The UPEI Health, Safety, and Environment department (HSE) is offering Standard and Emergency First Aid/CPR training sessions:

Emergency First Aid/CPR
January 11, 2023
8:30 am–4:00 pm
AH 142

This basic one-day course offers lifesaving first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills. 

Standard First Aid/CPR
January 12 and 13, 2023
8:30 am–4:00 pm
AH 142

This comprehensive two-day course offers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need enhanced training as a work requirement (high-risk areas such as labs).

The cost of registration will be covered by HSE for all UPEI faculty and staff, including students who require training for on-campus employment. Students who do not require training for on-campus employment are welcome to attend; however, the cost of registration will not be covered. Please note that lunch will not be provided.

As space is limited, please pre-register by contacting Jacky Buell by the end of the day Wednesday, January 4, 2023, via email (hse@upei.ca) or by phone (902-566-0901).

Overview: Communication is critical to success in every field, especially in business and the workplace. In this certificate program, participants will gain knowledge and practical experience in all key areas of communication, including proper workplace writing, public speaking and presentation skills, blog posts, websites, social media, and other forms of communication essential to functioning and growth in the professional world, as well as in-depth communication plans. This certificate is hybrid in nature – some content is online and asynchronous and some content is in-person. (Please note – if you already have completed the Intro to Workplace Writing course, you can take the rest of the certificate, and the price of the Intro to Workplace Writing course will be subtracted from the cost.)

Designed for: People who deal with communication in businesses/organizations and in the workplace, from administrative professionals to communication officers, entrepreneurs, and executives

Type of Delivery: Virtual and in-person

Duration: Three courses for a total of approximately twenty-eight hours

Facilitators: Christine Gordon Manley, Tracy Stretch, Ann Worth

For more information, visit https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/professional-communications-certificate. 

Overview: Communication is critical to success in every field, especially in business and the workplace. In this certificate program, participants will gain knowledge and practical experience in all key areas of communication, including proper workplace writing, public speaking and presentation skills, blog posts, websites, social media, and other forms of communication essential to functioning and growth in the professional world, as well as in-depth communication plans. This certificate is hybrid in nature; some content is online and asynchronous, and some content is in-person.

*Please note: If you already have completed the Intro to Workplace Writing course, you can take the rest of the certificate, and the price of the Intro to Workplace Writing course will be subtracted from the cost.

Designed for: People who deal with communication in businesses/organizations and in the workplace, from administrative professionals to communication officers, entrepreneurs, and executives

Type of Delivery: Virtual and in-person

Duration: Three courses for a total of approximately 28 hours

Facilitator: Christine Gordon Manley, Tracy Stretch, and Ann Worth

Cost: $1,800 for the entire certificate; $599 plus HST for Intro to Workplace Writing; $499 plus HST for Event Communication; $720 plus HST for Public Speaking Fundamentals

For more information, go to https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/professional-communications-certificate 

Study & Stay PEI: We're excited to launch another program called Student to Professional for 75 international students from the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and Collège de l'Île. The application period is closing soon! Please click on https://lnkd.in/giXvQAut to find out more and apply today!

The Student to Professional program (January-May 2023) is a scaled-down version of our comprehensive Study & Stay PEI program. There will be several skill development workshops, networking opportunities, and social events. This program combines in-person and online sessions. The deadline to submit the application is January 6 at 4:00 pm, or when we receive 75 qualified applications (whichever comes first)! 

Daniel Muasya, PhD candidate in epidemiology, will defend his doctoral thesis, “Bovine viral diarrhoea testing and vaccination on smallholder dairy farms in Kenya,” on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. He will give a public seminar at 11 am on January 4 in Room 287N, Atlantic Veterinary College. Those interested in attending the seminar may do so in person or virtually at https://upei.zoom.us/j/67889372989?pwd=YkZNNjBObk1EZkVlMC9VQjhLTGFUQT09. An examination will follow in the AVC Dean’s Boardroom.

Abstract:

Smallholder dairy (SHD) farming is a critical sector supporting millions of households' income in rural Kenya. The sector is faced with numerous challenges, among which are diagnosis and prevention of diseases such as Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD). This study had the following primary objectives: to determine possible antigen and antibody cross-reactivity between BVDV and classical swine fever virus using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay among SHD cattle, and to determine associations between disease occurrence and multivalent BVD vaccination on Kenyan SHD farms. 

UPEI is the first university in the country to launch "I'm Ready," a project working to eradicate HIV in Canada.

The study is sharing HIV self-testing kits and asking questions from the people who will use them so they can learn how to improve HIV testing and care in Canada.  Participation in "I'm Ready" is anonymous, and you control your own pathway through the program. Watch this video for more information on how to perform a self-test for HIV.

Test kits can be picked up from the registered nurse at the UPEI Health and Wellness Centre, W.A. Murphy Student Centre (second floor).

The UPEI Health, Safety, and Environment department (HSE) is offering Standard and Emergency First Aid/CPR training sessions:

Emergency First Aid/CPR
January 11, 2023
8:30 am–4:00 pm
AH 142

This basic one-day course offers lifesaving first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills. 

