UPEI Student Affairs, in partnership with the Department of Physics, is pleased to host a presentation by Canadian Space Agency Astronaut David Saint-Jacques on Thursday, November 28 at 11:30 am in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre’s McMillan Hall. Dr. Saint-Jacques will take attendees on the learning journey that led him to become a Canadian astronaut and talk about his training. He will also give an overview of Canadian Space Agency projects, and will share some insights on future opportunities for students. For more information, please contact Cindy Wood, Career Counsellor, 620-5088 or cwood@upei.ca.

The UPEI Wind Symphony will perform one of its most ambitious Fall Symphonic Recitals on Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 pm at St. Dunstan's Basilica. Featuring several masterworks for Wind Band, including David Gillingham'sConcerto for Marimba, the venue of St. Dunstan's will provide architectural and aesthetic beauty complementing the Wind Symphony's performance for all to enjoy. Admission, $10 Adults/Seniors and $5 Students, may be acquired at the door.

If you are looking for a gift card for your secret Santa, prizes for your class, or a treat for someone...The Wave and Mickey's Place has gift certificates available! To purchase some contact, Candice at 566-0530 or admin@upeisu.ca.

On Saturday evening, November 23, the UPEI Concert Choir, under the direction of Sung Ha Shin-Bouey will present an eclectic evening of choral music. The Concert Choir will perform Eric Whitacre’s “Lux Aurumque,” Biebl’s “Ave Maria,” and selections from J.S. Bach’s “Christmas Oratorio.” In addition to motets and madrigals, the audience will be treated to spirituals, folk songs, jazz, and Christmas songs. Special guests for the evening will be Le Ragazze Girls Vocal Ensemble. The concert takes place at the Dr. Steel Recital Hall, UPEI at 7:30pm. Admission is $10 Adults & Seniors / $5 Students. Tickets are available at the door or by contacting the UPEI Music Department at 566-0507 or music@upei.ca

UPEI Student Affairs, in partnership with the Department of Physics, is pleased to host a presentation by Canadian Space Agency Astronaut David Saint-Jacques on Thursday, November 28 at 11:30 am in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre’s McMillan Hall. Dr. Saint-Jacques will take attendees on the learning journey that led him to become a Canadian astronaut and talk about his training. He will also give an overview of Canadian Space Agency projects, and will share some insights on future opportunities for students. For more information, please contact Cindy Wood, Career Counsellor, 620-5088 or cwood@upei.ca.

The UPEI Wind Symphony will perform one of its most ambitious Fall Symphonic Recitals on Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 pm at St. Dunstan's Basilica. Featuring several masterworks for Wind Band, including David Gillingham'sConcerto for Marimba, the venue of St. Dunstan's will provide architectural and aesthetic beauty complementing the Wind Symphony's performance for all to enjoy. Admission, $10 Adults/Seniors and $5 Students, may be acquired at the door.

If you are looking for a gift card for your secret Santa, prizes for your class, or a treat for someone...The Wave and Mickey's Place has gift certificates available! To purchase some contact, Candice at 566-0530 or admin@upeisu.ca.

On Saturday evening, November 23, the UPEI Concert Choir, under the direction of Sung Ha Shin-Bouey will present an eclectic evening of choral music. The Concert Choir will perform Eric Whitacre’s “Lux Aurumque,” Biebl’s “Ave Maria,” and selections from J.S. Bach’s “Christmas Oratorio.” In addition to motets and madrigals, the audience will be treated to spirituals, folk songs, jazz, and Christmas songs. Special guests for the evening will be Le Ragazze Girls Vocal Ensemble. The concert takes place at the Dr. Steel Recital Hall, UPEI at 7:30pm. Admission is $10 Adults & Seniors / $5 Students. Tickets are available at the door or by contacting the UPEI Music Department at 566-0507 or music@upei.ca

The UPEI Men's Hockey game set for tonight against UdeM has been cancelled due to bridge closure to high-sided vehicles. A make up date is to be determined.

"Coyotes in urban areas likely the new norm, researcher" The Journal Pioneer speaks with Dr. Marina Silva-Opps, a terrestrial ecologist and associate professor of biology. http://www.journalpioneer.com/News/Local/2013-11-18/article-3485806/Coy… "It's time to adapt to unstoppable global warming, scientists say" NBC News speaks with Dr. Adam Fenech, Director of UPEI's Climate Research Lab http://www.nbcnews.com/science/its-time-adapt-unstoppable-global-warmin… "To keep score, or not to keep score?" CBC Radio's Island Morning speaks with Dr. Dany MacDonald, an assistant professor of kinesiology about his Research on Tap discussion. http://www.cbc.ca/islandmorning/sports/2013/11/05/to-keep-score-or-not-… "Panthers to host Moncton in AUS men's hockey without sniper." The UPEI Men's Hockey team will host UdeM tonight but will do so without solid Mayer. Read more from The Guardian: http://www.theguardian.pe.ca/Sports/Hockey/2013-11-20/article-3487337/P… "P.E.I. eyes food cost study to help set assistance rates." The Prince Edward Island Government is looking to research to help set social assistance food rates and is researching the cost of food. UPEI's Jennifer Taylor, professor and chair of the Department of Applied Human Sciences was interviewed. Read more from CBC News: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/p-e-i-eyes-food-cost… Stay up to date by browsing UPEI "In the News" here: http://news.upei.ca/inthenews

On December 7, Curling Funspiel will take place at the Charlottetown Curling Club. Cost is $20/person, free drink with non-perishable food donation to UPEI student food bank. two 6-end games with early draw times at 9:00 am and 12:00 pm; and late draw times at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. Lunch is also included. For more information, please contact Adam at ajarsenault@upei.ca.

