"I've met so many people that made adjusting to life in a new country easy."
What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to study here?
I knew I wanted to study actuarial science, and my research found that UPEI is one of only 14 universities in Canada with an actuarial science program. I'm originally from Savanne, Mauritius and what made UPEI stand out for me was how calm and cozy it seemed. I also spoke with a few friends, and they told me how nice the place was, so I decided to go for it.
"The quality and transferability of this program is integral for a more sustainable future."
What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to study here?
I've have had a long-standing interest in environmental sustainability and climate change adaptation, and an engineering degree felt like the natural starting point in being part of the greater solution to these global issues. UPEI had a relatively new full-degree program established while I was still in high school, which seemed to align with my personal values. I also have a very close relationship with my family. As I grew up on PEI, at the end of high school I did not feel quite ready to move too far from them.
UPEI Field Hockey team to compete in U SPORTS National Invitational Championship in 2024
UPEI Athletics and Recreation is pleased to announce that its field hockey team will now have the opportunity to compete in the Field Hockey Canada U SPORTS National Invitational Championship.
“We’re excited to see our team compete at the national level and showcase the talent we have at UPEI,” said Jane Vessey, UPEI’s Director of Athletics and Recreation. “It’s truly a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved.”
Grant Thornton Virtual Fall Recruit Kick-off (Atlantic Canada)
Exciting news! Grant Thornton (GT) will be hosting a Virtual Fall Recruit Kick-Off for all of Atlantic Canada where you will gain insights into life at GT, your CPA journey with GT, who they're looking for, and their recruitment process! This event is tailored for accounting students and new graduates in Atlantic Canada.
UPEI Men’s Hockey Panthers recruit PEI native Zach Biggar
For athletes, few feelings are more comforting than looking up in the stands and seeing loved ones cheering you on.
Zach Biggar will experience plenty of that, as the Portage, PEI native has decided to return home to play for the UPEI Men’s Hockey Panthers.
Growing up, Biggar spent countless hours cheering on his hometown team and envisioning the day he would take to the ice as one of them. That dream is now a reality, and Biggar couldn’t be more excited to play in front of family and friends who have supported him throughout his hockey journey.
UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers to play four games in Europe
The UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers are heading to Europe to play four games in three countries from August 19–30, 2024.
The team will play their first game against HYC in Leuven, Belgium, on August 23. Their second game will be against the Bergish Raptors in Geleen, Netherlands, on August 24, and their third and fourth games against the Icelandic National Team in Reykajavik, Iceland, on August 28 and 29.
2024 Shannon K. Murray Lecture on Hope and the Academy to take place at UPEI September 3
Dr. Jessica Riddell, professor of early modern literature at Bishop’s University, will give the second Shannon K. Murray Lecture on Hope and the Academy on September 3, at 11 am, in the Dr. Steel Recital Hall, Steel Building, UPEI. Her presentation is titled "The Times are Urgent: We must Slow Down. Building Hope Circuits for ourselves and in community."
In her presentation, Dr. Riddell will outline ten conceptual tools that help build hopeful systems where individuals and communities flourish.
UPEI health researchers seeking participants with cancer for exercise training program
Researchers from UPEI’s Active Living Lab are seeking people with cancer, or who have previously had cancer, to participate in a twice-weekly, 12-week exercise program.
“Exercise has tremendous physical and mental health benefits for cancer patients and survivors,” said Dr. Travis Saunders, professor and acting chair, UPEI Department of Applied Human Sciences. “We are very excited to be offering this program at UPEI this fall.”
UPEI Vice-President Academic and Research receives international award
Dr. Greg Naterer, Vice-President, Academic and Research, at UPEI, recently received an international award from the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA).
"I am in awe of our class—everyone wants their peers to succeed."
What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to study here?
I've wanted to be a veterinarian since I was little and never considered another career path. I have always wanted to attend AVC, but now that I am married and have children, I need to stay local as we have a farm in Nova Scotia, and relocating wasn't a practical option. I stay in PEI during the week and drive home to Martock each weekend to be with my husband and our three children, and that wouldn't be possible anywhere else.
