There will be a UPEI biosafety refresher training session on Thursday June 14, 2018 9:00 am - 11:30 am in AVC, room 287N.

This session is required for those who attended the Basic Biosafety course in May June 2015 or earlier. It is not a substitute for Basic Biosafety. Topics to be covered include a review of basic biosafety principles, a practical approach to spill cleanup, and an update on what’s new at UPEI in the field of biosafety.

To attend the Biosafety Refresher course, you must pre-register by contacting Kathryn Harrison, before June 4, 2018 by email (kharrison@upei.ca) or by phone (902-566-0901).

Please include your name, department, supervisor’s name (if applicable), email address and phone number in your email or voice message.

If you have any questions about this training session, please contact Kathryn at kharrison@upei.ca.

Providing content for a course is pretty easy to do. Figuring out how to explain to students what that content should do to them and for them is far more challenging. There are numerous ways to describe learning and just as many opinions as to which is best. Are learning targets even necessary? Come hear what the E-Learning Office has to say about targets for learning. Thursday, June 7th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm in Room 265, Robertson Library. REGISTER

Facilities Management will be operating with limited staffing on June 5 and 6, 2018. This reduction in staff is due to training sessions taking place. Please keep these dates in mind when you are submitting work orders for event set-ups/tear downs, deliveries and regular maintenance requests. This will not affect any priority work orders that are submitted during this time.

Your patience and understanding is appreciated as we continue our necessary training.

It is with great sadness that UPEI announces that Mr. Harry Baglole, the "godfather" of Island Studies, passed away peacefully late Tuesday night in Charlottetown. Harry was the founding Director of the Institute of Island Studies and the visionary behind much of what has taken place in Island Studies at the University of Prince Edward Island since 1985. He served on the IIS executive committee up until his death. Harry also played a central role in many of PEI’s cultural institutions such as Ragweed Press, The Island Magazine, the Macphail Homestead, the Bonshaw Hall, and the Vinland Society.

The University sends condolences to Harry’s family, friends, and colleagues. Flags have been lowered to half-mast in his memory. Visiting hours to be held at Belvedere Funeral Home on Sunday, June 3, 2018 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. A celebration of life filled with stories and music will be held at Spring Park United Church, Charlottetown, on Monday, June 4, 2018 at 7 pm with a reception to follow. Read the obituary

On Wednesday, June 6, 100% of proceeds from coffee purchases at Tim Hortons will go towards sending kids from low-income families to a Tim Hortons Camp.

At Tim Hortons UPEI, with every purchase of a Camp Day bracelet or $2 donation to the Tim Hortons' Children's Foundation, you will receive a raffle entry to win a Coleman Sundome 3-Person tent and S'mores Kit, perfect for a summer camping trip.

The winner will be chosen by random draw and announced at 3:00 PM on June 6—be sure to get those entries in!

Planning is underway for Health & Fitness Week 2018, and the Athletics and Recreation department is seeking interested students, staff and faculty to join the planning committee.

As in past years, a variety of people on the committee are needed in order to reach the many areas of the UPEI community. Committee work will entail approximately 5 meetings between June and October in preparation for Health & Fitness Week which is scheduled for October 22 - 26. The planning committee will be responsible for brainstorming ideas to showcase the theme, "Be Strong, Be Healthy, Be Happy", setting the schedule and making the necessary contacts and bookings.

If you are interested, please email Angela Marchbank, amarchbank@upei.ca. The first meeting will be held Monday, June 4, 10:00 - 11:00 am in HSB 104.

UPEi wishes to inform the campus community of the passing of Dr. Satadal Dasgupta, Professor Emeritus of Anthropology, who passed away on May 27, 2018 in Halifax, NS. Flags on campus will be lowered to half-mast in his honour.

The University extends condolences to his wife Krishna; children Kaberi, Mohua, and Keya; and six grandsons. His life will be celebrated on Saturday, June 1 at 2 pm at JA Snow Funeral Home in Halifax, NS with a second memorial service to take place in Charlottetown in July. Read the UPEI article

On June 12 you are invited to join colleagues and industry representatives from across the region for a Chemistry Department Open House. This networking event is intended to highlight available equipment and faculty expertise within the chemistry department and promote collaborations and partnerships with industry.

The event will feature a keynote presentation by Ron Keefe, former CEO and president of BioVectra and Diagnostic Chemicals, and active member of Island Capital Partners, which provides capital and mentorship to early stage businesses.

A networking lunch will be provided for registered attendees followed by tours of the departmental laboratories and equipment.

REGISTER

UPEI is launching a Master in Global Affairs (MGA) this fall in partnership with the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (Madrid). This twelve-month professional program is designed for those who have completed an undergraduate degree and wish to pursue careers in diplomacy, human rights, or multilateral international institutions.

Students will complete their first semester at UPEI, and then will travel to Madrid, Strasbourg, and Geneva to complete their degree.

Anyone interested in learning more about this exciting program is invited to an information session on Thursday May 31, from 3:00-4:30 pm in the Faculty Lounge of SDU Main Building (building 5).

