Devon Lawlor and Kaleb Pearson named UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week
Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes student-athletes for their achievements and contributions to their respective sports. The UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week for November 25–December 1, 2024, are Devon Lawlor (women’s basketball) and Kaleb Pearson (men’s hockey).
Lawlor, a fourth-year business student from Mill Cove, PEI, made several key plays in the 73-71 win over the University of New Brunswick Reds on November 29. She finished with 12 points on 5-of-8 shooting (2-of-3 from three) with three assists.
December 3 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3 seeks to increase awareness of the experience of persons with disabilities in all areas of society, including at UPEI. Individuals within the UPEI campus community are affected by various disabilities, which can be visible or invisible. They are experienced differently by each person and can intersect with other forms of identity. UPEI is committed to making a difference to all who are historically underrepresented and underserved, and aims to recognize, include, and support them.
UPEI to recognize the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
The UPEI Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering (FSDE) will host a candlelight vigil on Friday, December 6, at 10:00 am, at the Academic Staircase in the FDSE building in recognition of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
UPEI and Holland College host third joint interprofessional simulation
An interprofessional simulation involving UPEI nursing students and Holland College paramedicine students took place on November 18, 2024, at the UPEI Faculty of Nursing in the Health Sciences Building.
Message from the President: End-of-Semester Update
The following message was also distributed by email to UPEI students, faculty, and staff on December 2, 2024.
Dear UPEI Community,
Happy December! A lot has been happening at UPEI—too much to recount in just one message. I hope that you are easing into the winter break and the many festivals of lights that will brighten the winter, and everyone has a chance to reflect on the many achievements and experiences we have had over the fall term.
UPEI MBA in Global Leadership Program Virtual Information Session
UPEI's McDougall Faculty of Business is holding online information sessions for the Master of Business Administration in Global Leadership (MBA-GL) program.
April 29, 2025
6:00 pm Atlantic Time
This session will offer attendees the opportunity to learn more about the program and application process, have any questions answered, and meet with staff from the McDougall Faculty of Business.
Afternoon of Service at the Mount: Snowflake and Holiday Crafting
Do you want to celebrate the holidays in a fun and meaningful way? Then join us for a special holiday volunteer opportunity with The Mount Continuing Care Community.
The Mount Continuing Care Community is a wonderful place that provides quality care and support for seniors. They are all about creating a warm and friendly environment for their residents and guests.
Music of Tomorrow: A Directed Studies Recital
Music of Tomorrow is a lecture recital presented by Jacob Reddin, trombone, in collaboration with Frances McBurnie, piano, to showcase their directed studies research project at UPEI's Faculty of Arts' Department of Music. Come and hear the stories, experiences, and music of young composers who are actively pursuing and maintaining careers in the world of contemporary classical composition.
Faculty of Arts Celebration of Students' Work
Everyone (students, faculty and staff, general public) is invited to the following events to view and celebrate the work of undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts. Feel free to drop in to any or all of the following events on Friday, December 6:
Curiosity Fair, W.A. Murphy Student Centre
101 UPEI student-athletes achieve U SPORTS Academic All-Canadian status
The University of Prince Edward Island congratulates the 101 student-athletes who earned U SPORTS Academic All-Canadian (AAC) status for the 2023–2024 season. This number represents 52 per cent of UPEI’s 194 varsity student-athletes.
