The Prophet Muhammad: A Prophet for our Time?

Dr. Jamal Badawi, Professor Emeritus at St. Mary’s University, Halifax, N.S., will be giving a public talk on Thursday, October 11, 7:00–8:30 pm in McDougall Hall, Room 242. His presentation is entitled "The Prophet Muhammad: A Prophet for our Time?" Dr. Badawi's presentation will help towards a better understanding of Islam, he is the author of several works on Islam, including books, chapters in books, and articles. He also researched, designed, and presented a 352-segment television series on Islam which was aired in Canada, the US, and other countries. In addition to his participation in lectures, seminars, and interfaith dialogues in North America, Dr. Badawi has been invited as a guest speaker on Islam in 41 countries. Dr. Badawi is the recipient of an Honorary Doctorate of Civil Law in recognition of his promotion of "a better understanding of Islam" and contribution "to civil society around the world." Those in attendance will be invited to ask questions pertaining to the topic at hand as well as about other topics related to Islam and Muslims. All are welcome.

Extraordinary People Care About Art: An Evening of One-Act Plays

The UPEI Theatre Society is producing an evening of One-Act Plays, November 8, 9 and 10 in the Main Faculty Lounge. Doors open at 7:00pm and starts at 7:30pm. Audiences will be entertained by two shows: The Actor's Nightmare, by Christopher Durang, and Smitten, by Anna Stillaman and Mark Matthews. Tickets are $5, and available at the door. For more information: http://www.upei.ca/theatre/theatrehome

2012-2013 Fiona Papps Colloquium Series

Join the Department of Psychology for our first colloquium in the 2012-2013 Fiona Papps Colloquium Series. Emily Rutledge, a Masters student at Wilfred Laurier will present "Stigma and Science: One grad student's experience of the symbiotic relationship between academia and activism." A reception in the Department of Psychology Lounge at 4:00 pm will follow. All are welcome.

Executive MBA Information Session

UPEI’s Executive MBA 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. Central to the program design is an evidence-based management approach which helps students develop the skills and knowledge to make better-informed and well-supported decisions both in the program and in applied situations in their workplaces. To learn more about the program and to meet with staff, faculty, and students from the UPEI School of Business, we invite you to attend the following information sessions: Thursday, November 1 Provinces Lounge, Rodd Charlottetown Hotel, Charlottetown Anytime between 4–6 pm Please call (902) 566-6474 or email mba@upei.ca to reserve a seat. For more information on UPEI’s EMBA Program, please visit http://business.upei.ca/mba.

Executive MBA Summerside Information Session

UPEI’s Executive MBA 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. Central to the program design is an evidence-based management approach which helps students develop the skills and knowledge to make better-informed and well-supported decisions both in the program and in applied situations in their workplaces. To learn more about the program and to meet with staff, faculty, and students from the UPEI School of Business, we invite you to attend the following information sessions: Wednesday, November 7 Empire I Room, Loyalist Lakeview Resort, Summerside 5:30 pm Please call (902) 566-6474 or email mba@upei.ca to reserve a seat. For more information on UPEI’s EMBA Program, please visit http://business.upei.ca/mba.

Health Career Showcase

Hosted by the PEI Department of Health and supported by UPEI Career Services, the Health Career Showcase is designed to provide university science students with the opportunity to speak with health care professionals on potential career paths.