Campus Notices
New Student Orientation (NSO) is set to take place the first week of September!
NSO provides the opportunity for new students to get familiar with the campus through various events, activities and information sessions.
We hope to provide an eventful NSO that will leave lasting impressions on the new students and show them what it means to be a Panther!
UPEI employees who pay for their parking permits through payroll deduction can now renew their permits for 2023-2024. Permits with no expiry date (Lots B, C, and reserved spaces) must be renewed yearly. All permit holders will be reassigned to their current lot/space; new employees will be assigned to the general lots.
To renew your permit, please go to “Buy a staff or faculty parking pass” on the UPEI Security web page (NOTE: this link will not work with Internet Explorer). All fields with a RED asterisk must be filled, including your office phone number and whether you have an electric vehicle.
Please note the following:
- If you wish to add additional information after you have submitted your form, you must submit a new application and inform parking@upei.ca that you have done so.
- If you change your vehicle, please email parking@upei.ca with the make, model, province or state, and plate number.
- If a student in your household is attending UPEI starting in September and has their own vehicle, please include their vehicle information, name, and student ID number on your application.
- If your permit is for a gated lot and a student in your household will be using your vehicle to come and go during the workday, please include their information on the application as an additional driver.
- If you use payroll deduction, and no longer wish to use a UPEI lot to park, please email parking@upei.ca so we can stop your deduction.
- Employees who park in Lots B, C, F, and G and are taking a leave of absence must email parking@upei.ca with their ID #, name, departure date, and expected return date in order to maintain access to their assigned lot.
- If you would like to be added to the wait list for a designated lot or wish to change lots, please email parking@upei.ca with the following information:
- employee ID #
- name (last, first)
- phone number
- current lot
- requested lot:
- Note: If you are already on the waitlist, there is no need to resubmit. While you are on the waitlist, you will be reassigned to your current lot until a spot opens in your requested location.
Please direct any questions or information changes to parking@upei.ca
NOTE: Parking meters are enforced Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, year-round.
With the recent release of the Rubin Thomlinson report, the University has coordinated two new confidential processes to support faculty and staff who have experienced harm from harassment, sexual violence, or discrimination at UPEI.
Confidential personal counselling
The UPEI Health and Wellness Centre has engaged a psychologist, who is bilingual (English and French), to meet individually with faculty and staff Tuesday and Wednesday mornings throughout the summer.
Employees may email Caylin Jenkins at cbjenkins@upei.ca, indicating “Appointment required” in the subject line. Caylin will coordinate their appointment with the psychologist and confirm the location of the appointment.
Making a confidential disclosure
People have asked about the process for making disclosures of incidents of harassment or discrimination by senior executive members of the University. The University has established an independent third-party process to address any such issues with Resonance Inc., a multidisciplinary human resources firm, based in Saint John, NB, that specializes in workplace assessments. The contact person at Resonance is Trisha Perry, who may be reached at tperry@resonanceinc.ca or (506)799-0412.
The UPEI Department of Chemistry invites the campus community to a research seminar on August 14 by Dr. Trevor Clark, Postdoctoral Fellow, Simon Fraser University, who will present "Effective use and integration of HRMS metabolomics for the annotation and discovery of natural products."
Abstract:
For the last decade, high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) based metabolomics has emerged as the predominant way to analyze complex natural product mixtures. These data can then be integrated with biological assay data to determine priority lists for isolation and elucidation of new bioactive natural products. This presentation will discuss a few in-depth studies exploring the considerations that should be made when collecting HRMS data and discussing how to effectively use those data for the annotation and prioritization of a natural products library. We will then explore some current work applying all we have learnt and developed to a library of 50,000 natural product fractions for the isolation of anti-cancer compounds. Ending then with some future prospective projects in the area of time-based extractions combined with isotope labeling to explore a more comprehensive metabolomics assessment of microorganisms in community environments.
Dr. Clark is a candidate for a tenure-track faculty position in Natural Products Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry.
UPEI is holding a Sneak Peek open house on Saturday, August 12, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the new Performing Arts Centre and Residence building.
The event offers a chance to tour the new residence. Whether you are a student moving into residence in the fall or part of an organization looking to rent space for an event, you are welcome to drop by for a sneak peek at the tallest building in Charlottetown. Attendees will be able to take the elevator to the ninth floor for a commanding view of Charlottetown and beyond.
There will be complimentary snacks, prize giveaways, and the latest Panther gear for sale from the UPEI Bookstore.
The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last FOUR draws, the total pot has grown to more than $9,500, with half going to the winner of the draw.
Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI’s athletic programs.
Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the UPEI Panthers app from the App Store or on Google Play, or play from your computer. The weekly draw is held at 8 pm every Saturday.
Calling all international students in PEI! Are you in your final semester/year at the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, or Collège de l'Île? Looking to stay in PEI after graduation? Don't miss the chance to apply for the Study & Stay PEl program. Apply now at studypei.ca.
