The L.M. Montgomery Institute has published a new online publication titled “A Celebration of Montgomery’s Legacy: Journal of L.M. Montgomery Studies Mental Health Collection Revisited” to coincide with Canadian Mental Health Week, which takes place from May 4–10, 2026.

UPEI held an event on May 1 to kick off a major renovation project that will transform the Robertson Library into a more modern and accessible space for students, faculty, and community members who rely on it as a vital hub for learning, research, and connection.

Calvin Murray will graduate on May 12 as one of 11 newly minted nurse practitioners—the largest class to graduate from UPEI to date. 

On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 15 UPEI student teams presented their business concepts to a live audience, competing for a share of $75,000 in prize money at the annual MacLauchlan Panther Pitch Competition. 
 

Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to share stories of appreciation and celebration for their colleagues. It’s inspiring to see our community come together to recognize those who go above and beyond every day.

Four outstanding leaders will be conferred with honorary Doctor of Laws degrees, and four graduates will deliver valedictory addresses during four Convocation ceremonies at the University of Prince Edward Island, May 12–15.

The UPEI Faculty of Medicine achieves applicant status with the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS), one step toward establishing an independently accredited MD program designed for and in Prince Edward Island. 

The UPEI Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering (FSDE) showcased a wide range of innovative design projects by its students at the annual Student Design Expo on Friday, April 24, 2026. 

UPEI is starting to see a positive shift in the representation of women students and faculty in the FSDE, and these women are not only achieving great success in the profession but are also contributing to further improving the participation rates of women and girls in STEM.

The Atlantic Veterinary College’s (AVC) Class of 2026 has raised approximately $7,000 to support the purchase of new audiovisual equipment for surgical facilities in the College’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital.