The departments of Integrated Communications and Human Resources are pleased to offer an introductory course in Microsoft Excel on February 13, from 12:30 pm to 2 pm (location TBD) for those who want to learn the basics of using this time-saving software. Many times, using new software can be a little intimidating, but with a bit of understanding and a level of comfort, one can quickly see the benefit that software can offer. This session will cover the following Excel attributes: The fundamentals of Excel Opening, saving and moving around in workbooks Formatting for look and feel Working with simple data Copy/cutting and pasting Inserting rows and columns Formula basics including sum, average, etc. Using common Excel functions Come also to have your Excel questions answered as to how this powerful software can make your life easier. This session will be led by the staff from Integrated Communications, so come for some learning, laughs, and socializing with fellow staff. Session numbers will be capped at 12 based on workstation availability in the lab. This will be a hands-on experience! Please register with Human Resources at 566-0514 or by email at humanresources@upei.ca

Neuromuscular neurologist and author of The Spiritual Doorway in the Brain: A Neurologist’s Search for the God Experience, Dr. Kevin Nelson will be on campus on January 28 and will present “In the Borderlands of consciousness: spirituality arising from the brain in crisis” from 7–9 pm in AVC’s Lecture Theatre A. Dr. Nelson is the director of medical affairs, assistant dean for clinical affairs, and professor of neurology at the University of Kentucky located in Lexington. Nelson has a PEI connection as he’s married to Rustico native, Dr. Anne Steele (nee Gallant). Steele, who is a child psychiatrist, is also a UPEI alumna. Nelson and Steele enjoy vacationing at their summer cottage in Cymbria, PEI. Nelson will discuss the remarkable phenomena of near-death experiences and life-altering events, and how the brain is working during these moments. The lecture is free and all are welcome to attend. This lecture is hosted by the faculties of arts and science with assistance from the departments of psychology, philosophy, and religious studies.

Dr. Adrian Culf, Atlantic Cancer Research Institute, will present a seminar on Wednesday, January 30 at 12:30 pm. Dr. Culf’s presentation is entitled “Isoenzyme-selective histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors: HDAC6 in human breast and prostate cancer cell lines.” The seminar will be held in Room 128 in the KC Irving Chemistry Centre.

On Tuesday, January 29 at 7:30 pm the Music Department Recital Series presents Canadian pianist Julien LeBlanc. Renowned for his great musical sensibility and his talent as a communicator, Julien will present a solo recital featuring the works of Scarlatti, Schumann, and Ravel. Julien is a well-sought-after soloist, chamber player, and accompanist. Based in Montreal, he tours the country extensively allowing audiences from coast to coast to enjoy his performances with different formations as well as in solo recitals. The performance will take place in Dr. Steel Recitall Hall. Tickets are available at the door for $15 and $10 (students and seniors). To reserve tickets or for more information, contact Susan Stensch at music@upei.ca or 566-0507.

Sister Sue Kidd, UPEI chaplain, will deliver the first talk in the UPEI University 100 Vern Smitheram and Andy Robb Leadership Development Speakers Series Winter 2013, on the theme of "Leadership, A Call to Service" on Tuesday, January 29, 1:00–2:15 pm in Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Room 328. An informal discussion period will take place following the talk which is free. All are welcome to attend. Inge Dorsey Lecturer, University 100 620-5113 idorsey@upei.ca

The Coast-to-Coast Seminar Series presents "Visual Analytics as a Cognitive Science" Dr. Brian Fisher Simon Fraser University, Vancouver Institute of Visual Analytics Tuesday, January 29 3:30 to 4:30 pm Duffy 202 (the new science video-conferencing room About the Series: The Coast-to-Coast Seminar Series is a Canada-wide seminar series, presented every second Tuesday via Access Grid video-conferencing technology. The session theme for the spring 2013 is “From data to knowledge to action". Please send an email to ag-ofm@westgrid.ca if you would like more information.

February 6 at 7 pm UPEI Main Building Faculty Lounge Please join the PEI History of Medicine Society for two fascinating talks on Canadian medical history in the nineteenth century. Our two speakers for the evening are Lisa Chilton ("Sex Scandals, Sectarianism, and Skulduggery on the Ward: Hospital Life in Mid-nineteenth-century Quebec City") and Genevieve MacDonald (“Shun Not the Struggle: Cicely Jane Georgiana Fane Pope, 1862-1938"). All are welcome! For more information about the Society, please contact Shannon Murray (smurray@upei.ca), James Moran (jmoran@upei.ca), or Lamont Sweet (lesweet@ihis.org).

The deadline for Biosafety Protocol Submission--new, renewal, or amendments--is Friday, February 1. Ensure you always download the current forms from http://research.upei.ca/forms and use Adobe Reader to complete forms. - Submit one copy of original protocol with signatures to 200 Kelley Memorial Building Those protocols received after the deadline will be reviewed the following month. For more information, please contact Lisa MacDougall at 620-5104. Lisa MacDougall Research Services University of Prince Edward Island (902) 620-5104

Academic Supports & Programs, January 29, 12:15-1:00 pm Can't make the open house event (January 31, 11.30 am-12.30 pm)? Treena Smith, manager of Webster Academic Services, and Webster Academic staff will discuss the resources available for students through the Department of Student Affairs. This is an opportunity to find out what academic services are available for you and your students!

