Master in Global Affairs program safely wraps up first semester in Europe
After being on pause for the 2020–21 academic year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the UPEI Master in Global Affairs program was off to a good start for the 2021 Fall Academic Semester.
Twenty-one Master in Global Affairs students spent the first half of the semester in Madrid, Spain, and the second half in Strasbourg, France. In this photo, two MGA students are seen at the Council of Europe’s main building, the Palais de l’Europe, where they attended the World Forum for Democracy as part of their experiential learning.
Call for nominations for 2021 Atlantic Award of Excellence
The Atlantic Veterinary College is now accepting nominations for the Atlantic Award of Excellence in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Care.
Meet Emma Pickering, Mawi'omi Centre Student Lead
Why did you choose UPEI as part of your academic path?
I'm from PEI so I really wanted to stay close to home. I also wanted to be a part of positive change here on PEI.
What program are you in?
UPEI hosts virtual talk on Reconciliatory Pedagogy with award-winning scholars, Yvonne Poitras Pratt and Patricia J. Danyluk
The UPEI Teaching and Learning Centre and the Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies will host the second virtual talk in the Teaching Matters! Series on Monday, January 10 from 12:30 to 2:00 pm Atlantic.
Changes to Atlantic Veterinary College Emergency Services
Due to emergency service staffing shortages, the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) Small Animal Emergency Service overnight coverage for veterinary clinics on Prince Edward Island will change on Thursday, January 6, 2022. These changes are being implemented to ensure that all pet owners can access safe and focused care for their pets around the clock.
Interview Skills Workshop (Virtual)
For UPEI Students and Alumni
6:00–7:30 pm (AST)
This workshop covers the following objectives and will provide students with practical tools and tips to improve their interview skills:
- The interview selection process
- Interview preparation strategies and tips
- Behavioural and informational questions
Resumes and Cover Letters Workshop (Virtual)
6:00–7:30 pm (AST)
An online workshop where UPEI students & alumni can get practical advice on how to write resumes and cover letters to help them get the job.
This workshop covers the following objectives and will provide students with practical tools and tips to improve their skills:
UPEI creates new biotechnology minor and courses
Starting in January 2022, science students at UPEI can register for a new 21-credit minor in biotechnology and two new associated courses, BIOT 1020: Field Studies in Biotechnology on PEI and BIOT 2020: Case Studies in Biotechnology.
Dr. John VanLeeuwen named Interim Dean of the Atlantic Veterinary College
The Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island, is pleased that Dr. John VanLeeuwen accepted the role as Interim Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), effective December 13, 2021.
Atlantic Veterinary College celebrates students and faculty achievements
The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), University of Prince Edward Island, hosted its annual Fall Awards and Recognition night on Tuesday, October 26, at the College.