You're invited to submit stories, announcements, or departmental updates to UPEI's newsletter, the Campus Connector. The submission deadline for the next edition is Monday, November 25 by 5:00 pm. Submissions must follow these guidelines: -be emailed to Sheila Kerry at communications@upei.ca -sent in a Microsoft Word or plain text document -be no longer than 250 words The editors reserve the right to edit content, will not consider incomplete submissions, and cannot guarantee that all submitted materials will be published. If you have any questions or comments, please contact communications@upei.ca.

The UPEI community is invited to consider hosting one or more students for some family time at Christmas or during the holiday break. It can be for a dinner, an outing, a baking session, or even a drive to look at lights with a student who is spending the break away from home. If you might have the space and time to spend time with one or two students, just respond to Erica in the International Relations Office (RL#211) at estanley@upei.ca or 566.0443. Thank you.

UPEI Student Affairs, in partnership with the Department of Physics, is pleased to host a presentation by Canadian Space Agency Astronaut David Saint-Jacques on Thursday, November 28 at 11:30 am in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre’s McMillan Hall. Dr. Saint-Jacques will take attendees on the learning journey that led him to become a Canadian astronaut and talk about his training. He will also give an overview of Canadian Space Agency projects, and will share some insights on future opportunities for students. For more information, please contact Cindy Wood, Career Counsellor, 620-5088 or cwood@upei.ca.

Wednesday, November 20 7:00 pm (M) Hockey vs UdeM (http://austv.ca/) - away Friday, November 22 6:00 pm (W) Basketball vs Dalhousie (http://austv.ca/) 7:00 pm (W) Hockey vs Saint Thomas (@ O'Leary Community Sports Centre, PE) 7:00 pm (M) Hockey @ Saint Thomas (http://austv.ca/) - away 8:00 pm (M) Basketball vs Dalhousie (http://austv.ca/) Saturday, November 23 6:00 pm (W) Basketball vs Dalhousie (http://austv.ca/) 7:00 pm (M) Hockey @ UNB (http://austv.ca/) - away 8:00 pm (M) Basketball vs Dalhousie (http://austv.ca/) GOPANTHERSGO!

Time Management and Organizational Skills - December 6 (Summerside) Essentials of Workplace Writing -January 8, 2014 (Charlottetown) Creating a Workplace of Respect and Trust - January 9, 2014 (Charlottetown) Essentials of Conflict Resolution -January 14, 15 & 16, 2014 (Charlottetown) For more information on these courses and others, visit lifelonglearning.upei.ca or contact us at lifelong@upei.ca or 902-566-0336.

Dr. Frank Nilsen will be giving a special seminar on Thursday, November 21 in AVC 286A at 2:00 pm titled "Activities of the Sea Lice Research Centre in Norway." Dr. Nilsen is a Professor at the University of Bergen and Director of the Sea Lice Research Centre in Norway. All are welcome.

The UPEI Panther basketball teams are hosting their final home games before the holiday break on November 22 and November 23. In support and celebration of the holiday season, a few events will be taking place during both games. On Friday, November 22, Panther fans will be treated to a Salsa dance halftime showcase during the men's basketball game. On Saturday, November 23, fans are asked to bring a teddy bear for a teddy bear toss, with all bears being donated to the QEH children's ward. Donations to the UPEI Campus Food Bank will also be collected. In addition, fans will be treated to giveaways, promotions, and entertainment! Come out and cheer on your UPEI Panthers as they take on the Dalhousie Tigers! Game times: Friday, November 22- UPEI vs. DAL: women's game at 6:00 pm, men's game at 8:00 pm. Saturday, November 23- UPEI vs. DAL: women's game at 6:00 pm, men's game at 8:00 pm. GOPANTHERSGO!

As part of our Wellness Wednesdays, we are wanting to get you movin’ and groovin’! We will be having a ZUMBA-THON at lunch starting at 12:00 pm on November 20. We ask that each department on campus come dressed in a group color. The department that has the most enthusiastic group will win a $100 gift card to Chartwells! Teams must register by contacting Samantha at sthorpe@upei.ca Location: UPEI Sports Centre, Gym 3 Time: 12:00-1:00 pm

The UPEI Wind Symphony will perform one of its most ambitious Fall Symphonic Recitals on Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 pm at St. Dunstan's Basilica. Featuring several masterworks for Wind Band, including David Gillingham's Concerto for Marimba, the venue of St. Dunstan's will provide architectural and aesthetic beauty complementing the Wind Symphony's performance for all to enjoy. Admission, $10 Adults/Seniors and $5 Students, may be acquired at the door.