Campus Notices
As the roll-out of "Active Directory" continues across campus, the classroom computers will now have a different look when signing in. However, the newly configured classroom PCs are still accessed with your current UPEI credentials.
Be advised that the log-in period will now take up to FIVE MINUTES to allow the computer create the Active Directory profile of the person logging in. If this process takes longer than five minutes, there may be an issue with the profile or the computer itself. Please do not insert a USB stick into the computer prior to the booting up of the machine as this will cause startup issues.
While we configure the drive mappings in our new Active Directory service, users WILL NOT have access to their network drive mappings (H:/drive for example) on the Academic Network which were previously provided through Novell. We apologize for this inconvenience; however, it will only be temporary.
During this time, users can access files on their Novell drives by visiting the NetStorage website:
https://acad-files.upei.ca/
Please contact the ITSS Helpdesk at helpdesk@upei.ca or 902-
Booking of Computer Labs
Please note the change in the process for the booking of computer labs. The three bookable computer labs that are currently booked through IT Systems & Services are AVC 218S, AVC 225N and RL 312. These bookings will now go through the Room Booking Process at www.upei.ca/facilities/
Another academic year is upon us and with this in mind, UPEI's Security Services division wishes to advise the campus community that parking enforcement begins on the first day of classes, Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Unlike prior years, there is no grace period. If you have questions, consult the UPEI Parking website or contact Security Services.
We have two spots available for a NEW small group training with Kris Lutwick on Monday/Wednesday/Fridays 6:15 am - 7:00 am beginning October 3 (12 sessions). This group is for intermediate - advanced participants. Fee:Sports Centre members - $129+hst/person, Non-Members - $139+hst/person.
UPEI employees can also apply for a personal training subsidy grant for $75 to use towards the fees of the program. To register or for more information please contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca.
Please join us on Tuesday, September 6 from 10:00 –11:00 am, in Memorial Hall 306, as the University community celebrates the retirement of our friend and colleague Dr. Fiona Walton. Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there to wish Fiona all the best in her retirement.
With the new school year approaching fast we have been busy organizing the sale and renewal of parking permits. If you are in a designated parking lot on campus and your permit has been renewed in the past automatically you should have received an email requesting you to provide any changes in vehicles or plate numbers. You will be using the same hangar you currently have in your possession. If you have no changes no further action is required. If you did not receive an email from parking@upei.ca please contact us at 393-5992 or parking @upei.ca. These emails were sent out around the first of August.
On Tuesday, September 6, Chartwells will be officially opening the doors to the newly renovated Courtyard Café, which includes UPEI's first Tim Hortons location!
At this location in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre, you will be able to enjoy the same beverage selection you will find at any Tim Hortons on PEI as well as a wide selection of muffins, donuts, bagels, and breakfast sandwiches.
For lunch and dinner, the Courtyard will still offer the Grill and "On the Go" items.
The hours of operation are:
Monday to Thursday: 8 am to 9 pm
Friday: 8 am to 3 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 12 pm to 8 pm
Drop by on Friday, September 2 from 8 am to 1 pm to check it out!
Thank you,
Chartwells and UPEI Ancillary Services
If you have difficulty carving out uninterrupted time for writing, if you struggle with motivating yourself to write, or if you would simply like the supportive collaboration of a writing retreat, consider Time to Write, UPEI's faculty writers retreat.
When: Wednesday, November 9 to Sunday, November 13
Where: Marshlands Inn, Sackville, NB
Cost to participants: $200, which includes four nights accommodation, meals and snacks
Your project must be at a stage where sustained writing time makes sense. Your research and/or data collection and analysis must be completed to the point that you are ready to write. You must also be prepared to commit to the full program: a total of 3½ days focused on writing. The retreat is open to tenured and tenure stream University of Prince Edward Island faculty in any Department/Faculty/School.
Email Research Communications Officer Dave Atkinson, datkinson@upei.ca, with a brief summary of the project you plan to work and your writing goals for the retreat. There is room for six participants.
