Kingston Geography
What body of water is the Gord Downey Pier on?
Lake Ontario and/or St. Lawrence River
What is the name of the most popular coffee shop in downtown Kingston for Queen’s Students?
Crave
What are the colours on the Queen’s Tricolour flag?
Blue, Yellow, Red
What does “ASUS” stand for?
Arts and Science Undergraduate Society
What charity does ASUS Orientation partner with during Orientation Week?
Canadian Cancer Society (CCS)
What is the name of the square in downtown Kingston where the public market takes place?
Springer Market Square
What famous band is from Kingston?
The Tragically Hip
What is the Queen’s mascot?
Boo Hoo the Bear
What does “JDUC” stand for?
John Deutsch University Centre
What is the prize for the competition between the Arts and Sciences during Orientation Week?
ArtSci Cup
How many fields are on campus (including main campus and west campus)?
4
What is the name of the Kingston hockey team?
Kingston Frontenacs
What is the Queen’s Cheer?
Oil Thigh
What does your meal card “TAM” stand for?
Trade A Meal
What is the name of the hat first year students will receive at the end of orientation week?
A Tam
What college is located in Kingston?
St. Lawrence College
What is the nickname for the city of Kingston?
The Limestone City
How many residence buildings are at Queen’s?
17
What does the “ARC” stand for?
Athletics and Recreational Centre
How many different Orientation Weeks are run at Queen’s?
9
What historic military fort is located in Kingston?
Fort Henry
What year did the Kingston Penitentiary close?
2013
What year was Queen’s University Established?
1841
What does “CoGro” stand for?
Common Ground Coffeehouse
What decade did Queen’s Orientation Week begin?
1970s