For information on current health and safety requirements, visit the Smith information page.
Smith School of Business is committed to cultivating a vibrant, diverse and inclusive academic and work environment rooted in a culture of mutual respect and equity such that all members of our community feel safe, possess a strong sense of belonging, and are empowered to thrive.
Learn more about our commitmentThe top priorities at Smith School of Business and Queen’s University are the health and safety of students, faculty, staff and our local communities, and supporting our students and alumni as they navigate the changing dynamics of business.
The university and the school have adjusted operations and program delivery, and put in place robust health protocols.
Learn more about Fall 2021 program deliveryStudent Wellness Services (SWS) supports the personal, academic, and social health development of students at Queen's University by providing a range of programs and services. We aim to offer a welcoming, confidential, and integrated service that is responsive to your health and wellness needs.
Learn moreOnline services, advising, events, and programs: There's lots happening online! Learn more on how to connect with student services related to health and wellness, the student experience, and academic and career-related supports.
Student Support ServicesHours of Operation. Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we continue to navigate these unprecedented times. Due to low sales and high operating costs due to Public Health guidelines in response to COVID-19 we have reduced hours of operations in some locations and closed others.
Dining Hours of OperationMost student housing, Queen’s-owned or otherwise, is within a 20-minute walk to campus. Whether your student chooses to live on campus in resident, or off-campus in the University District and beyond, Queen’s has a unique sense of community. Learn more about on-campus residence accommodations, and off-campus community housing.
Residences & HousingAttending university is a time of excitement and change, but university life can also feel demanding and sometimes overwhelming. Students away from home for the first time may find they are homesick and miss the close support of their family and friends. International students may find it challenging to adjust to a new culture.
Encourage your student to:While ups and downs are a normal and necessary experience, students may exhibit signs of distress as concerns accumulate. Warning signs that may indicate your student could benefit from help:
Getting started after Orientation Week will help eliminate issues of falling behind, even at the beginning. It is important for students to understand how quickly the learning begins, and the necessity of attending class, doing readings, and keeping up with assignments.
Encourage your student to set regular homework times, to create summaries and to do practice questions. Looking at the big picture and understanding concepts rather than memorizing will help students apply the information needed.
Suggest that they speak with their Don who can help students learn to let go of small things, express their concern on troublesome issues, and seek cooperation on solving the key issues.