Queen's Alumni

It’s time to have your say. We’re inviting nominations for four-year terms on the University Council, with 10 positions open this year. Alumni, check your inbox for an email with full details on how to take part. Nominations close March 31.

Sajeel Purewal, Com’24, is reimagining building operations with his startup, 3E8 Robotics. Their autonomous robot, Elly, can navigate hallways, ride elevators, and deliver items in hotels, condos, and more, from fresh towels to food orders. Read more: bit.ly/4szVDfO

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One hundred years ago, alumni returned to campus and voted to form the Queen’s University Alumni Association (QUAA), affirming that alumni are part of the @queensu story, not just its history. Read more on the origins of the QUAA: bit.ly/4b6Of4z

Sophie de Goede, Com’22, is rugby royalty. From leading @queensu to a national title, returning from ACL injury, to becoming Canada’s top scorer, World Cup silver medalist & World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year. Read more: bit.ly/3LseEB6 @queensgaels

This #InternationalWomensDay, we’re celebrating five @queensu alumnae named to Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards by the @WXN. Their leadership reflects this year’s theme, #GiveToGain: when we support women, everyone benefits. Read more: bit.ly/4aVI58z

Herbert “Barry” Robins, Sc’64, embodied humility, kindness, and community. From helping young hockey players to creating the Robins Family Professorship in Engineering Chemistry @queensu, his lasting legacy continues to inspire. Read more: bit.ly/4bOpRqb

POSTPONED: This event will no longer take place on Tuesday, March 3 due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. A new date will be announced in son Learn more: queensu.ca/alumni/a-queen… @queensu

From journalism to chocolate mastery, Mary Luz Mejia, Artsci’93, became Canada’s first Level III Certified Chocolate Taster. She now judges competitions, runs tastings, and writes about craft chocolate’s stories, flavours, and traditions. Read more: bit.ly/4k5a0FR

As CBC’s first adviser of AI projects, Rignam Wangkhang is helping the public broadcaster navigate AI responsibly. From his family’s Tibetan roots to work with the UN, he brings integrity, vision, and a commitment to serving audiences across Canada. bit.ly/4rtPjGj

@queensu alumna Margaret Zou, Artsci’13, is demonstrating impactful leadership at the Kawartha World Issues Centre, where youth are building skills and community to drive change in climate action, education, and gender equity. More: bit.ly/4tWA6zu

Alumna Bronwyn Corrigan, Artsci’13, shares 26 Olympians, Paralympians, and Special Olympians in her debut book, celebrating female and non-binary athletes and the many ways people can excel in sport. More: bit.ly/4rhK9NC | @queensgaels

Financial stability can be critical when facing life's hardest moments. Thanks to Matthew McGrath, BCom’96, the $1M Matthew McGrath Bursary offers renewable multi-year support to @SmithBusiness Commerce students navigating loss or major challenges. More: bit.ly/4rw3Stm

Five @queensu alumni have been named to the #OrderofOntario: Stephen Smith, Sc’72, LLD’17, Maj.-Gen. Jean-Robert Bernier, Jamaica Cass, PhD’14, Richard Rooney and David Wake, LLB’72. Read more: bit.ly/4qDgn4R

@QueensU is shaping its future, and alumni and supporters like you make it possible. Join Principal Patrick Deane & Chancellor Shelagh Rogers on March 3 for a virtual conversation about the future of #QueensU. Register: bit.ly/4kyreMd

On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we’re celebrating Dr. Melissa Graham, Artsci’04. As lead community scientist at the @VRubinObs, she’s helping democratize astronomy and reveal a brand-new view of our universe. Read more: bit.ly/4pZ7xhC

Danielle Teller learned at @queensu that failure can teach your greatest lessons. That resilience carried her from medicine to a career as a novelist, exploring reinvention, moral complexity, and the lessons history keeps teaching us. Read more: bit.ly/4sTFMd1

Calling all @queensu grads who identify as women! Applications are open for three fully funded year-long fellowships to support study, research, or creative work. Learn more about the Jean Royce, Marty Memorial, and Alfred Bader Fellowships: bit.ly/4qqVPN1

Before leading TSN, Bell Media, and now the CFL as its 15th commissioner, Stewart Johnston, Com’95, learned key career lessons running a student window-cleaning business at @queensu. Earning customer trust and hard work shaped the leader he is today. bit.ly/3Ns2Cbx

On #WorldCancerDay, we’re spotlighting the people behind the progress. At @queensu, alumni, researchers, clinicians, and donors are advancing cancer prevention, treatment, and care, united by this year’s theme #UnitedByUnique. Learn more: bit.ly/4qgq09u @QueensUHealth