By Hollie Knapp-Fisher, Communications Intern

New Rector Mike Young (ConEd카지노 게임 컬렉션�15) faces the daunting task of not only representing the interests of all undergraduate and graduate students but also following in the footsteps of his popular and well-respected predecessor, Nick Francis (Artsci카지노 게임 컬렉션�14). Even though it will be a challenge, Mr. Young sees a wonderful opportunity to build on Mr. Francis카지노 게임 컬렉션� initiatives while implementing some of his own ideas.

Rector Mike Young wants to support the innovative spirit within the Queen's student population.

카지노 게임 컬렉션�The role of the rector is to be the voice of the students and a liaison to the university, but being a confidential support system for students is a role that is often underutilized,카지노 게임 컬렉션� he says. 카지노 게임 컬렉션�I want the students to know that I am here for them and they can stop in and see me in my office at any time.카지노 게임 컬렉션�

Introducing himself to the broader Queen카지노 게임 컬렉션�s community during the election period presented some challenges for the unassuming gender studies student.

카지노 게임 컬렉션�It was so strange seeing my face plastered all around campus and on social media. I카지노 게임 컬렉션�ve never experienced anything like that before,카지노 게임 컬렉션� he says. 카지노 게임 컬렉션�Luckily I had people like Nick, Sarah Kucharczuk (Artsci카지노 게임 컬렉션�14) and my family to support me, and the end result was worth it. It카지노 게임 컬렉션�s an honour to be chosen to take on this role.카지노 게임 컬렉션�

During his time at Queen카지노 게임 컬렉션�s, Mr. Young has developed a strong desire to raise awareness of mental health issues and equity on campus. As rector, he wants to support students as they pursue their own passions.

카지노 게임 컬렉션�I really want to keep alive the innovative spirit that Queen카지노 게임 컬렉션�s has to offer. It카지노 게임 컬렉션�s amazing to watch students who see a gap in the community and have the drive not only to fill that gap but to take on the responsibility that it holds.카지노 게임 컬렉션�

Mr. Young has a passion for music and can often be found performing around town. His dream is to one day become a primary school teacher.

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