"My work is endlessly fascinating, and I love it."
What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to teach here?
I grew up in rural northern Alberta. My university studies brought me to Lethbridge, Vancouver, and Montréal. Calgary was my home before joining the Music Department at UPEI in the fall of 2019.
Afternoon of Service at the Mount: Halloween Treat Bags
Help The Mount prepare for Halloween by crafting and packing candy for trick-or-treat bags.
The Mount Continuing Care Community is a wonderful place that provides quality care and support for seniors. They are all about creating a warm and friendly environment for their residents and guests.
The Mount is located very close to UPEI at 141 Mount Edward Road. There is a trail that connects the UPEI campus and the Mount. For this event, we will meet on campus and walk as a group to the Mount.
SEASON PREVIEW: UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers set for 2024-25 resurgence
As the UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers head into the 2024–25 season, they are driven and determined to reclaim their playoff spot and show that they are a force to be reckoned in Atlantic University Sport (AUS).
After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2015–16, the team is out to prove that last season was nothing more than a blip on the radar and that they are motivated to flip the script.
“At our core, we’re a resilient bunch,” said head coach Sean Fisher. “I think you’ll see a very motivated team this year.”
UPEI Alumni and Friends Ottawa Alumni Social
Thursday, October 24, 2024
7:00 pm Atlantic Time | 6:00 pm Eastern Time
The Aulde Dubliner and Pour House, 62 William Street, Ottawa
Join us for an alumni and friends social event with great friends, and food to share. This event is free to attend, and all those who RSVP and attend will also receive a complimentary alumni gift.
*Accessibility note: This location does have a set of stairs to access the event space.*
To RSVP, please send us an email at alumni@upei.ca.
Performance by winner of the 2024 Atlantic Young Artist Competition
Hosted by the UPEI Department of Music, the PEI Registered Music Teachers’ Association and the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers’ Association present trombonist Jo Dashney, winner of the 2024 Atlantic Young Artist Competition, with pianist Stella Hui. The program includes 20th- and 21st-century works by David Biedenbender, Kevin Day, Alexei Lebedev, Anthony Plog, and Barbara York.
Pianist Peter Allen in concert
The UPEI Department of Music hosts pianist Peter Allen in concert on Thursday, October 24, at 7:30 pm.
Peter Allen is one of Canada’s most respected and talented musicians, known nationally as a concert pianist, composer, conductor, and teacher. He will perform works by Haydn, Rachmaninoff, Ravel, and some of his own bagatelles.
UPEI Alumni and Friends Toronto - Island Oyster Social
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
6:30 pm Atlantic Time | 5:30 pm Eastern Time
Waterworks Food Hall, 50 Brant St. Toronto
Ticket price: $20
The Office of Alumni Engagement is excited to work with PEI native Jason Kun of Island Oysters to bring a little taste of home to alumni and friends in Toronto! Join us for a social event as Jason regales you with tall tales of shellfish, explains flavour profile notes, and delivers aquaculture insight, all while providing fresh and perfectly shucked oysters for you to enjoy.
Canadian Staff Band in concert
The UPEI Department of Music hosts an unforgettable evening of brass and percussion music as the Canadian Staff Band takes the stage at the UPEI’s Performing Arts Centre theatre. Experience the exhilarating power and serene beauty of one of Canada's premier brass ensembles under the direction of bandmaster John Lam. This rare opportunity to hear the artistry of the Canadian Staff Band promises to uplift and inspire.
SEASON PREVIEW: UPEI Men’s Hockey Panthers ready to roar into new season
There is a palpable buzz surrounding the UPEI Panthers men’s hockey team as they enter the 2024–25 season, and it’s easy to understand why.
Last year, the Panthers were in the midst of a rebuild, and expectations were modest. However, the team defied those expectations, as key veterans rose to stardom and a wave of promising rookies developed into core roster pieces. With the return of those young standouts and some intriguing new additions, the Panthers are primed to continue their upward trajectory.
Seventeen UPEI researchers represented in prestigious Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% of Scientists list
Elsevier, in collaboration with Stanford University, has unveiled its latest compilation of the world’s most influential and top-cited scientists (top 2%), offering a comprehensive view of academic impact across disciplines. The Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% of Scientists List—which includes 17 UPEI researchers—provides a nuanced picture of scholarly influence, measuring both career-long achievements and single-year impacts and is intended to address the misuse of citation metrics.
