UPEI Indigenous Teachings course delivered to students at the UPEI Cairo campus
The UPEI Cairo Campus has introduced a new course, Indigenous Teachings, that aims to expand students' knowledge about a crucial part of Canadian history relating to Indigenous and non-Indigenous relations to present day. David Varis, UPEI assistant professor in the Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research and Applied Studies (IKERAS) was the first to teach the course to students at the UPEI Cairo Campus. He recently returned from the campus in Egypt where he taught the in-person portion of the course to 25 students.
"The Diversity and Social Justice Studies program at UPEI is one-of-a-kind!"
What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to study here?
I chose to come to UPEI because it was local, and I wanted to study somewhere where I could put my knowledge to use in a community that I know. I'm from Goose River, PEI—a very small rural community on the northeast shore of the Island.
UPEI Presidential Search Committee begins consultation phase with online survey
The Presidential Search Committee launched an online survey today as part of the consultation phase of the 12-month search process that will select a new President and Vice-Chancellor for the University of Prince Edward Island.
Panthers’ top-ranked defence adds lockdown defender Deborah Aboagye
The UPEI Women’s Basketball Panthers have secured a commitment for the 2023–24 season from Deborah Aboagye, the reigning Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec (RSEQ) Most Outstanding Defensive Player.
Aboagye joins the UPEI Panthers after four years with the Bishop’s Gaiters, where she played a significant role as the team’s defensive anchor. The 23-year-old from Montréal, Québec is known for her suffocating on-ball defence and is often tasked with guarding the opponent’s best backcourt players.
UPEI campus community participates in successful 2023 PEI Pride Parade
Led by members of the UPEI Student Union and the Panther Patrol van, students, administration, faculty, staff, and alumni gathered together to participate in the 29th annual PEI Pride Parade on Saturday, July 29.
UPEI’s mascot, Pride, also joined the group to walk the route and greet those lining the streets to watch the parade.
This year’s event has been touted by organizers as “the best one yet” with a record 75 groups registering for the parade, including the first marching band.
"The friendliness of Islanders and the sense of community made me feel at home."
What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to study here?
I am originally from Lagos, Nigeria, and now I'm a Canadian citizen living with my family in Stratford, PEI. I wanted to be at home with my family while studying at UPEI.
What do you find unique and interesting about the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program?
The fact that I can help save lives, put a smile on people's faces, and make a positive difference in their lives is so amazing. This is so different from my previous career!
Men’s Hockey Panthers add size and physicality in rookie forward Josh Currie
The UPEI Men’s Hockey Panthers have secured a commitment from Josh Currie, age 21, from Pickering, Ontario, for the 2023–24 season.
The Panthers have always been known for their physicality and gritty style of play, and their newest recruit is expected to bring plenty of that to the team. With his six-foot-three, 175-pound frame, Currie brings size and versatility to the lineup.
2023 Pride Parade
The UPEI Student Union will be participating in the 2023 Pride Parade on Saturday, July 29 and invites all students, alumni, staff, and faculty to join them by meeting at 11:00 a.m. on parade day at Terry Fox Drive in the parking lot behind the provincial government buildings. Look for the Panther Patrol van! The parade begins at 12:00 p.m.
UPEI Pride Scavenger Hunt
As a part of the PEI Pride Festival, the UPEI Campus Life Program and UPEI Student Union are excited to bring you the ultimate UPEI Pride Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, July 29th, from 2–7 PM! Navigate Downtown Charlottetown, decode riddles, snap photos, and soak up the Pride atmosphere! This will be an afternoon filled with excitement, camaraderie, and the spirit of Pride.
UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers coach excited about new recruits for 2023–24 season
Over the last six months, the UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers have secured commitments from four skaters and a goaltender for the 2023–24 season. Hayden Lilly, Brooke Thomson, Sarah Fraser, Brooke Henderson, and Erin Cabaday will join the team this fall.
In his inaugural season last year as head coach, Sean Fisher guided his young team to a fourth-place finish in regular play with a respectable 17-9-2 record and won a playoff series for just the second time in the program’s history.
