For colleagues planning to participate in this Friday's Show Up and Write session please note a change in the start time --10:30 instead of the usual 9:30 am. 

Invest in your leadership journey through EMPOWER, UPEI's new leadership development program for mid-level leaders. While EMPOWER is tailored to the learning needs of new and established mid-level leaders, we welcome interest from leaders at all levels who are committed to their ongoing growth and development.

• Learn alongside peers
• Build practical leadership skills
• Strengthen your impact at UPEI

Only 25 spaces available in the inaugural cohort.

Learn more and express your interest through the EMPOWER SharePoint hub.

The Faculty of Science Seminar Series invites the campus community to a presentation by Dr. Kimberly Thompson (German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research) entitled "Land-cover change and its impact on bird communities".

Duffy Science Centre, Room 204

Fridady, October 23, 12:30 pm

Everyone is welcome 

Please join us in celebrating the second issue of UPEI’s research magazine, “InView: Highlighting UPEI Research 2025-2026".  

Building on last year's success, this issue of “InView” continues to explore the breadth of research projects happening at UPEI. From eco-driving behaviours to behavioural fevers in fish, these articles touch each of UPEI’s signature areas of research excellence and span across faculties.  

Drop in to the Faculty Lounge, SDU Main Building on Tuesday, October 27 at 11:30 am to pick up your free copy, enjoy some light refreshments, and learn more about some of the fascinating research happening at UPEI. 

The UPEI Philosophy Reading Group will meet on Thursday, October 22, from 7:00 to 8:00 pm in the Fox Room, Charlottetown Library Learning Centre. 97 Queen Street.

We will discuss pages 45-69 of Félix Guattari’s The Three Ecologies.

This group is an invitation to think with some of today’s most intriguing thinkers—and with one another. No prior experience in philosophy is required. Just an open mind and a willingness to experiment with ideas.

If you would like to attend, please reach out to Dr. Max Schaefer at mschaefer@upei.ca for more information.

“Ecology must stop being associated with the image of a small nature-loving minority. [...] Ecology in my sense questions the whole of subjectivity and capitalistic power formations.” - Guattari

"If there were no philosophy, we wouldn't realize our own level of stupidity. Philosophy prevents stupidity from being as great as it would be if there were no philosophy. That's its splendor." - Deleuze

The flags near Kelley Memorial Building, UPEI Alumni Canada Games Place, and at the UPEI Artificial Turf Field have been lowered to half-mast to mark the tragedy at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, in Alberta, on October 17, 2026.

The UPEI community extends its condolences to the families, friends, and fellow service members of those who died in this devastating incident. We join Canadians across the country in keeping all those injured and affected, particularly members of the Canadian Armed Forces, in our thoughts during this difficult time.

The Robertson Library’s OER Development Program is now accepting grant applications for the creation or adaptation of open educational resources (OERs). 

Starting this year, all UPEI faculty and staff are now eligible to apply for an OER grant! Additionally, now grant applications can be for any open educational resource benefitting students, and do not need to be associated with a credit-bearing course. 

 The grant types include: 

• Open Educational Resource or Textbook Grant: up to $7000
• the development of a new open textbook on a topic that is currently not covered by an existing open textbook, or major adaptations of existing textbooks;
• Open Textbook Adaptation Grant: up to $4,500
• the adaptation of one or more open educational resources or open textbooks to create a new version or edition of a resource (i.e. a Canadian edition of an existing open textbook);
• Supplementary Resources Grant: up to $2,500
• the creation of ancillary materials for existing open textbooks, including, but not limited to test banks, slide decks, recordings, or interactive media, etc. 

All applications will be reviewed and considered, however, applications that meet either/both of the following criteria will be prioritised: 

• Applications that support first-year courses, and applications that support any credit-bearing course, in that order; 

• Applications with evidence of consultation with the TLC and/or a Librarian.  

Applications close January 8, 2027. 

For more information, or to apply, visit https://library.upei.ca/OERProgram/grants. 

Questions about the grants, OERs, Pressbooks, or any other related topics can go to Keri McCaffrey, One Health and Scholarly Communications Librarian at knmccaffrey@upei.ca or Charlene VanLeeuwen in the Teaching and Learning Centre at cvanleeuwen@upei.ca. 

All meetings are open to members of the University community. Certain agenda items, including but not limited to granting of degrees, academic dismissals, and human resources discussions, may require the Senate to go into a closed session. For logistical purposes, members of the public who wish to attend the open session of a meeting are asked to contact senate@upei.ca by 3:00 pm on the day prior to the meeting.  While Senate is an in-person meeting, members of the University community may request a virtual connection when they are unable to attend in person. 

