Please join us for our first "Theology on Tap," for 2016-17 presented by the Saint Dunstan's University Institute for Christianity and Culture.  Dr. Peter Koritansky will speak on "Is there a Catholic Political Philosophy?"  ToT takes place at The Pourhouse above the Old Triangle Pub, 189 Great George Street. Doors open at 6:30 with the talk to begin at 7 pm.  We look forward to seeing you there!

The Atlantic Veterinary College will recognize the academic achievements of its students and faculty at the College’s annual Fall Awards and Recognition Night on Wednesday, October 5. During the event, students who achieved 80 per cent or higher in the previous academic year will be presented with Dean’s Honours certificates, and over 80 prizes will be given out to students and faculty. 

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UPEI is hosting a federal government Financial Officer / Internal Auditor Recruitment and Development Program information session on Wednesday, September 28. Every fall, the FORD/IARD Program recruits top graduates to join the federal public service in challenging, rewarding careers as financial officers and internal auditors. We recruit fourth year students and recent graduates who are committed to obtaining a professional accounting designation or certified internal auditor designation. There is a specific emphasis on recruiting new business grads of aboriginal background. What does the program have to offer you? Meaningful work that makes a difference to Canadians Professional development opportunities and mentoring Reimbursement of costs related to completing a professional accounting designation or a certified internal auditor designation Paid study leave Rotating work assignments which align with CPA Practical Experience Requirements (FORD Program) Promotional element integrated into the Program Medical, dental and pension benefits as well as a competitive salary Work-life balance, flexible work arrangements and leave benefits We will be filling approximately 60 positions, mainly in the National Capital Region, and positions will be available as of April 2017. On-line applications will be accepted from September 21 to October 13, 2016. To apply, please visit the following website: www.jobs.gc.ca and look under the “Graduates” tab and select the Post-Secondary Recruitment (PSR) option. From there you will be able to select the FORD and IARD Program posters.

Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine will be on the UPEI campus to deliver information about the process of apply to their medical school. Any student who has ever considered a career in medicine should attend and learn more about what is required in the application process. Students from all faculties and year levels are encouraged to attend.

New students, current students, as well as recently graduated students, who have children, as well as staff and faculty at UPEI who have kids are invited to bring their children to the UPEI Family Friendly event. Pregnant students are also welcome to attend! This is a great opportunity for students who are caregivers to children to network with each other, staff and faculty members, and learn the support systems available to them and ask questions to other students who are also parenting! There will be a "hunt" at noon (like an easter egg hunt), and Pride will be coming from 1:00 - 3:00 pm, (you can take pictures with Pride), we'll also be showing a movie and will have crafts and snacks.

UPEI is hosting a special event and panel discussion for students, to help address the issue of drink tampering and the question of what to do if you suspect your drink has been drugged.  Victims are not responsible for their drinks being drugged nor are they responsible to prevent the situations that can arise from this illegal behaviour. But you and your friends can equip yourselves with the know-how to avoid a dangerous situation and to stay as safe as possible. Join us at a public discussion featuring panelists from the medical, legal, and law enforcement communities. These experts will help guide you about what to do if you suspect your or your friends’ drinks have been tampered with. They will explain the reporting process and describe the services available for victims.

Dr. Paula Menzies, a professor of small ruminant health management at the Ontario Veterinary College, will give a free public lecture on Friday, September 30, in AVC Lecture Theatre A as part of the 2016 Animal Welfare in Practice conference . Dr. Menzies will speak about the National Farm Animal Care Council's code of practice for the care and handling of sheep, which provides owners with guidelines to ensure that the animals are cared for properly. The conference will take place at AVC from September 30 to October 1. Registration is required for the workshops on Saturday. For more information, visit awc.upei.ca

The Psychology Department is pleased to announce the first talk of the 2016 Dr. Fiona Papps Colloquium Series. Dr. Chris Sears, a Cognitive Psychology professor at the University of Calgary will present:  "Making students happy: What are the factors that contribute to students’ satisfaction with their psychology degree program?" All are welcome to attend.  

Join us for the first History of Medicine event for the fall, as Master of Arts (Island Studies) student Sara Underwood presents some of her research on the more than 200 children who were settled in Prince Edward Island between 1893 and the early 1920s, as part of the child emigration movement by Middlemore Home in Birmingham, England. She will present information from reports and correspondence related specifically to the children’s health. All are welcome!