Gina' Matimg: A Time For Learning - Film Screening
Following her award-winning film Ice Walk, Abegweit's Eliza Knockwood is back with another cinematic experience. In her docuseries Gina' matimg: A Time For Learning viewers will follow four youths from Epekwitk who are tasked with seeking knowledge that will assist them in a 24-hour survival challenge. What will the Elders and allies teach them, and will it be enough to survive the challenge? Who will make it to the end?
All are welcome, and light refreshments are provided.
Gina' mating: A Time of Learning
Following her award-winning film Ice Walk, Abegweit's Eliza Knockwood is back with another cinematic experience. In her docuseries, Gina' matimg: A Time of Learning, viewers will follow four youths from Epekwitk who are tasked with seeking knowledge that will assist them in a 24-hour survival challenge. What will the elders and allies teach them, and will it be enough to survive the challenge? Who will make it to the end? All are welcome, and light refreshments are provided.
English Corner
Are you a student at UPEI who speaks English as an Additional Language (EAL) with questions about…
- pronunciation?
- spelling/grammar?
- vocabulary?
- reading comprehension?
We have great news! The English Corner is for you! We provide language support and practice for any EAL student at UPEI. No appointment isneeded; just drop in with your questions. We’re in the Robertson LIbrary, Room 213, from 9 am to 12 pm on Thursdays.
Resume Writing Workshop
Are you unsure of how to write an effective resume? Maybe you've been applying for jobs but not hearing back from employers? Join Experiential Education staff for a one-hour workshop with advice and tips on how to best communicate your skills and experience to an employer.
This workshop will take place in a computer lab, so students can start or update an electronic copy of their resume during the workshop.
New dean holds reception to meet members of the AVC community
Dr. Dominique Griffon, the new dean of the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), hosted a well-attended reception in AVC's McCain Learning Commons on January 29. This marked the first time she met with faculty, staff, and students since taking on her new position earlier in the month.
International Women's Day
March 8 is International Women's Day. It’s a global day to recognize and celebrate women’s and girls’ social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. It’s also a time to raise awareness of the progress made towards achieving gender equality and the work remaining to be done.
Join us on March 8, 2024, for International Women’s Day under the theme Invest in women: Accelerate progress, and take a stand with us using the hashtag #InvestInWomen.
Message from the Interim President: Winter Semester Update
The following message was also distributed to faculty, staff, and students by email on February 6, 2024.
Dear Members of the University Community,
I would like to begin by expressing gratitude to those in Facilities Management, IT Systems and Services, Residence Services, the Atlantic Veterinary College, and other areas, who have been tirelessly and, in some cases, working around the clock throughout the storm to keep campus safe and necessary operations running.
UPEI Panthers this Week (February 5–11, 2024)
The UPEI Panthers are looking forward to a full week of hockey, basketball, and curling at home and away.
Presentation: Innovative Governance Structures to Support Indigenous Economic Growth,
The UPEI campus community and members of the public are invited to attend a presentation on a recent study, Innovative Governance Structures to Support Indigenous Economic Growth, on Thursday, February 8, 2024, from 5:30–6:30 pm in the Kelley Memorial Building, Room 237.
Lauren Rainford and Jonah Capriotti named UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week
Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes two student-athletes for their achievements and contributions to their respective sports. The UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week for January 29–February 5, 2024, are Lauren Rainford (women’s basketball) and Jonah Capriotti (men’s hockey).
Rainford is an education student from Toronto, Ontario. She filled the stat sheet in the Panthers’ February 3 win over the Dalhousie University Tigers. The fourth-year guard scored a game-high 20 points with seven rebounds, five assists, four blocks, and two steals.
