The Dept. of Applied Human Sciences extends an invitation to the campus community to attend Anne Shileche’s public presentation of her master's thesis entitled “Study Abroad Research and Development Project: Impact on Emotional Empowerment and Civic Engagement of Kenyan Women Farmers.” Anne’s presentation will be held in HSB Rm 301 on Friday, April 6, 2018, 9:00 am.

This Thursday, April 5 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, join us at the #AVCCafe for an End-Of-Year BBQ lunch open to all! Check out the huge menu lined up for you by clicking here. The vegetarian option is Black Bean Stuffed Zucchini + all the vegetarian sides for only $7.99.

For more information, visit the AVC Cafe and ask any associate on duty or contact alan.paul@compass-canada.com

Facilities Management will be operating with limited staffing the week of April 16-20, 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.

A four class Clubbell Yoga Class with fitness instructor Wendy Chappell will take place on Mondays 7:00 am - 7:45 am, April 9 - 30. Clubbell Yoga Conditioning (CBYCon) Class begins with a yoga flow warmup, moves into a conditioning segment with both bodyweight and clubbell (weighted) movement patterns to prime the neurologic and neuromuscular systems, and ends with a weighted and then unweighted yoga flow. Dynamic flexibility and strengthening of all your core stabilizers are integral to the workout, building and enhancing your motor control. Yoga experience not required. Fee: Sports Centre members $23.50 + hst, Non-members $30 + hst. Please pre-register with payment at Panther Central Desk before April 9.

MMS Seminar Series presentation - April 4th, 2018
Title: “Physical and physiological mechanisms of nanoparticle toxicity.” 
by Dr. Tyson MacCormack, Mount Allison University, Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at 12:30 pm in Duffy Research Centre, Room 212

Abstract: Engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) straddle the boundary between the atomic and molecular scale and because of this, they exhibit unique physical, chemical, and electronic properties. Their extremely high surface area to volume ratio in combination with these unique properties, make ENMs desirable in a multitude of applications including environmental remediation, medical imaging, and personal care products. Unfortunately, these same characteristics also make it difficult to predict the toxicity of novel ENMs based on available information for conventional materials. ENMs are now found in thousands of consumer products and there is a growing need to characterize their potential risks to human and environmental health. We examine these questions at multiple scales ranging from purified proteins, to isolated cells, to in vivo studies on organ physiology and energetics. We exploit the tunable nature of ENMs to address how their physicochemical properties (e.g. size, shape, surface charge, chemical composition, etc.) influence their interactions with proteins, membranes, and metabolites in vitro. This data is then applied to higher level studies on the biological and ecological relevance of ‘nanotoxicity’ using fish as model systems. We specifically focus on the cardiorespiratory system, as the pathology of chronic metabolic and/or physiological stress is often manifested in the form of cardiovascular dysfunction. Identifying the properties which contribute to ENM bioactivity will allow industry to design safe nano-enabled products and provide regulators with the necessary data to make informed decisions on novel ENMs. The end goal of this research is to facilitate the responsible development of nanotechnology applications aimed at addressing critical issues in human and environmental health.

ALL ARE WELCOME

The Faculty of Nursing extends an invitation to the campus community to Christine Drummond's public presentation of her master's thesis entitled "Knowledge of Hepatitis C in People Who Inject Drugs". Christine's presentation will be held in HSB Rm 106 on Friday, April 6, 2018, 9:00 am.

The Faculty of Nursing extends an invitation to the campus community to Stacey Burns MacKinnon's public presentation of her master's thesis entitled "A Description of Hepatitis C Infection on Prince Edward Island". Stacey's presentation will be held in HSB Rm 106 on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, 9:30 am.

Courtyard Cafe in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre
Regular hours of operation until Friday, April 20: 
Monday to Thursday: 7:30 am to 8:00 pm
Friday: 7:30 am to 3:00 pm

Starting April 23 to August 31 the operational hours will be:
Monday to Friday: 7:30 am to 3:00 pm

AVC Cafeteria
No change in operational hours for the summer: Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm

Samuel's in the Robertson Library
Will close on Friday, April 13 at 3:00 pm until Tuesday, September 4 at 8:00 am

Micro Market in the School of Sustainable Design Engineering
Will close on Thursday, March 29 at 3:00 pm until Tuesday, September 4 at 8:00 am

Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall
Monday to Friday: 700 am-9:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday
Continental Breakfast - 9:30 am-10:30 pm
Hot Meal Service - 10:30 am-9:00 pm

Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall will end the academic year dining program at 1:00 pm Saturday, April 21.

Summer hours of operation for the Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall will be advertised at a later date.

Catering Services will continue without interruption.

Thank you,

Angela MacKenzie
Chartwells Food Service Director
dineoncampus.ca/upei

2018 graduates mark your calendars! This is an event not to be missed! Celebrate the last day of classes, de-stress before exams, grab a bite, take a selfie with the 2018 sign, win some awesome door PRIZES, and just have some FUN with entertainment by Ryan Merry.

One lucky student will WIN our GRAND PRIZE DRAW* for $1.000 CASH - sponsored by TD Insurance
*Only 2018 Grads eligible to win and must be present at time of draw

Hosted by your UPEI Alumni Association
Panthers for Life!

Come say goodbye to the campus's beloved pub, The Wave this Wednesday at 11:00 am. There will be drink specials and some throwback tunes, based out of 2002 - the year the Wave opened.

Department of Companion Animals, AVC, Candidate – Dr. Adam Ogilvie

Dr. Adam Ogilvie (AVC Class of 2010) will be on-campus next week interviewing for the open, tenure-track faculty position in small animal surgery in the Department of Companion Animals at the Atlantic Veterinary College. Dr. Ogilvie is currently employed as a small animal surgeon at the London Regional Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital in London, Ontario.

