Students at Queen’s University express dissatisfaction with the Responsible Investing Annual Report, advocating for more decisive action in divesting from fossil fuels. Queen’s Backing Action on the Climate Crisis (QBACC) launches a campaign, challenging the university's investments. Despite aiming for a 25% reduction in the carbon footprint by 2030, QBACC argues it falls short.
In an email obtained by The Journal on Monday afternoon, the University notified the AMS executive that Evans is seeking to reschedule a meeting with student leaders after learning the scope of Assembly has changed, citing concerns that AMS Assembly will not lead to productive dialogue.
Vice-Principal (Culture, Equity, and Inclusion) Stephanie Simpson, and Principal Patrick Deane answered questions submitted by students in a sparsely attended room in Goodes Hall. Topics ranged from housing to supporting international students. Both Simpson and Deane identified the ongoing violence in the Middle East as the most important social issue affecting students on campus.