AVC hosts successful 2021 Dr. Tim Ogilvie AVC Vet Camp
After a hiatus in 2020 because of COVID-19, the Dr. Tim Ogilvie AVC Vet Camp was back in full swing this summer at the Atlantic Veterinary College. In the month of July, 200 young people from across Canada discovered what life as a veterinarian is like during four one-week camps for junior and senior high school students.
EY Neurodiversity Recruiting Event
EY Canada is expanding their team of neuro-diverse talent and launching a Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence (NCoE) in Halifax.
EY is looking for graduates (or near to graduation candidates) from different educational backgrounds like computer science, business, engineering, etc., with an aptitude for programming and learning new technologies. An attitude that promotes teamwork and finding creative solutions to today’s biggest challenges is required.
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at UPEI
The UPEI Health and Wellness Centre will be offering a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic to all students, staff, faculty and families on September 10, 2021, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at McMillan Hall, main floor of the W.A.
Three Oaks star Emily McKenna brings added dimension to UPEI Women’s Rugby
The Three Oaks Senior High Female Athlete of the Year—Emily McKenna—is joining the UPEI Panthers. And she’s doing it as a rugby player.
After going through possible scenarios, McKenna—a three-sport athlete with the Three Oaks Axewomen—ultimately decided to pursue rugby at the next level, citing her love of the sport as the deciding factor.
“Just about everything about the sport piques my interest,” McKenna said. “The intensity is one of my favourite parts. I play every sport with a high intensity level, but sometimes you don’t get the same level in return.”
Teaching Matters! Kick-off event: Manifesto for the Future: My Hopes for the Post-Pandemic University
This virtual keynote occurred on Sept. 7, 2021 and the recording is now available.
View the slides from the keynote
View slides from the presentation
Keynote: Manifesto for the Future: My Hopes for the Post-Pandemic University with Brenna Clarke Gray.
2021 Volunteer Fair
The UPEI Experiential Education Department will be holding its annual Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 from 10:00 am–2:00 pm in McMillan Hall in the W. A. Murphy Student Centre.
The Volunteer Fair invites students to meet with organizations to learn about volunteer opportunities in our community. This event is FREE for students to attend. The event will be in-person and will follow all appropriate and applicable COVID-19 protocols.
Digital Presence Workshop (virtual workshop)
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
1:00–2:30 pm
An online workshop where UPEI students can do a guided check-in on their online presence through the lens of their career goals.
Conflict Resolution Workshop (virtual workshop)
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
11:00 am–12:30 pm
An online workshop where UPEI students can reflect on how they manage conflict and learn strategies for conflict resolution. This is an important employment skill valued by employers.
Interpersonal Communication Workshop (virtual workshop)
Thursday, September 23, 2021
11:00 am–12:30 pm
An online workshop where UPEI students can learn about how communication works and get tips on how to communicate more effectively.
Interview Skills Workshop (virtual workshop)
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
1:00–2:30 pm
Join us for an informative session and learn some tips and tricks that will help you master your next interview.