Campus Notices
The Environmental Studies Program and Robertson Library Talks Invite the UPEI students, faculty, and staff to attend the screening of the documentary “Athropocene: The Human Epoch.” The screening will be followed by the discussion led by the UPEI students.
Created by Jennifer Baichwal, Nicholas de Pencier and Edward Burtynsky, this documentary is “a cinematic meditation on humanity’s massive reengineering of the planet.”
Date and time: March 5, 2020 at 5:30pm
Place: RL 235
Invited discussants: Sarah Davison, Island Studies; Noble Newman, Applied Communication, Leadership, and Culture; Isabelle Fitzpatrick, Applied Communication, Leadership, and Culture; Emily Smith, Environmental Studies; Choyce Chappell, Environmental Studies.
All are welcome!
If have any questions/suggestions, please feel free to contact Dr. Nino Antadze at nantadze@upei.ca
If you use Moodle for receiving assignment submissions, you can create rubrics and marking guides to change how students see their grades and feedback. This short workshop will show how to build rubrics and marking guides for Moodle assignments. There will be time for guided practice as well. Register for the workshop here.
If you have any questions about the session please contact jbhogan@upei.ca.
The Multidisciplinary Faculty Discussion Group on Environmental Issues is hosting a series of brown bag lunch events which aim to showcase UPEI faculty's environment-related research.
The second speaker in the series is Dr. John McIntyre, Associate Professor in the Department of English Language and Literature, speaking on Climates of Modernism on Tuesday, March 10, from noon to 12:45 p.m. in the SDU Main Building Faculty Lounge, Room 201. Students, faculty, and staff are all welcome to attend.
The UPEI Diversity and Social Justice Studies program, the Dean of Arts, and the Dean of Education will host a launch of Dr. Darryl Leroux’s book, Distorted Descent: White Claims to Indigenous Identity, on Tuesday, March 10, at 4 pm in Lecture Theatre A, Atlantic Veterinary College, UPEI. Leroux, an associate professor at Saint Mary’s University, will give a lecture at this free public event.
In the book, Leroux explores a social phenomenon called race shifting, which has taken off in the twenty-first century. In race shifting, otherwise white, French-descendant settlers in Canada discover an Indigenous ancestor born 300 to 375 years ago through genealogy and use that ancestor as the sole basis for an eventual shift into an “Indigenous” identity today.
For more information, contact Dr. Ann Braithwaite, DSJS, at abraithwaite@upei.ca
Please join us for the first Theology on Tap of the Winter Term!
Rev. Professor Emmanuel Agius, Professor of Moral Theology and Philosophical Ethics, University of Malta, will speak on “Insights from Robotics for Theological Reflection: Challenges and Opportunities.” Theology on Tap is presented by the SDU Institute of Christianity and Culture. Thursday 5 March 2020, doors open at 6:30 pm with the talk starting at 7 pm, the Pourhouse, 189 Great George Street.
Hop on over to the Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall and purchase 5 all-you-care-to-eat lunches for only $30 valid from Monday, March 2nd until April 23rd, 2020!
The Saint Dunstan's University Institute of Christianity and Culture is pleased to present a free public lecture given by Rev. Professor Agius Emmanuel, Professor of Moral Theology and Philosophical Ethics, University of Malta, on "Human Gene Editing: the Ethical and Regulatory Landscape in Europe." Wanda Wyatt Lecture Theatre, KC Irving Chemistry Building. All are welcome!
Call for judges - PEI Science Fair Wednesday, April 1, 2020
The PEI Science Fair is fast approaching and we need support from the science and engineering community on PEI for judging this important event. Anyone with an interest in science can be a great judge to help make the experience fun and meaningful for the young people who have taken the time to explore project-based learning in science.
Please forward this call to anyone that you think may be interested in judging. We are seeking to increase the number of judges this year to provide a better experience for the participants and the judges.
The Fair will be held Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre at UPEI. Judging takes place from 8:30 to Noon and a pizza lunch will be provided. We need a small number of judges for a second round in the afternoon as well.
A typical judging experience is to arrive before 8:30 and find your team; judge several projects and then gather with your team to rank and score them; hand in your results before noon; finally, enjoy pizza and conversation with fellow science professionals and enthusiasts.
