The Vern Smitheram and Andy Robb Leadership Development Series is presented by the University 100 program. UPEI is excited to host three presenters throughout the series including Julie Devon Dodd, Gordon Bailey, and Patrick Dorsey. Through their experiences we will learn more about what it means to be a leader, and about making a difference for the greater good. Join us for these exciting presentations! January 31, 1:00 pm, Main Building 211 - Gordon Bailey, executive chef and entrepreneur February 7, 1:00 pm, Main Building 211 - Patrick Dorsey, Vice President, ACOA PEI & Tourism If you’d like more information on the guest speakers, please contact Vickie Johnston at (902) 628-4363 or vjohnston@upei.ca

SPEAKER: Brad Scott, Department of Biomedical Sciences TITLE: Androgen Receptor α: Understanding the expression and function of a novel androgen receptor in 3-Spined Stickleback.

In recognition of the outstanding performance of our faculty and staff, and their dedication to students and our community—on-campus, provincially and globally—a number of annual awards have been created to acknowledge their efforts and achievements, and celebrate their contribution to our success as an institution. Up to 30 annual Presidential Recognition Awards of Merit for UPEI Faculty—for exceptional performance by faculty in teaching, scholarly endeavours, service, and combined achievements—and seven Presidential Recognition Awards for UPEI Staff—for exceptional performance by staff—in each of seven categories, will be awarded. Both sets of awards will be presented at a celebratory event on April 5, 2012 at 3 pm in McMillan Hall at the W.A. Murphy Student Centre. Working with their fellow VPs, as well as Deans and Directors, Dr. Jim Randall, VP Academic will lead the process to determine successful recipients of faculty awards, and Mr. Phil Hooper, VP Administration and Finance will lead the process to determine staff award winners. Nominations for both faculty and staff awards close on March 9, 2012. For further details on the awards and the nomination process, please visit: president.upei.ca/presidential-recognition-awards-merit

Nominations for both faculty and staff awards close on March 9, 2012. For further details on the awards and the nomination process, please visit: president.upei.ca/presidential-recognition-awards-merit

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On this Valentine’s Day, come to the clock tower, If you’re looking for sugar, you’ve only an hour! Tell your friends, your partner, your fella, your missus, That Webster is sharing some hugs and some kisses! Free hugs & Hershey’s kisses Tuesday, February 14 11:30 am—12:30 pm Clock Tower (outside Memorial)

Men's Hockey Panthers are set to face off against Acadia Axemen in Subway AUS 1/4 final action.

If Necessary: Men's Hockey Panthers will take on Acadia Axemen in Game three of Subway Aus 1/4 final action.

On Wednesday, February 29, 2012, Dr. Jim Randall will provide his perspective on "The Value and Challenges of Academic Planning " at 3:00 p.m. in KCI - Room 104. This continues the tradition established last year where the Vice President Academic provides his perspective on significant issues related to the academic community. All faculty members are invited to attend.

A nomination candidate for Canada Research Chair in Healthy Populations and Wellness, will provide two presentations to the campus community. A short reception will follow each presentation. “Reasons for Optimism: A Different Perspective on Aging, Health and Performance” General Presentation February 22, 2012 McDougall Hall 246, Reception in Market Square 9:00 am – 10:00 am Candidate CV's are available at the reserve desk, Robertson Library. Comments on this candidates are welcome,and can be forwarded to ord@upei.ca For more information contact Research Services at 566-0775.