Lunch and Learn: Research Security
All members of the UPEI research community are invited to attend a presentation on research security by Beth Canin, Regional Advisor (Atlantic), the Research Security Centre. The presentation will cover information on the National Security Guidelines for Research Partnerships, the
UPEI’s McDougall Faculty of Business wins award at Atlantic Schools of Business Conference
The UPEI McDougall Faculty of Business received the 2024 Best Overall Performance Award during the Atlantic Schools of Business Conference (ASBC) on September 21 at Saint Mary’s University (SMU), Halifax, Nova Scotia.
The award recognizes an institution who has the best ratio of work accepted for presentation at the conference compared to the total number of full-time faculty members employed in the respective unit.
Some of the projects presented at the conference include:
Dr. Wendy Rodgers to be installed as UPEI's seventh president on October 11
The Board of Governors invites all members of the UPEI community to the installation of Dr. Wendy Rodgers as the seventh President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Prince Edward Island.
The Honourable Diane Griffin will preside over the ceremony that will take place on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 1:30 pm in the amphitheatre of the Performing Arts Centre (enter upstairs via PAC 216-217S). A reception will take place following the ceremony in the Greg and Debbie Keefe Foyer.
The New Orford String Quartet in concert
The UPEI Department of Music is thrilled to present the New Orford String Quartet in concert. Comprised of four elite orchestral leaders and soloists–-Andrew Wan, Jonathan Crow, Sharon Wei, and Brian Manker--the quartet has been described by the Toronto Star as “nothing short of electrifying.”
UPEI Panthers this Week (October 7–13)
The UPEI Panthers are looking forward to a full week of competition at home and away.
Wednesday, October 9
AT HOME
7:00 pm: The UPEI Men’s Hockey Panthers host the Université de Moncton Aigles Bleus at Eastlink Centre, Charlottetown.
Friday, October 11
AT HOME
7:00 pm: The UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers host the Université de Moncton Aigles Bleues at MacLauchlan Arena for their season home opener.
AVC Open House draws 1,500 visitors for a fun-filled day of learning and exploration
The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) hosted its Open House on September 28, offering guests a day full of activities, learning, and fun. With a crowd of 1,500 visitors, the event was a huge success, showcasing the world of veterinary medicine to people of all ages.
Kaiya Maracle and Jack Roberts named UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week
Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes student-athletes for their achievements and contributions to their respective sports. The UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week for September 30–October 6, 2024, are Kaiya Maracle (women’s hockey) and Jack Roberts (men’s cross country).
Maracle, a fourth-year arts student-athlete from Toronto, Ontario, netted two goals and added an assist in a 6-1 win over the Mount Allison University Mounties in Sackville, New Brunswick, on October 5.
Island Lecture Series and book launch for "Finding Home at the Harbour"
The Island Lecture Series, presented by the Institute of Island Studies, will celebrate the launch of Finding Home at the Harbour by Barbara Palmer Rousseau. Weaving natural history with her own story and illustrations, Rousseau highlights the resilience of the Island and its inhabitants to ongoing environmental change in this collection of illustrated essays published by Island Studies Press. The lecture and launch will be held from 7-8:30 pm in the Faculty Lounge, SDU Main Building Room 201, University of Prince Edward Island.
McDougall Faculty of Business Mock Mixer
Do you feel nervous introducing yourself to new people? Unsure what to say about yourself in a professional networking setting? Join fellow UPEI students and Experiential Education staff to practice your networking in a supportive, semi-structured environment.
This event is being offered in preparation for the McDougall Faculty of Business's 2024 Career Day on Tuesday, October 29, but it is open to UPEI students who would like to improve their networking skills.
Multicultural Choir and Song Circle
Join us in sharing songs from around the world weekly on Tuesdays from 4:30-5:30 pm in the Faculty Lounge, SDU Main Building.
Relax, have fun, and sing! No experience is necessary.
Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Come one, come all!