UPEI Athletics and Recreation is proud to introduce the Panther Academy After-School Program, coming this fall in the Chi-Wan Young Sport Centre. The Panther Academy is dedicated to providing all of our participants with opportunities to learn in a safe and fun environment.
UPEI offers a large selection of age-appropriate games, activities, and sports to help develop the social, physical, intellectual, creative and emotional needs of children. We have a large, spacious gymnasium with play-centered equipment for younger children and more game-oriented play for older children. A quiet classroom space for learning and homework and a smaller activity area for one-on-one learning and activities are also available.
The Panther Academy’s philosophy is entrenched in the belief that individual and group play through physical activity enhances a child’s ability to learn and improve intellectually as well as develop their ability to cooperate, learn individual responsibility, and foster caring partnerships. The psychological and physical well-being of each of our participating children is the utmost priority, and their safety and enjoyment in our programs is our number one concern. We encourage participation in all activities to better enhance the children’s overall experience.
The Panther Academy After-School Program is run by certified staff and qualified university students. Student staff are chosen for their maturity, ability to relate to children, and leadership skills. All staff receive High-Five training along with CPR/First Aid/AED training and a mandatory extensive learning week led by our Programming Coordinator.
See the website for more details, and to register.
Gated Lots B and C Renewals: Faculty and staff who have already been contacted by email about their renewal can keep their existing permit as the renewal process is complete. If you have not received an email from Parking Services, contact parking@upei.ca for your status.
Lot F (AVC Large Animal) Renewals: Permit holders in this lot should have been contacted concerning their permit renewal. If you have submitted your form and have not yet received your permit, pick it up at the Central Utility Building from 9:00 am–3:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
New faculty, staff and all students: To purchase a permit, please come see us at our Parking Permit Kiosk at the W.A. Murphy Student Centre beginning August 24 until September 23 (or until permits are sold out). Our hours of operation are 9:00 am–3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Have your license plate number, make and model of your car, along with your UPEI ID number with you to fill out your application.
Enforcement: Parking enforcement will begin Wednesday, September 7. Ensure that you have your parking permit clearly visible and follow all other parking regulations to avoid being ticketed. Please refer to parking regulations on the UPEI website. If you have further questions, contact Mark Pharand, Manager, Security Services or security@upei.ca.
Members of the UPEI community are invited to attend an announcement at the Atlantic Veterinary College by the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. Minister MacAulay will be joined by Dr. Alaa Abd-El-Aziz, President and Vice-Chancellor of UPEI; Dr. Greg Keefe, Dean of the Atlantic Veterinary College; and UPEI and AVC representatives to announce funding for new equipment that will benefit various disciplines at the University and support several PEI industry sectors.
When: Wednesday, August 31, 2016, 2:30 p.m.
Where: The McCain Foundation Learning Commons, Atlantic Veterinary College
For more information, contact Anna MacDonald, UPEI Communications Officer/AVC External Relations Officer, amacdonald@upei.ca
This program is designed to encourage participants to examine the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to create positive, vibrant and effective workplaces, which provide exemplary service to clients. Participants will reflect their professional and personal experience in the light of current understandings of collaborative leadership, facilitation, organizational culture, and social responsibility.
Participants will:
- Apply collaborative leadership concepts in real and simulated situations;
- Practice a wide variety of facilitation skills and techniques;
- Analyze successful and unsuccessful change/transformation efforts;
- Determine the relationship between leadership and transformation in organizations;
- Understand and apply the components of effective group process in a variety of settings;
- Develop an understanding of organization/group culture and how it can change;
- Understand and work with diversity in all its forms;
- Examine and refine a personal, evolving, ethical and reflective philosophy of collaborative leadership and facilitation.
This interactive workshop will provide participants with the practical skills to:
- Use the terminology and processes of modern project management
- Prepare a complete and accurate project plan for your project
- Facilitate team discussions to learn from the PM experiences of others
- Practice PM skills using templates
- Value the benefits of a consistent PM methodology
Dr. Wendy Baltzer will be on-campus August 29 & 30, interviewing for the open, tenure-track faculty position in small animal surgery in the Department of Companion Animals at the Atlantic Veterinary College. Dr. Baltzer is board-certified in both small animal surgery (DACVS-SA) and canine sports medicine and rehabilitation (DACVSMR). She is currently an Associate Professor in Small Animal Surgery and Director, Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation at the College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University.
