Dr. Jeff Collins, assistant professor of political science at UPEI, will give a talk titled “Power Plays: Newfoundland’s Fight Over Churchill Falls” on January 20, 2026, at 7 pm, in the Faculty Lounge (Room 201), SDU Main Building.

The University of Prince Edward Island and the UPEI Alumni Association rang in the New Year at a levee attended by approximately 450 people on January 1.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to share your stories and celebrate your colleagues. It is inspiring to see our community come together to shine a spotlight on the people who go above and beyond every day.

The UPEI Panthers are looking forward to a week of competition at home and away. 

In a campus-wide message, UPEI Board of Governors Chair Shannon MacDonald shares an update about the reconciliation work with Dr. Wendy Carroll and Ms. Erin Casey. Also included is Ms. Casey's and Dr. Carroll's response to the Chair's message.

UPEI President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Wendy Rodgers issued a message on behalf of the University, extending condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and students of Professor Tim Carroll, who passed away on December 27, 2025. 

All are welcome to attend the annual UPEI New Year's Day Levee, hosted by the University and the UPEI Alumni Association, on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 11:00 am–12:30 pm at the UPEI’s Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering building on the UPEI campus. 

UPEI honours its rich heritage and traditions by acknowledging members of the campus community who have contributed to its mission in an exceptional way by naming them “Founders.” Read more to learn how to nominate a retired member of faculty or staff.

Three UPEI Panthers were recognized for their achievements in amateur sports during the 52^nd PEI Amateur Sport Awards hosted by Sport PEI on Thursday, December 18 at the Florence Simmons Performance Hall in Charlottetown.

We recognize that some students may be spending the holiday break on campus or on PEI, away from family or friends. UPEI Student Affairs has compiled a list of services and supports that are available over the holidays.