Campus Notices
SPEAKER: Kathleen Parrish, Pathology and Microbiology
TITLE: The effects of Lepeophtheirus salmonis and Moritella viscosa co-infection on the expression of immune relevant genes.
Everyone is welcome
In a flipped classroom learners engage with lectures or other materials outside of class to prepare for an active learning experience in the classroom. Flipping some classes can add some variety and a change of pace and create more interest for both the learners and the instructor. This workshop will introduce you to flipped instruction tools and techniques that can aid in creating a more active and engaging learning environment. Facilitated by the E-Learning Office, this workshop will be offered on Thursday, March 5th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm in the Robertson Library, Room 265. REGISTER
You’re invited to attend an Open House for the MBA in Global Leadership at UPEI!
Come to UPEI on Thursday, March 5, from 4:30 to 6:00 pm in Schurman Market Square, Don and Marion McDougall Hall.
Earn your MBA in just 12 months! Meet with MBA in Global Leadership Program Director Dr. Don Wagner, faculty, staff, and alumni to learn all about this innovative and in-demand program.
Attendees will be able to apply on-site (please bring a laptop or mobile device) and have their application fee waived.
UPEI students with an average of at least 80% in their last two years of undergraduate study in any discipline are automatically eligible for the MBA program, with no GMAT/GRE requirement.
Light refreshments will be served.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Can’t make the Open House? Feel free to contact our program office at 902-894-2866, or by email at mba@upei.ca to request a call or to be added to a waitlist for upcoming webinars.
Walk With a Doc is happening again this Saturday (and every Saturday) at 9 am at the indoor track at the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre. The walk is free to everyone (including the general public) - all that you need to bring are indoor walking shoes.
We hope to see you Saturday at 9 am.
You are cordially invited to attend Janet Payne’s teaching presentation on February 25th at noon in AVC 287N. Janet will be presenting “Creating a Welcoming Classroom” based in part on Teaching at Its Best: A Research-Based Resource for College Instructors by Linda Nilson.
This presentation will focus on ways of creating a warm, welcoming environment that fosters student participation, motivation to learn, satisfaction with the course, and achievement of course objectives. Much of the practical information suggested by Nilson revolves around planning a welcoming classroom, creating positive first day of class, developing rapport with and between students, learning students' names, and creating an inclusive and equitable classroom.
Are you interested in applying for funding to develop, adapt, or peer review open education resources for your course? Drop-in during this grant information session for more information or to ask questions.
Wednesday, 19 Feb 2020 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm, Faculty Lounge, SDMB 201
Thursday, 20 Feb 2020 9:00 am - 9:30 am, Faculty Lounge, SDMB 201
Monday, 24 Feb 2020 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm, Faculty Lounge, SDMB 201
The funding is available to any instructor of a credit course at UPEI and can be applied for as individuals or teams. The deadline for applications is March 6, 2020. For more information, see https://library.upei.ca/oerprogram or contact Kim Mears, kmears@upei.ca.
The Fiona Papps Psychology Colloquium Series will feature Dr. Tina Pranger speaking about the role of Psychology in mental health on PEI from the 1940's to today. In her new book, Beyond the Asylum: The Evolution of Mental Health Care in Prince Edward Island, 1846-2017, Dr. Pranger richly details this often bumpy evolution of care. Tina Pranger, PhD (Social Science and Health), has over 35 years of experience in the mental health field, most recently as a mental health officer with Veterans Affairs Canada. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.
Attention Dads, Moms and Guardians:
Do you want to learn how to stay positive and confident as a parent and reduce stress in your
family? Free Triple P-Positive Parenting Seminars will be held February 18th, 25th and March
3rd at Murphy’s Community Centre (room 207) from 7:00-8:30pm. Triple P is an international
project promoted and supported by the Government of Prince Edward Island. There are three
sessions in the seminar series, and each session addresses a different theme. Fathers,
mothers, grandparents, foster parents and guardians are welcome!
For more information, contact Catherine Noseworthy at cnoseworthy@upei.ca
Mitacs Training and Synapse are co-hosting a free "Practice Your Presentation Skills I" workshop for UPEI graduates and postdoctoral fellows in Room 142 of Andrew Hall on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
There are still a limited number of spots open for registration in the course.
