The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last FOUR draws, the total pot has grown to more than $8,485, with half going to the winner of the draw.

Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI’s athletic programs. 

Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the UPEI Panthers app from the App Store or on Google Play, or play from your computer. The weekly draw is held at 8:00 pm every Saturday.

UPEI is taking part in the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) again this semester. The survey collects important information on students' participation in programs and activities and their perceptions of personal growth and university support. Results from the survey will be used to improve student experiences. 

Many first-year and fourth-year students in Arts, Business, Engineering, Nursing, and Science have been invited to fill out the survey. Students are encouraged to check their UPEI email for the invitation and complete the survey. If you have questions about the survey, please contact Dr. Yuqin Gong, Manager of Institutional Research at the Office of VP Academic and Research, via 902-566-0361 or ygong@upei.ca. 

Thank you to students for responding to the survey and to all who help spread words about the survey. 

Here's a Tea(ching) Break suggestion for week two of the Canada Game break. This blog takes a look at a recent meta-analysis of studies using a flipped teaching approach. This six-minute read shares some critiques of the original study and proposes a specific model for flipped learning. What do you think of the ideas discussed in Analyzing a meta-analysis of flipped learning?

CHANGE IN FITNESS CENTRE HOURS:

Friday, February 24: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday, February 25: CLOSED

Sunday, February 26: CLOSED

Monday, February 27 - Friday, March 3: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday, March 4: CLOSED

Sunday, March 5: CLOSED

NOTE: ONLY Canada Games athletes and UPEI students are permitted to access the Fitness Centre at the times listed above. All other members are not permitted in the Fitness Centre as per Canada Games regulations. For those members, we will add the missed two weeks to your membership.

Beginning Monday, March 6, we will return to regular operating hours, and all members will be able to use the facility.

Registrations are now open for a Bridge to PEI networking event on March 10 and conference on March 11! Welcome to all international students from the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and Collège de l'Île!

Friday, March 10: Bridge to PEI networking from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
Location: UPEI Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Schurman Market Square 248. Register today: https://lnkd.in/egVyEDkf.

Saturday, March 11: Bridge to PEI conference from 9 am to 4 pm. 
Location: Holland College, Prince of Wales Campus, 3rd floor of the Centre for Applied Sciences and Technologies building, 300 Kent Street, Charlottetown. Register today: https://lnkd.in/eFh9WkxE.

Conference speakers and topics include Top 10 Tips for a Successful Job Search by Haley Doherty, Employment and Career Advisor at Holland College; Tenant Rights and Responsibilities by Morgan Sandiford, Renting PEI Project Manager; From Student to Success: Navigating Your Career Path by Networking and Building Genuine Relationships, by Elisha Baptiste; Immigration Pathways by Jean-Marc Beauchesne, Bilingual Employer Outreach and Marketing Officer, Office of Immigration; and more!

Please contact us at studyandstaypei@upei.ca if you have any questions about the events!

A friendly reminder that UPEI staff, faculty, and community members do not have access to the Sports Centre/Fitness Centre during the Canada Games from February 18 to March 5. Only full-time UPEI students can have access to the Fitness Centre along with Canada Games athletes.

The deadline to nominate a student for the new UPEI Alumni Association Panther for Life Spirit Award  is Tuesday, February 28, at 4 pm!

This award is given to a current UPEI student (of no particular standing), who exemplifies true Panther pride inside and outside of the classroom. This individual has contributed to the campus community in a meaningful way, whether it be through their volunteerism, participation in UPEI-related events and activities, support of Panther sport, or any other significant way, that makes them a strong ambassador for UPEI, both now and as a future Panther alumni.

The recipient will receive an engraved award and a $500 cash prize and will be recognized during a celebratory student event.

Any student, staff, or faculty member may submit nominations for this award. Nominations must be received by February 28 at 4 pm to be considered for 2023.

To nominate a current student, please fill out the Panther for Life Spirit Award Nomination form here: https://www.upei.ca/alumni/awards-and-recognition/panther-for-life-spirit-award

For more information, email alumni@upei.ca

CHANGE IN FITNESS CENTRE HOURS:

Friday, February 24: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday, February 25: CLOSED

Sunday, February 26: CLOSED

Monday, February 27 - Friday, March 3: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday, March 4: CLOSED

Sunday, March 5: CLOSED

NOTE: ONLY Canada Games athletes and UPEI students are permitted to access the Fitness Centre at the times listed above. All other members are not permitted in the Fitness Centre as per Canada Games regulations. For those members, we will add the missed two weeks to your membership.

Beginning Monday, March 6, we will return to regular operating hours, and all members will be able to use the facility.

Registrations are now open for a Bridge to PEI networking event on March 10 and conference on March 11! Welcome to all international students from the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and Collège de l'Île!

Friday, March 10: Bridge to PEI networking from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
Location: UPEI Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Schurman Market Square 248. Register today: https://lnkd.in/egVyEDkf.

Saturday, March 11: Bridge to PEI conference from 9 am to 4 pm. 
Location: Holland College, Prince of Wales Campus, 3rd floor of the Centre for Applied Sciences and Technologies building, 300 Kent Street, Charlottetown. Register today: https://lnkd.in/eFh9WkxE.

Conference speakers and topics include Top 10 Tips for a Successful Job Search by Haley Doherty, Employment and Career Advisor at Holland College; Tenant Rights and Responsibilities by Morgan Sandiford, Renting PEI Project Manager; From Student to Success: Navigating Your Career Path by Networking and Building Genuine Relationships, by Elisha Baptiste; Immigration Pathways by Jean-Marc Beauchesne, Bilingual Employer Outreach and Marketing Officer, Office of Immigration; and more!

