Human Resources, in cooperation with our preferred pharmacy provider, Murphy's Pharmacies, will be hosting two information sessions: ​ "Caring for Aging Parents" - May 16, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 211, 1:00-2:00 pm At some point in all of our lives we will be called upon to provide care for an aging parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling. Be ready and get informed with this ​session. Important information will be provided on: - Safety tips to allow you to stay in your home longer - How to avoid adverse drug events (the most common cause of hospitalization for seniors) - Medication management for optimal health and safety - Falls: Why we fall and how to avoid it - Mobility aids and adaptions to live with freedom, mobility, and independence ​​If you would like to attend the session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie at dmckie@upei.ca "Managing your Diabetes Risk" - May 30, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 222, 11:00 am-1:00 pm Over 40? High waist measurement? Family history? You should be screened for Diabetes. Be pro-active and sign up for an appointment for a free Diabetes screening test. Call Debbie at (902) 566-0605 to book your appointment.

Congratulations to Liz Dobbin, Diagnostic Services, on being this year's recipient of the 5th annual UPEI Safety Award.

Training is required to carry out these responsibilities: By ground: A person who handles (see definition below), offers for transport,​or transports dangerous goods must: (a) be adequately trained and hold a training certificate; or (b) perform​ those activities in the presence and under the direct supervision of a person who is adequately trained and who holds a training certificate in accordance with the regulations. Handling - is defined as: loading, unloading, or packing dangerous​ ​g​oods...for the purposes of, in the course of, or following transportation. Note: it has been clarified that you do not need to have training to unpack a​ dangerous good that has already been received by Shipping & Receiving. WHMIS training covers this aspect. By air: (IATA regulations): No person may offer or accept dangerous goods for​ air transport unless those goods are properly classified, documented, certified, packaged, marked, labeled, and in the condition for shipment required by the IATA regulations. Training is required to carry out these responsibilities. ​The tentative training dates are the weeks of May 26 or June 2. If you require one of the above training sessions or have any questions,​ please contact ​Debbie McKie at dmckie@upei.ca.

UPEI Staff and Faculty are invited to a reception for the Recognition of International Student Graduates on Thursday, May 8 from 3:00–4:30 pm in the McCain Foundations Learning Commons, AVC. Light refreshments will be served.

You're invited to submit stories, announcements, or departmental updates to UPEI's newsletter, the Campus Connector. The submission deadline for the next edition is Friday, May 16 by 5:00 pm. Submissions must follow these guidelines: -be emailed to Sheila Kerry at communications@upei.ca -sent in a Microsoft Word or plain text document -be no longer than 250 words -maximum one photo per story The editors reserve the right to edit content, will not consider incomplete submissions, and cannot guarantee that all submitted materials will be published. If you have any questions or comments, please contact communications@upei.ca. Not receiving the Campus Connector? To subscribe, please email communications@upei.ca to get your email address on the list! Please note: The next edition of the Campus Connector will be issued on Thursday, May 22 instead of its originally scheduled date of May 15. The deadline has been revised to Friday, May 16, as Monday, May 19 is a holiday.

CANHEIT, the only national conference for higher education IT professionals in Canada, brings together over 400 IT leaders, decision-makers, and professionals to connect, share, discuss challenges, and explore new ideas, technologies, and opportunities. Hosted each year by a CUCCIO member institution, CANHEIT is the not-to-be-missed event in the higher education IT calendar. Host institutions roll out the welcome mat and offer colleagues a chance to get away from the office and immerse themselves in keynotes, themed presentations, panels, impromptu networking opportunities, and social events. UPEI is happy to host this year’s CANHEIT conference on June 1 - June 4, 2014. For detailed information related to the conference, please consult the conference Website (https://canheit.upei.ca). The organizing committee has been hard at work over the last number of months developing the conference and are now at a point where they need help to make the conference successful. The types of tasks we need volunteers to help us complete include the following: helping to assemble delegate kits in advance of the conference; helping to greet delegates at the registration desk throughout the conference; helping conference attendees with wayfinding; providing time-keeping and logistical support in concurrent sessions; supporting conference evaluation data collection activities; and a variety of other tasks, as needed, to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Any interested individuals should contact David Taylor at volunteercanheit@upei.ca who will assist in matching you with a suitable opportunity. Volunteer spots will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.

