On Friday, October 25 from 5:30–7:00 pm in AVC Lecture Theatre A, a continuation of the Difficult Dialogues series that was started last year at UPEI will be taking place again this year. The topic is transgendered persons and their life experiences. During this event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about what transgendered people have to go through on a daily basis. The event is an interactive event in the sense that those in attendance will have several opportunities to ask questions that they may have about the material presented, as well as ask about the experiences some of the presenters have had. Panelists will also be available following the event for further discussions with attendees. All are welcome to attend!

When submitting a work order for an event set-up, (tables, chairs, trash containers, or other items that must be moved/removed), you must submit a second work order to have the area returned to its original configuration and any requested items removed. If your event is in the afternoon, please request the removal for the following day. Please state if you are using any classrooms for your event, as this will dictate room availability for event take-down. This is to ensure we do not miss an event take-down and the items are moved/removed in a timely manner. Thank you, Facilities Management

The Quebec Court of Appeal is expected to release a ruling tomorrow in a case about the future of the Senate of Canada. The government of Quebec has challenged the federal government's attempt to make what some have called an end-run around the Constitution by reforming the senate through ordinary legislation. The court's ruling will take into account the expert testimony of several witnesses, including Dr. Don Desserud, professor of political science at UPEI. Watch an interview about the case with Dr. Desserud at the UPEI Research Blog: http://research.upei.ca/blogs/2013/10/23/other-news-about-senate

Dear members of the campus community, On behalf of the University of Prince Edward Island, I would like to inform the campus community that Dr. Ron MacDonald, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education, has been appointed interim Dean of Education, effective November 1, 2013. Dr. Miles Turnbull, outgoing dean, recently announced he had accepted the position of Vice-Principal Academic at Bishop’s University, beginning in January 2014. Ron MacDonald earned his PhD degree from the University of South Australia. Before teaching at Cape Breton University, Memorial University of Newfoundland, and UPEI, Dr. MacDonald was a junior and senior high school science teacher in Nova Scotia and Ontario. He was also an information technology integration specialist and professional development facilitator. Dr. MacDonald joined the UPEI Faculty of Education in September 2005 and was appointed Assistant Professor in 2006, teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, in particular science methods, and conducting research in the intersections between teacher attitudes toward Information Communication Technology (ICT), leadership, and professional development for ICT integration. The search process for a new dean will start in the near future. Dr. Christian Lacroix Interim Vice-President Academic

On Friday, October 25 from 5:30–7:00 pm in AVC Lecture Theatre A, a continuation of the Difficult Dialogues series that was started last year at UPEI will be taking place again this year. The topic is transgendered persons and their life experiences. During this event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about what transgendered people have to go through on a daily basis. The event is an interactive event in the sense that those in attendance will have several opportunities to ask questions that they may have about the material presented, as well as ask about the experiences some of the presenters have had. Panelists will also be available following the event for further discussions with attendees. All are welcome to attend!

UPEI’s Executive MBA program offers a high-quality learning experience for working business professionals. The program is designed for those working in, or aspiring to work, in a management or leadership position. Classes are offered bi-weekly on Fridays and Saturdays with the option to complete the program in 20 months. Central to the program design is an evidence-based management approach which helps students develop the skills and knowledge to make better-informed and well-supported decisions both in the program and in applied situations in their workplaces. To learn more about the program and to meet with staff, faculty, and students from the UPEI School of Business, we invite you to attend the following information sessions: Tuesday, November 5 Empire II Room, Loyalist Lakeview Resort, Summerside 5:30 pm Thursday, November 7 Provinces Lounge, Rodd Charlottetown Hotel, Charlottetown Anytime between 4–6 pm Please call (902) 566-6474 or email mba@upei.ca to reserve a seat. For more information on UPEI’s EMBA Program, please visit http://business.upei.ca/mba.

On Friday, October 25 from 5:30–7:00 pm in AVC Lecture Theatre A, a continuation of the Difficult Dialogues series that was started last year at UPEI will be taking place again this year. The topic is transgendered persons and their life experiences. During this event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about what transgendered people have to go through on a daily basis. The event is an interactive event in the sense that those in attendance will have several opportunities to ask questions that they may have about the material presented, as well as ask about the experiences some of the presenters have had. Panelists will also be available following the event for further discussions with attendees. All are welcome to attend!

Learn to play squash at a free clinic on Saturday, October 26 (women 10:00 am–12:00 pm; men 1:00–3:00 pm). Please register by dropping by or calling the Panther Central desk at 566-0368, Sports Centre. Clinic will be held in the squash courts at the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre.

To promote Open Access Week 2013, Mark Leggott, University Librarian, will present "Open Access @ UPEI." The presentation will cover UPEI's repository IslandScholar, the UPEI 2012 Policy on Open Access & Dissemination of Research Output, opportunities for open data, and open textbooks. The presentation will be offered at the following times: Tuesday, October 22, 3:00-4:00 pm, Kelley Rm 234 Wednesday, October 23, 9:30-10:30 am, AVC Rm 286C Thursday, October 24, 10:00-11:00 am, Robertson Library Rm 265 All are welcome to attend!

UPEI’s Executive MBA program offers a high-quality learning experience for working business professionals. The program is designed for those working in, or aspiring to work, in a management or leadership position. Classes are offered bi-weekly on Fridays and Saturdays with the option to complete the program in 20 months. Central to the program design is an evidence-based management approach which helps students develop the skills and knowledge to make better-informed and well-supported decisions both in the program and in applied situations in their workplaces. To learn more about the program and to meet with staff, faculty, and students from the UPEI School of Business, we invite you to attend the following information sessions: Tuesday, November 5 Empire II Room, Loyalist Lakeview Resort, Summerside 5:30 pm Thursday, November 7 Provinces Lounge, Rodd Charlottetown Hotel, Charlottetown Anytime between 4–6 pm Please call (902) 566-6474 or email mba@upei.ca to reserve a seat. For more information on UPEI’s EMBA Program, please visit http://business.upei.ca/mba.