Standard First Aid/CPR
January 12 and 13, 2023
8:30 am–4:00 pm
AH 142

This comprehensive two-day course offers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need enhanced training as a work requirement (high-risk areas such as labs).

The cost of registration will be covered by HSE for all UPEI faculty and staff, including students who require training for on-campus employment. Students who do not require training for on-campus employment are welcome to attend; however, the cost of registration will not be covered. Please note that lunch will not be provided.

As space is limited, please pre-register by contacting Jacky Buell by the end of the day Wednesday, January 4, 2023, via email (hse@upei.ca) or by phone (902-566-0901).

Daniel Muasya, PhD candidate in epidemiology, will defend his doctoral thesis, “Bovine viral diarrhoea testing and vaccination on smallholder dairy farms in Kenya,” on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. He will give a public seminar at 11 am on January 4 in Room 287N, Atlantic Veterinary College. Those interested in attending the seminar may do so in person or virtually at https://upei.zoom.us/j/67889372989?pwd=YkZNNjBObk1EZkVlMC9VQjhLTGFUQT09. An examination will follow in the AVC Dean’s Boardroom.

Abstract:

Smallholder dairy (SHD) farming is a critical sector supporting millions of households' income in rural Kenya. The sector is faced with numerous challenges, among which are diagnosis and prevention of diseases such as Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD). This study had the following primary objectives: to determine possible antigen and antibody cross-reactivity between BVDV and classical swine fever virus using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay among SHD cattle, and to determine associations between disease occurrence and multivalent BVD vaccination on Kenyan SHD farms. 

There will be a supervisor training session on January 25, 2023, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm in the John and Regis Duffy Research Centre (DRC), Room 212.

This session is open to anyone in a supervisory role on campus. Please RSVP to Jacky Buell at hse@upei.ca to attend.

The UPEI Sports Centre has a variety of specialty fitness classes and small group training beginning in early January. Specialty classes include yoga, kettlebell, and pilates. Small group training options are available for early mornings, noon, or after work.

Specialty Fitness Fees:

Current full-time UPEI students: $20 + HST for 1 session (12 classes)

UPEI staff and faculty: $30 + HST for 1 session (12 classes)

All other participants: $105 + HST for 1 session (12 classes)

Small Group Training Fees:

Current full-time UPEI students: $35 + HST for 1 session (12 classes)

UPEI staff and faculty: $55 + HST for 1 session (12 classes)

All other participants $140 + HST for 1 session (12 classes)

For more information about the specialty fitness classes and small group training, please visit recreation.upei.ca.   To register, click on "Sign In" and on the green bar, "UPEI LOGIN." Log in with your UPEI email and password. Community participants log in under the community email.

After signing in, click on the Fitness Programming icon and follow the prompts.

The Scholarships and Awards Office is accepting applications for the 2nd Semester (Winter) Award Cycle!

Students can now apply for numerous awards with a deadline of February 1, 2023, through the Scholarship and Award Application portal. Students are encouraged to review the webpage, click the link provided, or find it listed on their MyUPEI account in the UPEI Forms section. Additional awards with a separate application process are conveniently listed on the 2nd Semester (Winter) Award Cycle webpage. Deadlines for the separate application awards vary across January and February. Be sure to click the links, review the criteria, and submit in time for the deadline!

If you have questions about the application processes, award criteria, or deadlines, please contact scholarships@upei.ca or visit us in Dalton Hall, Room 202. Best of luck to all who apply!

The annual call for applications for the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program is open. 

Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is a program under the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy, which aims to provide flexible and holistic services to help all young Canadians develop skills and gain paid work experience to successfully transition into the labour market.

Applicants are able to seek funding to hire youth (people aged 15-30 years) between April 24, 2023, and September 2, 2023. Work placements must be full-time (30-40 hours per week) quality jobs with a minimum duration of six weeks and a maximum of 16 weeks.

Approved employers will be eligible to receive a wage subsidy reimbursement of up to 50 percent of the provincial or territorial minimum hourly wage of $14.50/hour.

For additional information and application information for this program, please click here.

To apply for this program, you will need to contact Human Resources:

Wendy Murphy at wmurphy@upei.ca (902) 628-4306, or

Monique Geurts at mgeurts@upei.ca (902) 566-0515.

The closing date for applications is January 9, 2023.

The UPEI Health, Safety, and Environment department (HSE) is offering Standard and Emergency First Aid/CPR training sessions:

Emergency First Aid/CPR
January 11, 2023
8:30 am–4:00 pm
AH 142

This basic one-day course offers lifesaving first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills. 

Standard First Aid/CPR
January 12 and 13, 2023
8:30 am–4:00 pm
AH 142

This comprehensive two-day course offers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need enhanced training as a work requirement (high-risk areas such as labs).

The cost of registration will be covered by HSE for all UPEI faculty and staff, including students who require training for on-campus employment. Students who do not require training for on-campus employment are welcome to attend; however, the cost of registration will not be covered. Please note that lunch will not be provided.

