Cycling in the Zone - begins October 23 Blast off using effective riding techinques, and learn how to measure your progress by controlling force and velocity to maximize your wattage output. This class takes place on Wednesdays from 4:30 pm-5:15 pm. Ultimate Conditioning - begins October 22 This class is a great mix of TRX, spin and speed training. With interval training and speed portions you will increase your endurance, burn fat and improve your tone. When you sign up for a six week session of Ultimate Conditioning, each week you can attend either the Tuesday morning or Saturday morning class for your workout that week. Tuesday's class is 6:30 am-7:15 am and Saturday's class is 10:00 am-10:45 am. *Fees for sessions are $60 + hst for 6 classes. Members receive a 15% discount off these classes=$51 + hst for 6 classes. To register visit the Panther Central desk. For more information about classes visit http://ar.upei.ca/recreation/fitness/fitness-programming or contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca.

Join your fellow AVC/UPEI students, staff, faculty and friends as we play six ends of curling at the Charlottetown Curling Complex, 241 Euston Street, 892-7467 that features the new Callbeck's Bar & Grill for evening dining. The first night of the season will be this Saturday, October 19 at 6:00 pm. Cost is $8.00 (any money left over at the end of the season goes to the PEI Humane Society). The first 10 teams that sign up and pay are guaranteed a spot on the ice. There is still one ice available for eight curlers. Do not know how to curl? No problem! I can show you how if you show up a few minutes early the nights you sign up. Wear warm comfortable clothing. No street shoes please, bring clean sneakers. Sliders and brooms are provided. Sign your team up or as an individual with Shelley Ebbett, 246S AVC, 566-0888, Ebbett@upei.ca. Winner buys the loser a drink and snacks are provided. So, get your fellow class mates, friends, buddies, or co-workers and head out for a fun night on the ice. Sign up early so you do not miss out! Other curling dates to mark on your calendar: Friday, November 15 at 8:00 pm Saturday, January 11 at 6:00 pm Friday, January 31 at 8:00 pm Friday, February 28 at 8:00 pm

The One Match 'Get Swabbed!' event is an initiative of Canadian Blood Services to increase Stem Cell donors into the OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network. This event is part of a nationwide university challenge. 'Get Swabbed!' is an annual coast-to-coast university challenge designed to engage and recruit young and diverse potential stem cell donors. This year marks the fifth annual event where university students across the country will be bracing their cheeks to determine this year's national champion. In just 5 to 10 minutes, you could change a life forever. Currently more than 900 patients are looking for a match in Canada. In addition, there is currently special need for 17 to 35 year old males who are ethnically diverse and in good general health to join the registry. Join UPEI in its second year competing in this national event! Together we can make a difference! October 22, 2013 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, W.A. Murphy Student Centre - McMillan Hall. Interested in volunteering? Have questions? Contact Amir Hosseinzadeh at ahosseinzade@upei.ca.

The Department of Biology and the UPEI Biology Society will host a presentation entitled "Marine Conservation Issues in the Canadian Context" by Dr. Sean Brillant, marine biologist and manager of Marine Programs for The Canadian Wildlife Federation, on October 17 from 7:00–9:00 pm in the Duffy Science Centre's Ampitheatre D 135. The lecture will provide a broad overview of conservation issues in all three oceans which comprise the Canadian coastline. Specific topics will include: species at risk, commercial fisheries, ocean pollution and climate change (with a special emphasis on the Atlantic coastal zone). The presentation will be augmented by a rich visual slide display of Canada’s spectacular marine vistas. The Department will also host the Human Biology & Environmental Sciences Seminar Series on October 18 in the Duffy Science Centre, room 204 from 12:30–1:30 pm. Dr. Brillant will present "Detecting effects of artificial shorelines on intertidal biodiversity." All are welcome to attend!

UPEI staff and faculty are cordially invited to attend Meetings and Conventions PEI's annual Member Tradeshow and Luncheon on October 30, 11:30 am–1:30 pm at the Harbourview Room at the PEI Convention Centre, 4 Queen Street. It's shaping up to be an exciting and informative event, full of valuable information and spooktacular boooooths! UPEI staff and faculty will have the opportunity to chat with other members and learn about the great new products/services offered to meeting planners. If you are thinking about hosting a future meeting or conference on PEI—this is the tradeshow for you! All are welcome to attend! Please RSVP to Treena MacLeod at tmacleod@peimc.com no later than October 23, 2013

