Online Employee and Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver fillable form can be found on the main page of MyUPEI under UPEI Forms.

The deadline for tuition deadline Winter 2020 Tuition Waivers is no later than December 6, 2019. Accounts for which waivers are received by HR after the deadline of December 6th, may be subject to late fees in accordance with the Academic Calendar. Please be advised Human Resources will no longer accept printed waiver forms.

If you have any questions please contact Kellie Nicholson at: (902) 566-0514 or HRgeneral@upei.ca.

The University of Prince Edward Island’s Winter’s Tales Reading Series and Charlottetown’s independent bookstore, The Bookmark, are pleased to present an evening with Nova Scotia writer Ami McKay, discussing her new book, Daughter of Family G: A Memoir of Cancer Genes, Love and Fate. The event will take place Thursday, November 7, at 7 pm at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery, 145 Richmond St, Charlottetown. This is a free event, and everyone is invited. 

Weaving together family history, genetic discovery, and scenes from her life, McKay tells the compelling, true-science story of her family’s unsettling legacy of hereditary cancer while exploring the challenges that come from carrying the mutation that not only killed many people she loved but might also kill her. 

McKay is the author of three internationally bestselling novels: The Birth House, The Virgin Cure, and The Witches of New York. She began her writing career as a freelance radio journalist and in 2001 wrote and produced an award-winning radio documentary, also called “Daughter of Family G,” which traced her decision to undergo genetic testing. Born and raised in Indiana, McKay now lives in Nova Scotia. For further information, please contact Lee Ellen Pottie at lpottie@upei.ca. 

The University of Prince Edward Island will host Dr. Francisco Dallmeier, director of the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute’s Center for Conservation and Sustainability, when he visits Prince Edward Island next week to give a talk on Climate Change Impacts on Biodiversity.  

The public lecture will take place at 7 pm on Thursday, November 7, at the Dr. Roddie Community Centre, 5549 St. Peter’s Road in St. Peter’s Bay, where UPEI's Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation is being built. 

He is visiting the University of Prince Edward Island to discuss future collaborations in teaching and research between the UPEI School of Climate Change and Adaptation and the Smithsonian Institute. For more information, visit upei.ca/climate. 

All are welcome to attend Dr. Kathy Snow's presentation arising from her research with co-author, Diane Obed, on Inuit student persistence and success.  This research will also be presented to funders, fellow researchers, and community members at the ArcticNet Annual General Meeting in December of this year.

McGregor (2010) in Inuit Education and Schools in the Eastern Arctic, describes what Inuit believe are the differences between formal and informal learning by outlining the meaning of the words ilisayuaq  and isumaqsayuaq. Isumaqsayuq is the traditional way of sharing knowledge through observation and imitation embedded in daily family and community life learning. Fundamentally based in the principals of  Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit,  isumaqsavuq  which encompasses land-based learning is known to help promote language revival, cultural practices, and positive self and cultural identities that will sustain youth. Indigenous land-based education is viewed as not only a source of resistance against a capitalist settler state (Coulthard, 2015) it is also important for environmental stewardship, climate change adaptation (Watt-Cloutier, 2015), and most importantly, promoting and maintaining Inuit autonomy and sovereignty (Petrasek MacDonald, 2014; Price, 2007; Wildcat et al., 2014). However formal ilisavuaq learning for these same objectives in K-12 schools is challenged by funding and policy restrictions that make opportunities to “go off” for youth in school more “special events” than inherent in education.  School districts across Inuit Nunangat are increasingly adopting land based programs, to inspire however it is still not enough to (re)balance ilisayuaq and isumaqsayuaq away from the dominating colonial education system to fully support a holistic education for all students

Branching scenarios and simulations are forms of online interactive learning content. They focus on decision making. They begin with some sort of context-specific story containing a problem to solve. The learner is given choices and is asked to make one. Each choice has a consequence which is the feedback that helps the learner to understand the value of the decision made. Each consequence produces new challenges and more choices. The result is that learners can practice making decisions and develop skills in a low-stakes environment. Simulations an branching scenarios are good lead-ups that prepare learners for real-world experiences they will have to face. Come learn some of the basics of getting started with this kind of content on Wednesday, November 20th from 10:30 to 11:30 am in Room 292 of the Robertson Library.  REGISTER

The University of Prince Edward Island’s Winter’s Tales Reading Series and Charlottetown’s independent bookstore, The Bookmark, are pleased to present an evening with Nova Scotia writer Ami McKay, discussing her new book, Daughter of Family G: A Memoir of Cancer Genes, Love and Fate. The event will take place Thursday, November 7, at 7 pm at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery, 145 Richmond St, Charlottetown. This is a free event, and everyone is invited. 