On Friday, October 25 from 5:30–7:00 pm in AVC Lecture Theatre A, a continuation of the Difficult Dialogues series that was started last year at UPEI will be taking place again this year. The topic is transgendered persons and their life experiences. During this event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about what transgendered people have to go through on a daily basis. The event is an interactive event in the sense that those in attendance will have several opportunities to ask questions that they may have about the material presented, as well as ask about the experiences some of the presenters have had. Panelists will also be available following the event for further discussions with attendees. All are welcome to attend!

Learn to play squash at a free clinic on Saturday, October 26 (women 10:00 am–12:00 pm; men 1:00–3:00 pm). Please register by dropping by or calling the Panther Central desk at 566-0368, Sports Centre. Clinic will be held in the squash courts at the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre.

To promote Open Access Week 2013, Mark Leggott, University Librarian, will present "Open Access @ UPEI." The presentation will cover UPEI's repository IslandScholar, the UPEI 2012 Policy on Open Access & Dissemination of Research Output, opportunities for open data, and open textbooks. The presentation will be offered at the following times: Tuesday, October 22, 3:00-4:00 pm, Kelley Rm 234 Wednesday, October 23, 9:30-10:30 am, AVC Rm 286C Thursday, October 24, 10:00-11:00 am, Robertson Library Rm 265 All are welcome to attend!

UPEI’s Executive MBA program offers a high-quality learning experience for working business professionals. The program is designed for those working in, or aspiring to work, in a management or leadership position. Classes are offered bi-weekly on Fridays and Saturdays with the option to complete the program in 20 months. Central to the program design is an evidence-based management approach which helps students develop the skills and knowledge to make better-informed and well-supported decisions both in the program and in applied situations in their workplaces. To learn more about the program and to meet with staff, faculty, and students from the UPEI School of Business, we invite you to attend the following information sessions: Tuesday, November 5 Empire II Room, Loyalist Lakeview Resort, Summerside 5:30 pm Thursday, November 7 Provinces Lounge, Rodd Charlottetown Hotel, Charlottetown Anytime between 4–6 pm Please call (902) 566-6474 or email mba@upei.ca to reserve a seat. For more information on UPEI’s EMBA Program, please visit http://business.upei.ca/mba.

On Friday, October 25 from 5:30–7:00 pm in AVC Lecture Theatre A, a continuation of the Difficult Dialogues series that was started last year at UPEI will be taking place again this year. The topic is transgendered persons and their life experiences. During this event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about what transgendered people have to go through on a daily basis. The event is an interactive event in the sense that those in attendance will have several opportunities to ask questions that they may have about the material presented, as well as ask about the experiences some of the presenters have had. Panelists will also be available following the event for further discussions with attendees. All are welcome to attend!

Learn to play squash at a free clinic on Saturday, October 26 (women 10:00 am–12:00 pm; men 1:00–3:00 pm). Please register by dropping by or calling the Panther Central desk at 566-0368, Sports Centre. Clinic will be held in the squash courts at the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre.

To promote Open Access Week 2013, Mark Leggott, University Librarian, will present "Open Access @ UPEI." The presentation will cover UPEI's repository IslandScholar, the UPEI 2012 Policy on Open Access & Dissemination of Research Output, opportunities for open data, and open textbooks. The presentation will be offered at the following times: Tuesday, October 22, 3:00-4:00 pm, Kelley Rm 234 Wednesday, October 23, 9:30-10:30 am, AVC Rm 286C Thursday, October 24, 10:00-11:00 am, Robertson Library Rm 265 All are welcome to attend!

The One Match 'Get Swabbed!' event is an initiative of Canadian Blood Services to increase Stem Cell donors into the OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network. This event is part of a nationwide university challenge. 'Get Swabbed!' is an annual coast-to-coast university challenge designed to engage and recruit young and diverse potential stem cell donors. This year marks the fifth annual event where university students across the country will be bracing their cheeks to determine this year's national champion. In just 5 to 10 minutes, you could change a life forever. Currently more than 900 patients are looking for a match in Canada. In addition, there is currently special need for 17 to 35 year old males who are ethnically diverse and in good general health to join the registry. Join UPEI in its second year competing in this national event! Together we can make a difference! October 22, 2013 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, W.A. Murphy Student Centre - McMillan Hall. Interested in volunteering? Have questions? Contact Amir Hosseinzadeh at ahosseinzade@upei.ca.

Join one of Canada’s leading international educators to learn how to have an international experience at home. What is I@H? How do we do it? With only 3% of students studying abroad, what can be done on campus to create intercultural competency as a dynamic of internationalization for the 97% at home? UPEI students, staff, and faculty are invited to a talk by Wayne Myles, Director of Queen’s University International Centre and founding Director of the International Educator Training Program (IETP) on Tuesday, October 22,11:30 am–12:45 pm in AVC 286 B. To RSVP, contact Cathy Gillan at gillan@upei.ca as space is limited.

UPEI staff, faculty, and students are invited to attend an armchair discussion by the province’s senior public sector officials and hear their perspectives on Friday, November 15, 8:00–10:30 am. The discussion will speak to the future of the public service in Prince Edward Island, and what it looks like— ex: layoffs, packages, etc—is this the new normal? All are welcome to attend and breakfast will be served. To register, please visit http://www.ipac.ca/pei/Events by November 8. Payment is required for all cancellations occurring less than 48 hours before scheduled event. Replacements are welcome. If you have any questions please email ipacpei@gmail.com.