As part of the interview process, Dr. Baltzer has been asked to present two seminars; one on a research topic and one on a surgery topic. Any interested faculty / staff are invited to attend. A copy of her CV and letter of application will be available from Laurel Fisher (fisher@upei.ca).
Wendy Baltzer, DVM, PhD., DACVS-SA, DACVSMR, CCRP
Musculoskeletal Injuries: Is the Cardiovascular System the Key?
Tuesday, August 30 @ 8:30am
286B N & 286C N, McCain Learning Commons - AVC
Forelimb Injuries in Sporting Dogs
Tuesday, August 30 @ 12:30pm
Lecture Theatre ‘A’ - AVC
Paul Davis Restoration has been awarded the UPEI Fitness Centre project, announced this past May. The project consists of constructing new fitness studios in the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre and will include renovating the existing racquetball court and fitness room on the first level along with some minor work in the existing second floor lobby area of the Fitness Centre.
Construction will begin on Monday, August 29, 2016 and is expected to be completed by the end of October 2016. While the contractors have been instructed to limit the inconvenience to the campus community, a certain amount of disruption is inevitable.
Facilities Management appreciates your patience and understanding as we proceed with this exciting renovation project that will enhance the services, facilities, and environment provided to students, faculty, staff and University guests.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jackie MacPhail at 902-566-6034 or jmacphail@upei.ca.
Gated Lots B and C Renewals: Faculty and staff who have already been contacted by email about their renewal can keep their existing permit as the renewal process is complete. If you have not received an email from Parking Services, contact parking@upei.ca for your status.
Lot F (AVC Large Animal) Renewals: Permit holders in this lot should have been contacted concerning their permit renewal. If you have submitted your form and have not yet received your permit, pick it up at the Central Utility Building from 9:00 am–3:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
New faculty, staff and all students: To purchase a permit, please come see us at our Parking Permit Kiosk at the W.A. Murphy Student Centre beginning August 24 until September 23 (or until permits are sold out). Our hours of operation are 9:00 am–3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Have your license plate number, make and model of your car, along with your UPEI ID number with you to fill out your application.
Enforcement: Parking enforcement will begin on September 6, the first day of classes. Ensure that you have your parking permit clearly visible and follow all other parking regulations to avoid being ticketed. Please refer to parking regulations on the UPEI website. If you have further questions, contact Mark Pharand, Manager, Security Services or security@upei.ca
Gated Lots B and C Renewals: Faculty and staff who have already been contacted by email about their renewal can keep their existing permit as the renewal process is complete. If you have not received an email from Parking Services, contact parking@upei.ca for your status.
Lot F (AVC Large Animal) Renewals: Permit holders in this lot should have been contacted concerning their permit renewal. If you have submitted your form and have not yet received your permit, pick it up at the Central Utility Building from 9:00 am–3:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
New faculty, staff and all students: To purchase a permit, please come see us at our Parking Permit Kiosk at the W.A. Murphy Student Centre beginning August 24 until September 23 (or until permits are sold out). Our hours of operation are 9:00 am–3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Have your license plate number, make and model of your car, along with your UPEI ID number with you to fill out your application.
Enforcement: Parking enforcement will begin on September 6, the first day of classes. Ensure that you have your parking permit clearly visible and follow all other parking regulations to avoid being ticketed. Please refer to parking regulations on the UPEI website. If you have further questions, contact Mark Pharand, Manager, Security Services or security@upei.ca
Dr. Faizal Careem, Associate Professor of Virology, University of Calgary will be presenting a special seminar, “In Ovo Induction of Antiviral Responses Against Poultry Respiratory Viral Infections" on Thursday, August 18/16 at 10 a.m. in Room 278N, AVC McCain Learning Commons.
Everyone is welcome.
