Campus Notices
Notice from Facilities Management
Troy Life & Fire Safety is performing the annual fire alarm inspections throughout campus. As part of these inspections, there will be testing of alarms. There will be an audible notification stating that "this is a test" at the beginning and completion of testing. The building occupants are not required to evacuate during the testing period. The ringing of alarms is required to test their function and to ensure the speakers work throughout the building. This will be a small portion (up to 2 hours) of the total time they are in the building.
Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre – June 22
Cass Science Hall – June 22
Don and Marion McDougall Hall – June 23
SDU Main Building – June 24
Dalton Hall – June 28
Memorial Hall – June 28
Steel Building – June 29
Duffy Science Centre – June 29 and June 30
Central Utility Building – July 4 and July 5
Robertson Library - July 5 and July 6
Kelley Memorial Building – July 6
Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering – July 7
Atlantic Veterinary College – August 15 - 19
Bill and Denise Andrew Hall – August 22 and 23
Bernardine Hall – August 24
Blanchard Hall – August 25
Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall – August 26
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jackie MacPhail at jmacphail@upei.ca or 902-566-6034.
The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering is interviewing two candidates for a tenure-track position in Engineering Design. Each candidate is invited to provide a public presentation, and everyone is welcome to attend. Dr. Scott Flemming will present on August 11, 2022, at 9:30 am, and Dr. Stephanie Roth on August 12, at 10 am, both in FSDE 205.
Below is information regarding their respective presentations:
Dr. Scott Flemming (9:30 am August 11, 2022, FSDE 205)
A robust problem definition is crucial to creating sustainable engineering designs. Poorly defined projects, of course, often result in a significant waste of many kinds of resources. In addition, stakeholder and client needs must be well considered when defining a problem: poor attention to these requirements often results in solutions that simply do not work for clients, and even solutions that work against client needs and desires. While the literature suggests problem definition is extremely important, it is also evident that there are too few supports to help designers and design teams define problems well. In this talk, Dr. Flemming discusses ways of describing problems in general (in terms of goals, constraints, variables, and strategies), tools that can be used to explore problem spaces and client needs, and a method of categorizing design spaces that can aid problem recognition (The Universe of Problems Approach). The author argues that if such supports are used, engineers will design more sustainable solutions in terms of both resource waste and the fulfilling of stakeholder needs. This talk will include the description of a study which was designed to assess the efficacy of the Universe of Problems Approach. Results of this study suggest that when novices (second-year students) are presented with opportunities to explore key problems in their field, their problem definition ability is comparable to that of the more senior years (fourth- and fifth-year students). Without exploration of these key models, novices perform statistically worse in a problem definition task than their upper-year counterparts.
Dr. Stephanie Roth (10:00 am August 12, 2022, FSDE 205)
Engineering design and development of a gaseous pollution control device (GPCD); with emphasis on sustainability and human health implications.
Ambient air pollution is a worldwide problem on a scale such that air pollution is now a leading cause of human morbidity and mortality. Pollution is not limited to the outdoor environment, but infiltrates inside impacting the air where people live and work.
One gaseous pollutant, nitrogen oxides (NOx), is selected as a focal point. To establish its merit, research examined NOx’s influence on sustainability and human health. Findings establish NOx as an encompassing indicator for global sustainability and a metric for gauging progress towards decarbonization. Additionally, a review of health literature indicated an astounding number and variety of negative health impacts resulting from ambient NOx exposure, with risks of mental health effects exceeding physical impacts. The identification of sustainability and human health implications of ambient NOx clearly establishes a need to reduce ambient levels worldwide.