Convocation exercises will be held in the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre on Saturday, May 10, 2014. If staff would like an invitation, please contact Eileen Kinch at kinch@upei.ca. The morning ceremony will be held at 10:00 am and the afternoon ceremony takes place at 2:30 pm. Robert K. Irving will deliver the convocation address during the morning ceremony, and will receive an Honorary Degree along with Matthew Macdonald. The Honourable Barbara A. Hagerman will deliver the convocation address during the afternoon ceremony, and will receive an Honorary Degree along with James C. MacAulay. In respect of safety codes, only guests with invitations will be admitted. Guests are asked to be seated fifteen minutes prior to each ceremony. Parking is available in Parking Lot “B” and “C” as well as the MacLauchlan Arena Parking Lot. Guests may enter through the front doors of the Sports Centre. Those requiring seating assistance are asked to arrive early.

Human Resources, in cooperation with our preferred pharmacy provider, Murphy's Pharmacies, will be hosting two information sessions: ​ "Caring for Aging Parents" - May 16, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 211, 1:00-2:00 pm At some point in all of our lives we will be called upon to provide care for an aging parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling. Be ready and get informed with this ​session. Important information will be provided on: - Safety tips to allow you to stay in your home longer - How to avoid adverse drug events (the most common cause of hospitalization for seniors) - Medication management for optimal health and safety - Falls: Why we fall and how to avoid it - Mobility aids and adaptions to live with freedom, mobility, and independence ​​If you would like to attend the session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie at dmckie@upei.ca "Managing your Diabetes Risk" - May 30, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 222, 11:00 am-1:00 pm Over 40? High waist measurement? Family history? You should be screened for Diabetes. Be pro-active and sign up for an appointment for a free Diabetes screening test. Call Debbie at (902) 566-0605 to book your appointment.

Convocation exercises will be held in the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre on Saturday, May 10, 2014. If staff would like an invitation, please contact Eileen Kinch at kinch@upei.ca. The morning ceremony will be held at 10:00 am and the afternoon ceremony takes place at 2:30 pm. Robert K. Irving will deliver the convocation address during the morning ceremony, and will receive an Honorary Degree along with Matthew Macdonald. The Honourable Barbara A. Hagerman will deliver the convocation address during the afternoon ceremony, and will receive an Honorary Degree along with James C. MacAulay. In respect of safety codes, only guests with invitations will be admitted. Guests are asked to be seated fifteen minutes prior to each ceremony. Parking is available in Parking Lot “B” and “C” as well as the MacLauchlan Arena Parking Lot. Guests may enter through the front doors of the Sports Centre. Those requiring seating assistance are asked to arrive early.

Human Resources, in cooperation with our preferred pharmacy provider, Murphy's Pharmacies, will be hosting two information sessions: ​ "Caring for Aging Parents" - May 16, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 211, 1:00-2:00 pm At some point in all of our lives we will be called upon to provide care for an aging parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling. Be ready and get informed with this ​session. Important information will be provided on: - Safety tips to allow you to stay in your home longer - How to avoid adverse drug events (the most common cause of hospitalization for seniors) - Medication management for optimal health and safety - Falls: Why we fall and how to avoid it - Mobility aids and adaptions to live with freedom, mobility, and independence ​​If you would like to attend the session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie at dmckie@upei.ca "Managing your Diabetes Risk" - May 30, Kelley Memorial Building, Room 222, 11:00 am-1:00 pm Over 40? High waist measurement? Family history? You should be screened for Diabetes. Be pro-active and sign up for an appointment for a free Diabetes screening test. Call Debbie at (902) 566-0605 to book your appointment.

The new team has been busy with transition meetings this week and is excited to begin what is sure to be a great year. Three of the team members will work full time over the summer: President, Vice President Academic & External, andthe Vice President Activities. The executive team is as follows: Lucas MacArthur (President) president@upeisu.ca Travis Gordon (VP Academic & External) vpax@upeisu.ca Willem MacKenzie (VP Finance) vpfinance@upeisu.ca Emilie Sullivan (VP Activities) vpactivities@upeisu.ca Alex Fraser (VP Communications) vpcommunications@upeisu.ca

The following session has been rescheduled from May 2 to May 16 at 1:00 pm, Kelley Building, Room 211. ​​"Caring for Aging Parents" At some point in all of our lives we will be called upon to provide care for an aging parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling. Be ready and get informed with this ​session in May. Important information will be provided on: - Safety tips to allow you to stay in your home longer - How to avoid adverse drug events (the most common cause of hospitalization for seniors) - Medication management for optimal health and safety - Falls: Why we fall and how to avoid it - Mobility aids and adaptions to live with freedom, mobility, and independence ​​If you would like to attend the session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie at dmckie@upei.ca "Managing your Diabetes Risk" Over 40? High waist measurement? Family history? You should be screened for Diabetes. Be proactive and sign up for an appointment for a free Diabetes screening test on Friday, May 30, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm location Kelley Building, Room 222. Call Debbie at (902) 566-0605 to book your appointment.