Weaving together family history, genetic discovery, and scenes from her life, McKay tells the compelling, true-science story of her family’s unsettling legacy of hereditary cancer while exploring the challenges that come from carrying the mutation that not only killed many people she loved but might also kill her. 

McKay is the author of three internationally bestselling novels: The Birth House, The Virgin Cure, and The Witches of New York. She began her writing career as a freelance radio journalist and in 2001 wrote and produced an award-winning radio documentary, also called “Daughter of Family G,” which traced her decision to undergo genetic testing. Born and raised in Indiana, McKay now lives in Nova Scotia. For further information, please contact Lee Ellen Pottie at lpottie@upei.ca. 

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Winter's Tales Author Reading series event with Newfoundland author Michael Crummey has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience.

The University of Prince Edward Island will host Dr. Francisco Dallmeier, director of the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute’s Center for Conservation and Sustainability, when he visits Prince Edward Island next week to give a talk on Climate Change Impacts on Biodiversity.  

The public lecture will take place at 7 pm on Thursday, November 7, at the Dr. Roddie Community Centre, 5549 St. Peter’s Road in St. Peter’s Bay, where UPEI's Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation is being built. 

He is visiting the University of Prince Edward Island to discuss future collaborations in teaching and research between the UPEI School of Climate Change and Adaptation and the Smithsonian Institute. For more information, visit upei.ca/climate. 

The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering invites the campus community to this week's Graduate Research Seminar by Dr. Armin Bodaghkhani, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering, entitled "On the Numerical Simulation of Wave Spray".

This event is Wednesday, November 6 at noon, in the FSDE building, room 212. 

Everyone is welcome.

The UPEI campus food bank has lots of fun things planned for the month of November. We will be having a different donation theme every week! We have “Fruits and Veggies”, “Donations by the Day”, “Soup for the Soul”, and “Study Snacks”! We are so excited to put this fun little twist on our donation drives and hope to increase student awareness of the food bank. Of course, don’t feel pressured to follow these themes as any donations are always welcomed and appreciated! Tune in to the UPEI Campus Food Bank Facebook page for more details about these themes and donation ideas. Thank you to all!

November 4th – November 8th: Fruits and Veggies

November 11th – November 15th: Donations by the Day

November 18th – November 22nd: Soup for the Soul

November 25th – November 29th: Study Snacks

And if you would like us to come to your department or to your desk for pick up, don't hesitate to ask!  Email us at foodbank@upei.ca

All are welcome to attend Dr. Kathy Snow's presentation arising from her research with co-author, Diane Obed, on Inuit student persistence and success.  This research will also be presented to funders, fellow researchers, and community members at the ArcticNet Annual General Meeting in December of this year.

McGregor (2010) in Inuit Education and Schools in the Eastern Arctic, describes what Inuit believe are the differences between formal and informal learning by outlining the meaning of the words ilisayuaq  and isumaqsayuaq. Isumaqsayuq is the traditional way of sharing knowledge through observation and imitation embedded in daily family and community life learning. Fundamentally based in the principals of  Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit,  isumaqsavuq  which encompasses land-based learning is known to help promote language revival, cultural practices, and positive self and cultural identities that will sustain youth. Indigenous land-based education is viewed as not only a source of resistance against a capitalist settler state (Coulthard, 2015) it is also important for environmental stewardship, climate change adaptation (Watt-Cloutier, 2015), and most importantly, promoting and maintaining Inuit autonomy and sovereignty (Petrasek MacDonald, 2014; Price, 2007; Wildcat et al., 2014). However formal ilisavuaq learning for these same objectives in K-12 schools is challenged by funding and policy restrictions that make opportunities to “go off” for youth in school more “special events” than inherent in education.  School districts across Inuit Nunangat are increasingly adopting land based programs, to inspire however it is still not enough to (re)balance ilisayuaq and isumaqsayuaq away from the dominating colonial education system to fully support a holistic education for all students

Learning is an action that only the student can own and control. As an instructor, what can be done to help support the development of student core skills? In this workshop, instructors will learn about three key skills that contribute to more efficient and effective learning. Those skills are how to take quality notes, how to read for learning, and how to study effectively. This workshop takes place on Wednesday, November 13th from 10:30 to 11:30 am in Room 265 of the Robertson Library. REGISTER

The UPEI 50^th Anniversary Alumni Speakers Series and the UPEI Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering are pleased to present a presentation by Jim Carter (Dip. Eng ’71, LLD ’08), retired CEO of Syncrude Canada Ltd. The event will take place on Thursday, November 7, at noon in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering building, room 205. Lunch will be provided.

