06
Thursday
POLICY TALKS LECTURE: "Canaries and Coal Mines – the ER as ultimate healthcare performance metric"
Lecturer: Dr. David Walker, Professor, Department of Family Medicine and School of Policy6 Studies
Oct
20
Thursday
POLICY TALKS LECTURE; "Fires, floods, and the new normal of climate change: Ranking Canada’s response"
Lecturer: Warren Mabee, Director and Associate Dean, School of Policy Studies
Spotlight
Through the Eyes of the North: Our Collective Responsibility
On April 12, Her Excellency, the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, served as the guest speaker for the Tom Courchene Distinguished Speaker Series. Her Excellency, who has international recognition for her work on Arctic and Indigenous issues, spoke about our collective responsibility as a country to the North, climate change, and reconciliation.
Remembering Queen Elizabeth II
The Kingston Whig-Standard recently interviewed members of the Kingston community after the death of her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II was announced.
Various members from the School of Policy Studies were involved in this article. These include:
- Kathy Brock
- Helen Cooper
- Peter Milliken
- Hugh Segal
Recent Lectures
Drs. Gerald Evans, Kieran Moore, Samantha Buttemer & David Walker