The following sessions have been cancelled. Monday, May 5: 1-2:30pm - Speak Up for Workplace Safety 2:45-4:00pm - Young Worker Safety Information Session Please note the 5th Annual UPEI Safety Award presentation will still take place at 2:30 pm, location AVC 287 North.

The new team has been busy with transition meetings this week and is excited to begin what is sure to be a great year. Three of the team members will work full time over the summer: President, Vice President Academic & External, andthe Vice President Activities. The executive team is as follows: Lucas MacArthur (President) president@upeisu.ca Travis Gordon (VP Academic & External) vpax@upeisu.ca Willem MacKenzie (VP Finance) vpfinance@upeisu.ca Emilie Sullivan (VP Activities) vpactivities@upeisu.ca Alex Fraser (VP Communications) vpcommunications@upeisu.ca

The following session has been rescheduled from May 2 to May 16 at 1:00 pm, Kelley Building, Room 211. ​​"Caring for Aging Parents" At some point in all of our lives we will be called upon to provide care for an aging parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling. Be ready and get informed with this ​session in May. Important information will be provided on: - Safety tips to allow you to stay in your home longer - How to avoid adverse drug events (the most common cause of hospitalization for seniors) - Medication management for optimal health and safety - Falls: Why we fall and how to avoid it - Mobility aids and adaptions to live with freedom, mobility, and independence ​​If you would like to attend the session, please pre-register by contacting Debbie at dmckie@upei.ca "Managing your Diabetes Risk" Over 40? High waist measurement? Family history? You should be screened for Diabetes. Be proactive and sign up for an appointment for a free Diabetes screening test on Friday, May 30, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm location Kelley Building, Room 222. Call Debbie at (902) 566-0605 to book your appointment.

The following sessions have been cancelled. Monday, May 5: 1-2:30pm - Speak Up for Workplace Safety 2:45-4:00pm - Young Worker Safety Information Session Please note the 5th Annual UPEI Safety Award presentation will still take place at 2:30 pm, location AVC 287 North.

Security Services Open 24 hours (all year) Facilities Management 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (all year) Shipping/Receiving & Mail Services 8:00 am to 12:00 noon (all year) and 1:00-4:00 pm (all year) Veterinary Teaching Hospital 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (all year) Diagnostic Services 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (all year) Office Staff During the academic year - September 1 to to April 30, office hours are between 8:30 am-4:30 pm depending on department. Summer Hours Summer hours will start the first week of May and end the last week in August each year. Office Staff and other Service Departments may allow for an earlier start/end to the work day (while still working their normal 6.75 or 7.5 hour work day). Robertson Library may vary during the year, please visit their website library.upei.ca Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre may vary during the year, please visit their website ar.upei.ca Other changes to hours of operation (ie. around exams, Christmas or other holidays) will be posted. This information is also available on the UPEI website, please visit the website home.upei.ca/directory

UPEI graduates and their families and friends are invited to a gathering to celebrate, in prayer and song, the accomplishments of the Class of 2014 on Thursday, May 8, 6:30 pm, Steele Recital Hall, UPEI. (Please note the change of day and venue). Mass celebrants will be Father John Lacey, Vicar General for the Diocese of Charlottetown, and Father Andrew MacDonald, Priest Chaplain for the Chaplaincy Centre. Reception to follow. Please note: Family invitations will not be sent out this year. For further information, please contact Sister Susan Kidd, CND Campus Minister sukidd@upei.ca 902-894-2876. All are welcome to attend!

In recognition of the outstanding performance of our faculty and staff and their dedication to students and community, a number of annual awards have been created to acknowledge their efforts and achievements, and to celebrate their contributions to our success as an institution. These awards will be presented at the Celebration of Colleagues ceremony on Wednesday, May 7 from 2-4 pm in McMillan Hall, W.A.Murphy Student Centre. All students, staff, and faculty are invited to attend.

Security Services Open 24 hours (all year) Facilities Management 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (all year) Shipping/Receiving & Mail Services 8:00 am to 12:00 noon (all year) Veterinary Teaching Hospital 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (all year) Diagnostic Services 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (all year) Office Staff During the academic year - September 1 to to April 30, office hours are between 8:30 am-4:30 pm depending on department. Summer Hours Summer hours will start the first week of May and end the last week in August each year. Office Staff and other Service Departments may allow for an earlier start/end to the work day (while still working their normal 6.75 or 7.5 hour work day). Robertson Library may vary during the year, please visit their website library.upei.ca Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre may vary during the year, please visit their website ar.upei.ca Other changes to hours of operation (ie. around exams, Christmas or other holidays) will be posted. This information is also available on the UPEI website, please visit the website home.upei.ca/directory