The UPEI community is invited to consider hosting one or more students for some family time at Christmas or during the holiday break. It can be for a dinner, an outing, a baking session, or even a drive to look at lights with a student who is spending the break away from home. If you might have the space and time to spend time with one or two students, just respond to Erica in the International Relations Office (RL#211) at estanley@upei.ca or 566.0443. Thank you.

UPEI Student Affairs, in partnership with the Department of Physics, is pleased to host a presentation by Canadian Space Agency Astronaut David Saint-Jacques on Thursday, November 28 at 11:30 am in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre’s McMillan Hall. Dr. Saint-Jacques will take attendees on the learning journey that led him to become a Canadian astronaut and talk about his training. He will also give an overview of Canadian Space Agency projects, and will share some insights on future opportunities for students. For more information, please contact Cindy Wood, Career Counsellor, 620-5088 or cwood@upei.ca.

Wednesday, November 20 7:00 pm (M) Hockey vs UdeM (http://austv.ca/) - away Friday, November 22 6:00 pm (W) Basketball vs Dalhousie (http://austv.ca/) 7:00 pm (W) Hockey vs Saint Thomas (@ O'Leary Community Sports Centre, PE) 7:00 pm (M) Hockey @ Saint Thomas (http://austv.ca/) - away 8:00 pm (M) Basketball vs Dalhousie (http://austv.ca/) Saturday, November 23 6:00 pm (W) Basketball vs Dalhousie (http://austv.ca/) 7:00 pm (M) Hockey @ UNB (http://austv.ca/) - away 8:00 pm (M) Basketball vs Dalhousie (http://austv.ca/) GOPANTHERSGO!

Time Management and Organizational Skills - December 6 (Summerside) Essentials of Workplace Writing -January 8, 2014 (Charlottetown) Creating a Workplace of Respect and Trust - January 9, 2014 (Charlottetown) Essentials of Conflict Resolution -January 14, 15 & 16, 2014 (Charlottetown) For more information on these courses and others, visit lifelonglearning.upei.ca or contact us at lifelong@upei.ca or 902-566-0336.

Dr. Frank Nilsen will be giving a special seminar on Thursday, November 21 in AVC 286A at 2:00 pm titled "Activities of the Sea Lice Research Centre in Norway." Dr. Nilsen is a Professor at the University of Bergen and Director of the Sea Lice Research Centre in Norway. All are welcome.

Central Printing is taking orders for the latest Campus Directory. Orders will be done the same way as online paper orders. You will see an addition of Campus Directory in your option for paper choices. Any questions please email whenderson@upei.ca or call 566-0558.

Do you have library fines? Would you like to help a fellow student or family on Campus? Bring 1 to 5 non-perishable food or grocery items (e.g. canned goods, pasta, light bulbs, toilet paper, etc.- please no damaged, expired, or opened goods) for the Campus Food Bank to the Circulation Desk at the Library from Monday, November 25 to Monday, December 9 and we’ll deduct $2.00 per item (up to $10.00) from your library fines.

Do you have library fines? Would you like to help a fellow student or family on Campus? Bring 1 to 5 non-perishable food or grocery items (e.g. canned goods, pasta, light bulbs, toilet paper, etc.- please no damaged, expired, or opened goods) for the Campus Food Bank to the Circulation Desk at the Library from Monday, November 25 to Monday, December 9 and we’ll deduct $2.00 per item (up to $10.00) from your library fines.

Central Printing is taking orders for the latest Campus Directory. Orders will be done the same way as online paper orders. You will see an addition of Campus Directory in your option for paper choices. Any questions please email whenderson@upei.ca or call 566-0558.

Do you have library fines? Would you like to help a fellow student or family on Campus? Bring 1 to 5 non-perishable food or grocery items (e.g. canned goods, pasta, light bulbs, toilet paper, etc.- please no damaged, expired, or opened goods) for the Campus Food Bank to the Circulation Desk at the Library from Monday, November 25 to Monday, December 9 and we’ll deduct $2.00 per item (up to $10.00) from your library fines.

Central Printing is taking orders for the latest Campus Directory. Orders will be done the same way as online paper orders. You will see an addition of Campus Directory in your option for paper choices. Any questions please email whenderson@upei.ca or call 566-0558.

Friday, November 15 6:00 pm (W) Basketball at UNB 7:00 pm (W) Hockey vs Dalhousie 7:00 pm (M) Hockey at SMU 8:00 pm (M) Basketball at UNB Saturday, November 16 9:00 am and 4:00 pm AUS Invitational Swim Meet at Dalhousie 6:00 pm (W) Basketball at UNB 7:00 pm (W) Hockey vs StFX 7:00 pm (M) Hockey at StFX 7:30 pm (W) Volleyball vs MSVU 8:00 pm (M) Basketball at UNB Sunday, November 17 9:00 am and 3:00 pm AUS Invitational Swim Meet at Dalhousie *Away games can be viewed at austv.ca (with the exception of swim meets).

