In her role as Vice-Provost (Academic Affairs), Dr. Lynne-Marie Postovit leads the academic development of the university – this includes oversight of all academic appointments and renewal, tenure, and promotion processes, with a specific eye to research standards, and equity, diversity, and inclusion; disciplinary issues and collective bargaining, in collaboration with Faculty Relations; and leadership on capital projects with academic and/or university-wide implications.
Dr. Postovit is a highly respected researcher and recognized authority on ovarian cancer. She was most recently head of the Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences at Queen's, and she has received numerous awards and distinctions, most recently a Canada Research Chair in Translational Cancer Research. Dr. Postovit earned her PhD in anatomy and cell biology at Queen’s, and before returning to the university as a professor in 2019, she held various positions at Western University and the University of Alberta, and co-directed the Cancer Research Institute of Northern Alberta.
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Oct 09, 2025
Annual United Way campaign kicks off
Queen’s committee sets a $475,000 fundraising goal to support the KFL&A community.

Oct 08, 2025
Celebrating a community of Queen’s scholars
A recent reception in Grant Hall highlighted recipients of the university’s major scholarships and awards that are making a Queen’s education more accessible.

Oct 08, 2025
Queen’s community invited to Thrive
From Nov. 3 to 7, Queen’s community members can participate in special programming, events, and activities that focus on connection and inclusivity.

Oct 07, 2025
Queen’s Renew Program update
The Renew Program is advancing key process improvements in finance and HR; Facilities initiative begins.