Indoor air quality can be improved through numerous avenues, but no current methods or technologies are capable of removing ambient NOx in a safe, sustainable fashion. Photocatalytic removal is potentially effective in removing NOx, and a patented photocatalyst offers solutions to the barriers that have prevented effective NOx removal with existing technologies. Engineering design was undertaken to develop a Gaseous Pollution Control Device (GPCD) prototype, including the importance of sustainability considerations throughout the design process. The final prototype design has been patented and rigorously tested in the lab. Commercial versions of the GPCD units were professionally manufactured. These units were then validated in industrial pilot tests that confirmed the real-world efficacy of the GPCD in removing ambient NOx, and other gaseous pollutants. Implementing the GPCD for indoor ambient air purification will safely and effectively reduce indoor pollutant concentrations and enhance health for individuals in the local environment.
Study & Stay PEI Student applications are now open! All final semester/year international students from the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and Collège de l'Île are welcome to apply.
The goal of Study and Stay PEI Program is to support a group of select final semester/year international students to live, work, and stay in Prince Edward Island post-graduation. To view more details and learn how to apply, visit http://studypei.ca/.
Student applications close on September 2 at 11:59 pm (Atlantic Daylight Time). Please help us share with your network. Thank you!
Please contact us at studyandstaypei@upei.ca if you have any questions.
The deadline for Animal Care Protocol Submissions (new, renewal, or amendment) is Friday, September 2, for the September meeting.
Please note that as of June 1, 2020, all animal user protocols must be submitted through UPEI Researcher Portal at https://upei.researchservicesoffice.com/Romeo.Researcher/
For new protocols, select "applications" and for renewal or amendment protocols, select "events."
UPEI ACC SOPs and Codes of Practice can be accessed through myUPEI at https://portal.upei.ca/facultystaff/administrativeservices/AVCAnimalCare/Pages/default.aspx.
Those protocols received after the deadline will be reviewed the following month. The Committee requires at least one month for processing applications.
Note: All investigators are reminded that any deviations in animal use, including unexpected mortality, must be reported to the ACC and University Veterinarian Jonathan Spears at 902-620-5026.
The Department of Physics is pleased to announce the return of public telescope viewings for the first time since the pandemic started.
We will be setting up our solar telescopes outside the entrance to FSDE every Thursday at noon in August (weather permitting). These events will feature the debut of our new "Sunspotter" telescope that projects a white light image of the sun, plus our old faithful hydrogen-alpha telescope that lets us view the solar atmosphere in red light.
Find more information, visit https://projects.upei.ca/astronomy/
If there are any clouds on the day of the viewing, check our website for updates in case of cancellation.
The Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning at the University of Calgary recently developed resources to support Indigenous pedagogy and course design. These Creative Commons materials can be found as part of the Academic Instructional Skills Program—Introduction to Course (Re) Design
Overview: The Certificate in Customer and Client Service is designed to give the knowledge, skills, and tools for individuals to improve customer and client service within their organization. Not only are the benefits of improved customer and client service positive feelings and loyalty, but it also improves the workplace morale, which in turn leads to better production and results.
At the end of this certificate, participants will be able to elevate customer and client service both internally and externally within their organization, turn customer and client service failures into learning opportunities—which will lead to positives—and create a culture that will make great customer and client service consistent and a priority among all members of an organization.
Designed for: All people involved with customer and client service, both in a retail and a multi-level organizational sense. Especially relevant for all executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals who deal with other people within their workplace.
Type of Delivery: In-person.
Duration: One course for a total of six (6) hours.
Facilitator: Tracy Stretch
For More Information: https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/customer-and-client-service
Study & Stay PEI Student Applications are now open! All final semester/year international students from the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and Collège de l'Île are welcome to apply.
The goal of Study and Stay PEI Program is to support a group of select final semester/year international students to live, work, and stay in Prince Edward Island post-graduation. To view more details and learn how to apply, visit http://studypei.ca/.
Student applications close on September 2 at 11:59 pm (Atlantic Daylight Time). Please help us share with your network. Thank you!
Please contact us at studyandstaypei@upei.ca if you have any questions.
The deadline for Animal Care Protocol Submissions (new, renewal, or amendment) is Friday, September 2, for the September meeting.
