Message from the President: Welcome to the 2020 Fall Academic Semester
This message was distributed to UPEI students, faculty, and staff on September 9, 2020 to their @upei.ca emails.
President's Holiday Social
Dr. Wendy Rodgers, President and Vice-Chancellor, invites you to attend the 2025 PRESIDENT’S HOLIDAY SOCIAL FOR FACULTY AND STAFF
Wednesday, December 17
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Lower Lobby and Concourse Performing Arts Centre and Residence
Celebrate with your colleagues and enjoy complimentary appetizers and refreshments while listening to festive songs of the season.
DONATIONS TO THE UPEI CAMPUS FOOD BANK WILL BE MATCHED!
UPEI marks 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence with flag event
UPEI is marking the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence with a Red Flag Green Flag event that involves red and green laminated signs hung across campus. The signs are printed with examples and messages about “red flag” (unhealthy) behaviours and “green flag” (healthy) behaviours in dating and relationships.
Girls Get WISE Challenge Day takes place at UPEI on December 6
On Saturday, December 6, a “Girls Get WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) Challenge Day” is being held at UPEI. The day will cover the topics of science, engineering, math, and technology for all female-identifying/two-spirited individuals in grades K-12.
UPEI’s Giving Tuesday Campaign focuses on students
This year, Giving Tuesday is on December 2, and at UPEI, the day is all about supporting our students!
“Every gift—no matter the size—plays a part in creating a stronger, more supportive environment where students can reach their full potential,” said Anthony Gill, Director, UPEI Development and Alumni Engagement. “When you give to UPEI, you are not only supporting today’s students, but you are also shaping the leaders, innovators, and changemakers of tomorrow.”
Afternoon of Service at the Mount - Study Break Snowflake Crafting
Looking for a study break activity that's fun and meaningful? Join us for a special holiday volunteer opportunity with The Mount Continuing Care Community.
The Mount Continuing Care Community is a wonderful place that provides quality care and support for seniors. They are all about creating a warm and friendly environment for their residents and guests.
Panel of equity, diversity, and inclusion experts conduct review of UPEI EDI and Human Rights department
A panel of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) experts made up of three external and one internal reviewer is on the UPEI campus from November 26–28, meeting with key stakeholders and conducting a review of the UPEI Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Human Rights (EDIHR) department.
Together the panel brings decades of experience leading equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights functions in post-secondary institutions as well as leading the Canadian Association for Harassment and Discrimination in Higher Education.
Watch online! Official opening ceremony of the UPEI Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Centre
The University of Prince Edward Island invites you to join us virtually* to mark the
Official Opening of the new UPEI Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Centre
Friday, November 28, 2025, 3:00 pm
Action Plan IMPACT: Expanded SVPRO ramps up awareness and prevention efforts in visible ways!
The following article has been distributed to faculty, staff, and students by UPEI Communications.
UPEI’s Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SV-PRO) was an “office of one” until the UPEI Action Plan called for the creation of the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights (EDIHR) department.
Faculty and Staff Festivus Dinner
Celebrate the season with Dana Hospitality at the Faculty and Staff Festivus Dinner in Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall on Friday, December 19, 2025.
Seating options:
• 11:30 am
• 12:45 pm