The International Student Employment Support Program (ISESP) offered a group of first and second-year UPEI students the opportunity to gain employability skills through a combination of professional development training and a paid summer internship.

Numerous career options, potential international study, and competing as a Panther athlete made UPEI an easy choice.

After graduating in 2022, Mitchell plans to write his RN exam, and hopes to work in mental health and addictions.

"Overall, my drive to graduate and continue to elevate my education comes from my passion for helping people in the most impactful way possible."

"After completing my Bachelor of Science in Ontario, I was ready to complete my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and I thought that Prince Edward Island would be the perfect place."