View the schedule of UPEI Senate meetings for the 2026–2027 academic year.

The Faculty of Science Seminar Series invites the campus community to a presentation by Dr. Kimberly Thompson (German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research) entitled "Land-cover change and its impact on bird communities".

Duffy Science Centre, Room 204

Fridady, October 23, 12:30 pm

Everyone is welcome 

Please Note: The Health and Wellness Centre will be closed for regular appointments and walk-in services such as STI testing during the following times while we host our campus Flu and COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics:

Wednesday, October 21: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, October 28: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Thursday, October 29: 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm

During these times, our team will be dedicated to supporting vaccine clinic operations. Regular services will resume immediately following each clinic.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we help keep our campus community healthy. If you require urgent medical attention, please visit the nearest walk-in clinic or emergency department as appropriate.

Please join us in celebrating the second issue of UPEI’s research magazine, “InView: Highlighting UPEI Research 2025-2026".  

Building on last year's success, this issue of “InView” continues to explore the breadth of research projects happening at UPEI. From eco-driving behaviours to behavioural fevers in fish, these articles touch each of UPEI’s signature areas of research excellence and span across faculties.  

Drop in to the Faculty Lounge, SDU Main Building on Tuesday, October 27 at 11:30 am to pick up your free copy, enjoy some light refreshments, and learn more about some of the fascinating research happening at UPEI. 

The UPEI Philosophy Reading Group will meet on Thursday, October 22, from 7:00 to 8:00 pm in the Fox Room, Charlottetown Library Learning Centre. 97 Queen Street.

We will discuss pages 45-69 of Félix Guattari’s The Three Ecologies.

This group is an invitation to think with some of today’s most intriguing thinkers—and with one another. No prior experience in philosophy is required. Just an open mind and a willingness to experiment with ideas.

If you would like to attend, please reach out to Dr. Max Schaefer at mschaefer@upei.ca for more information.

“Ecology must stop being associated with the image of a small nature-loving minority. [...] Ecology in my sense questions the whole of subjectivity and capitalistic power formations.” - Guattari

"If there were no philosophy, we wouldn't realize our own level of stupidity. Philosophy prevents stupidity from being as great as it would be if there were no philosophy. That's its splendor." - Deleuze

Facilities Management wishes to advise the campus community that the gates at the designated parking lots at the UPEI Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Centre (HEF) are expected to be fully operational by 8:00 am on Friday, October 16.

The HEF building has three lots for the use of staff, faculty, students, and clients (refer to campus map):

• General Lot H: Open to all individuals holding a standard general UPEI parking permit
• Designated Lot J: Reserved exclusively for staff and faculty who possess a specific Lot J permit
• Designated Lot V (client lot): Intended for visiting clients. Departments that are scheduling visitors or clients should remind them that they must park in Lot V. They will require an exit token, which must be collected from the specific department they are visiting before leaving.

We’re reaching out to the University community ahead of UPEI’s Fall Open House on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 9 am to 4 pm. This year’s event promises to be our biggest ever!  

• The UPEI Faculty of Medicine will open their doors for a Community Open House from 9 am to 11 am, with clinical simulation demonstrations, exploration of teaching and learning spaces, and opportunities to meet members of the Faculty of Medicine team.
• The Atlantic Veterinary College’s annual Open House will begin at 10 am, featuring a free, family-friendly event filled with animals, hands-on activities, demonstrations, and fun for all ages.
• UPEI’s Fall Open House for prospective students on the central campus will begin at 12 noon and run until 4 pm. 

The Fall Open House is an opportunity for prospective students, family, and community to discover all the benefits of joining the Panther family and how their “Big Futures” start at UPEI. Attendees can tour our beautiful campus; meet faculty, staff, and students; discover campus life; and enjoy giveaways and bookstore discounts. 

As members of the University community, you can help! Please spread the word about this important recruitment event among your family, friends, and networks. If you are interested in volunteering during Fall Open House here is how to participate:  

• UPEI's Fall Open House: Volunteer Sign-up
  If you have any questions about volunteering or participating in this year's event, please contact Jane DiCarlo at jdicarlo@upei.ca
• Atlantic Veterinary College Open House: Contact Michelle Hooper at michellehooper@upei.ca  
• UPEI Faculty of Medicine Community Open House: Contact Apryl Munro at apmunro@upei.ca  

Thank you from the Recruitment and Student Engagement teams! 

The Bookstore will be Open from 11:00 - 4:00 pm on Saturday, October 24 for Open House. We will also have a merchandise table set up at AVC in the morning during their Open House event. For all the latest Bookstore promotions, contests, new products and more follow us on Facebook and Instagram! 

