Message from UPEI Board of Governors Executive Committee re: Letter of Resignation from Mr. Pat Sinnott
The following message was issued on June 21, 2023, to students, staff, and faculty on behalf of the Executive Committee of the UPEI Board of Governors.
The UPEI Board of Governors received the below letter by email from Mr. Pat Sinnott today and wishes to share it with the University community.
Panthers improve goaltending depth with the addition of former Charlottetown Islander Jakob Robillard
The UPEI Men’s Hockey are excited to welcome former Charlottetown Islanders goaltender Jakob Robillard to the team for the 2023–24 season.
After signing with the Islanders in January, Robillard said he felt at home in front of Island hockey fans and appreciated the warm reception that came his way.
“I learned very quickly how warm and welcoming fans on the Island are,” said the 21-year-old from Wendover, Ontario. “PEI obviously has a passion for hockey, and I loved the energy the fans brought every night at the Eastlink Centre. I expect more of the same here at UPEI.”
UPEI President supports proposed changes to Ombudsperson Act
Dr. Greg Keefe, interim President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement regarding the tabling of legislation on June 20, 2023, that would bring Island post-secondary institutions under PEI’s Ombudsperson Act. The proposed legislation would allow the Ombudsperson to review decisions, recommendations, or acts relating to public post-secondary institutions on PEI, which include UPEI, Holland College, and College de l’Île.
UPEI Healthy Campus Committee hosts successful Wellness Check and Coffee Break
The UPEI Healthy Campus Committee hosted a Wellness Check and Coffee Break for faculty and staff on June 16 at McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre.
Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians honours Dr. Trevor Jain
Dr. Trevor Jain, director of UPEI’s Bachelor of Science in Paramedicine program, is the recipient of the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians’ (CAEP) 2023 Emergency Physician of the Year (East-Urban) Award and the 2023 Dr. Alan Drummond Advocacy Award. Dr. Jain was presented with the awards at the annual CAEP conference in Toronto, Ontario, in late May.
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21
The month of June in Canada has been officially acknowledged as National Indigenous History Month since 2009, in recognition of the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada. UPEI’s Robertson Library has developed an Indigenous Resources Guide that includes articles, books, documents, websites, and other resources related to research about Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
National Indigenous Peoples Day
During National Indigenous History Month, June 21—the summer solstice—is designated as National Indigenous Peoples Day, “a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.” (Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada).
International students and graduates learn about opportunities available on PEI
Sixty international students and graduates from the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and Collège de l'Île learned about employment supports and immigration opportunities available on PEI during an event held on June 8 in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre at UPEI.
Meet Katie Nordby, Nutrition Services Manager, Dietitian, and UPEI graduate
What brought you to UPEI? In other words, why did you choose to study here?
What brought me to UPEI was the (Foods and Nutrition) program. I am from Red Lake, a small, remote community in northwestern Ontario. Ontario only has three accredited Universities for Dietetics, so I wanted to explore my options. I applied to the Foods and Nutrition program at UPEI and hoped I would later be accepted into the Integrated Dietetic Internship program. I had never been to PEI prior to moving here for school (talk about jumping in headfirst!) but I quickly grew to love it.
Resume Review drop-in hours
Not sure how to write a resume? Looking for feedback from professionals? Come to Dalton Hall, Room 209, for drop-in support from 1:00-4:00 pm. This session is open to all UPEI students and recent graduates. We can provide advice about job searching, resume and cover letter writing, and other work-related questions.
