Back by popular demand! St. John’s Ambulance Therapy Dog Program brings joy and comfort to those who need it. Enjoy a friendly visit with our furry friends to help de-stress and receive some unconditional love. This is event is open to all UPEI students, staff and faculty, whether or not you live in residence. Click here for more information and the full schedule of events!

UPEI’s Faculty of Business will host an information session for those interested in its Executive MBA program. The event will be Wednesday, November 22 at 5:00 pm in the Gallery of The Guild in Charlottetown. UPEI’s EMBA 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. Contact the program coordinator to reserve a seat to learn more about the program and application process, have your questions answered, and meet with staff from the Faculty of Business. For more information about UPEI’s Executive MBA program, click here  or contact the EMBA Program Coordinator at mba@upei.ca or 902-566-6474.

The Kinesiology Program welcomes the UPEI community to tour the new Kinesiology Teaching Lab. Equipment demos and light refreshments will be provided. Door prizes include t-shirts and a personalized fitness assessment/program! For more information, contact Katie Beck at kbeck@upei.ca.

  All UPEI students, faculty and staff are invited to come and take part in UPEI Global Village 2017.  Global Village is a family friendly event featuring performances from talented UPEI international students. Bring a friend and join in this celebration cultural diversity at UPEI. For more information, contact Richelle Greathouse at rgreathouse@upei.ca or 902-566-0443.

The Rotary Club of Charlottetown invites UPEI students interested in starting Rotaract Club (youth aged 18-30) to come hear Martin Ruben speak about having helped initiate a Rotaract Club in the Cayman Islands. Mr. Ruben would like to help UPEI students understand what is involved in starting a club here, and how this is a fantastic opportunity for students to make local connections, find mentors and contribute to the community. This information event is open to all UPEI students and recent graduates! For more information, contact Richelle Greathouse at rgreathouse@upei.ca or 902-566-0443.

The UPEI Music Department Recital Series 2017-2018 is pleased to present Jane Coop, piano performing works by piano giants Beethoven and Rachmaninov on Thursday, November 16, 2017 begining at 7:30 pm in the Dr. Steel Recital Hall, UPEI Campus. Tickets ($20 for adults and $15 for students) are available at the door or online by clicking here. For more information, contact Susan Stensch sstensch@upei.ca or 902-566-0507.

With more than 10% of students at UPEI registering with Accessibility Services, as well as UPEI's duty to accommodate these students, Accessibility Services is inviting you to participate in a session on creating academic accommodations or thinking about how to redesign course materials to remove accessibility barriers. This session will also include the use of design personas to think about how students may experience your course. This event will take place in the Faculty Lounge (Rm 201) of SDU Main Building on November 15, 2017 at 1:00 pm. For more information, contact Gerald Wandio at fdo@upei.ca or 902-620-5217.

All UPEI Alumni and Friends are welcome to attend the fourth annual Ottawa Holiday Reception taking place on Thursday, November 30 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Lowertown Brewery in the ByWard Markey (73 York Street, Ottawa, ON). Please share this information with anyone you know who might be in the Ottawa area at this time. RSVP to alumni@upei.ca or call 902-566-0761

TONIGHT!!! Free Movie Screening with snacks and give-aways! North 49 Films and Campus Life Lounge present: "Closet Monster" "A closeted Newfoundland teen named Oscar (Connor Jessup) dreams of becoming a special-effects makeup artist, and is terrified of his macho father finding out the truth about his sexuality. When he falls for Wilder (Aliocha Schneider), a handsome, worldly co-worker at the hardware store, he is forced to confront his fears. Written and directed by Stephen Dunn "Closet Monster" made its world premiere at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival. Come on over tonight to the Campus Life Lounge in Student Affairs, W.A. Murphy Student Centre; doors open at 6:00 pm and the movie begins at 6:15 pm. Enjoy the snacks and have a chance to win one of two $50 UPEI Bookstore gift cards! For more information, contact Anne Bartlett at ambartlett@upei.ca or 902-894-2835.

Graduate students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend the upcoming GSA Wine and Cheese Social, November 28, 6-9 pm, with silent auction and presentation of faculty and staff awards. The value of all of the silent auction goodies gathered thus far exceeds $1300! Food will be served and beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic) may be purchased at the event, taking place in Schurman Market Square, Don and Marion McDougall Hall. It will be an evening of socializing, celebration, and fun! Graduate students who attend will be entered into a draw to win $500 towards tuition, compliments of the Office of the President!