Campus Notices
Please join the staff of IT Systems & Services for a retirement celebration for Steve Leath, on Wednesday, September 27 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm in the AVC Learning Commons. Cake and light refreshments will be served. Look forward to seeing you there!
Come join Harmony Wagner, writer/director, and producer Jason Rogerson as they introduce their film, Signing to Myself. Free movie with free snacks - can it get any better? Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie begins at 6:30 pm. The event will be held in the Alex H. MacKinnon Auditorium, room 242 of Don and Marion McDougall Hall. Thursday, September. 28. Bring a friend!
Project Management is both a discipline and an art. As a discipline it offers a solid well researched methodology for project success. As an art it requires confidence and skills in managing people and change. This 3-day course is an introduction to project management methodology, tools and techniques that can be applied to projects. Course participants will develop skills and obtain knowledge on how to plan, manage and deliver successful projects in any work environment. Participants will gain an overall understanding of Project Management, the four phases of the project lifecycle, how to use fundamental tools and techniques to manage projects, and how to manage a project from beginning to end while controlling time, scope, cost and quality.
For more information go to www.upei.ca/professionaldevelopment or contact Jennifer Hogan 902-620-5216
Dr. Paul Bernard
“Early Life Seizures, Long-term Consequences”
DATE: Thursday, September 28, 2017
LOCATION: 286A, AVC Learning Commons
TIME: 11:30 am
Lecture
“Introduction to Cardiac Physiology”
DATE: Friday, September 29, 2017
LOCATION: 286A, AVC Learning Commons
TIME: 10:30 am
Dr. Bernard received his PhD in Neuro-Pharmacology, Behavioral Neuroscience and Neuro Anatomy at the Atlantic Veterinary College, UPEI, graduating in 2008. He is currently an Assistant Research Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neurology, Anschutz Medical Campus, University of Colorado. His primary research interest is in the area of long-term consequences of early life seizures. A significant portion of individuals with autism spectrum disorder and/or intellectual disability have a history of early life seizures. The impact of early life seizures on long-term neurological outcome is not known. Do early life seizures cause/contribute to long-term deficits or are they simply correlative and a consequence of an underlying pathology?
Dr. Bernard is a candidate for a faculty positon in physiology in the Department of Biomedical Sciences.
An updated version of the UPEI Tobacco-use policy went into effect on September 1, 2017. This is a reminder that tobacco products are not to be used on University property. For more information regarding campus boundaries or cessation supports and services, please click here.
NEW! Every Tuesday and Thursday, we will be hosting a Pop-Up Chef's Table at the MicroMarket featuring an affordable meal that you can easily enjoy on the go! Swing by the MicroMarket from 11:30-12:30 for $5.99 Taco Tuesdays and Pita Thursdays.
A ton of lunch options are available at our locations everyday including chef-made lunch specials at the AVC Cafe, classic grill meals at the Courtyard Cafe, our all-you-care-to-eat dining program at the Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall, and all of our retail options like salads, sandwiches, and soup. View our dining map and this week's menus online at http://dineoncampus.ca/upei/menus/
Feel free to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @ChartwellsUPEI to keep up to date on events and ongoing promotions, and to see what's being served up daily
Flags at UPEI will be flown at half-mast on Sunday, September 24 to commemorate Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day. In 1998, the Government of Canada officially proclaimed the last Sunday of September of every year as National Memorial Day to give Canadians an opportunity each year to formally express appreciation for the dedication of police and peace officers, which made the ultimate tragic sacrifice to keep our communities safe.
The Faculty of Education invites members of the campus community – students, faculty and staff – to attend a public presentation by Rose Neville, candidate for a tenure-track position in Educational Leadership. Dr. Neville will present her program of research in the area of educational leadership, and how this program of research could unfold in the PEI context. The presentation takes place from 9am-10am on 25-Sept-2017 in Memorial 417. For further information, contact Karen-Anne O’Halloran.
The Atlantic Veterinary College’s 29th Open House is a fun event showcasing exciting aspects of a career in veterinary medicine. There is something for everyone including exhibits, animals, a parade of dog breeds, and much more. Tour the college, dress like a surgeon, see the painted horse. Children can bring their stuffed animals to the teddy bear clinic, get their faces painted, and take home a balloon animal.
This free event, hosted by students, faculty and staff, offers the community an opportunity to get an inside view of a busy veterinary college.
The Open House runs 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 30.
For information, visit upei.ca/avc or call (902) 566-0589.