Athletic Strength Circuit—Begins October 21 This class combines it all into an effective and challenging workout! Our trainer will take you through drills that blend agility, endurance, speed, and strength to push you to your limits. The program will take place on Mondays from 6:30–7:15 am. Athletic Cardio n' Strength—Begins October 21 This challenging class provides a great workout as you move through a series of stations designed to elevate your heart rate and challenge your muscles. The program takes place on Mondays from 5:00–5:45 pm. TRX Suspension Training—Begins October 22 Every exercise in suspension training builds functional strength, improves flexibility, balance, and core stability all at the same time. The program will take place on Tuesdays from 12:10–12:55 pm. Pilates and Toning—Begins October 24 Pilates combines stretching and strengthening of muscles. It helps build strong lean muscles from the inside out and is beneficial to everyone. The program takes place on Thursdays from 12:10–12:55 pm. *Fees for sessions are $60 + hst for 6 classes. Members receive a 15% discount off these classes= $51 + hst for 6 classes.To register for classes, visit the Panther Central desk. For more information on fitness classes, visit http://ar.upei.ca/recreation/fitness/fitness-programming or contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca

Beth Pearce, a UPEI PhD Chemistry student will present a seminar on Wednesday, October 16 at 12:30 pm. Ms. Pearce’s seminar is for the Capstone Business Course MMS 802. The seminar will be held in the Regis and Joan Duffy Research Centre, Lecture Theatre Room 212.

The UPEI Student Health Centre located in the W.A. Murphy Building (above the bookstore) is offering its Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday morning, October 23, 2013 by appointment only. Cost $10. Call and make your appointment at 902-566-0616.

The One Match 'Get Swabbed!' event is an initiative of Canadian Blood Services to increase Stem Cell donors into the OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network. This event is part of a nationwide university challenge. 'Get Swabbed!' is an annual coast-to-coast university challenge designed to engage and recruit young and diverse potential stem cell donors. This year marks the fifth annual event where university students across the country will be bracing their cheeks to determine this year's national champion. In just 5 to 10 minutes, you could change a life forever. Currently more than 900 patients are looking for a match in Canada. In addition, there is currently special need for 17 to 35 year old males who are ethnically diverse and in good general health to join the registry. Join UPEI in its second year competing in this national event! Together we can make a difference! October 22, 2013 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, W.A. Murphy Student Centre - McMillan Hall. Interested in volunteering? Have questions? Contact Amir Hosseinzadeh at ahosseinzade@upei.ca.

The Department of Biology and the UPEI Biology Society will host a presentation entitled "Marine Conservation Issues in the Canadian Context" by Dr. Sean Brillant, marine biologist and manager of Marine Programs for The Canadian Wildlife Federation, on October 17 from 7:00–9:00 pm in the Duffy Science Centre's Ampitheatre D 135. The lecture will provide a broad overview of conservation issues in all three oceans which comprise the Canadian coastline. Specific topics will include: species at risk, commercial fisheries, ocean pollution and climate change (with a special emphasis on the Atlantic coastal zone). The presentation will be augmented by a rich visual slide display of Canada’s spectacular marine vistas. The Department will also host the Human Biology & Environmental Sciences Seminar Series on October 18 in the Duffy Science Centre, room 204 from 12:30–1:30 pm. Dr. Brillant will present "Detecting effects of artificial shorelines on intertidal biodiversity." All are welcome to attend!

UPEI staff and faculty are cordially invited to attend Meetings and Conventions PEI's annual Member Tradeshow and Luncheon on October 30, 11:30 am–1:30 pm at the Harbourview Room at the PEI Convention Centre, 4 Queen Street. It's shaping up to be an exciting and informative event, full of valuable information and spooktacular boooooths! UPEI staff and faculty will have the opportunity to chat with other members and learn about the great new products/services offered to meeting planners. If you are thinking about hosting a future meeting or conference on PEI—this is the tradeshow for you! All are welcome to attend! Please RSVP to Treena MacLeod at tmacleod@peimc.com no later than October 23, 2013

Athletic Strength Circuit—Begins October 21 This class combines it all into an effective and challenging workout! Our trainer will take you through drills that blend agility, endurance, speed, and strength to push you to your limits. The program will take place on Mondays from 6:30–7:15 am. Athletic Cardio n' Strength—Begins October 21 This challenging class provides a great workout as you move through a series of stations designed to elevate your heart rate and challenge your muscles. The program takes place on Mondays from 5:00–5:45 pm. TRX Suspension Training—Begins October 22 Every exercise in suspension training builds functional strength, improves flexibility, balance, and core stability all at the same time. The program will take place on Tuesdays from 12:10–12:55 pm. Pilates and Toning—Begins October 24 Pilates combines stretching and strengthening of muscles. It helps build strong lean muscles from the inside out and is beneficial to everyone. The program takes place on Thursdays from 12:10–12:55 pm. *Fees for sessions are $60 + hst for 6 classes. Members receive a 15% discount off these classes= $51 + hst for 6 classes.To register for classes, visit the Panther Central desk. For more information on fitness classes, visit http://ar.upei.ca/recreation/fitness/fitness-programming or contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca

Beth Pearce, a UPEI PhD Chemistry student will present a seminar on Wednesday, October 16 at 12:30 pm. Ms. Pearce’s seminar is for the Capstone Business Course MMS 802. The seminar will be held in the Regis and Joan Duffy Research Centre, Lecture Theatre Room 212.

