Resume Review Drop-in Hours
Not sure how to write a resume? Looking for feedback from professionals? Come to Dalton Hall, Room 209, for drop-in support from 1-4 pm. This session is open to all UPEI students and recent grads. We can provide advice on job searching, resume and cover letter writing, and other work-related questions.
UPEI’s Dr. Larry Hammell receives award for excellence in veterinary medicine
Dr. Larry Hammell, professor of health management, Atlantic Veterinary College at UPEI, is the recipient of the College’s 2022 Atlantic Award of Excellence in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Care.
PEI-Tasmania collaboration world premiere: Atlantic String Machine, with guest Hannah O’Donnell, performs song cycle by Tasmania’s Don Kay and PEI’s Laurie Brinklow
Four poems from Laurie Brinklow’s PEI Book Award-winning poetry, My island’s the house I sleep in at night (Island Studies Press/Walleah Press), have been set to music by one of Tasmania’s best-loved composers, Don Kay. The Atlantic String Machine, with guest soloist Hannah O’Donnell, will perform the song cycle’s world premiere on Saturday, May 13, at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul's Church in Charlottetown as part of the final concert of their 2022-23 season entitled “Coming Together.”
World premiere of PEI-Tasmania poetry and music collaboration takes place in Charlottetown on May 13
Four poems from Dr. Laurie Brinklow’s PEI Book Award-winning poetry book, My island’s the house I sleep in at night (Island Studies Press/Walleah Press), have been set to music by Don Kay, one of Tasmania’s best-loved composers.
The Atlantic String Machine (ASM), Prince Edward Island’s award-winning string quintet, with guest soloist Hannah O’Donnell, will perform the song cycle’s world premiere on Saturday, May 13, at 2:30 and 7:30 pm, at St. Paul’s Church in Charlottetown during the final concert of their 2022–23 season titled “Coming Together.”
National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
On May 5, UPEI marks the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, also known as Red Dress Day. The use of red dresses was originated by Métis artist Jaime Black in 2010 as a representation of the women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people lost to violent crime. Red dresses continue to be hung across Canada in May, including on the UPEI campus, to honour those lost and to serve as a call for action to prevent future violence.
UPEI Panther Pitch live competition is May 11
On Thursday, May 11, six student teams will pitch their business for a share of $56,000 in prize money during the Panther Pitch Competition. The event, which is open to the public, will take place from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Room 242.
Workplace tours in downtown Charlottetown
Join us for two workplace tours in Downtown Charlottetown! The Delta Hotels by Marriott Prince Edward and The Guild are giving an opportunity for UPEI students to get to know their organizations. Reserve your spot for one or both tours on our Eventbrite page! Register by Monday, May 8, at 12:00 pm. Space is limited.
At 1:00 pm, tour The Delta property and learn about the types of business they serve, the departments and positions available, and a bit about the Marriott culture, history, values, mission, and vision.
Harry W. MacLauchlan Entrepreneurship Program - Panther Pitch
Join us as six teams of undergraduate students pitch their businesses for a share of $56,000 in prize money to support their entrepreneurial ventures.
To register to attend, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/harry-w-maclauchlan-entrepreneurship-program-live-pitch-event-tickets-626414361217
UPEI Faculty of Medicine Information Session
The University of Prince Edward Island will host an information session for students interested in pursuing a career in medicine or learning more about the new Faculty of Medicine and joint Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at UPEI in partnership with Memorial University of Newfoundland. The session will take place on Thursday, May 4, 2023, from 6:00–7:00 pm in the Kelley Memorial Building, Room 211.
UPEI Panthers recruit home-grown talent and former Islanders captain Keiran Gallant
The UPEI Men’s Hockey Panthers are thrilled to welcome PEI native and former captain of the Charlottetown Islanders, Keiran Gallant, to their team for the 2023–24 season.
The prospect of wearing UPEI Panthers green was something that the 20-year-old forward often dreamt about growing up. His eyes would light up as he watched his hometown heroes battle on the ice while representing their school and province with pride. Now he’ll finally get the opportunity to do so this fall.
