Welcome Back BBQ at The Mount

The Mount Continuing Care Community is hosting a Welcome Back BBQ for UPEI students on September 11 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm.

The event will be a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the volunteer opportunities at the Mount. You'll be able to socialize with residents, pick up volunteer materials, and meet other students to form new connections. Staff will also be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

There will be hotdogs, hamburgers, and drinks. Gluten free and vegetarian options are available for those who indicate it when registering.

Co-op student networking

The Co-op office is hosting a networking evening with the program coordinators and students in the program on Monday, September 8, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at the Fox and Crow. Perspective and existing co-op students are all welcome to attend. Applications to join the co-op program run from August 29 to September 17. Students can visit the co-op page, upei.ca/co-op, for more information or email co-op@upei.ca. 


 

"AVC was the foundation of my vet career."

When Dr. Dan Fredholm first entered the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) in 2009, he envisioned a future as a small animal veterinarian. Like any great Disney story, destiny had other plans. Today, he is a respected specialist, board-certified by the American College of Zoological Medicine, and clinical veterinarian with Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment.
 

"Co-op helped me build valuable skills, grow my confidence, and opened so many doors."

What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to study here?

My brother suggested the idea of studying abroad, and eventually, I decided to follow in his footsteps! I’m from Yavatmal, a city in the state of Maharashtra, located in the north-central part of India. I already had some family living in PEI, so I was familiar with the place. As I started learning more about UPEI, I found it really welcoming, especially through YouTube videos and student stories. From day one, it felt like a place where I could truly grow.

Teaching and Learning Centre coffee break: Communicating Expectations

As instructors, setting clear and consistent course expectations is an impactful way to support student learning and engagement. This TLC coffee break will offer actionable strategies for communicating expectations like developing inclusive syllabi and stimulating open discourse in the classroom. We will explore how calibrating expectations with learning outcomes, using inclusive language, and encouraging student feedback can strengthen the learning environment. Faculty will benefit from fewer misunderstandings and stronger classroom relationships when expectations are clear.

History at UPEI: Panthers welcome Canada’s best in university field hockey

For the first time in its history, UPEI will be the centre of Canadian university field hockey this fall. From October 30 to November 2, the UPEI Field Hockey program will welcome three visiting teams for the Field Hockey Canada U SPORTS Invitational, a national championship that will decide the country’s best.

For Panthers head coach Lacey MacLauchlan, the chance to bring an event of this scale to Prince Edward Island is about more than just competition.

University seeks member for the UPEI Board of Governors

The University of Prince Edward Island invites expressions of interest or recommendations of individuals, external to the University, who may be considered for appointment to the UPEI Board of Governors. The Board of Governors is currently seeking nominations for one volunteer appointment to commence in Fall 2025 for a three-year term.

Candidates should possess knowledge and competencies that would be valuable to the Board of Governors, preferably including expertise in one of the following areas:

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