Please contact us at studyandstaypei@upei.ca if you have any questions about the events!

The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last THREE draws, the total pot has grown to more than $6,200, with half going to the winner of the draw.

Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI’s athletic programs. 

Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the UPEI Panthers app from the App Store or on Google Play, or play from your computer. The weekly draw is held at 8:00 pm every Saturday.

Registrations are now open for a Bridge to PEI networking event on March 10 and conference on March 11! Welcome to all international students from the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and Collège de l'Île!

Friday, March 10: Bridge to PEI networking from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
Location: Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Schurman Market Square 248, UPEI. Register today: https://lnkd.in/egVyEDkf.

Saturday, March 11: Bridge to PEI conference from 9 am to 4 pm. 
Location: Holland College, Prince of Wales Campus, 3rd floor of the Centre for Applied Sciences and Technologies building, 300 Kent Street, Charlottetown. Register today: https://lnkd.in/eFh9WkxE.

Conference speakers and topics include Top 10 Tips for a Successful Job Search by Haley Doherty, Employment and Career Advisor at Holland College; Tenant Rights and Responsibilities, Morgan Sandiford, Renting PEI Project Manager; From Student to Success: Navigating Your Career Path by Networking and Building Genuine Relationships, Elisha Baptiste; Immigration Pathways by Jean-Marc Beauchesne, Bilingual Employer Outreach and Marketing Officer, Office of Immigration; and more!

Please contact us at studyandstaypei@upei.ca if you have any questions about the events!

A friendly reminder that UPEI staff, faculty, and community members do not have access to the Sports Centre/Fitness Centre during the Canada Games from February 18 to March 5. Only full-time UPEI students can have access to the Fitness Centre along with Canada Games athletes.

UPEI annually acknowledges individuals for their outstanding contributions to the success of the University. The awards are valued at $1,000 each and given in recognition of excellence of faculty, librarians, clinical veterinary professionals, clinical nursing instructors, sessional instructors, and staff.

These awards will be presented during a Celebration of Colleagues to be held on Thursday, May 25, 2023, from 1:00 to 2:30 pm in McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre. 

Nominations are open and must be submitted to universityawards@upei.ca by the last Friday in February each year. This year, nominations close on Friday, February 24. 

For further details on the awards and the nomination process, please visit http://www.upei.ca/president/presidential-recognition-awards-merit

The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last THREE draws, the total pot has grown to more than $6,200, with half going to the winner of the draw.

Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI’s athletic programs. 

Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the UPEI Panthers app from the App Store or on Google Play, or play from your computer. The weekly draw is held at 8:00 pm every Saturday.

On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, ITSS will conduct routine maintenance from 8 pm to 12 midnight. During this time, Colleague and myUPEI will be offline.

We encourage students, faculty, and staff who may need documents or links located on myUPEI to plan ahead and bookmark or download the resources they may need during this period.

As a reminder, you can access Moodle directly using https://moodle.upei.ca

The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last THREE draws, the total pot has grown to more than $6,200, with half going to the winner of the draw.

Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI’s athletic programs. 

Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the UPEI Panthers app from the App Store or on Google Play, or play from your computer. The weekly draw is held at 8:00 pm every Saturday.

UPEI annually acknowledges individuals for their outstanding contributions to the success of the University. The awards are valued at $1,000 each and given in recognition of excellence of faculty, librarians, clinical veterinary professionals, clinical nursing instructors, sessional instructors, and staff.

These awards will be presented during a Celebration of Colleagues to be held on Thursday, May 25, 2023, from 1:00 to 2:30 pm in McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre. 

Nominations are open and must be submitted to universityawards@upei.ca by the last Friday in February each year. This year, nominations close on Friday, February 24. 

For further details on the awards and the nomination process, please visit http://www.upei.ca/president/presidential-recognition-awards-merit

On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, ITSS will conduct routine maintenance from 8 pm to 12 midnight. During this time, Colleague and myUPEI will be offline.

We encourage students, faculty, and staff who may need documents or links located on myUPEI to plan ahead and bookmark or download the resources they may need during this period.

As a reminder, you can access Moodle directly using https://moodle.upei.ca

Join us on March 21 at 7:00 pm for an Island Lecture Series presentation by marine ecologist Dr. Irené Novaczek on the ecosystem restoration project at Basin Head. Basin Head was designated as a "Marine Protected Area" under the Oceans Act in 2005, to conserve and protect a unique strain of Irish moss (Chondrus crispus) which is thought to exist only within the confines of Basin Head.

The talk will focus on adaptive management of the marine protected area to ensure that the unique giant form of Irish moss at Basin Head is able to survive in the coastal lagoon environment, which is challenged by the impact of local agriculture, invasive European green crabs, and ongoing climate changes.
 

The new UPEI Alumni Association Panther for Life Spirit Award is given to a current UPEI student (of no particular standing), who exemplifies true Panther pride inside and outside of the classroom. This individual has contributed to the campus community in a meaningful way, whether it be through their volunteerism, participation in UPEI-related events and activities, support of Panther sport, or any other significant way, that makes them a strong ambassador for UPEI, both now and as a future Panther alumni.

The recipient will receive an engraved award and a $500 cash prize, and will be recognized during a celebratory student event.

Any student, staff, or faculty member may submit nominations for this award. Nominations must be received by February 28 at 4 pm to be considered for 2023.

To nominate a current student, please fill out the Panther for Life Spirit Award Nomination form here: https://www.upei.ca/alumni/awards-and-recognition/panther-for-life-spirit-award

For more information, email alumni@upei.ca