The next deadline for submitting Biosafety Protocols including new applications, renewals and/or amendments, is Friday May 30. These protocols will be reviewed at the June meeting. Please ensure that you download and use the current forms from http://research.upei.ca/forms. Use Adobe Reader to complete the forms. Submit one copy of the original protocol with signatures to 200 Kelley Memorial Building and send one e-copy to reb@upei.ca Protocols received after this deadline will be reviewed the following month. For more information, please contact Joy Knight at 620-5104.

Human Resources, in cooperation with our preferred pharmacy provider, Murphy's Pharmacies, will be hosting two information sessions: ​ "Caring for Aging Parents" - May 16, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 211, 1:00-2:00 pm At some point in all of our lives we will be called upon to provide care for an aging parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling. Be ready and get informed with this ​session. Important information will be provided on: - Safety tips to allow you to stay in your home longer - How to avoid adverse drug events (the most common cause of hospitalization for seniors) - Medication management for optimal health and safety - Falls: Why we fall and how to avoid it - Mobility aids and adaptions to live with freedom, mobility, and independence ​​If you would like to attend the session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie at dmckie@upei.ca "Managing your Diabetes Risk" - May 30, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 222, 11:00 am-1:00 pm Over 40? High waist measurement? Family history? You should be screened for Diabetes. Be pro-active and sign up for an appointment for a free Diabetes screening test. Call Debbie at (902) 566-0605 to book your appointment.

Training is required to carry out these responsibilities: By ground: A person who handles (see definition below), offers for transport,​or transports dangerous goods must: (a) be adequately trained and hold a training certificate; or (b) perform​ those activities in the presence and under the direct supervision of a person who is adequately trained and who holds a training certificate in accordance with the regulations. Handling - is defined as: loading, unloading, or packing dangerous​ g​oods...for the purposes of, in the course of, or following transportation. Note: it has been clarified that you do not need to have training to unpack a​ dangerous good that has already been received by Shipping & Receiving. WHMIS training covers this aspect. By air: (IATA regulations): No person may offer or accept dangerous goods for​ air transport unless those goods are properly classified, documented, certified, packaged, marked, labeled, and in the condition for shipment required by the IATA regulations. Training is required to carry out these responsibilities. ​The tentative training dates are the weeks of May 26 or June 2. If you require one of the above training sessions or have any questions,​ please contact ​Debbie McKie at dmckie@upei.ca.

Researchers at the University of Prince Edward Island are looking for volunteers to participate in one of two studies to evaluate the physiological effects of capsaicinoids—the active ingredient in chili peppers. Capsaicinoids are known for their ability to increase weight loss and cardiovascular health while decreasing appetite and pain. The project is looking for non-smoking, healthy male and female participants between the ages of 18 and 45. Participants will be given their test results, as well as $50. All data collected will be confidential and anonymous. For more information on the project, or to sign up, contact Dr. Pamela Arsenault at upei.research@gmail.com. This research is carried out at UPEI’s Department of Applied Human Sciences.

Please join the International Relations Office (IRO) in saying farewell to Mamdouh Elgharib, as his years of service at UPEI come to an end. The IRO will be hosting a "drop-in" in his honour on Friday, May 16 from 10-11 am in Robertson Library, room 225. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome to come, enjoy a snack, and wish Mamdouh well, in his next journey!

UPEI graduates and their families and friends are invited to a gathering to celebrate, in prayer and song, the accomplishments of the Class of 2014 on Thursday, May 8, 6:30 pm, Steel Recital Hall, UPEI. (Please note the change of day and venue). Mass celebrants will be Father John Lacey, Vicar General for the Diocese of Charlottetown, and Father Andrew MacDonald, Priest Chaplain for the Chaplaincy Centre. Reception to follow. Please note: Family invitations will not be sent out this year. For further information, please contact Sister Susan Kidd, CND Campus Minister sukidd@upei.ca 902-894-2876. All are welcome to attend!

You're invited to submit stories, announcements, or departmental updates to UPEI's newsletter, the Campus Connector. The submission deadline for the next edition is Friday, May 16 by 5:00 pm. Submissions must follow these guidelines: -be emailed to Sheila Kerry at communications@upei.ca -sent in a Microsoft Word or plain text document -be no longer than 250 words -maximum one photo per story The editors reserve the right to edit content, will not consider incomplete submissions, and cannot guarantee that all submitted materials will be published. If you have any questions or comments, please contact communications@upei.ca. Not receiving the Campus Connector? To subscribe, please email communications@upei.ca to get your email address on the list! Please note: The next edition of the Campus Connector will be issued on Thursday, May 22 instead of its originally scheduled date of May 15. The deadline has been revised to Friday, May 16, as Monday, May 19 is a holiday.