Course registration is on first-come, first-served basis and can be made on EDGE. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided to all participants.
Practice Your Presentation Skills I – Charlottetown, PE (February 25, 2020)
In this one-day course, theory is introduced in short bursts and participants spend the majority of time practicing their presentation skills while receiving onsite feedback. The focus on extensive practice and feedback is what makes the program meaningful, and is what makes the learning stick.
Learning Outcomes:
Through completing this course, participants will:
- Broaden their understanding of presentation logistics
- Gain a greater ability to persuade and motivate others
- Understand how to plan and structure presentations
- Understand how (and how not to) use visual aids
- Learn to engage others through genuine and authentic presentation
- Learn tools to overcome and manage fears of public speaking
- Gain onsite practice and receive expert and peer feedback
- Be perceived as an expert in their topic area
To learn more and register for this course, please click here or sign in to EDGE if you already have an account. Questions? Email Diego at training@mitacs.ca
Please note, this week's UPEI Multicultural Choir and Song Circle is cancelled due to the break. It will return next Wednesday at 4:30 in the Faculty Lounge of the SDU Main Building.
You’re invited to attend an Open House for the MBA in Global Leadership at UPEI!
Come to UPEI on Thursday, March 5, from 4:30 to 6:00 pm in Schurman Market Square, Don and Marion McDougall Hall.
Earn your MBA in just 12 months! Meet with MBA in Global Leadership Program Director Dr. Don Wagner, faculty, staff, and alumni to learn all about this innovative and in-demand program.
Attendees will be able to apply on-site (please bring a laptop or mobile device) and have their application fee waived.
UPEI students with an average of at least 80% in their last two years of undergraduate study in any discipline are automatically eligible for the MBA program, with no GMAT/GRE requirement.
Light refreshments will be served.
We look forward to seeing you there!
--
Can’t make the Open House? Feel free to contact our program office at 902-894-2866, or by email at mba@upei.ca to request a call or to be added to a waitlist for upcoming webinars.
Help Build an Inclusive Campus Culture at UPEI!
UPEI is conducting consultations for the development of a new Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy for the UPEI campus.
Survey
Everyone is welcome to complete the survey here, or at upei.ca/edi. The survey should take less than 15 minutes to complete.
Open Meeting for Students
Students are invited to a consultation session open to all students being held Tuesday, February 25, 2020, 1:30 – 2:30 pm in the Faculty Lounge (SDMB 201). The session will be jointly run by Keesha Ryan, UPEI Student Union Vice-President Finance & Administration and Patti Wheatley, UPEI Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Officer. Coffee and snacks to be provided.
Open Meeting for Staff
Staff are invited to a consultation session open to all staff being held Thursday, February 20, 2020, 10:00am – 11:00am Andrew Hall Room 142. Coffee and snacks to be provided.
For more information on the process see upei.ca/edi or contact equity@upei.ca
How to Start a Business for Students Workshop
MCDH Room 328 - March 7th; 10am to 3pm; Lunch Provided
Learn the skills and theory behind starting your business idea.
Operated by Dr. Matthew Pauley, Director of the Hostetter Centre for Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Please contact mpauley@upei.ca to reserve your space, only 45 seats available!
Guest speakers: PEI Business Womens Association; Eastern Chamber of PEI; Grant Thornton; Synapse; Innovation PEI and more to come!
You are cordially invited to attend Janet Payne’s teaching presentation on February 25th at noon in AVC 287N. Janet will be presenting “Creating a Welcoming Classroom” based in part on Teaching at Its Best: A Research-Based Resource for College Instructors by Linda Nilson.
This presentation will focus on ways of creating a warm, welcoming environment that fosters student participation, motivation to learn, satisfaction with the course, and achievement of course objectives. Much of the practical information suggested by Nilson revolves around planning a welcoming classroom, creating positive first day of class, developing rapport with and between students, learning students' names, and creating an inclusive and equitable classroom.
Are you interested in applying for funding to develop, adapt, or peer review open education resources for your course? Drop-in during this grant information session for more information or to ask questions.
