Dr. Daphne Gill will present a seminar called "Do you hear what I hear? Improving clinical relevance in the behavioural assessment of animal models" on Tuesday, November 18 at 3:30 pm in AVC Lecture Theatre C. Dr. Gill is a candidate for adjunct and graduate faculty status in the Department of Biomedical Sciences. She is currently working with Neurodyn Life Sciences Inc., as a Director of Operations and also a sessional lecturer in the Department of Biology. Everyone is welcome to attend.

The UPEI community was saddened to hear of the passing of Owen Sharkey, former psychology faculty member at SDU and UPEI. Owen passed away on Friday, November 7 at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. He was 92 years old. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Owen and his family lived in Saskatchewan before moving to PEI after the death of his father when Owen was six years old. He attended school in Morell and then attended SDU. While attending St. Dunstan’s, he had the highest aggregate academic score in the college for four years. After graduation, he entered St. Augustine’s Seminary in Toronto and was ordained a priest in 1948. After ordination, he was a family counselor in Halifax for several years, and furthered his education before taking the position of Professor of Psychology at St. Dunstan’s University, later UPEI, serving as the Head of the Psychology Department for several years before devoting his full time to teaching and research. Our sympathies are with all of his family and friends he leaves behind. At Owen's request, there will be no visitation or funeral service.

A representative from Nortons Jewellers will be at the UPEI Bookstore on Wednesday, November 12 and Thursday, November 13 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm taking orders and answering questions about grad rings.

UPEI Clarinet Professor, Karem J Simon is travelling to Houston this week with performances scheduled at Texas Southern University and the Houston High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. There he will be collaborating with TSU pianist Jane Perkyns in a program featuring the premier of Historias Y Danzas by James David, composition professor at Colorado State University. Dr. Perkyns has established an international reputation for her body of work as a collaborative pianist. This recital is also scheduled for performances in Canada at Mount Allison University on November 14, and at the Confederation Centre of the Arts Memorial Hall in Charlottetown on Sunday November 16 at 7:00 pm.

Retired UPEI professor and past Dean of Science at UPEI (1997-2006), Dr. Roger Gordon, will launch his first book—a memoir entitled Starting to Frame—on Friday, November 14, 6:30pm at The Haviland Club in Charlottetown. Dr. Gordon published a large number of scientific articles on biological control of insects during his academic career at Simon Fraser University, Memorial University, and UPEI. At UPEI, he chaired a research project on developing healthful products from blueberries and rosehips. But, the book that he has penned is a marked departure from his prior scientific endeavors. Starting to Frame speaks to Dr. Gordon's upbringing in post-war Sheffield, UK, and gives the reader insight into many of the stigmas of that era, including marital infidelity, divorce, and mental illness. Read more about the book and event here: http://ic.upei.ca/events/event/2014/11/10/special-event-book-launch-sta…

The UPEI community was saddened to hear of the passing of Owen Sharkey, former psychology faculty member at SDU and UPEI. Owen passed away on Friday, November 7 at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. He was 92 years old. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Owen and his family lived in Saskatchewan before moving to PEI after the death of his father when Owen was six years old. He attended school in Morell and then attended SDU. While attending St. Dunstan’s, he had the highest aggregate academic score in the college for four years. After graduation, he entered St. Augustine’s Seminary in Toronto and was ordained a priest in 1948. After ordination, he was a family counselor in Halifax for several years, and furthered his education before taking the position of Professor of Psychology at St. Dunstan’s University, later UPEI, serving as the Head of the Psychology Department for several years before devoting his full time to teaching and research. Our sympathies are with all of his family and friends he leaves behind. At Owen's request, there will be no visitation or funeral service.

A representative from Nortons Jewellers will be at the UPEI Bookstore on Wednesday, November 12 and Thursday, November 13 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm taking orders and answering questions about grad rings.

UPEI Clarinet Professor, Karem J Simon is travelling to Houston this week with performances scheduled at Texas Southern University and the Houston High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. There he will be collaborating with TSU pianist Jane Perkyns in a program featuring the premier of Historias Y Danzas by James David, composition professor at Colorado State University. Dr. Perkyns has established an international reputation for her body of work as a collaborative pianist. This recital is also scheduled for performances in Canada at Mount Allison University on November 14, and at the Confederation Centre of the Arts Memorial Hall in Charlottetown on Sunday November 16 at 7:00 pm.

