Professional Communications Online Workshop
Join Experiential Education staff for a 30-minute online workshop where we will review best practices for professional communications, with a focus on creating a good first impression while expanding your network.
This workshop is being offered in preparation for the McDougall Faculty of Business's 2024 Career Day on Tuesday, October 29, but it is open to any UPEI students who would like to improve their communication skills for professional networking.
UPEI nursing professor leads study on accessibility of gender-affirming health care on PEI/Epekwitk
Dr. Margie Burns, an assistant professor in the UPEI Faculty of Nursing, is leading a research study about the experiences of Two-Spirit, transgender, gender-diverse, and non-binary (2STGD+) people seeking and accessing gender-affirming health care on PEI/Epekwitk.
Burns has received a Partnership Engage Grant of $24,959 from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council for the study.
CCCE Speaker Series: PEI Business Navigator
Do you have a business you're thinking about starting? Are you uncertain about how to register your business or what sort of regulations/licenses you may need to operate legally? Alicia Birt, PEI's business navigator, will outline the services and supports available through the provincial government's free business navigator service on Tuesday, October 8, from noon to 1 pm.
Pizza will be provided to those who pre-register. Sign up here!
"My work is endlessly fascinating, and I love it."
What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to teach here?
I grew up in rural northern Alberta. My university studies brought me to Lethbridge, Vancouver, and Montréal. Calgary was my home before joining the Music Department at UPEI in the fall of 2019.
Afternoon of Service at the Mount: Halloween Treat Bags
Help The Mount prepare for Halloween by crafting and packing candy for trick-or-treat bags.
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.
The Mount is located very close to UPEI at 141 Mount Edward Road. There is a trail that connects the UPEI campus and the Mount. For this event, we will meet on campus and walk as a group to the Mount.
SEASON PREVIEW: UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers set for 2024-25 resurgence
As the UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers head into the 2024–25 season, they are driven and determined to reclaim their playoff spot and show that they are a force to be reckoned in Atlantic University Sport (AUS).
After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2015–16, the team is out to prove that last season was nothing more than a blip on the radar and that they are motivated to flip the script.
“At our core, we’re a resilient bunch,” said head coach Sean Fisher. “I think you’ll see a very motivated team this year.”
UPEI Alumni and Friends Ottawa Alumni Social
Thursday, October 24, 2024
7:00 pm Atlantic Time | 6:00 pm Eastern Time
The Aulde Dubliner and Pour House, 62 William Street, Ottawa
Join us for an alumni and friends social event with great friends, and food to share. This event is free to attend, and all those who RSVP and attend will also receive a complimentary alumni gift.
*Accessibility note: This location does have a set of stairs to access the event space.*
To RSVP, please send us an email at alumni@upei.ca.
Performance by winner of the 2024 Atlantic Young Artist Competition
Hosted by the UPEI Department of Music, the PEI Registered Music Teachers’ Association and the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers’ Association present trombonist Jo Dashney, winner of the 2024 Atlantic Young Artist Competition, with pianist Stella Hui. The program includes 20th- and 21st-century works by David Biedenbender, Kevin Day, Alexei Lebedev, Anthony Plog, and Barbara York.
Pianist Peter Allen in concert
The UPEI Department of Music hosts pianist Peter Allen in concert on Thursday, October 24, at 7:30 pm.
Peter Allen is one of Canada’s most respected and talented musicians, known nationally as a concert pianist, composer, conductor, and teacher. He will perform works by Haydn, Rachmaninoff, Ravel, and some of his own bagatelles.
UPEI Alumni and Friends Toronto - Island Oyster Social
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
6:30 pm Atlantic Time | 5:30 pm Eastern Time
Waterworks Food Hall, 50 Brant St. Toronto
Ticket price: $20
The Office of Alumni Engagement is excited to work with PEI native Jason Kun of Island Oysters to bring a little taste of home to alumni and friends in Toronto! Join us for a social event as Jason regales you with tall tales of shellfish, explains flavour profile notes, and delivers aquaculture insight, all while providing fresh and perfectly shucked oysters for you to enjoy.