Please note that as of June 1, 2020, all animal user protocols must be submitted through UPEI Researcher Portal at https://upei.researchservicesoffice.com/Romeo.Researcher/
For new protocols, select "applications" and for renewal or amendment protocols, select "events."
UPEI ACC SOPs and Codes of Practice can be accessed through myUPEI at https://portal.upei.ca/facultystaff/administrativeservices/AVCAnimalCare/Pages/default.aspx.
Those protocols received after the deadline will be reviewed the following month. The Committee requires at least one month for processing applications.
Note: All investigators are reminded that any deviations in animal use, including unexpected mortality, must be reported to the ACC and University Veterinarian Jonathan Spears at 902-620-5026.
This university-level orientation is meant for all newly hired faculty of all ranks and tracks. This event complements the orientation sessions organized by Human Resources and any orientation programming offered by your unit. Our event will feature a large cast of senior administrators, colleagues from a variety of teaching, research, and support units as well as the UPEIFA, our faculty union. In addition to welcoming remarks and a review of key university policies, New Faculty Orientation sessions will include background information and tips to support faculty and student success to help your transition to UPEI be as smooth as possible. Mark your calendar for the afternoons of Monday, August 29, and Tuesday, August 30, from 1:00 to 4:30, and join us in the Teaching and Learning Centre - Robertson Library Annex, Room 230.
DYKT you can customize the text reply message to a phone call on iPhone?
Step 1: On your iPhone, go to Settings > Phone > Respond with Text.
Step 2: You’ll see three formatted quick responses--those are there by default.
Step 3: Click on one of the auto messages and edit. You can edit all three. For example, you can set up a custom out-of-office reply on your cell phone.
Overview: Does your business or organization need social media marketing but don’t know where to start? The Certificate in Social Media Marketing will teach participants the skills needed to successfully manage social media campaigns and create a space to ask as many questions as needed. This interactive certificate strives to give the tools needed for participants to confidently manage social media channels with a confident brand voice. This course will focus on:
- Identifying needs within social media platforms
- Creating a unique brand voice
- Creating a plan that incorporates brand voice
- Assistance in the creation of a social media/marketing plan
- Assistance in the creation of content
This course is spread out over a three-day period strategically to give time to create content and have real-time feedback from the facilitator and other participants.
Designed for: Anybody who operates the social media platforms of a business or organization, and is looking to grow their ability to market through social media
Type of Delivery: Virtual
Duration: One course for nine (9) hours over three (3) days
Facilitator: Jenny Richard
Cost: $599
For more information, go to https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/certificate-in-social-media-marketing
Want to join a nationally recognized and extremely rewarding committee at UPEI? WUSC stands for the World University Services of Canada, a non-profit organization working in over 70 campuses across Canada.
While WUSC offers a variety of programs, UPEI's WUSC committee has focused largely on the Student Refugee Program (SRP). The SRP program involves supporting a student from a refugee camp as they settle in Canada for their post-secondary education. The students are no longer considered refugees in Canada as they receive permanent residency upon arrival. This is unlike any other program in the world. The WUSC SRP committee supports the student's transition to Canada and to UPEI--financially, socially, academically, etc. We also promote education on campus about refugee issues. It's a great organization and group to be a part of.
We are currently seeking staff members or faculty to sit on our executive committee. If interested, please contact nmourad@upei.ca or rgreathouse@upei.ca. The committee will also host an information session this month,
Here are some links to learn more about WUSC and the Student Refugee Program (SRP):
On Wednesday, August 10, ITSS will conduct routine maintenance on the myUPEI portal and related services from 8 pm to 12 midnight. During this time, there may be intermittent access to, and performance issues with, myUPEI, Self-Service, Colleague, and apply.upei.ca sites.
We encourage students, faculty, and staff who may need documents or links located on myUPEI to plan ahead and bookmark or download the resources they may need during this period.