Retired UPEI professor and past Dean of Science at UPEI (1997-2006), Dr. Roger Gordon, will launch his first book—a memoir entitled Starting to Frame—on Friday, November 14, 6:30pm at The Haviland Club in Charlottetown. Dr. Gordon published a large number of scientific articles on biological control of insects during his academic career at Simon Fraser University, Memorial University, and UPEI. At UPEI, he chaired a research project on developing healthful products from blueberries and rosehips. But, the book that he has penned is a marked departure from his prior scientific endeavors. Starting to Frame speaks to Dr. Gordon's upbringing in post-war Sheffield, UK, and gives the reader insight into many of the stigmas of that era, including marital infidelity, divorce, and mental illness. Read more about the book and event here: http://ic.upei.ca/events/event/2014/11/10/special-event-book-launch-sta…

Healthy Eating and Physical Activity to Reduce Stress - Stress management seminar for staff and faculty! Wednesday, November 12, 12:05-12:30 pm; followed by “Walk Your Stress Away” on the Sports Centre track, and Blood Pressure station! Light snacks provided—Feel free to bring your lunch! Need a break from your busy work day? A nursing student has created a “Relaxation Room” for staff and faculty in Main Room, Chaplaincy Centre, Friday, November 14, from 12:00-2:00 pm. Yoga mats and soothing music provided.

UPEI Security Services reminds the University community that the road that runs around the perimeter of campus is considered a provincial highway and is subject to the Highway Traffic Act. Of particular concern is that some roadway users are failing to stop at stop signs which are often adjacent to pedestrian crosswalks. Please come to a full stop at all stop signs to ensure both your safety and that of pedestrians. UPEI Security Police Officers patrol the Perimeter Road and may issue fines for traffic violations under the Highway Traffic Act, such as: using a cell phone while operating a vehicle, texting, not wearing a seatbelt, or speeding. Please keep our campus safe for everyone.

UPEI graduate students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend the annual Graduate Students' Association Social, hosted by the Graduate Students' Association on Monday, November 17 from 7:00-9:00 pm in McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre. There will be games, a photobooth, food and drinks, and a 50/50 draw. The annual faculty and staff awards will be announced during the event as well. For more information, email gsa@upei.ca.

There will be no mass at the Chaplaincy Centre on Sunday, November 9 at 6:00 pm. Daily masses next week include: Monday, November 10 at 12:30 pm (Father Charlie); Thursday, November 13 at 12:05 pm (Father Tom Rosica). Sunday masses at 6:00 pm will resume November 16.

The campus community is invited to a public presentation by Dr. Amy Hsiao, an associate professor in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Amy’s presentation is entitled: “Industrial Application of Materials Selection, Characterization, and Testing.” Amy is a candidate for a tenure-track faculty position in the School of Engineering. The presentation is scheduled for Thursday, November 13 at 2:00 pm in Room 106 in the Health Sciences Building. Everyone is welcome.

Please note that Central Printing will be closed on Wednesday, November 12. Please contact Wendy at whenderson@upei.ca or call 0558.

This is a notice regarding the hours of operation for Chartwells retail outlets for Monday, November 10: -The Courtyard Cafe in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre will be closed on Monday, November 10. It will re-open at 8:00 am on Wednesday, November 12. -Samuel's Cafe will close at 4:00 pm on Monday November 10. This location will resume regular hours of operation (8:00 am - 9:00 pm) on Wednesday, November 12. -There are no changes to the hours of operation for the AVC Cafeteria. Thank you, Chartwells Management

This is a notice regarding the hours of operation for Chartwells retail outlets for Monday, November 10: -The Courtyard Cafe in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre will be closed on Monday, November 10. It will re-open at 8:00 am on Wednesday, November 12. -Samuel's Cafe will close at 4:00 pm on Monday November 10. This location will resume regular hours of operation (8:00 am - 9:00 pm) on Wednesday, November 12. -There are no changes to the hours of operation for the AVC Cafeteria. Thank you, Chartwells Management

Healthy Eating and Physical Activity to Reduce Stress - Stress management seminar for staff and faculty! Wednesday, November 12, 12:05-12:30 pm; followed by “Walk Your Stress Away” on the Sports Centre track, and Blood Pressure station! Light snacks provided—Feel free to bring your lunch! Need a break from your busy work day? A nursing student has created a “Relaxation Room” for staff and faculty in Main Room, Chaplaincy Centre, Friday, November 14, from 12:00-2:00 pm. Yoga mats and soothing music provided.

UPEI Security Services reminds the University community that the road that runs around the perimeter of campus is considered a provincial highway and is subject to the Highway Traffic Act. Of particular concern is that some roadway users are failing to stop at stop signs which are often adjacent to pedestrian crosswalks. Please come to a full stop at all stop signs to ensure both your safety and that of pedestrians. UPEI Security Police Officers patrol the Perimeter Road and may issue fines for traffic violations under the Highway Traffic Act, such as: using a cell phone while operating a vehicle, texting, not wearing a seatbelt, or speeding. Please keep our campus safe for everyone.

UPEI graduate students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend the annual Graduate Students' Association Social, hosted by the Graduate Students' Association on Monday, November 17 from 7:00-9:00 pm in McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre. There will be games, a photobooth, food and drinks, and a 50/50 draw. The annual faculty and staff awards will be announced during the event as well. For more information, email gsa@upei.ca.