Wednesday, 19 Feb 2020 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm, Faculty Lounge, SDMB 201
Thursday, 20 Feb 2020 9:00 am - 9:30 am, Faculty Lounge, SDMB 201
Monday, 24 Feb 2020 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm, Faculty Lounge, SDMB 201
The funding is available to any instructor of a credit course at UPEI and can be applied for as individuals or teams. The deadline for applications is March 6, 2020. For more information, see https://library.upei.ca/oerprogram or contact Kim Mears, kmears@upei.ca.
Dr. Karen Overall, a board-certified specialist in veterinary behavioural medicine, will give a public workshop on Tuesday, February 25, about the issue of behavourial problems in cats and dogs. Her presentation, titled “Help! I think my dog/cat needs a shrink! How the modern science of veterinary behavioural medicine saves lives, families, and sanity,” will take place at 7 p.m. in Lecture Theatre A, Atlantic Veterinary College, UPEI.
Like people, animals are affected by mental illness, including anxiety and depression. Behavioral problems and complaints are the most common reasons why people abandon, relinquish, or euthanize companion animals. Dr. Overall will talk about some of the common problems that afflict cats and dogs, driving their owners crazy in the process. She will discuss how pet owners can understand and treat their animals’ needs so they can all live together happily.
All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. For information, call Janice MacWilliam at 902-566-0589.
February 19th is the inaugural I Read Canadian Day - a national day of celebration of Canadian literature.
Celebrate I Read Canadian – go on a “blind date” with a Canadian book!
Visit our display in the Library highlighting the excellence of Canadian literature. The majority of books in our display are fiction, with a selection of children’s books.
We’ve gift-wrapped a number of books to hide the title and author – a “mystery” book to take home and discover your Canadian literature date.
Check one (or a few) out as your blind date or choose your own from our display. You may discover your next favourite author!
The I Read Canadian book display will be available until February 22nd. Happy reading!
BlackBoard Collaborate is web conferencing software that allows instructors to do many things to engage with their students. Use BlackBoard Collaborate to record your teaching for days when your face-to-face class has been cancelled. Share your PowerPoint, use the interactive whiteboard, or even create small discussion groups, BlackBoard Collaborate allows you to set up a complete virtual classroom. It’s simple, easy and reliable. You can attend this workshop on either Wednesday, February 26th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm or Thursday, March 26th from 10:30 to 11:30 am; Room 265 Robertson Library. REGISTER
Our EFAP provider, LifeWorks by Morneau Shepell, has created orientation webinars for any Employee, Faculty member, and their dependents that want to know more about how their UPEI EFAP benefits work. These general overview sessions are offered in both English and French at no cost to participants. Dates offered: February 20, April 16, July 16, and October 15.
To register
- Click this link to view the brochure
- Choose the best date (please note the time zone is listed in EST)
- Click the date you want to register for
- You will receive an email confirmation. The email will have the log-in and call-in details
EFAP offers a short-term, solution-focused approach to professional counselling to assist you in resolving your concerns and issues. EFAP provides counselling that best suits your needs and busy schedules, whether it is in person, by telephone, or online [E-Counselling] as well as immediate help with crises. In addition to professional counseling, employees and their eligible family members can access a wide range of programs that provide telephonic consultation with qualified advisors who can help answer questions and clarify concerns that affect us all.
For EFAP Counselling, WorkLife Programs, and Information Services 24 hours a day / 7 days a week / 365 days a year, call:
English: 1-844-880-9142
Visit: www.workhealthlife.com
More information on the UPEI EFAP benefit can be found on the MyUPEI website here.
Help Build an Inclusive Campus Culture at UPEI!
UPEI is conducting consultations for the development of a new Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy for the UPEI campus.
Survey
Everyone is welcome to complete the survey here, or at upei.ca/edi. The survey should take less than 15 minutes to complete.
Open Meeting for Students
Students are invited to a consultation session open to all students being held Tuesday, February 25, 2020, 1:30 – 2:30 pm in the Faculty Lounge (SDMB 201). The session will be jointly run by Keesha Ryan, UPEI Student Union Vice-President Finance & Administration and Patti Wheatley, UPEI Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Officer. Coffee and snacks to be provided.
Open Meeting for Staff
Staff are invited to a consultation session open to all staff being held Thursday, February 20, 2020, 10:00am – 11:00am Andrew Hall Room 142. Coffee and snacks to be provided.
For more information on the process see upei.ca/edi or contact equity@upei.ca
