UPEI’s UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability and the UPEI Climate Research Lab will co-host a public forum on climate change adaptations and islands. The forum begins at 7 pm on Thursday, September 22 in the Florence Simmons Performance Hall on the Prince of Wales Campus of Holland College. Information gathered at the forum will be become part of a statement delivered at the 22nd session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 22) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change this November in Morocco. Dr. Godfrey Baldacchino, co-holder of the UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability, will prime the forum by presenting a summary of a two-day international symposium on small island resilience to climate change. The symposium brings together 15 people from around the world to discuss how residents of small islands and coastal jurisdictions can build on their strengths and resourcefulness to respond to the consequences of climate change. The focus is on four areas: food security, renewable energy, innovation, and cultural heritage. Hosted by the UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability and the UPEI Climate Research Lab, the symposium is funded in part by ACOA and the Province of Prince Edward Island. Admission to the public forum is free and everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact iis@upei.ca or 902-894-2881.

Now in its sixth year, the UPEI Multicultural Choir and Song Circle invites all members of the UPEI community (students, staff, faculty) to its first session of the new term, Tuesday, September 20. This is a non-audition singing group, that shares songs from many cultures found within and outside Canada (e.g., Celtic, Nigerian, Ukrainian,  Kenyan, Finnish, Maltese, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, French and many more). Bring your voice and if you would like, bring a song to suggest or share in a relaxed and fun setting. The group aims to provide a great break from the usual routine, while bringing people together from many backgrounds, singing together in harmony and in one voice. We welcome special guest, Jorge Peña Acosta, a professional singer/guitarist from Cuba, who will perform and share songs during our first session. When: 4:30-5:30 pm every Tuesday, beginning September 20, 2016 Location: Basement of the Robertson Library building.  There is a stairway off the concourse--do not go into the library itself--just go down the stairs, turn left, and you are there. The location is also accessible via an elevator. For further information contact Annabel Cohen at acohen@upei.ca or 902-628-4325, or Hailey Arsenault at airs@upei.ca or 902-566-6023. All are welcome!  We look forward to seeing you.

Now in its sixth year, the UPEI Multicultural Choir and Song Circle invites all members of the UPEI community (students, staff, faculty) to this non-audition singing group's weekly gathering that shares songs from many cultures found within and outside Canada (e.g., Celtic, Nigerian, Ukrainian,  Kenyan, Finnish, Maltese, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, French and many more). Bring your voice and if you would like, bring a song to suggest or share in a relaxed and fun setting. The group aims to provide a great break from the usual routine, while bringing people together from many backgrounds, singing together in harmony and in one voice. When: 4:30-5:30 pm every Tuesday, beginning September 20, 2016 Location: Basement of the Robertson Library building.  There is a stairway off the concourse--do not go into the library itself--just go down the stairs, turn left, and you are there. The location is also accessible via an elevator. For further information contact Annabel Cohen at acohen@upei.ca or 902-628-4325, or Hailey Arsenault at airs@upei.ca or 902-566-6023. All are welcome!  We look forward to seeing you.

The Celebration of Student Success (formerly Deans’ Honours Night) for the faculties of Arts and Science will be held on Monday, October 3 at 7:00 pm in the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre. At this prestigious event, students who are on the Dean’s List for the 2015-16 Academic Year will be presented with a certificate recognizing their accomplishments.   

Please join us for our first "Theology on Tap," for 2016-17 presented by the Saint Dunstan's University Institute for Christianity and Culture.  Dr. Peter Koritansky will speak on "Is there a Catholic Political Philosophy?"  ToT takes place at The Pourhouse above the Old Triangle Pub, 189 Great George Street. Doors open at 6:30 with the talk to begin at 7 pm.  We look forward to seeing you there!

The Atlantic Veterinary College will recognize the academic achievements of its students and faculty at the College’s annual Fall Awards and Recognition Night on Wednesday, October 5. During the event, students who achieved 80 per cent or higher in the previous academic year will be presented with Dean’s Honours certificates, and over 80 prizes will be given out to students and faculty. 

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UPEI is hosting a federal government Financial Officer / Internal Auditor Recruitment and Development Program information session on Wednesday, September 28. Every fall, the FORD/IARD Program recruits top graduates to join the federal public service in challenging, rewarding careers as financial officers and internal auditors. We recruit fourth year students and recent graduates who are committed to obtaining a professional accounting designation or certified internal auditor designation. There is a specific emphasis on recruiting new business grads of aboriginal background. What does the program have to offer you? Meaningful work that makes a difference to Canadians Professional development opportunities and mentoring Reimbursement of costs related to completing a professional accounting designation or a certified internal auditor designation Paid study leave Rotating work assignments which align with CPA Practical Experience Requirements (FORD Program) Promotional element integrated into the Program Medical, dental and pension benefits as well as a competitive salary Work-life balance, flexible work arrangements and leave benefits We will be filling approximately 60 positions, mainly in the National Capital Region, and positions will be available as of April 2017. On-line applications will be accepted from September 21 to October 13, 2016. To apply, please visit the following website: www.jobs.gc.ca and look under the “Graduates” tab and select the Post-Secondary Recruitment (PSR) option. From there you will be able to select the FORD and IARD Program posters.

Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine will be on the UPEI campus to deliver information about the process of apply to their medical school. Any student who has ever considered a career in medicine should attend and learn more about what is required in the application process. Students from all faculties and year levels are encouraged to attend.

New students, current students, as well as recently graduated students, who have children, as well as staff and faculty at UPEI who have kids are invited to bring their children to the UPEI Family Friendly event. Pregnant students are also welcome to attend! This is a great opportunity for students who are caregivers to children to network with each other, staff and faculty members, and learn the support systems available to them and ask questions to other students who are also parenting! There will be a "hunt" at noon (like an easter egg hunt), and Pride will be coming from 1:00 - 3:00 pm, (you can take pictures with Pride), we'll also be showing a movie and will have crafts and snacks.