The Department of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Human Rights (EDIHR), which includes the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO), and the Human Rights Office (HRO), has moved! 

Our new location is in the W. A. Murphy Student Centre, on the 2nd Floor, above the UPEI Bookstore. We are now neighbours with the UPEI Health and Wellness Centre. You can access our office via the stairs or elevator across from the Bookstore. 

The Department of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Human Rights is a place you can come with concerns relating to harassment, discrimination, and sexual violence at UPEI. We can provide trauma-informed support; referrals to helpful services; safety planning; workplace and academic accommodations; information about applicable policies; information about reporting and resolution options; and more. We are here to help. 

If you have included our contact information on your course syllabus, program materials, or other resources, we ask that you update them with our new location. This important step will reduce additional barriers for folks trying to access support. We appreciate your help!

Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are available for all UPEI students, employees and their families. The following is the vaccine clinic schedule for 2026:

• Wednesday, October 21, 12:00–6:00 pm, The McCain Foundation Learning Commons Atrium, Atlantic Veterinary College
• Wednesday, October 28, 9:00 am–3:00 pm, McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre 
• Thursday, October 29, 12:00–6:00 pm, McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre 

*We stop registering patients for vaccination at 6:00 pm on October 21 and October 29 and at 3:00pm on October 28. Vaccinations are available while supplies last.

Important Details:

• Vaccines are administered on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointment is necessary.
• This service is free of charge for everyone.
• Please bring a valid provincial health card or student ID for registration.
• Those being vaccinated are required to wait 15 minutes in the post-vaccine waiting area after receiving the vaccine to monitor for a possible allergic reaction. 

Please note:

• Children aged 2 and under cannot receive the flu shot at UPEI and must be vaccinated at Public Health Nursing.
• Flu Mist (nasal spray) is available only at the Public Health Nursing community vaccination clinics for children 2 to 17 years of age.
• The COVID-19 vaccine is available to children 12 and older. COVID-19 immunization clinics are located in communities across PEI.

For more information, please contact the UPEI Health and Wellness Centre by phone at 902-566-0616.

The Canadian Association for Graduate Studies Community of Practice on Graduate Supervision is a webinar entitled National Community of Practice on Graduate Supervision: AI in the Supervisory Relationship: Conversations Worth Having

Generative AI has become an integral part of graduate research, raising important questions for supervisors and students alike. This webinar examines how supervisors can guide students toward the ethical and effective use of generative AI in their writing, and how institutions are addressing instances of undisclosed AI use in thesis preparation. It also considers the potential of AI tools to support meaningful dialogue with students about their thinking, writing, and research practices. Participants will engage in a thoughtful discussion of these issues and gain practical approaches to inform their own supervisory practice. 

October 23, 2026
2:00pm-3:30 pm Atlantic
Online - Registration required

Facilitators: Dr. Jacqueline Rice and Dr. Ali Shiri

The Canadian Association for Graduate Studies's National Community of Practice on Graduate Supervision was created for and by those doing the work of graduate supervision. It is a space for open exchange, shared learning and informal collaboration across institutions, roles and experience levels.

The flags near Kelley Memorial Building, UPEI Alumni Canada Games Place, and at the UPEI Artificial Turf Field have been lowered to half-mast to mark the tragedy at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, in Alberta, on October 17, 2026.

The UPEI community extends its condolences to the families, friends, and fellow service members of those who died in this devastating incident. We join Canadians across the country in keeping all those injured and affected, particularly members of the Canadian Armed Forces, in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Welcome to the following new employees who joined the University of Prince Edward Island community in September 2026:

• Amanda Ashley, Faculty of Nursing
• Edward Boateng, Facilities Management
• Padraig Casey, Faculty of Medicine
• Si Chen, Faculty of Arts
• Gresa Dedinca, Faculty of Nursing
• Sehjal Preet Kaur, Security Services
• Lawrenso Korquoi, Facilities Management
• Jennifer Ling, Faculty of Nursing
• Alexa Macdougall, Faculty of Nursing
• Douglas MacGregor, Security Services
• Alexandro Manzon, Applied Human Sciences, Faculty of Science
• Evan Myers, Faculty of Medicine
• Sebastien Sanz, Companion Animals, Atlantic Veterinary College
• Ahmed Siah, Health Management, Atlantic Veterinary College
• Emma Somers, Faculty of Nursing
• Daniel Steeves, IT Systems and Services
• Katherine Stultz, Health and Wellness Centre
• Sally Sukut, Companion Animals, Atlantic Veterinary College
• Jessica Watts, Faculty of Nursing

We are excited to have you join the UPEI team!