MGA Coordinator, Dr. Doreley Carolina Coll (dcoll@upei.ca) will provide an overview of the program and answer your questions.

Refreshments will be served and all are welcome to attend! 

Due to the large interest in Emergency First Aid Training an additional date have been added for this training opportunity.

Emergency First Aid training will now be held Thursday June 7 and Tuesday June 12 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The training cost is covered by UPEI for all faculty and staff. Students who require the training for on-campus employment will also have the training cost covered. Students who do not require this training for on-campus employment are welcome to attend if space allows but they will be charged for the training.

If you are interested in attending, or have any questions, please email kharrison@upei.ca by June 1 and indicate which date you would like to attend.

The Department of Physics invites everyone to come have a (safe) look at the Sun through a solar telescope. We'll look for sunspots, prominences, and whatever other activity is occurring on the Sun that day.

The viewings will take place outside the student entrance of the SSDE building (opposite the MacLauchlan Arena entrance). The first viewing is scheduled for 12-1pm on May 30 and other viewing dates are listed on our website.
 

ITSS would like to inform the UPEI campus community that the network password reset function is no longer available via the Campus Login menu. Instead, you can reset your UPEI network password by clicking on the "forgot password" link on the myUPEI sign-in page. If you have any issues or questions about this change, please contact the ITSS Help Desk at helpdesk@upei.ca.

How can I promote more class discussion? What kind of questions should I ask or activities should I set up to stimulate more student engagement? Offered by the E-Learning Office, this workshop aims to help instructors create a more engaging class environment. Attend this workshop offered on Monday, June 11th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm in Room 265 of the Robertson Library. REGISTER

Beginning Tuesday May 29, the Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall will be open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Monday through Thursday with only breakfast and lunch being served on Friday. Please note the hours of operation below (subject to change):

• Breakfast: 8:00AM - 9:00AM
• Lunch: 12:00PM - 1:15PM
• Dinner: 5:00PM - 6:00PM

UPEI is launching a Master in Global Affairs (MGA) this fall in partnership with the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (Madrid). This twelve-month professional program is designed for those who have completed an undergraduate degree and wish to pursue careers in diplomacy, human rights, or multilateral international institutions.

Students will complete their first semester at UPEI, and then will travel to Madrid, Strasbourg, and Geneva to complete their degree.

Anyone interested in learning more about this exciting program is invited to an information session on Thursday May 31, from 3:00-4:30 pm in the Faculty Lounge of SDU Main Building (building 5).

MGA Coordinator, Dr. Doreley Carolina Coll (dcoll@upei.ca) will provide an overview of the program and answer your questions.

Refreshments will be served and all are welcome to attend! 

Planning has started for this year’s Safety Week to be held September 24-28, 2018.

Although safety is a constant component of our work, study, and play here at UPEI; Safety Week is a dedicated time to bring safety awareness through fun and interactive ways while providing education and training opportunities to enhance general campus safety and strengthen UPEI’s commitment to providing a healthy and safe environment to work, study or visit.

The Health, Safety and Environment Department is looking for the following:

• Volunteers to serve on the Safety Week Planning Committee
• Ideas for activities and/or education sessions, themes, speakers, and topics of interest for this year’s events
• Input on last year’s Safety Week that could help shape this year’s events
• Names and contact information of businesses or community organizations who would have an interest in participating in Safety Week (i.e. a booth or interactive activity at tradeshow/fair)

If you can provide any of the items noted above, have questions, or feedback please contact Kathryn Harrison, Coordinator, kharrison@upei.ca or 902-566-0901 by June 1, 2018. 

UPEI is launching a Master in Global Affairs (MGA) this fall in partnership with the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (Madrid). This twelve-month professional program is designed for those who have completed an undergraduate degree and wish to pursue careers in diplomacy, human rights, or multilateral international institutions.

Students will complete their first semester at UPEI, and then will travel to Madrid, Strasbourg, and Geneva to complete their degree.

Anyone interested in learning more about this exciting program is invited to an information session on Thursday May 31, from 3:00-4:30 pm in the Faculty Lounge of SDU Main Building (building 5).

MGA Coordinator, Dr. Doreley Carolina Coll (dcoll@upei.ca) will provide an overview of the program and answer your questions.

Refreshments will be served and all are welcome to attend! 

Beginning Tuesday May 29, the Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall will be open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Monday through Thursday with only breakfast and lunch being served on Friday. Please note the hours of operation below (subject to change):

• Breakfast: 8:00AM - 9:00AM
• Lunch: 12:00PM - 1:15PM
• Dinner: 5:00PM - 6:00PM

How can I promote more class discussion? What kind of questions should I ask or activities should I set up to stimulate more student engagement? Offered by the E-Learning Office, this workshop aims to help instructors create a more engaging class environment. Attend this workshop offered on Monday, June 11th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm in Room 265 of the Robertson Library. REGISTER

Central Printing will be closed May 31 - June 8, 2018.

Any questions may be directed to Wendy Henderson at 902-566-0558 or whenderson@upei.ca.