Atlantic Veterinary College Alumni Reception - APVC
The AVC Dean’s Office will host an alumni reception during the Atlantic Provinces Veterinary Conference on Saturday, April 20 from 6-7:30 pm, at the Hotel Halifax. AVC alumni are invited to attend and enjoy good food and conversation while learning about the exciting things the AVC is planning for the future.
Please RSVP by emailing Apryl Munro at apmunro@upei.ca.
Atlantic Veterinary College | White Coat Ceremony and Awards Night
The Atlantic Veterinary College will host its 2024 White Coat Ceremony and Awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 14, at 2 p.m. at the Performing Arts Centre at the University of Prince Edward Island. This annual event celebrates graduates of the doctor of veterinary medicine program.
UPEI Board of Governors approves balanced operating budget with focus on student and employee supports
On April 2, the UPEI Board of Governors approved a balanced operating budget of just under $183 million dollars for the 2024–2025 fiscal year, representing growth of almost 12 per cent in both revenues and expenses. The University is making substantial investments in employees, particularly those involved with providing frontline services to students, staff, and faculty. Salary and benefits for faculty and staff comprise 73 per cent of expenses in the 2024–2025 budget.
Tips for viewing the eclipse safely from the UPEI Office of Health, Safety, and Environment
On Monday, April 8, 2024, the much anticipated total solar eclipse will be visible from parts of PEI. The western part of the province will experience a total solar eclipse while central and eastern locations will experience a partial solar eclipse. The moon will start to block the sun's light in O’Leary just before 3:27 pm and in Souris only about two and a half minutes later. Totality will spread across western PEI shortly after 4:30 pm.
New poetry book by Dr. Brent MacLaine to be launched on April 24
Dr. Brent MacLaine will launch a new poetry book called A Skeptic in Springtime on April 24, 2024, at 7 pm, in the Faculty Lounge (Room 201), SDU Main Building, University of Prince Edward Island.
UPEI business student wins Frank H. Sobey Award for Excellence in Business Studies
Samuel Harding, a third-year Bachelor of Business Administration student at the University of Prince Edward Island, has won a prestigious Frank H. Sobey Award for Excellence in Business Studies valued at $45,000.
The Frank H. Sobey Awards for Excellence in Business Studies are awarded each year to up to eight undergraduate business students attending an Atlantic Canadian university who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in business and dedication to extracurricular, community, and entrepreneurial activities.
UPEI Budget Update 2024–2025
The University’s operating budget will be presented to the UPEI Board of Governors for approval at their April 2 meeting.
Dr. Greg Keefe, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor, invites faculty, staff, and students to join him for the UPEI Budget Update 2024–2025 on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, in the Alex H. MacKinnon Auditorium, Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Room 242 at 3:30 pm.
For those who cannot attend in person, below is a Zoom link:
Time to Write Retreat
A Time to Write retreat will be offered from Tuesday, June 4, to Friday, June 7, 2024, at the North Rustico Cottages in North Rustico.
Coffee Break Conversations: Transcripts and Closed Captions
Our Coffee Break Conversation will be hosted by Kristy McKinney, Instructional Multimedia Specialist, and Keltie MacPhail, Community History Librarian. Bring your favourite morning beverage and join us in the TLC.
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 1:00-4:00 pm. We can provide advice about job searching, resume and cover letter writing, and other work-related questions.