This incredible program offers the support you need to excel in your career and fully embrace your time in PEI. Program highlights:
- Cultural and Social Adaptation
- Professional Communications and Networking Skills
- Career and Labour Market Support
- Access to Immigration Resources & Support
- Mentorship Opportunities
Applications close on Friday, August 25, 2023, at 11:59 pm.
Please contact us at studyandstaypei@upei.ca if you have any questions. Please help us spread the word. Thank you!
Get ready for an exciting second round! The Campus Life Soccer Tournament returns to the UPEI Artificial Turf Field on Friday, August 25, from 1:00 to 7:00 pm. Open to all UPEI students, either individually or in groups, and non-UPEI friends (as part of your group). You'll only need to be present for your matches. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all skill levels are welcome! Score goals, make new friends, and when the final whistle blows, join us for a pizza after-party hosted by the UPEI Student Union! Ready for another day of soccer fun? Register and learn more at upeicl.link/soccer. The field is waiting! ⚽🍕🎉
For any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us at campuslife@upei.ca. We're here to help!
Participate in an international conference and promote mental well-being!
Friday, August 11-13, 2023, 8:30 am--4:30 pm
McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre
Registration fee: Waived!
New African Canadians and International Cities of Peace are organizing a Global Mental Well-Being and Substance (Mis)Use Conference from August 11 to 13 at the University of Prince Edward Island. The theme is Rest, Recovery, and Resilience During and Beyond Pandemics. Delegates will showcase knowledge and research from community members, advocates, service providers, allied health professionals, media, and policymakers.
The registration fee has been waived. For more information, click here. To register, click here. For all other inquiries, email sroy@upei.ca or luyombya@gmail.com.
Hear from renowned speakers, including
- Hon. Minister Mark McLane, Minister of Health and Wellness, Province of PEI
- Mayor Philip Brown, City of Charlottetown
- Mayor Steve Ogden, Town of Stratford
- Mayor Debbie Johnston, Town of Three Rivers
- Dr. Greg Keefe, UPEI President and Vice-Chancellor (Interim)
- Dr. Miles Turnbull, Dean of Education
- Dr. Gary Evans, Interim Dean, Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research and Applied Studies, and Corinne Chappell, Advisor to the Vice-President Academic and Research on Indigenous Affairs at UPEI
- Dr. Michael Gardam, Health PEI
- Hon. Joy Ruth Acheng, Ottawa
- Dr. Moses Okumu, Illinois
- Dr. Peter Kyambadde, Uganda
- Christine Russell-Lewin, Jamaica
- Dr. Simon Jean Okello, Uganda
- Hajji Yasin Bakaluba Sekimwanyi, Uganda
UPEI is holding a Sneak Peek open house on Saturday, August 12, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the new Performing Arts Centre and Residence building.
The event offers a chance to tour the new residence. Whether you are a student moving into residence in the fall or part of an organization looking to rent space for an event, you are welcome to drop by for a sneak peek at the tallest building in Charlottetown. Attendees will be able to take the elevator to the ninth floor for a commanding view of Charlottetown and beyond.
There will be complimentary snacks, prize giveaways, and the latest Panther gear for sale from the UPEI Bookstore.
The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last FOUR draws, the total pot has grown to more than $9,500, with half going to the winner of the draw.
Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI’s athletic programs.
Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the UPEI Panthers app from the App Store or on Google Play, or play from your computer. The weekly draw is held at 8 pm every Saturday.
Calling all international students in PEI! Are you in your final semester/year at the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, or Collège de l'Île? Looking to stay in PEI after graduation? Don't miss the chance to apply for the Study & Stay PEl program. Apply now at studypei.ca.
This incredible program offers the support you need to excel in your career and fully embrace your time in PEI. Program highlights:
- Cultural and Social Adaptation
- Professional Communications and Networking Skills
- Career and Labour Market Support
- Access to Immigration Resources & Support
- Mentorship Opportunities
Applications close on Friday, August 25, 2023, at 11:59 pm.
Please contact us at studyandstaypei@upei.ca if you have any questions. Please help us spread the word. Thank you!
Participate in an international conference and promote mental well-being!
Friday, August 11-13, 2023, 8:30 am--4:30 pm
McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre
Registration fee: Waived!
New African Canadians and International Cities of Peace are organizing a Global Mental Well-Being and Substance (Mis)Use Conference from August 11 to 13 at the University of Prince Edward Island. The theme is Rest, Recovery, and Resilience During and Beyond Pandemics. Delegates will showcase knowledge and research from community members, advocates, service providers, allied health professionals, media, and policymakers.
The registration fee has been waived. For more information, click here. To register, click here. For all other inquiries, email sroy@upei.ca or luyombya@gmail.com.
