UPEI honours 2024 Founders during ceremony on December 18
The University of Prince Edward Island held its 23rd Recognition of Founders ceremony on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in the UPEI Performing Arts Centre and Residence building.
This award acknowledges those who have contributed to the University in a significant way and to honour the many contributions, commitments, and sacrifices that have brought higher education in PEI to where it is today.
Piano recital by Heather Taves: Beethoven Sonata Journey
UPEI’s Department of Music kicks off its winter concert series with a piano recital featuring Heather Taves, whose Beethoven Sonata Journey is remarkable and moving. First and foremost, she is a stunning pianist, bringing her formidable technique to these great works. But she is also a brilliant thinker, and in her spoken introductions to each sonata, she illuminates the complex relationships that connect Beethoven and his world, the instrument, the audience and its world, and Heather herself.
Jed Davies named new head coach of the UPEI Soccer Panthers
The University of Prince Edward Island is excited to welcome Jed Davies as the new head coach of the women’s and men’s soccer teams.
Atlantic Veterinary College declares Santa’s reindeer fit to fly
The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) has officially given Santa’s reindeer the all-clear for their annual Christmas Eve journey around the globe. After giving all nine reindeer a comprehensive health check earlier this month, the team confirmed that they are in top physical condition and ready to guide Santa’s sleigh.
UPEI Board of Governors modifies tuition deposits for international students
The following information was also sent by email to students, staff, and faculty on December 17, 2024.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced in January 2024 that they were putting restrictions in place to reduce the number of new international undergraduate students entering Canada.
Celebrate our 2024 Founders on December 18
Dr. Wendy Rodgers, President and Vice-Chancellor, cordially invites you and your guests to attend the Recognition of Founders Ceremony on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, to honour this year's Founders: Vickie Johnston, Dr. Michael Liu, and the Saint Dunstan’s University Board of Governors.
UPEI athlete and coach nominated for Sport PEI Amateur Sport Awards
The Sport PEI Board of Directors has made its selections for the 51st annual Sport PEI Amateur Sport Awards, “Recognizing Excellence in Amateur Sport.” The event will be held on Thursday, December 19, at the Florence Simmons Performance Hall, Holland College, in Charlottetown.
UPEI Campus Food Bank to move to expanded location with dedicated coordinator in the new year
The UPEI Campus Food Bank is relocating to the W.A. Murphy Student Centre over the usual holiday break with improved facilities and more resources to serve those in need better. The Campus Food Bank will reopen in its new location on January 8, 2025. Please see the list of local resources, below, that can offer support during the transition.
There are several reasons behind the move, all positive!
Rewind Trivia with Owen Shaw
Join us for 2024 "Rewind" Trivia with Owen Shaw!
7:00–10:00 pm
Fox & Crow
W. A. Murphy Student Centre
UPEI PhD candidate awarded funding for innovative breast cancer research
Adnan Bhayo, a PhD candidate in Molecular and Macromolecular Sciences at the University of Prince Edward Island, is conducting breast cancer research with support from the Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute (BHCRI).
