John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC)

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History Commonly referred to as the JDUC, the centre is located on the site of Kingston’s old Orphan’s home which was constructed in 1862. The building was purchased by the University in 1927 to serve as the Students’ Memorial Union, named in commemoration of students who died during the First World War.

Fun Facts The JDUC is home to the Queen’s student government, called the Alma Mater Society (AMS). Founded in 1858, the AMS is the oldest student association in Canada and is entirely student-run.

Academics and Student Life The AMS provides many extra-curricular opportunities, sanctions over 300+ clubs, offers over 500 paid positions for students and 1000+ volunteer opportunities. The JDUC houses a number of AMS services, including: P&CC (printer and copy shop), Tricolour Outlet (Clothing, School supplies, Bus Service and Event tickets), Walkhome (our student led safe walks program) and the Queen’s Pub. Other services include a hair styling salon, bank machines and gender-neutral washrooms. An exciting revitalization project was conditionally approved in 2019 for the JDUC by the University in partnership with the AMS.

Accessibility: The main entrance is not accessible, though there is an accessible entrance off University Avenue. The elevator is located in the hallway near the Society for Graduate and Professional Students (by the Union Street doors). There are accessible washrooms on the ground floor and level 1.