Student Support
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, & Indigeneity
Smith Commerce is committed to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigeneity, including anti-racism within the program, and to preparing students to promote those values in their business careers.
A variety of resources are available to Commerce students within Smith School of Business and at Queen’s University. Explore Inclusive Queen’s and Smith’s EDII website for more about commitments, programs and initiatives.
Learn more about resources and supports for Indigenous students.
Commerce Portal
Here you will find up-to-date information about your Commerce program. It is important to check the Commerce portal regularly as all important announcements are communicated through this online student platform. Please note: To access the Commerce portal you must sign in with your Queen's User Net ID and Password.
Academic Advisors
All academic advising appointments can be made directly on the Commerce portal for the services listed below. A Commerce Academic Advisor can help you with the following:
- Timetable
- Course selection
- Degree requirements
- Assistance with finding services on campus
- Leaves of Absence (LOA), Letter of Permission (LOP), Appeals and Special Permission
If you're not sure where to get help, come speak to us and we will either help you or direct you to the right place.
Commerce Counsellors
Smith has two Personal Counsellors embedded within the Faculty. These counsellors are an extension of Queen's University Student Wellness Services, and can assist you with the following:
- Private and confidential matters
- Adjusting to University
- Academic concerns
- Addiction
- Anxiety/stress
- Grief
- Relationship concerns
- Sadness/low mood/depression
- Mental health