Student Affairs Open House - January 31, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Please come and join the Student Affairs team for an open house on January 31 from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. The Student Affairs department is a combination of Webster Academic Services and Student Services creating this new dynamic integrated department. Come see the new space and find out about all the new initiatives, programs, and services offered by your Student Affairs team. Light refreshments and sweets will be provided.

Academic Supports & Programs, January 29, 12:15-1:00 pm Can't make the open house event (January 31, 11.30 am-12.30 pm)? Treena Smith, manager of Webster Academic Services, and Webster Academic staff will discuss the resources available for students through the Department of Student Affairs. This is an opportunity to find out what academic services are available for you and your students!

Student Affairs Open House - January 31, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Please come and join the Student Affairs team for an open house on January 31 from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. The Student Affairs department is a combination of Webster Academic Services and Student Services creating this new dynamic integrated department. Come see the new space and find out about all the new initiatives, programs, and services offered by your Student Affairs team. Light refreshments and sweets will be provided.

February 6 at 7 pm UPEI Main Building Faculty Lounge Please join the PEI History of Medicine Society for two fascinating talks on Canadian medical history in the nineteenth century. Our two speakers for the evening are Lisa Chilton ("Sex Scandals, Sectarianism, and Skulduggery on the Ward: Hospital Life in Mid-nineteenth-century Quebec City") and Genevieve MacDonald (“Shun Not the Struggle: Cicely Jane Georgiana Fane Pope, 1862-1938"). All are welcome! For more information about the Society, please contact Shannon Murray (smurray@upei.ca), James Moran (jmoran@upei.ca), or Lamont Sweet (lesweet@ihis.org).

The deadline for Biosafety Protocol Submission--new, renewal, or amendments--is Friday, February 1. Ensure you always download the current forms from http://research.upei.ca/forms and use Adobe Reader to complete forms. - Submit one copy of original protocol with signatures to 200 Kelley Memorial Building Those protocols received after the deadline will be reviewed the following month. For more information, please contact Lisa MacDougall at 620-5104. Lisa MacDougall Research Services University of Prince Edward Island (902) 620-5104

Academic Supports & Programs, January 29, 12:15-1:00 pm Can't make the open house event (January 31, 11.30 am-12.30 pm)? Treena Smith, manager of Webster Academic Services, and Webster Academic staff will discuss the resources available for students through the Department of Student Affairs. This is an opportunity to find out what academic services are available for you and your students!

Student Affairs Open House - January 31, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Please come and join the Student Affairs team for an open house on January 31 from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. The Student Affairs department is a combination of Webster Academic Services and Student Services creating this new dynamic integrated department. Come see the new space and find out about all the new initiatives, programs, and services offered by your Student Affairs team. Light refreshments and sweets will be provided.

February 6 at 7 pm UPEI Main Building Faculty Lounge Please join the PEI History of Medicine Society for two fascinating talks on Canadian medical history in the nineteenth century. Our two speakers for the evening are Lisa Chilton ("Sex Scandals, Sectarianism, and Skulduggery on the Ward: Hospital Life in Mid-nineteenth-century Quebec City") and Genevieve MacDonald (“Shun Not the Struggle: Cicely Jane Georgiana Fane Pope, 1862-1938"). All are welcome! For more information about the Society, please contact Shannon Murray (smurray@upei.ca), James Moran (jmoran@upei.ca), or Lamont Sweet (lesweet@ihis.org).

The deadline for Biosafety Protocol Submission--new, renewal, or amendments--is Friday, February 1. Ensure you always download the current forms from http://research.upei.ca/forms and use Adobe Reader to complete forms. - Submit one copy of original protocol with signatures to 200 Kelley Memorial Building Those protocols received after the deadline will be reviewed the following month. For more information, please contact Lisa MacDougall at 620-5104. Lisa MacDougall Research Services University of Prince Edward Island (902) 620-5104

*We've planned two, half days over the break to introduce you to some of the possibilities. Faculty from around campus have been invited to show you what they are doing online. There will also be support staff to give you a sense of what services you can use to help you get started. The sessions will take place from 1:00-4:30 pm on February 19 and 9:00 am-12:30 pm on the morning of February 20. The workshops will be held in McDougall Hall 328 with light refreshments provided. There is no cost for the sessions, but faculty are invited to register with the Centre for Life-Long Learning via email: Lisa Mackinnon-Laybolt at lmmackinnon@upei.ca We also want to make it clear that the session is divided in two parts and both are meant to be attended. Questions about the event? Contact Daniel Lynds at dlynds@upei.ca

Similar to last year, we will be having a "Pie Your Prof" event on Thursday, January 31, as part of the Student Union's Frost Week 2013 . Students have the chance to place bids on the prof they would like to pie, and the highest bidder gets to pie their prof. Money raised goes towards a "Pimp My Lounge" contest. Frost Week is an important week for the Student Union, as it brings students, faculty, and staff together in a friendly, interfaculty rivalry. If you'd be interested in or willing to be pied in the face, please email Jon at vpactivities@upeisu.ca. We would really appreciate your support!