As a reminder, you can access Moodle directly using https://moodle.upei.ca and Outlook email directly using https://outlook.office.com.
If you have any questions, please contact the ITSS Help Desk at 902-566-0465.
The deadline for Animal Care Protocol Submissions (new, renewal, or amendment) is Friday, September 2, for the September meeting.
Please note that as of June 1, 2020, all animal user protocols must be submitted through UPEI Researcher Portal at https://upei.researchservicesoffice.com/Romeo.Researcher/
For new protocols, select "applications" and for renewal or amendment protocols, select "events."
UPEI ACC SOPs and Codes of Practice can be accessed through myUPEI at https://portal.upei.ca/facultystaff/administrativeservices/AVCAnimalCare/Pages/default.aspx.
Those protocols received after the deadline will be reviewed the following month. The Committee requires at least one month for processing applications.
Note: All investigators are reminded that any deviations in animal use, including unexpected mortality, must be reported to the ACC and University Veterinarian Jonathan Spears at 902-620-5026.
Please visit the UPEI Security web page and select “Buy a staff or faculty parking pass” or click on the link below. Permits with no expiry date, Lots B, C, and reserved spaces, must be renewed yearly as well. All permit holders will be reassigned to their current lot/space. New employees will be assigned to the general lots.
Note: This app will not work with Internet Explorer. All fields with a RED asterisk must be filled, including office phone number and if you have an electric vehicle.
If you have a student in your household who is starting in September and has their own vehicle, remember to include the vehicle information, their name, and ID number on the application. If you are in a gated lot and you have a student that will be using your vehicle to come and go during the work day, please include their information on the application as an additional driver.
If you would like to be added to the waiting list for a designated lot or wish to change lots, please email Parking@upei.ca with the following information. (Note: If you are already on the waiting list, there is no need to resubmit.) When you are on the waiting list, you will be reassigned to your current lot until a spot opens in your requested location.
Employee ID #:
Name (last, first):
Contact Email:
Phone Number:
Current lot
Requested lot:
Please direct any questions or information changes to parking@upei.ca
If you currently use Collaborate for teaching, you may not be aware that there have been a significant number of improvements and additions. Join the E-Learning Office for a tour of these new features and see just how hard Blackboard has been working to upgrade their web conferencing and video recording application. This free webinar will be offered on August 18 from 10:00 to 11:00 am. REGISTER
This university-level orientation is meant for all newly hired faculty of all ranks and tracks. This event complements the orientation sessions organized by Human Resources and any orientation programming offered by your unit. Our event will feature a large cast of senior administrators, colleagues from a variety of teaching, research, and support units as well as the UPEIFA, our faculty union. In addition to welcoming remarks and a review of key university policies, New Faculty Orientation sessions will include background information and tips to support faculty and student success to help your transition to UPEI be as smooth as possible. Mark your calendar for the afternoons of Monday, August 29, and Tuesday, August 30, from 1:00 to 4:30, and join us in the Teaching and Learning Centre - Robertson Library Annex, Room 230.
The Department of Physics is pleased to announce the return of public telescope viewings for the first time since the pandemic started.
We will be setting up our solar telescopes outside the entrance to FSDE every Thursday at noon in August (weather permitting). These events will feature the debut of our new "Sunspotter" telescope that projects a white light image of the sun, plus our old faithful hydrogen-alpha telescope that lets us view the solar atmosphere in red light.
Find more information, visit https://projects.upei.ca/astronomy/
If there are any clouds on the day of the viewing, check our website for updates in case of cancellation.
The deadline for Fall 2022 Tuition Waivers is Friday, August 19, 2022. We encourage you to have your tuition waiver submitted as soon as possible to assist in the timely processing. Tuition Waiver forms must be submitted electronically.
Online Employee and Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver fillable forms can be found on the main page of MyUPEI under UPEI Forms.
If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at: (902) 566-0514 or hrgeneral@upei.ca.