As space is limited, please pre-register by contacting Jacky Buell by the end of the day Wednesday, January 4, 2023, via email (hse@upei.ca) or by phone (902-566-0901).

UPEI is the first university in the country to launch "I'm Ready," a project working to eradicate HIV in Canada.

The study is sharing HIV self-testing kits and asking questions from the people who will use them so they can learn how to improve HIV testing and care in Canada.  Participation in "I'm Ready" is anonymous, and you control your own pathway through the program. Watch this video for more information on how to perform a self-test for HIV.

Test kits can be picked up from the registered nurse at the UPEI Health and Wellness Centre, W.A. Murphy Student Centre (second floor).

Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre holiday hours (subject to change)

Sunday, December 18: 10:00 am–8:00 pm

Monday, December 19: Friday, December 23: 6:00 am–8:00 pm

Saturday, December 24 and 25: Closed

Monday, December 26: 9:00 am–5:00 pm

Tuesday, December 27 to Friday, December 30: 8:00 am–8:00 pm

Saturday, December 31 and Sunday, January 1: Closed

Monday, January 2: 9:00 am–5:00 pm

The University of Prince Edward Island and the UPEI Alumni Association are hosting their annual New Year's Levee, and all are welcome to attend.

The levee will be held on Sunday, January 1, 2023, from 11:30 am–1:00 pm in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown.

For more information, call 902-566-0687 or email alumni@upei.ca.

The University’s holiday schedule is in effect from December 24, 2022 to January 2, 2023. Regular operations and office hours will resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, with most classes beginning on Wednesday, January 4, 2023.

Daniel Muasya, PhD candidate in epidemiology, will defend his doctoral thesis, “Bovine viral diarrhoea testing and vaccination on smallholder dairy farms in Kenya,” on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. He will give a public seminar at 11 am on January 4 in Room 287N, Atlantic Veterinary College. Those interested in attending the seminar may do so in person or virtually at https://upei.zoom.us/j/67889372989?pwd=YkZNNjBObk1EZkVlMC9VQjhLTGFUQT09. An examination will follow in the AVC Dean’s Boardroom.

Abstract:

Smallholder dairy (SHD) farming is a critical sector supporting millions of households' income in rural Kenya. The sector is faced with numerous challenges, among which are diagnosis and prevention of diseases such as Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD). This study had the following primary objectives: to determine possible antigen and antibody cross-reactivity between BVDV and classical swine fever virus using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay among SHD cattle, and to determine associations between disease occurrence and multivalent BVD vaccination on Kenyan SHD farms. 

Study & Stay PEI: We're excited to launch another program called Student to Professional for 75 international students from University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and Collège de l'Île. The application is now open! Please click on the link here: https://lnkd.in/giXvQAut to find out more and apply today!

The Student to Professional program (January - May 2023) is a scaled-down version of our comprehensive Study & Stay PEI program. There will be several skill development workshops, networking opportunities, and social events. This program combines in-person and online sessions. The deadline to submit the application is January 6, at 4:00 pm, or when we receive 75 qualified applications (whichever comes first)! 

On Thursday, December 29, over 60 former members of the UPEI Wind Symphony, representing graduating classes from 1972–2022, will give two public performances--at dress rehearsal at 9:30 am and a formal performance at 7:30 pm. Tickets for the performances are $20 (cash only) and can be purchased at the door.

Under the direction of Dr. Karem Simon, the Wind Symphony alumni will prepare an eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary wind band music featuring some of the treasured pieces from its repertoire. Included will be movements from “The Lord of the Rings Symphony” by Dutch composer Johan de Meij and “Medieval Suite” by American Ron Nelson. Classics, including Gustav Holst’s “First Suite in E-flat” and Percy Grainger’s “Shepherd’s Hey,” will be juxtaposed with “Skyline” by Charlottetown’s own Evan Hammell, and emerging composer who is a former UPEI music student and a graduate of the University of Toronto Faculty of Music Composition program. 

For more information, contact Dr. Simon at 902-566-0702.

Daniel Muasya, PhD candidate in epidemiology, will defend his doctoral thesis, “Bovine viral diarrhoea testing and vaccination on smallholder dairy farms in Kenya,” on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. He will give a public seminar at 11 am on January 4 in Room 287N, Atlantic Veterinary College. Those interested in attending the seminar may do so in person or virtually at https://upei.zoom.us/j/67889372989?pwd=YkZNNjBObk1EZkVlMC9VQjhLTGFUQT09. An examination will follow in the AVC Dean’s Boardroom.

Abstract:

Smallholder dairy (SHD) farming is a critical sector supporting millions of households' income in rural Kenya. The sector is faced with numerous challenges, among which are diagnosis and prevention of diseases such as Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD). This study had the following primary objectives: to determine possible antigen and antibody cross-reactivity between BVDV and classical swine fever virus using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay among SHD cattle, and to determine associations between disease occurrence and multivalent BVD vaccination on Kenyan SHD farms.