The first Student Diversity Office (SDO) Meeting will be taking place Friday, September 22 at 5:30 in Robertson Library Room 260. OPEN TO ALL! This is a fantastic way to get involved on campus. You can be as heavily--or as lightly-- involved as you wish. We coordinate events that center around social justice and diversity awareness issues. Our mission each semester is to come up with new and exciting ideas for how to engage our student population in the important conversation about social justice.
It would be great to see some new faces!
North of 49 Films and Campus Life Program presents Singing to Myself.
Come join Harmony Wagner, writer/director, and producer Jason Rogerson as they introduce their film, Signing to Myself. Free movie with free snacks - can it get any better? Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie begins at 6:30 pm. The even will be held in the Alex H. MacKinnong Auditorium, room 242 of Don and Marion McDougall Hall. Thursday, September. 28. Bring a friend!
Where: The Credit Union Day Lounge of UPEI’s W. A. Murphy Student Centre
All are welcome!
Wind Turbine Dynamics Modelling in the Design Process
Dr. Matthew Hall, assistant professor
Where: 212 SSDE
When: Thursday, September 21, 12:00 pm
Abstract:
Numerical dynamics models are the standard solution for verifying that a wind turbine design will perform well across the full range of expected operating conditions. Physical models, meanwhile, provide experimental validation to ensure that the numerical models are sufficiently accurate. This talk will overview both numerical and physical modelling approaches used in wind turbine design, including for offshore applications. One of the newest methods in this area is creating hybrid models which combine the best of both worlds. Recent proof-of-concept tests show promising results. New research with the UPEI wave tank will aim to advance these methods for use in floating wind turbine design.
All are welcomed to attend this weekly seminar. Learn about the innovative research and collaborations the faculty and graduate students are leading at the School of Sustainable Design Engineering!
The UPEI Women's Rugby team is holding a fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society at their home game Saturday, September 23 at 2:00 pm. 'Try For The Cure' Shirts will be on sale at the game for $15. If you would not like to purchase a shirt but would like to contribute to the cause, there will be a donation box.
Contact Kennedy Laybolt for more information.
Join UPEI's Dr. Brian Wagner for a demonstration of some incredible chemistry!
Dr. Wagner will demonstrate the phenomenon of fluorescence, reflecting both his UPEI research work, and also showing that fluorescence is all around us, by demonstrating the fluorescence of everyday things, including the spice turmeric, vitamin B2, paper money and laundry detergent. He will also show the chemiluminescence of luminol, and discuss how it is used in forensic science to look for traces of blood.
Friday, September 22, 12:30pm to 1:00 pm
Robertson Library Lobby
This event is part of Science Literacy Week.
All are welcome!
The Faculty of Education invites members of the campus community – students, faculty and staff – to attend a public presentation by Rose Neville, candidate for a tenure-track position in Educational Leadership. Dr. Neville will present her program of research in the area of educational leadership, and how this program of research could unfold in the PEI context. The presentation takes place from 9:00 am-10:00 am on September 25 in Memorial 417. For further information, contact Karen-Anne O’Halloran.
The annual UPEI Community Connector Volunteer Fair is just around the corner!
Are you interested in volunteering, but not sure where to start? Would you like to learn more about volunteer opportunities on campus, in Charlottetown, and beyond? Be sure to stop by the fair to see how you can get involved!
On Wednesday, September 27 from 10:00-2:00 in the W. A. Murphy Student Center Concourse, over 20 different local organizations in need of volunteers will have booths set up where you can learn about opportunities and sign up to volunteer. This event is open for all students, staff and faculty to attend.
Interested in having a booth at the fair? There are only a few spaces left! Please email jengaudet@upei.ca for more information.
Distinguished and Inspiring Young Alumni Awards ~ September 22, 2017, 6:30pm ~
Department of Development and Alumni Engagement -618 University Ave.
The Distinguished and Inspiring Young Alumni Awards are the highest honour presented by the UPEI Alumni Association. Each year the Alumni Association commemorates one or more of our alumni for their outstanding contributions to knowledge, the arts, the community, the university, or humanity.
UPEI Alumni Association President Curtis Toombs is pleased to invite you to the 27th annual Distinguished and Inspiring Young Alumni Awards. Please join us in celebrating this year’s award recipients.
Distinguished Alumni Awards
Ho. Diane Campbell BA ‘72
Dr. Michael Beattie DVM ‘94
Inspiring Young Alumni Award
Mr. Ron Myers BSc ‘03
The UPEI Multicultural Choir and Song Circle meets regularly from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm on Wednesday in the SDU Main Building Faculty Lounge. Join students, staff, and faculty from all over the world, share songs of many cultures, relax, have fun.
All are welcome.