In 2019, the University of Prince Edward Island is marking 50 years as a leader in education and research in our province, and well beyond the Island’s shores. The University has developed a year-long celebration to reflect on its contributions spanning the globe. The Alumni Speakers Series is an opportunity to celebrate each of UPEI’s eight faculties by inviting prestigious alumni to speak about their journey from UPEI to today. 

Alumni Speaker Series

Celebrating 50 years of UPEI!

In celebration of UPEI’s 50th anniversary, join us for an inspiring talk by alumnus Dr. James Carter, Dip. Eng '71, LLD '08 retired CEO of Syncrude.

November 7, 2019

12:00 pm (lunch will be provided)

Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering

Design Studio Room 205

UPEI Korean Speech Contest is open to all UPEI students who speak Korean as a foreign or second language at the introductory (beginner) level.

The 2019 Contest will be held on November 22 (Friday) from 1:00 to 3:00 pm in the Faculty Lounge (Main Building 201). Free food and beverage will be provided.

1. Deadline for application and speech draft submission:
Monday, November 15, 2019
Please send your submission to jeopark@upei.ca.

2. Eligibility:
Each contestant must satisfy all of the following criteria:

• Has studied or is studying Introduction to Korean at UPEI.
• Speaks Korean as a foreign or second language.

3. Category: Beginner

• Both parents/guardians are not native speakers of Korean
• Has not stayed in Korea for more than a total of 3 months
• Has studied or is studying Korean by taking beginner’s course of Korean

4. Speech Title and Content:
Choose your own title and subject. Speech topics may be drawn from any field.
Speech length: up to 3 minutes
Memorize the speech

5. Judges and Evaluation Criteria:

• Panel of 2-3 judges comprised of Korean-speaking and Korean language education professionals
• Speeches are assessed according to content and organization, grammar and pronunciation, manner of presentation and audience’s response. An appropriate length and delivery from memorization are parts of presentation.

NOTE:

• Reading the speech draft is subject to penalty. Placing the draft on the podium is for very discrete reference only
• The speech length limit is to be adhered to. Overtime will be subject to penalty. Overly short speeches will be penalized as well.
• Winners may not be declared if no contestants met the standard expected for the category.

6. Prizes:

• 1st prize: $500 scholarship
• 2nd prize: $300 scholarship
• 3rd prize: $200 scholarship
• All other participants will get a nice USB memory stick

Once again the UPEI Health & Wellness Centre is partnering with Public Health Nursing to offer the Flu Vaccine. Two mass clinics will be held on October 21st 10:30 am - 5:30 pm and November 6th 10:30 am - 5:30 pm. All UPEI Faculty, Staff, Students and their families are welcome to attend. No appointment is necessary. This vaccine is free of charge to all! Please bring your PEI health card or proof of insurance. 

The University of Prince Edward Island’s Winter’s Tales Reading Series and Charlottetown’s independent bookstore, The Bookmark, are pleased to present an evening with Nova Scotia writer Ami McKay, discussing her new book, Daughter of Family G: A Memoir of Cancer Genes, Love and Fate. The event will take place Thursday, November 7, at 7 pm at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery, 145 Richmond St, Charlottetown. This is a free event, and everyone is invited. 

Weaving together family history, genetic discovery, and scenes from her life, McKay tells the compelling, true-science story of her family’s unsettling legacy of hereditary cancer while exploring the challenges that come from carrying the mutation that not only killed many people she loved but might also kill her. 

McKay is the author of three internationally bestselling novels: The Birth House, The Virgin Cure, and The Witches of New York. She began her writing career as a freelance radio journalist and in 2001 wrote and produced an award-winning radio documentary, also called “Daughter of Family G,” which traced her decision to undergo genetic testing. Born and raised in Indiana, McKay now lives in Nova Scotia. For further information, please contact Lee Ellen Pottie at lpottie@upei.ca. 

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Winter's Tales Author Reading series event with Newfoundland author Michael Crummey has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience.

The University of Prince Edward Island will host Dr. Francisco Dallmeier, director of the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute’s Center for Conservation and Sustainability, when he visits Prince Edward Island next week to give a talk on Climate Change Impacts on Biodiversity.  

The public lecture will take place at 7 pm on Thursday, November 7, at the Dr. Roddie Community Centre, 5549 St. Peter’s Road in St. Peter’s Bay, where UPEI's Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation is being built. 

He is visiting the University of Prince Edward Island to discuss future collaborations in teaching and research between the UPEI School of Climate Change and Adaptation and the Smithsonian Institute. For more information, visit upei.ca/climate. 

The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering invites the campus community to this week's Graduate Research Seminar by Dr. Armin Bodaghkhani, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering, entitled "On the Numerical Simulation of Wave Spray".

This event is Wednesday, November 6 at noon, in the FSDE building, room 212. 

Everyone is welcome.