Friday, November 15 6:00 pm (W) Basketball at UNB 7:00 pm (W) Hockey vs Dalhousie 7:00 pm (M) Hockey at SMU 8:00 pm (M) Basketball at UNB Saturday, November 16 9:00 am and 4:00 pm AUS Invitational Swim Meet at Dalhousie 6:00 pm (W) Basketball at UNB 7:00 pm (W) Hockey vs StFX 7:00 pm (M) Hockey at StFX 7:30 pm (W) Volleyball vs MSVU 8:00 pm (M) Basketball at UNB Sunday, November 17 9:00 am and 3:00 pm AUS Invitational Swim Meet at Dalhousie *Away games can be viewed at austv.ca (with the exception of swim meets).

Friday, November 15 6:00 pm (W) Basketball at UNB 7:00 pm (W) Hockey vs Dalhousie 7:00 pm (M) Hockey at SMU 8:00 pm (M) Basketball at UNB Saturday, November 16 9:00 am and 4:00 pm AUS Invitational Swim Meet at Dalhousie 6:00 pm (W) Basketball at UNB 7:00 pm (W) Hockey vs StFX 7:00 pm (M) Hockey at StFX 7:30 pm (W) Volleyball vs MSVU 8:00 pm (M) Basketball at UNB Sunday, November 17 9:00 am and 3:00 pm AUS Invitational Swim Meet at Dalhousie *Away games can be viewed at austv.ca (with the exception of swim meets).

Students in the University 203 class are working on a service learning project to increase awareness of student engagement at UPEI. The group is collecting stories from students, staff, and faculty about their personal experiences in student engagement. Students, staff, and faculty are invited to share their experiences by completing an online form at http://www.upei.ca/arts/upei-acts-student-engagement. Contact Sarah Elvidge at selvidge@upei.ca for more information.

The Department of Music Recital Series 2013-2014 is pleased to present Kevin MacLean in concert tomorrow, Friday, November 15 at 7:30 pm in the Dr. Steel Recital Hall, UPEI Campus. Tickets $15/$10 are available at the door. For more information about Mr. MacLean and the concert, please visit: http://news.upei.ca/media/2013/11/04/upei-concert-series-presents-kevin…

Michel Arsenault, Department of Biomedical Sciences will present a seminar called "Understanding the Role of Sox4 in Kidney Development" on Tuesday, November 19 at 3:30 pm in AVC Lecture Theatre C. Everyone is welcome.

A major concern of horse owners, colic is a common disorder of the equine digestive system, resulting in abdominal discomfort and often severe pain. It is likely that most horses will have an episode at some time in their life. On Tuesday, November 19, 7:00–8:30 pm, Dr. Kathleen MacMillan, Equine Ambulatory Service, Atlantic Veterinary College, will share her knowledge about this painful and potentially deadly condition in horses. She will present information about the different types of colic, recognition of symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, and reduction of risk of the illness. The event will take place in AVC Lecture Theatre A. Everyone is welcome. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. Donations to the AVC Friends and Family gratefully accepted. For information, contact (902) 566-0589 or avc.upei.ca.

Respiratory Protection Training will be offered by Larry Koughan of All-Tech Environmental Services on Tuesday, November 19 from 9:00-11:00 am in Andrew Hall 142. This session will provide information regarding the care, selection, and use of respirators. Whether you currently have a respirator or if you think you may need one for certain work tasks, then you should attend this session (annually). This is also an important educational opportunity for those who supervise work involving individuals who may need respiratory protection. There is no cost to attend this training as it is covered by the Health and Safety budget. To register for the training session, please contact Lacey Myers at ljmyers@upei.ca or 566-0605. To view the Respiratory Protection Program please see Section 4.9 in the UPEI Laboratory Safety Manual. http://hr.upei.ca/lab-safety. Prior to using a respirator, individuals are required to complete a UPEI Respirator User Screening Form and send it to HR. This form is located at the above link under "Appendices" (App.T, p.113-115).

On Friday, November 15 the UPEI Women's Hockey Team host the Dalhousie Tigers at the MacLauchlan Arena, game time 7:00 pm. The Panthers will reveal their new look and will be accepting donations to the Food Bank. Panther fans dropping off food or making a donation will receive ballots for a chance to win great prizes. There will also be a bake sale with proceeds going to the Food Bank.