Human Resources, in cooperation with our preferred pharmacy provider, Murphy's Pharmacies, will be hosting two information sessions: ​ "Caring for Aging Parents" - May 16, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 211, 1:00-2:00 pm At some point in all of our lives we will be called upon to provide care for an aging parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling. Be ready and get informed with this ​session. Important information will be provided on: - Safety tips to allow you to stay in your home longer - How to avoid adverse drug events (the most common cause of hospitalization for seniors) - Medication management for optimal health and safety - Falls: Why we fall and how to avoid it - Mobility aids and adaptions to live with freedom, mobility, and independence ​​If you would like to attend the session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie at dmckie@upei.ca "Managing your Diabetes Risk" - May 30, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 222, 11:00 am-1:00 pm Over 40? High waist measurement? Family history? You should be screened for Diabetes. Be pro-active and sign up for an appointment for a free Diabetes screening test. Call Debbie at (902) 566-0605 to book your appointment.

Please join the International Relations Office (IRO) in saying farewell to Mamdouh Elgharib, as his years of service at UPEI come to an end. The IRO will be hosting a "drop-in" in his honour on Friday, May 16 from 10-11 am in Robertson Library, room 225. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome to come, enjoy a snack, and wish Mamdouh well, in his next journey!

UPEI graduates and their families and friends are invited to a gathering to celebrate, in prayer and song, the accomplishments of the Class of 2014 on Thursday, May 8, 6:30 pm, Steel Recital Hall, UPEI. (Please note the change of day and venue). Mass celebrants will be Father John Lacey, Vicar General for the Diocese of Charlottetown, and Father Andrew MacDonald, Priest Chaplain for the Chaplaincy Centre. Reception to follow. Please note: Family invitations will not be sent out this year. For further information, please contact Sister Susan Kidd, CND Campus Minister sukidd@upei.ca 902-894-2876. All are welcome to attend!

You're invited to submit stories, announcements, or departmental updates to UPEI's newsletter, the Campus Connector. The submission deadline for the next edition is Friday, May 16 by 5:00 pm. Submissions must follow these guidelines: -be emailed to Sheila Kerry at communications@upei.ca -sent in a Microsoft Word or plain text document -be no longer than 250 words -maximum one photo per story The editors reserve the right to edit content, will not consider incomplete submissions, and cannot guarantee that all submitted materials will be published. If you have any questions or comments, please contact communications@upei.ca. Not receiving the Campus Connector? To subscribe, please email communications@upei.ca to get your email address on the list! Please note: The next edition of the Campus Connector will be issued on Thursday, May 22 instead of its originally scheduled date of May 15. The deadline has been revised to Friday, May 16, as Monday, May 19 is a holiday.

Human Resources, in cooperation with our preferred pharmacy provider, Murphy's Pharmacies, will be hosting two information sessions: ​ "Caring for Aging Parents" - May 16, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 211, 1:00-2:00 pm At some point in all of our lives we will be called upon to provide care for an aging parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling. Be ready and get informed with this ​session. Important information will be provided on: - Safety tips to allow you to stay in your home longer - How to avoid adverse drug events (the most common cause of hospitalization for seniors) - Medication management for optimal health and safety - Falls: Why we fall and how to avoid it - Mobility aids and adaptions to live with freedom, mobility, and independence ​​If you would like to attend the session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie at dmckie@upei.ca "Managing your Diabetes Risk" - May 30, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 222, 11:00 am-1:00 pm Over 40? High waist measurement? Family history? You should be screened for Diabetes. Be pro-active and sign up for an appointment for a free Diabetes screening test. Call Debbie at (902) 566-0605 to book your appointment.

Human Resources, in cooperation with our preferred pharmacy provider, Murphy's Pharmacies, will be hosting two information sessions: ​ "Caring for Aging Parents" - May 16, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 211, 1:00-2:00 pm At some point in all of our lives we will be called upon to provide care for an aging parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling. Be ready and get informed with this ​session. Important information will be provided on: - Safety tips to allow you to stay in your home longer - How to avoid adverse drug events (the most common cause of hospitalization for seniors) - Medication management for optimal health and safety - Falls: Why we fall and how to avoid it - Mobility aids and adaptions to live with freedom, mobility, and independence ​​If you would like to attend the session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie at dmckie@upei.ca "Managing your Diabetes Risk" - May 30, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 222, 11:00 am-1:00 pm Over 40? High waist measurement? Family history? You should be screened for Diabetes. Be pro-active and sign up for an appointment for a free Diabetes screening test. Call Debbie at (902) 566-0605 to book your appointment.

Congratulations to Liz Dobbin, Diagnostic Services, on being this year's recipient of the 5th annual UPEI Safety Award.

