Campus Notices
The Office of Research Services (ORS) would like the campus community to know that the Contracts Research Policy has been replaced with a new Sponsored Research and Research Contracts Policy, now available on UPEI’s Policy website. This new policy, along with the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), comes into effect now so all new sponsored research will be governed by this policy and its procedures. ORS encourages researchers to review the policy and SOPs.
Summary of main changes: The indirect cost rate for research projects (“overhead”) has been revised to adopt a fixed rate of 25% on all direct costs, with half of this going to the Office of the Vice-President Academic and Research and half to the PI’s Faculty, with some exceptions, as outlined in the SOPs. Additionally, there is a portion of indirect costs (generally 30% of the Faculty’s share) that will be distributed from the Faculty to the PI to support research-related activities. The AVC Distribution of Overheads from Research Contracts Policy is unchanged and applies to all AVC research projects. The AVC Policy can be found on myupei.ca.
The following changes have been applied to UPEI Researcher Portal application forms:
- Research CONTRACTS Approvals Form (rev. Sept 2022): An updated budget spreadsheet incorporating the new indirect cost calculations is available in this form. All new contracts submitted must use the new budget spreadsheet. There are separate tabs for MAIN campus and AVC that automate the indirect cost rate calculations.
- Research GRANTS Approvals Form (rev. Sept 2022): The budget spreadsheet is removed from this form and is no longer required.
The following change has been applied to UPEI Researcher Portal event forms:
- Account Modification Form (Rev July 2024): modified to permit the option for the PI to request their portion of the Faculty’s indirect costs (generally 30%). These requests for PI share of indirect costs must occur after the funds have been transferred to the faculty, which is based on the contract terms and conditions. Normally, project claims occur at the end of the project.
If there are any questions about the changes and updates, please contact Maria Steele, Manager of Research Administration, Partnerships, and Innovation, at 902-566-6479, mlsteele@upei.ca.
As UPEI continues to think about the best first-year experience or our students, Shannon Murray and Philip Smith will introduce two successful programs from our past: the First-Year Advantage Program and the senior student-led First-Year Seminar. After a brief description of each program, we will open up the discussion to the larger question of what we hope for in the experience of our first-year undergraduate students.
The deadline for Animal Care Protocol Submissions (new, renewal, or amendment) is Friday, November 1, 2024, for the November meeting.
Please note that as of June 1, 2020, all animal user protocols must be submitted through UPEI Researcher Portal at https://upei.researchservicesoffice.com/Romeo.Researcher/
For new protocols select ‘applications’ and for renewal or amendment protocols select ‘events’.
To view any UPEI ACC SOPs and Codes of Practice, they can be accessed through myUPEI at https://portal.upei.ca/facultystaff/administrativeservices/AVCAnimalCare/Pages/default.aspx.
Those protocols received after the deadline will be reviewed the following month. The Committee requires at least one month for processing applications.
The Board of Governors cordially 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.
Please join us Friday, October 11, 2024, at 1:30 pm in the amphitheatre of the Performing Arts Centre (enter upstairs via PAC 216-217S). Reception immediately following the ceremony in the Greg and Debbie Keefe Foyer. RSVP by Monday, October 7, 2024, to rsvp@upei.ca
Faculty members are also invited to be part of the Academic Procession and wear their academic regalia. The procession will assemble in Andrew Hall 142 at 12:45-1:00 pm. If you don't have your own academic regalia, there will be a limited supply of black gowns available. If you wish to participate, please email rsvp@upei.ca, and use the subject line: Academic Procession
All are welcome!
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.
Note special time: This recital will take place at 2:30 pm on October 8 on the SDU Stage in the Dr. Steel Recital Hall, Steel Building. Accessible parking is available, and the recital hall has an accessible entrance via elevator.
The Office of Commercialization, Industry, and Innovation (OCII) is hosting a Research Networking Day on October 17, 2024, from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm in the UPEI Performing Arts Centre, Room 110S. The theme is "Building Research Partnerships in Human Health."
We are bringing together UPEI researchers, local companies, community organizations, and government to listen to short presentations about their interests, capabilities, and needs in human health research. Attendees will also have a chance to make new connections with others doing work in the human health research area during the coffee break and the networking lunch.
We are also creating a booklet to highlight the different UPEI researchers and their connections to human health research. We are asking each researcher to fill out the intake form by October 8. The booklet will include a brief description of their research and three keywords and will be used as a reference tool during the networking event.
Join us to meet others involved in human health research.
For more information and to register for this free event, go to https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/upei-research-networking-day-human-health-tickets-1013717334837
The UPEI Department of Music will host an unforgettable evening of brass and percussion music as the Canadian Staff Band takes the stage at UPEI’s Performing Arts Centre theatre. Experience the exhilarating power and serene beauty of one of Canada's premier brass ensembles under the direction of bandmaster John Lam. This rare opportunity to hear the artistry of the Canadian Staff Band promises to uplift and inspire.
The Faculty of Science Graduate Studies Committee invites the campus community to the next presentation of the 2024-25 Environmental Sciences & Human Biology seminar series on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 12:30 p.m. in Duffy Science Centre, Room 204.
Jiacheng (Eric) Chuan, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, will give a presentation titled "Application tour of bioinformatics in plant pathogenicity and early detection.” All are welcome.
The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last SIX draws, the total pot has grown to more than $20,250, with half going to the winner of the draw.
Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI’s athletic and recreation programs. You can now select a specific team, club, or program to direct your proceeds from each of your tickets.
Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the UPEI Panther Recreation app from the App Store or on Google Play, or play from your computer. The weekly draw is held at 8:00 pm every Saturday.
Sisters in Spirit vigils have been held every October 4 since 2006 in the memory of Canada’s murdered and missing Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people. Sisters in Spirit Day raises public awareness to ensure that everyone, regardless of their cultural background, is aware of this crisis of violence and calls on us take action.
What each of us can do:
- Support Indigenous, BIPOC, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and organization in their work. Attend community events and respectfully listen to their messages. Educate yourself.
- Read Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and their Calls for Justice.
- Learn about Indigenous and colonial history from an Indigenous perspective. Learn about the integral roles of women and Two Spirit people within Indigenous culture.
- When you see or hear actions, behaviours, or words that are harmful, ask questions, speak up, or check in. Try to mitigate the harm.
If you would like more information, visit Safe Passages, an initiative of the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC): safe-passage.ca You can also visit the Department of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Human Rights and the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office in Kelley Memorial Building, Room 115-118 equity@upei.ca | @upei_edi | @upeisvpro
Applications and nominations are being accepted for the 2024 MacLauchlan Prizes for Effective Writing.
Returning undergraduate students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to apply for a MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing by October 6, 2024. Criteria and application forms for the four prize categories can be found through the links below. Note that there are numerous awards available per category. Submissions should be made electronically to scholarships@upei.ca.
MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing (Community)
MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing (Course Work)
MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing (Faculty and Staff)
MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing (UPEI Writing Centre)
The family of Harry and Marjorie MacLauchlan of Stanhope PEI made a leadership gift to UPEI in July 2011 to create a substantial program of awards that encourages and recognizes student writing achievement. The gift honours H. Wade MacLauchlan’s 12 years of service as UPEI president and vice-chancellor and recognizes the importance of effective writing as a foundational skill for academic success and lifelong learning.
The Board of Governors cordially 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.
Please join us Friday, October 11, 2024, at 1:30 pm in the amphitheatre of the Performing Arts Centre (enter upstairs via PAC 216-217S). Reception immediately following the ceremony in the Greg and Debbie Keefe Foyer. RSVP by Monday, October 7, 2024, to rsvp@upei.ca
Faculty members are also invited to be part of the Academic Procession and wear their academic regalia. The procession will assemble in Andrew Hall 142 at 12:45-1:00 pm. If you don't have your own academic regalia, there will be a limited supply of black gowns available. If you wish to participate, please email rsvp@upei.ca, and use the subject line: Academic Procession
All are welcome!
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The Office of Commercialization, Industry, and Innovation (OCII) is hosting a Research Networking Day on October 17, 2024, from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm in the UPEI Performing Arts Centre, Room 110S. The theme is "Building Research Partnerships in Human Health."
We are bringing together UPEI researchers, local companies, community organizations, and government to listen to short presentations about their interests, capabilities, and needs in human health research. Attendees will also have a chance to make new connections with others doing work in the human health research area during the coffee break and the networking lunch.
We are also creating a booklet to highlight the different UPEI researchers and their connections to human health research. We are asking each researcher to fill out the intake form by October 8. The booklet will include a brief description of their research and three keywords and will be used as a reference tool during the networking event.
Join us to meet others involved in human health research.
For more information and to register for this free event, go to https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/upei-research-networking-day-human-health-tickets-1013717334837
Innovation PEI is providing an on-campus information session regarding their Ignition Fund competition. This competition is for entrepreneurs who are trying to commercialize their innovations. Here are the details of the event:
What: Ignition Fund Information Session
When: 12:00-1:00 pm, Thursday, October 3, 2024
Where: Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship, Robertson Library (201)
Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/rd87fAKaUs
The UPEI Department of Music will host an unforgettable evening of brass and percussion music as the Canadian Staff Band takes the stage at UPEI’s Performing Arts Centre theatre. Experience the exhilarating power and serene beauty of one of Canada's premier brass ensembles under the direction of bandmaster John Lam. This rare opportunity to hear the artistry of the Canadian Staff Band promises to uplift and inspire.
The Faculty of Science Graduate Studies Committee invites the campus community to the next presentation of the 2024-25 Environmental Sciences & Human Biology seminar series on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 12:30 p.m. in Duffy Science Centre, Room 204.
Jiacheng (Eric) Chuan, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, will give a presentation titled "Application tour of bioinformatics in plant pathogenicity and early detection.” All are welcome.
The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last SIX draws, the total pot has grown to more than $20,250, with half going to the winner of the draw.
Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI’s athletic and recreation programs. You can now select a specific team, club, or program to direct your proceeds from each of your tickets.
Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the UPEI Panther Recreation app from the App Store or on Google Play, or play from your computer. The weekly draw is held at 8:00 pm every Saturday.
Attention Students and Researchers!
Join us for an informative session on Innovation PEI's Ignition Fund, a competitive funding opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking start-up capital for their innovative projects.
Details:
- Date: October 3, 2024
- Time: 12:00-1:00 pm
- Location: Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship, 201 Robertson Library
Don’t miss this chance to learn about funding opportunities that can help turn your venture ideas into reality! Please register in advance to secure your spot: https://forms.office.com/r/rd87fAKaUs
