MA Island Studies Thesis Defence - Cheryl Carmichael
Cheryl Carmichael will be defending her thesis entitled, "SPARTECA, PICTA and WTO: How the Pacific Island states are impacted by free trade agreements" Cheryl's defence will take place on Friday, December 6th at 10:00am in Rm. 104 Health Sciences Building. As seating is limited, RSVP Jim Randall if you wish to attend.
UPEI announces the Panther Subway Athletes of the Week, November 18 to 24
Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes two student-athletes for their achievements and dedication to their respective sports. Congratulations to Kaylee Dufresne and Elijah Miller, the UPEI Panther Subway Athletes of the Week for November 18 to 24.
Ultramar and Breast Cancer Foundation support research at UPEI
Ultramar is supporting breast cancer research at UPEI, through the Breast Cancer Foundation’s My Active Health program. The research is carried out by UPEI’s Active Living Lab.
The Active Living Lab recruited cancer patients and survivors from across the Island to participate in a 12-week supervised exercise-training program, which focused on balance, strength, cardio, and flexibility. After the 12 weeks, participants showed improvements in a number of areas, from decreased fatigue, increased strength, and an increased satisfaction in quality of life.
Public meeting and survey on PEI’s indicators of climate change
The public is invited to a public meeting and presentation about the indicators of climate change for Prince Edward Island. The event is on Wednesday, December 4, at 7 pm, in room 242 of UPEI’s Don and Marion McDougall Hall. The meeting and a corresponding survey are part of a master of science research project conducted by graduate student Don Jardine.
Graduate Student Coffee Social
Join your fellow graduate students from all departments for coffee, tea, hot chocolate and some holiday cookies!
Support UPEI and Colonel Gray Cross Country at Panther Chase the Pace
Attention Island runners! Challenge yourself at the first-ever Panther Chase-the-Pace 5 km race at the UPEI track on November 24.
UPEI 50th Anniversary Alumni Speaker Series presents Jennifer Mersereau
The UPEI 50th Anniversary Alumni Speakers Series is pleased to host a presentation by Jennifer Mersereau (BSc’97, DipEng’97), partner and co-founder of Hamilton ETFs. The event is Thursday, November 28, at 1 pm in the Faculty Lounge of UPEI’s SDU Main Building. Lunch will be provided.
University announces new health, safety, and environment manager
UPEI's Vice-President Administration and Finance Jackie Podger is pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Rostant-MacArthur as Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Manager, effective December 9, 2019. Her office will be located in Kelley Memorial Building.
UPEI announces the Panther Subway Athletes of the Week, November 11 to 17
Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes two student-athletes for their achievements and dedication to their respective sports. Congratulations to Jenna Pellerin and Jamesley Jerome, the UPEI Panther Subway Athletes of the Week for November 11 to 17.
Island Studies Press to launch first book dedicated to PEI mammals
Island Studies Press will launch the new book, Mammals of Prince Edward Island and Adjacent Marine Waters, on Tuesday, December 3, at 7:30 pm at the Beaconsfield Carriage House in Charlottetown. This long-overdue book provides a comprehensive guide to the Island’s terrestrial and marine mammals. Rooted in historical accounts and local research, it illuminates the lives of PEI mammals large and small.
