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Nickname(s): Kels, Gorilla (Thank-you, grade six)

Favourite First Year Course: Dram 100, Clst 101 – Doroftei is a hilarious professor!

Hometown: Calgary, AB

Favourite thing about Teach Exec: Their color scheme. Dark orchid is my favourite color. I also love their dedication, enthusiasm, organization and overall amazing-ness! They are wonderful!

Favourite thing about Con-Ed: The love! Everyone is so tight. And the booty shaking, it’s a natural talent of mine.

Personal spotlight: Drama/English/Psych concentrator in I/S. I love theatre, horseback riding, Zefron, Sue from Glee, Alan Rickman, and competitive quidditch. I have an unnatural fear of balloons. Also, a warning to those from out of province: they sell milk in bags here. Yes, bags. I know, I don’t get it either.

Words of wisdom for the Frosh of 2014:

Get involved – It is absolutely the best thing you can do! Be open to change – your marks will drop, you will feel overwhelmed at times but that’s okay, you still belong here! Don’t feel like you have to study in Club Stauf exclusively – go find other rooms/hallways/buildings where it will be quieter and less stressful. Use flex dollars wisely. Every lecture you skip cost you $21. Remember that.

Study somewhere other than your room! Do your readings. Just do them. It will make life better. Email and visit your profs and TAs. They really do want to talk to you! Take time to relax and have fun!

Nickname(s): Linds, Lindsors, Muckaluk

Hometown: Campbellford! (C’ford whaaat!)

Favourite First-Year Course: MATH120 because Nielsen is by far the cutest, sweetest old man in the world!

Favourite thing about Teach Exec: They are probably 4 of the nicest and smartest ladies that Con-Ed has to offer

Favourite thing about Con-Ed: How much do I love Con-Ed? SOOOOO much! Everyone is just so nice, and I’m pretty sure it’s the only faculty where you walk by a group of upper-years and they actually know who you are!

Personal Spotlight: I’m from a small town and grew up on dairy farm. I have a miniature schnauzer named Mr. Tibbs. I own more than 10 pieces of clothing relating to Queen’s. I’m in I/S and would love to teach Math and Music. I’m obsessed with watching How I Met Your Mother and Friends and quote them like it’s my job. I love going camping in the summertime. My favourite thing to do at Queen’s is walk around campus shouting Con-Ed’s many wonderful cheers.

Words of Wisdom for Frosh 2014: Go to every Con-Ed event possible! Especially Buddy Picnic, Formal, and Con-Ed Camp… just do it all! School is a lot more fun when you recognize ConEddies everywhere on campus!! Oh, and try not to skip out on Frosh Week events. I know the schedule is crazy busy, but it will be 4 of the best days of your lives guaranteed! One last thing: go to football games! Queen’s school spirit is absolutely amazing and it’s a fantastic feeling to be a part of that!!!

Nickname: Mags

Hometown: Waterloo!

Favourite First Year Course: English 110

Favourite Thing About Teach Exec: They each bring their individual characters to make a great team; they’re full of determination, creativity and so much fun! Their passion for con-ed and genuine concern for everyone is great! KL^SS J

Personal Spotlight: I’m usually pretty shy and reserved when I first meet people, but once you get to know me I’m one of the loudest and craziest people you’ll meet. I couldn’t have asked for a better first year experience at Queen’s. I met some of the most amazing people, got involved and made some unforgettable memories. I love to swim, dance up a storm, hang out with my friends and family and most of all I love con-ed!

Favourite Thing About Con – Ed: Despite being a small faculty, we have a lot of energy and spirit and we cheer the loudest! We are a very close-knit faculty with lots of love so even if you don’t know everyone at the beginning; you’ll make many friends by the end of the year! Of course, I love the booty shaking too!

Words of Wisdom for the Frosh of 14: Don’t be afraid to try new things, bring all your wackiest and craziest stuff to Queen’s – you will find a use for it, get involved in at least one thing outside of school (volunteering/sports/clubs), work hard in school and use flex carefully. Your floor will become your best friends. For all you westies, don’t fret, you’re going to have an unforgettable year – west is the best. Be yourself, and have fun! I look forward to meeting all you froshies, and making your frosh week a week to remember!

Nickname(s): Met, Eunice, Matty, Main Ranger

Hometown: Manchester UK / Kingston ON

Favourite First Year Course: ENGL110 with the godly Professor Scott-Morgan Straker

Favourite thing about Teach Exec: Cuddlier than pillowcase full of kittens and teddy bears and cleverer than a bookcase of calculators, this super-ridic bunch of soon-to-be school teachers is always there to support you in your transition to Queen’s. I hear they can organize a mean frosh week too…

Favourite thing about Con-Ed: Small yet mighty, Con-Ed is a fun loving faculty that just can’t wait to have you in its family. The special thing about Con-Ed is its genuine warmth and love. The welcome you receive is in no way superficial, but rather brimming with Queen’s Pride and Con-Ed love.

Personal spotlight: I love tea. If you love tea, and perhaps even if you don’t, come find me and we can chat over a steaming pot of Earl Grey.

Words of wisdom for the Frosh of 2014: Frosh week and the transition to university life are incredibly challenging and whatever extremes of excitement, nervousness or apprehension you are feeling are perfectly normal and nothing to be ashamed of. Every single first year has felt and will feel exactly the same way. But not to fear – you will all find your niche. By the end of the year, no matter who you are, you will have found your own new family of friends. And remember, you have the advantage of going into a wonderful faculty that will welcome and love you. So throw yourself into frosh week with all your nervous tensions and joy and prepare yourself for four wonderful years. I assure you, all will be well.