Hear from renowned speakers, including
- Hon. Minister Mark McLane, Minister of Health and Wellness, Province of PEI
- Mayor Philip Brown, City of Charlottetown
- Mayor Steve Ogden, Town of Stratford
- Mayor Debbie Johnston, Town of Three Rivers
- Dr. Greg Keefe, UPEI President and Vice-Chancellor (Interim)
- Dr. Miles Turnbull, Dean of Education
- Dr. Gary Evans, Interim Dean, Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research and Applied Studies, and Corinne Chappell, Advisor to the Vice-President Academic and Research on Indigenous Affairs at UPEI
- Dr. Michael Gardam, Health PEI
- Hon. Joy Ruth Acheng, Ottawa
- Dr. Moses Okumu, Illinois
- Dr. Peter Kyambadde, Uganda
- Christine Russell-Lewin, Jamaica
- Dr. Simon Jean Okello, Uganda
- Hajji Yasin Bakaluba Sekimwanyi, Uganda
As stated in a message issued to the campus community by the UPEI Presidential Search Committee on August 2, 2023, the presidential search is now in the consultation phase, which will run until September.
Members of the UPEI community—faculty, staff, students, and the broader community—are invited to complete a confidential, anonymous online survey to provide input into the development of the candidate profile for the president and vice-chancellor role. The survey, which can be accessed at https://eu.surveymonkey.com/r/NXHSKRH, will be open until September 8, 2023.
The survey is one option offered to the UPEI community by the search committee to provide their input during the consultation period. Other options will include written submissions, and virtual and/or in-person group meetings with some key stakeholder groups such as the University Senate, UPEI Student Union, support staff, union executives, and direct reports within the Office of the President. Please visit the Consultation Phase page on the Presidential Search website to learn more: https://www.upei.ca/presidentialsearch/consultation-phase
Procurement Services is selling a used 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and a 2018 Kubota ride-on lawn mower. For more information or to submit a bid, please visit https://upei.bonfirehub.ca/projects/69822/details. If you have any questions, please email tenders@upei.ca.
UPEI Accessibility Services is implementing a new system called Accommodate, which will support the coordination of exams and accommodations for students with documented disabilities. The department’s previous system AccessDeck is being eliminated. Accommodate will be “Going-Live” on Tuesday, August 1, 2023.
Faculty and Instructional staff will need to familiarize themselves with the system and related process changes, including improvements to tracking accommodated students, a change in the Accessibility Services testing process, and general information on accessing and navigating the Accommodate system.
Information and Training sessions have been scheduled to take place in RL 265 on the following dates:
- August 10 - Deans and Department Chairs at 10:30 am
- August 22 - Open to all Faculty at 2:30 pm
- August 23 - Academic Department Admins (Demo) at 10:00 am
- August 30 - Open to all Faculty at 10:00 am
- Additional training sessions will be added in September
If you have any questions, please email accessibility@upei.ca, and a member of the Accessibility Services team would be happy to respond.
The deadline for animal care protocol submissions (new, renewal, or amendment) is Friday, September 1, for the September meeting.
Please note that as of June 1, 2020, all animal user protocols must be submitted through UPEI Researcher Portal at https://upei.researchservicesoffice.com/Romeo.Researcher/
For new protocols, select "applications," and for renewal or amendment protocols, select "events."
UPEI ACC SOPs and Codes of Practice can be accessed through myUPEI at https://portal.upei.ca/facultystaff/administrativeservices/AVCAnimalCare/Pages/default.aspx.
Those protocols received after the deadline will be reviewed the following month. The committee requires at least one month for processing applications.
Note: All investigators are reminded that any deviations in animal use, including unexpected mortality, must be reported to the ACC and University Veterinarian Jonathan Spears at 902-620-5026.
The deadline for Fall 2023 Tuition Waivers is August 18, 2023. We encourage you to have tuition waivers submitted as soon as possible to assist in the timely processing. Tuition waiver forms must be submitted electronically.
Online Employee and Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver fillable forms can be found on the main page of MyUPEI under UPEI Forms.
If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at (902) 566- 0514 or hrgeneral@upei.ca.
Mentoring, leadership, lab culture, and failure are topics covered in a recent podcast episode of the agile academic, with guest Dr. Jen Heemstra, chair and professor of chemistry at Washington University of St. Louis. Click here to listen to this episode.
Calling all international students in PEI! Are you in your final semester/year at the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, or Collège de l'Île? Looking to stay in PEI after graduation? Don't miss the chance to apply for the Study & Stay PEl program. Apply now at studypei.ca.
This incredible program offers the support you need to excel in your career and fully embrace your time in PEI. Program highlights:
- Cultural and Social Adaptation
- Professional Communications and Networking Skills
- Career and Labour Market Support
- Access to Immigration Resources & Support
- Mentorship Opportunities
Applications close on Friday, August 25, 2023, at 11:59 pm.
Please contact us at studyandstaypei@upei.ca if you have any questions. Please help us spread the word. Thank you!
