Jeanette MacAulay to be New Director of Life-Long Learning
The University of Prince Edward Island is very pleased to announce that Jeanette MacAulay will take on the role of Director of Life-Long Learning following the retirement of the present Director, Dr Clive Keen. The appointment will reinforce the University's commitment to community learning, continuing and further extending its range of services beyond traditional degree programs.
"We are absolutely delighted to welcome Jeanette MacAulay to UPEI," says Vianne Timmons, Vice-President of Academic Development. "Her vast knowledge of community and educational issues, and her extensive leadership experience provide an excellent background for this important senior position."
The Centre for Life-Long Learning is involved with a wide range of continuing education activities, including professional development certificate programs; the Profitlearn series of courses for small businesses; summer institutes and language programs; the Canadian Aquaculture Centre; the "well-lived life" series of short courses; online continuing education courses; and customized training for businesses.
Jeanette MacAulay is the former Deputy Minister of Social Services and Seniors for PEI. She has served as the CEO for the Health and Community Services Agency and the Public Service Commission, and as Deputy Minister for Intergovernmental Affairs. She was Vice-President of Development and External Relations at Holland College from 2002 to 2005.