The UPEI Student Health Centre located in the W.A. Murphy Building (above the bookstore) is offering its Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday morning, October 23, 2013 by appointment only. Cost $10. Call and make your appointment at 902-566-0616.

The One Match 'Get Swabbed!' event is an initiative of Canadian Blood Services to increase Stem Cell donors into the OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network. This event is part of a nationwide university challenge. 'Get Swabbed!' is an annual coast-to-coast university challenge designed to engage and recruit young and diverse potential stem cell donors. This year marks the fifth annual event where university students across the country will be bracing their cheeks to determine this year's national champion. In just 5 to 10 minutes, you could change a life forever. Currently more than 900 patients are looking for a match in Canada. In addition, there is currently special need for 17 to 35 year old males who are ethnically diverse and in good general health to join the registry. Join UPEI in its second year competing in this national event! Together we can make a difference! October 22, 2013 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, W.A. Murphy Student Centre - McMillan Hall. Interested in volunteering? Have questions? Contact Amir Hosseinzadeh at ahosseinzade@upei.ca.

The Department of Biology and the UPEI Biology Society will host a presentation entitled "Marine Conservation Issues in the Canadian Context" by Dr. Sean Brillant, marine biologist and manager of Marine Programs for The Canadian Wildlife Federation, on October 17 from 7:00–9:00 pm in the Duffy Science Centre's Ampitheatre D 135. The lecture will provide a broad overview of conservation issues in all three oceans which comprise the Canadian coastline. Specific topics will include: species at risk, commercial fisheries, ocean pollution and climate change (with a special emphasis on the Atlantic coastal zone). The presentation will be augmented by a rich visual slide display of Canada’s spectacular marine vistas. The Department will also host the Human Biology & Environmental Sciences Seminar Series on October 18 in the Duffy Science Centre, room 204 from 12:30–1:30 pm. Dr. Brillant will present "Detecting effects of artificial shorelines on intertidal biodiversity." All are welcome to attend!

UPEI staff and faculty are cordially invited to attend Meetings and Conventions PEI's annual Member Tradeshow and Luncheon on October 30, 11:30 am–1:30 pm at the Harbourview Room at the PEI Convention Centre, 4 Queen Street. It's shaping up to be an exciting and informative event, full of valuable information and spooktacular boooooths! UPEI staff and faculty will have the opportunity to chat with other members and learn about the great new products/services offered to meeting planners. If you are thinking about hosting a future meeting or conference on PEI—this is the tradeshow for you! All are welcome to attend! Please RSVP to Treena MacLeod at tmacleod@peimc.com no later than October 23, 2013

Athletic Strength Circuit—Begins October 21 This class combines it all into an effective and challenging workout! Our trainer will take you through drills that blend agility, endurance, speed, and strength to push you to your limits. The program will take place on Mondays from 6:30–7:15 am. Athletic Cardio n' Strength—Begins October 21 This challenging class provides a great workout as you move through a series of stations designed to elevate your heart rate and challenge your muscles. The program takes place on Mondays from 5:00–5:45 pm. TRX Suspension Training—Begins October 22 Every exercise in suspension training builds functional strength, improves flexibility, balance, and core stability all at the same time. The program will take place on Tuesdays from 12:10–12:55 pm. Pilates and Toning—Begins October 24 Pilates combines stretching and strengthening of muscles. It helps build strong lean muscles from the inside out and is beneficial to everyone. The program takes place on Thursdays from 12:10–12:55 pm. *Fees for sessions are $60 + hst for 6 classes. Members receive a 15% discount off these classes= $51 + hst for 6 classes.To register for classes, visit the Panther Central desk. For more information on fitness classes, visit http://ar.upei.ca/recreation/fitness/fitness-programming or contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca

Beth Pearce, a UPEI PhD Chemistry student will present a seminar on Wednesday, October 16 at 12:30 pm. Ms. Pearce’s seminar is for the Capstone Business Course MMS 802. The seminar will be held in the Regis and Joan Duffy Research Centre, Lecture Theatre Room 212.

The UPEI Student Health Centre located in the W.A. Murphy Building (above the bookstore) is offering its Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday morning, October 23, 2013 by appointment only. Cost $10. Call and make your appointment at 902-566-0616.