Students, staff, and faculty were informed on Wednesday, September 14, that UPEI will observe a one-time statutory holiday on September 19 in observance of a National Day of Mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes two student-athletes for their achievements and contributions to their respective sports. UPEI Panther Subway Athletes of the Week for September 5–11 are Emily Duffy (women’s rugby) and Salem Farag (men’s soccer).

Dr. Laurie Brinklow and Dr. Carla Di Giorgio, faculty members at the University of Prince Edward Island, have been awarded SSHRC Exchange Publication Awards. 

Last season, no one knew what to expect from UPEI’s men’s soccer team. They were a young, inexperienced group who defied expectations and battled their way to a playoff spot. A year later, this team is brimming with confidence and looking to do more than just make the playoffs.

The University of Prince Edward Island has lowered campus flags to half-mast to honour the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. 

Researchers with UPEI’s Health and Wellness Centre and Recreation PEI are seeking participants for the free lifestyle intervention program known as Canadian Health Advanced by Nutrition and Graded Exercise (CHANGE). 

Spend a few minutes chatting about UPEI women’s soccer with head coach Lewis Page and you’ll notice the word “confidence” often comes up. That’s because there’s a renewed sense of purpose among his players who believe they can turn the team’s recent fortunes around.

Dr. Xiuquan (Xander) Wang, an associate professor in the UPEI School of Climate Change and Adaptation, has been named a member of the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) College of New Scholars. 

On Thursday, September 8, UPEI students will go door to door in the Sherwood neighbourhood from 5–7 pm to collect non-perishable food for the UPEI Campus Food Bank.  

The UPEI Women’s Rugby Panthers look to send shockwaves across the league this season. After a stunning victory against the St. Francis Xavier X-Women in the 2021 home opener that culminated in a 3-3 record and a U SPORTS top-10 ranking, the players believe that this is their year.