You're invited to submit stories, announcements, or departmental updates to UPEI's newsletter, the Campus Connector. The submission deadline for the next edition is Friday, May 16 by 5:00 pm. Submissions must follow these guidelines: -be emailed to Sheila Kerry at communications@upei.ca -sent in a Microsoft Word or plain text document -be no longer than 250 words -maximum one photo per story The editors reserve the right to edit content, will not consider incomplete submissions, and cannot guarantee that all submitted materials will be published. If you have any questions or comments, please contact communications@upei.ca. Not receiving the Campus Connector? To subscribe, please email communications@upei.ca to get your email address on the list! Please note: The next edition of the Campus Connector will be issued on Thursday, May 22 instead of its originally scheduled date of May 15. The deadline has been revised to Friday, May 16, as Monday, May 19 is a holiday.

CANHEIT, the only national conference for higher education IT professionals in Canada, brings together over 400 IT leaders, decision-makers, and professionals to connect, share, discuss challenges, and explore new ideas, technologies, and opportunities. Hosted each year by a CUCCIO member institution, CANHEIT is the not-to-be-missed event in the higher education IT calendar. Host institutions roll out the welcome mat and offer colleagues a chance to get away from the office and immerse themselves in keynotes, themed presentations, panels, impromptu networking opportunities, and social events. UPEI is happy to host this year’s CANHEIT conference on June 1 - June 4, 2014. For detailed information related to the conference, please consult the conference Website (https://canheit.upei.ca). The organizing committee has been hard at work over the last number of months developing the conference and are now at a point where they need help to make the conference successful. The types of tasks we need volunteers to help us complete include the following: helping to assemble delegate kits in advance of the conference; helping to greet delegates at the registration desk throughout the conference; helping conference attendees with wayfinding; providing time-keeping and logistical support in concurrent sessions; supporting conference evaluation data collection activities; and a variety of other tasks, as needed, to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Any interested individuals should contact David Taylor at volunteercanheit@upei.ca who will assist in matching you with a suitable opportunity. Volunteer spots will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.

Training is required to carry out these responsibilities: By ground: A person who handles (see definition below), offers for transport,​or transports dangerous goods must: (a) be adequately trained and hold a training certificate; or (b) perform​ those activities in the presence and under the direct supervision of a person who is adequately trained and who holds a training certificate in accordance with the regulations. Handling - is defined as: loading, unloading, or packing dangerous​ ​g​oods...for the purposes of, in the course of, or following transportation. Note: it has been clarified that you do not need to have training to unpack a​ dangerous good that has already been received by Shipping & Receiving. WHMIS training covers this aspect. By air: (IATA regulations): No person may offer or accept dangerous goods for​ air transport unless those goods are properly classified, documented, certified, packaged, marked, labeled, and in the condition for shipment required by the IATA regulations. Training is required to carry out these responsibilities. ​The tentative training dates are the weeks of May 26 or June 2. If you require one of the above training sessions or have any questions,​ please contact ​Debbie McKie at dmckie@upei.ca.

UPEI Staff and Faculty are invited to a reception for the Recognition of International Student Graduates on Thursday, May 8 from 3:00–4:30 pm in the McCain Foundations Learning Commons, AVC. Light refreshments will be served.

United Way Day of Caring is a unique opportunity for volunteers from workplaces that support United Way to participate in a team building experience while helping a community organization. UPEI is excited to be a part of this year's Day of Caring on Friday May 30. Although departmental operations must take precedence, we would encourage supervisors of employees who are interested to allow participation in this community effort. Interested employees will complete painting, repairing, landscaping, or other projects together to make a difference to a local community organization while learning about the organization and United Way. Last year, UPEI staff and faculty volunteers spent the day working at a Habitat for Humanity build site. A photo of the 2013 team can be found below. This is a full day event, beginning with a breakfast buffet at Redshore at 8:00 am. Lunch will also be provided and the day will end around 3:00 pm. If you are interested in participating in this fun and rewarding day, please email kharrison@upei.ca by Monday May 12. Please note, there is something for everyone to do that day no matter your skill level and all staff and faculty are welcome to sign up and participate.

United Way Day of Caring is a unique opportunity for volunteers from workplaces that support United Way to participate in a team building experience while helping a community organization. UPEI is excited to be a part of this year's Day of Caring on Friday May 30. Although departmental operations must take precedence, we would encourage supervisors of employees who are interested to allow participation in this community effort. Interested employees will complete painting, repairing, landscaping, or other projects together to make a difference to a local community organization while learning about the organization and United Way. Last year, UPEI staff and faculty volunteers spent the day working at a Habitat for Humanity build site. A photo of the 2013 team can be found below. This is a full day event, beginning with a breakfast buffet at Redshore at 8:00 am. Lunch will also be provided and the day will end around 3:00 pm. If you are interested in participating in this fun and rewarding day, please email kharrison@upei.ca by Monday May 12. Please note, there is something for everyone to do that day no matter your skill level and all staff and faculty are welcome to sign up and participate.