This years fair will have students from grades 4 to 12 participating. Students in grades 7 to 12 have the opportunity to be sent to the Canada Wide Science Fair in Edmonton, Alberta. (Many of you will recall the 2012 Canada Wide Science Fair that we hosted here in Charlottetown).
If you are willing to judge, please contact Barry Linkletter at judge.peisf@gmail.com and more information will be provided.
The UPEI Music Department will perform Mozart’s famous opera “The Magic Flute” on March 6 and again on March 7, at 7:30 pm in the Steel Recital Hall.
This fully staged version will come to life under the musical direction of Sung Ha Shin-Bouey and stage direction of Stephen Bouey, both of whom are voice professors at UPEI. The opera will be sung in English and will have a unique take, offering perhaps a glimpse of university life in a fantastical way. It is a family-friendly show and is perfect for the inner child in everyone.
Tickets are $15 for adults and seniors, and $10 for students, and can be purchased online at https://bpt.me/4391069; at the Music Department Office (Room 203, Steel Building); or at the door. The storm date is March 8 at 7:30 pm.
For more information, contact Susan Stensch, UPEI Music Department, at music@upei.ca.
SPEAKER: Will Robbins, Biomedical Sciences
TITLE: Further Investigations on Metastrongyloid Transmission Routes
Everyone Welcome
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates at least 22 million cases of influenza in the United States this flu season, with 210,000 hospitalizations and 12,000 deaths. In contrast, there have been 12 cases of Corona Virus. It is not too late to get the Flu Shot (Influenza Vaccine). We still have some in stock at the health centre. The strain of Influenza this flu season has affected more children and individuals under 25 years old than other years. Avoid the second wave of the flu and get your shot now!
The annual UPEI Career and Summer Job Fair is fast approaching. The Experiential Education department would appreciate your help in getting the word out and encouraging students to attend. The event welcomes a wide variety of employers from various industries who will be actively hiring students and recent graduates in March 2020. Attendance for students is free, and there will also be headshots available at no charge.
Students seeking assistance with preparing for the fair can drop by the Career Studio, 209 Dalton Hall. A list of employers planning to attend can be found on the Career Services webpage.
https://www.upei.ca/career-services/upei-career-and-summer-job-fair
Dr. Sarah Nutter, candidate for the tenure track position with the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts, will make two public presentations.
The first is entitled "Weight Bias: The Benefit of Psychological Research in this Multidisciplinary Field" and will take place on Monday, March 9, 2020 at 11:30 am in Memorial Hall, room 308.
The second is entitled “Social Justice in Clinical Psychology Education and Practice”. This presentation will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 9:00 am in Memorial Hall, room 308.
All are welcome to attend.
Are you a member of UPEI’s LGBTQ2S+ community looking for a safe and fun space to discuss your experiences and connect with others? Then this group is for you!
On Friday March 6th, join UPEI’s LGBT+ Support Group as we connect for our first meeting. Headed by Joshua Peters and Allegra Netten, both Doctoral Psychology students and proud members of PEI’s LGBT2S+ community, this group will explore the unique mental health experiences of LGBT2S+ individuals. Topics may include anything from sex and sexuality, to finding support for specific LGBTQ2S+ issues, or tips for maintaining healthy relationships. Most importantly, this group will be a safe place to connect, learn, and support one another. For those who are new to the community or just want to listen – participation isn’t necessary. We hope to create a space for everyone, so confidentiality among participants will be strongly encouraged.
For our first gathering, we will be asking folks what they might want to include in our conversation as we move forward as well as outlining a few ideas we have for getting started. Light snacks will be provided.
Any questions or concerns? Don’t be afraid to reach out to either Allegra Netten (anetten@upei.ca) or Joshua Peters (jpeters5634@upei.ca), or find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LGBT-Support-Group-for-UPEI-students-and-staff-102290731361044/
We look forward to seeing you there!
It's not too late to register for Go CODE Girl Day at UPEI! The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering is welcoming girls in Grades 7 to 10 to spend an afternoon with us learning about the exciting world of computer programming and software development for engineering applications. UPEI FSDE has been a participant in Go CODE Girl Day, which is an initiative that takes place at 20+ universities with Engineering programs across Canada to encourage young women to pursue Engineering!
