UPEI Panthers Cheer Team wins national title for third consecutive year
The UPEI Panthers Cheer Team ended their season on a high note, becoming national champions for the third consecutive year after competing at the Collegiate Median National Championship division of the CheerExpo National Cheerleading Championship 2024. The event took place from April 5 to 7 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
After trailing just behind the University of New Brunswick all season, the Panthers pulled ahead at the last second where it really counted to claim the national title.
UPEI awards internal research grants to faculty members
UPEI awarded research grants totalling $62,788 to 13 faculty members in 2024. Five faculty members received internal research grants (IRG), six were awarded Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Explore research grants (SERG), and two were awarded Lévesque human health internal research grants.
Graduate student in engineering wins 2024 UPEI 3-Minute Thesis competition
Ant-inspired robots, the experiences of temporary foreign workers on PEI, and modelling for energy efficiency cost savings for property owners were the focus of prize-winning 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) presentations by UPEI graduate students on April 11, 2024.
The 3MT competition challenges graduate students to explain their thesis within three minutes and in a format that a general audience can understand. The winner earns a place at the regional 3MT competition in Quebec City on June 7, and the top three presenters receive prize money.
Science Atlantic Environment conference at UPEI a success
University students from across Atlantic Canada learned about environmental research taking place in the region during the 2024 Science Atlantic Environment conference hosted by UPEI’s Environmental Studies program last month.
Seventy-eight students and faculty from universities in Atlantic Canada attended the conference. Forty-nine oral and poster presentations were given by undergraduate and graduate students, 11 of whom were from UPEI.
UPEI Grad Class 2024 Mix and Mingle a success
The UPEI Department of Alumni and Engagement hosted a social night on Tuesday, April 9 at the Fox & Crow, W.A. Murphy Student Centre. The event was held to help welcome the UPEI Class of 2024 to the UPEI alumni family and was open to all 2024 graduates and UPEI, Saint Dunstan’s University, and Prince of Wales College alumni.
Afternoon of Service: Baking and bookmarks at The Mount!
Help The Mount prepare for their community book swap, which will include a bake and bookmark sale to raise funds to build a little lending library. In this Afternoon of Service, we will help residents prepare the baked goods and make the bookmarks.
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.
PETAPAN 2024: First Light Symposium
The PETAPAN 2024: First Light Symposium will take place from May 29 to June 2, 2024. This bi-annual event celebrates Indigenous artists from the Atlantic region, providing a space for dialogue, connection, and sharing of practices. This year, PEI will be honoured to host PETAPAN.
Workplace tour at the PEI Public Service Commision
Have you ever wondered what happens behind those imposing government office doors? Now’s your chance! Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Shaw Building.
Gain a firsthand glimpse into the daily operations of the PEI government and learn about the various roles and responsibilities of its employees. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with professionals in the public sector and gain valuable insights into government career opportunities.
Who knows? You might discover your dream job!
PsyD Dissertation Defence by Joshua Peters
The Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts, invites all to attend Joshua Peters' public dissertation defense presentation of his PsyD research titled “Faggy Butterfly”: Stories of Gay Liberation, Transformation, and Resilience on Rural Prince Edward Island.
Please join us on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 11:30 am-1:30 pm ADT
In person: SDU Main Building, Room 320
Via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81692911320
UPEI Engineering Brigades Club design water system for rural community in Honduras
In February 2024, the UPEI Engineering Brigades Club traveled to Honduras where they designed a water system for the rural community of La Brea.
The 22-member student team worked alongside Honduran engineers and the Global Brigades staff on the project. This trip marked the second-ever successful UPEI Global Engineering Brigade service trip. They were accompanied by Dr. Libby Osgood, associate professor, Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering, and Sherilyn Acorn, manager, UPEI Office of Study Abroad and International Partnerships.