As part of the interview process, Dr. Ogilvie will be presenting a seminar. Any interested faculty / staff are invited to attend. A copy of his CV and letter of application will be available from Laurel Fisher (fisher@upei.ca).

Adam Ogilvie, BSc., DVM, DVSc.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Current & Emerging Technologies in Surgery

Wednesday, April 4th, 2018 @ 12:30pm
Lecture Theatre ‘A’
Atlantic Veterinary College

Orders for paper need to be submitted by Friday, April 13 for the 2017-2018 Budget year. Please contact Wendy Henderson at 902-566-0558 or whenderson@upei.ca.

If you have difficulty carving out uninterrupted time for writing, if you struggle with motivating yourself to write, or if you would simply like the supportive collaboration of a writing retreat, consider Time to Write, UPEI's faculty writers retreat.

When: Wednesday, May 16 to Sunday, May 20

Where: Stanley Bridge Country Resort

Cost to participants: $200, which includes four nights accommodation, meals and snacks

Your project must be at a stage where sustained writing time makes sense. Your research and/or data collection and analysis must be completed to the point that you are ready to write. You must also be prepared to commit to the full program: a total of 3½ days focused on writing.

The retreat is open to tenured and tenure stream University of Prince Edward Island faculty in any Department/Faculty/School.

Email Research Communications Officer Dave Atkinson, datkinson@upei.ca, with a brief summary of the project you plan to work and your writing goals for the retreat. There is room for six participants at Time to Write.

The Faculty of Science wishes to announce PhD Candidacy Examination for Ahmad Abd-El-Aziz. He will present "Describe the influence of perceived stress on the epigenome, and the effects of these stimuli on gene expression and methylation" on April 4, 2018 at 9:00 am in Steel Building, Rm. 113. 

 

MMS Seminar Series presentation - April 4th, 2018
Title: “Physical and physiological mechanisms of nanoparticle toxicity.” 
by Dr. Tyson MacCormack, Mount Allison University, Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at 12:30 pm in Duffy Research Centre, Room 212

Abstract: Engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) straddle the boundary between the atomic and molecular scale and because of this, they exhibit unique physical, chemical, and electronic properties. Their extremely high surface area to volume ratio in combination with these unique properties, make ENMs desirable in a multitude of applications including environmental remediation, medical imaging, and personal care products. Unfortunately, these same characteristics also make it difficult to predict the toxicity of novel ENMs based on available information for conventional materials. ENMs are now found in thousands of consumer products and there is a growing need to characterize their potential risks to human and environmental health. We examine these questions at multiple scales ranging from purified proteins, to isolated cells, to in vivo studies on organ physiology and energetics. We exploit the tunable nature of ENMs to address how their physicochemical properties (e.g. size, shape, surface charge, chemical composition, etc.) influence their interactions with proteins, membranes, and metabolites in vitro. This data is then applied to higher level studies on the biological and ecological relevance of ‘nanotoxicity’ using fish as model systems. We specifically focus on the cardiorespiratory system, as the pathology of chronic metabolic and/or physiological stress is often manifested in the form of cardiovascular dysfunction. Identifying the properties which contribute to ENM bioactivity will allow industry to design safe nano-enabled products and provide regulators with the necessary data to make informed decisions on novel ENMs. The end goal of this research is to facilitate the responsible development of nanotechnology applications aimed at addressing critical issues in human and environmental health.

ALL ARE WELCOME

Cheryl Gaudet will officially retire from UPEI on April 3 after 30 years of service to the University, most recently with the SSDE. The engineering faculty and staff would like to invite you to a retirement get-together for Cheryl on Wednesday, April 4, 3:30-4:30 pm in the SSDE building at the top of the Learning Stairs. Cake and light refreshments will be served.

We hope you can join us to wish our friend and colleague Cheryl all the best in her retirement!

At the Chaplaincy Centre, thoughts are with the students during exam time, their success, and yes, of course, the chili dinner. On April 10 and 11, between 11:30 am –1:30 pm, a chili lunch is served at the Chaplaincy Centre, free for the students.

About 300 students show up each day with smiles and conversation on this busy week.

Sister Sue would like to extend her gratitude to the staff, faculty, and Student Union that stepped up to help ensure this tradition continues. This year's menu is healthier, generate less waste, and reflects the international diversity of the campus. 

Staff and Faculty who would like to volunteer for a shift and help facilitate this annual event can sign-up here.

The Faculty of Nursing extends an invitation to the campus community to Stacey Burns MacKinnon's public presentation of her master's thesis entitled "A Description of Hepatitis C Infection on Prince Edward Island". Stacey's presentation will be held in HSB Rm 106 on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, 9:30 am.

The AVC Wildlife Service and Wildlife Club are celebrating National Wildlife Week with a public lecture in Lecture Theatre A, Atlantic Veterinary College, UPEI, on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at 7 p.m.

National Wildlife Week, which takes place from April 8–14 this year, is a program of the Canadian Wildlife Federation that celebrates Canada’s natural heritage and the importance of its conservation.

Fiep de Bie, technician with the AVC Wildlife Service, will give a lecture called “Island wild birds: Monitoring their health and well-being.” She will reflect on the outbreak of trichomonosis in finches in the summer of 2017 and address the question of whether wild birds should be fed. Other issues related to wild birds on Prince Edward Island will also be discussed.

There will be a fundraiser for the AVC Wildlife Service, including a silent auction of art, a raffle, and the sale of cupcakes. Proceeds will go towards the care of wildlife submitted to the service.

Everyone is welcome. Admission is free.