Campus Vision Presentation by Candidate “A” for VP, Information Technology and CIO
The following message was also emailed to UPEI students, faculty, and staff on January 17, 2025.
Dear UPEI Community,
On behalf of the advisory selection committees for all three vice-presidential searches currently underway, I thank you for your engagement and participation in these important processes.
Today, I am pleased to update you on the search for the Vice-President, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer position.
Candidate "A" for VP Information Technology and CIO - Campus Vision Presentation
Since the process began in Fall 2024, the Advisory Selection Committee for the Vice-President, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO) has undertaken a comprehensive search and has selected one finalist candidate. This individual is investing their time to join the campus community for an in-person vision presentation as well as several small-group meetings (by invitation only) on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
Institute of Island Studies presents film N'AP Boule (Through the Barricades) on January 21
The Institute of Island Studies’ first Island Lecture Series of 2025 will feature a screening of a short film titled N'AP Boule (Through the Barricades) on Tuesday, January 21, at 7:00 pm, in the Faculty Lounge, SDU Main Building, University of Prince Edward Island.
A portrayal of real-life circumstances, the award-winning film is about a Haitian couple who face blocked roads and murderous gangs in the hope of finding a place to give birth safely in the midst of the treacherous social protests that have paralyzed Haiti for months.
GMAC MBA Tour - Toronto
Connect with the McDougall Faculty of Business and meet top business schools at The MBA Tour Toronto on February 22 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm at the Hyatt Regency Toronto 370 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario.
Register for free at https://tours.mba.com/toronto?utm_source=schooladm&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=university_marketing_UPEIMFoB
Campus Vision Presentation by Candidate "B" for VP People and Culture
Since the search process for the Vice-President, People and Culture (VPPC) position began in Fall 2024, the Advisory Selection Committee has undertaken a comprehensive search and has selected finalist candidates. Candidate "B" is joining the campus community on January 16, 2025, for an in-person vision presentation as well as several small-group meetings (by invitation only).
MiniPitch
Got a business idea you’re excited about? Join the Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship for MiniPitch on Tuesday, January 21, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM! It’s a great opportunity for students to sharpen their presentation skills and develop new ideas. Prepare a three-minute pitch, face a three-minute Q&A, and participate in a two-minute feedback session to discover what you did well, where you can improve, and what steps you should take next to move forward with your idea!
Virtual Volunteer Showcase
Attention, UPEI students and alumni! If you’re eager to contribute to the community and enhance your skills, look no further! The February Volunteer Showcase is right around the corner. It’s an excellent chance to engage with local organizations seeking volunteers. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect, learn, and make a difference!
The organizations that will be featured in the showcase are
The Island Lecture Series: Film screening of N'AP Boule (Through the Barricades)
To begin the Island Lecture Series for 2025, the Institute of Island Studies will be screening the short movie N'AP Boule (Through the Barricades), including a facilitated conversation with the filmmaker Alexandrine Benjamin. This is a big birthday year for us--the Institute turns 40 in June--so please come out and join us for our first event!!
Call for Nominations for the Atlantic Veterinary College’s 2025 Atlantic Award of Excellence
The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is excited to announce that nominations are open for the 2025 Atlantic Award of Excellence in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Care.
Since its establishment in 2005, this prestigious annual award has celebrated veterinarians who have made remarkable contributions to animal health and welfare in Atlantic Canada. The 2025 award will be presented during the Atlantic Provinces Veterinary Conference, taking place in Halifax, Nova Scotia, from April 25–27.
President's Town Hall: Let's 'Talk' SDGs at UPEI
The fourth in the series of President's town halls during the 2025 winter semester is called, Let's 'talk' SDGs, and will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025. For this town hall, there will be a broad introduction to the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) along with a discussion on how they relate to UPEI and the work that we do. We will also launch a special “commitment”/pledge campaign to inspire action.
If you wish to learn more about the SDGs in advance of the town hall, visit https://sdgs.un.org/goals