Additional details and registration instructions can be found here: http://www.onwie.ca/programs/go-code-girl
OR go straight to the registration form: https://events.onwie.ca/
Tweet that you're coming after you register! @EngineeringUPEI #GoCODEGirl
LOCATION: SUSTAINABLE DESIGN ENGINEERING 212
Registration is FREE but space is limited. Deadline to register is Monday, March 2, by 12 noon.
Contact: Dr. Amy Hsiao, ahsiao@upei.ca
UPEI’s Faculty of Business will hold an information session for those interested in its Executive MBA program. The event will be Thursday, March 12 at 5:00 pm in the Boardroom at the Confederation Centre of the Arts in Charlottetown.
UPEI's Executive MBA program offers a high-quality learning experience for working business professionals. The program is designed for those working in, or aspiring to work in, a management or leadership position. Classes are offered bi-weekly on Fridays and Saturdays with the option to complete the program in 20 months.
Central to the program design is an evidence-based management approach which helps students develop the skills and knowledge to make better-informed and well-supported decisions both in the program and in applied situations in their workplaces.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, the Faculty of Business invites you to attend this upcoming information session. Learn more about the program and application process, have your questions answered, and meet with staff, faculty and students.
We encourage you to call 902-894-2866 or email mba@upei.ca to reserve a seat. For more information about UPEI's Executive MBA program, please visit www.upei.ca/emba or email mba@upei.ca
You’re invited to attend an Open House for the MBA in Global Leadership at UPEI!
Come to UPEI on Thursday, March 5, from 4:30 to 6:00 pm in Schurman Market Square, Don and Marion McDougall Hall.
Earn your MBA in just 12 months! Meet with MBA in Global Leadership Program Director Dr. Don Wagner, faculty, staff, and alumni to learn all about this innovative and in-demand program.
Attendees will be able to apply on-site (please bring a laptop or mobile device) and have their application fee waived.
UPEI students with an average of at least 80% in their last two years of undergraduate study in any discipline are automatically eligible for the MBA program, with no GMAT/GRE requirement.
Light refreshments will be served.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Can’t make the Open House? Feel free to contact our program office at 902-894-2866, or by email at mba@upei.ca to request a call or to be added to a waitlist for upcoming webinars.
Please be advised that Accessibility Services will now be accepting referrals for students from Faculty and Staff through a new Accessibility Services Referral Form available on myUPEI under the UPEI Forms section.
All staff and faculty should use this tool when making a referral as it will help us gather the appropriate information to support the student.
If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Wadden Garland, Coordinator, Accessibility Services via email at nwadden@upei.ca
Please join us for the first Theology on Tap of the Winter Term!
Rev. Professor Emmanuel Agius, Professor of Moral Theology and Philosophical Ethics, University of Malta, will speak on “Insights from Robotics for Theological Reflection: Challenges and Opportunities.” Theology on Tap is presented by the SDU Institute of Christianity and Culture. Thursday 5 March 2020, doors open at 6:30 pm with the talk starting at 7 pm, the Pourhouse, 189 Great George Street.
Go CODE Girl Day is an exciting opportunity for girls in Grades 7 to 10 to visit the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering at the University of Prince Edward Island and learn about the world of computer programming and software development for engineering applications. We will introduce, inspire, and equip girls with the digital skills needed to pursue interests in the fastest growing industries of technology, computing and engineering. UPEI FSDE has been a participant in Go CODE Girl Day since 2017, which is an initiative that takes place annually at 20+ universities with Engineering programs across Canada. Technology is revolutionizing our world, and she who knows how to code holds the power of change in her hands!
Registration is FREE but space is limited. Sign up today: https://events.onwie.ca/ and after you register, tweet that you're coming, if you like! @EngineeringUPEI #GoCODEGirl
Additional details can be found here: https://sites.google.com/upei.ca/fsde-go-code-girl/home and http://www.onwie.ca/programs/go-code-girl
Deadline to register is Monday, March 2, 2020 by 12 noon.
