The UPEI Healthy Campus Committee is pleased to announce Wellness Week: Together We Thrive, running from November 17 to November 20, 2026. Designed to cultivate physical, mental, and social well-being of students, staff, and faculty across campus, the week presents a series of themed days that encourage connection, healthy nutrition, active movement, and school spirit.

On Wednesday, November 18, there will be body nourishment and wellness education with “Nourish,” held in McMillan Hall from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. This day emphasizes building healthy, sustainable lifestyle habits through practical guidance and wholesome food. Guest speaker Bethany Vessey, Registered Dietitian, will host three 20-minute presentations, beginning at 11:30 am with "Nutrition for Mental Health," followed by "Healthy Eating on a Budget" at 12:00 pm, and "Myth Busting Nutrition Trends" at 12:30 pm, before concluding with the Panther Chef Final Announcement at 1:00 pm. 

Throughout the session, attendees can enjoy complimentary food and beverage samples including fresh fruit, smoothies, coffee, tea, water, and soup, and enter door prize draws for kitchen gear, including a grand prize basket complete with a slap chopper, immersion blender, silicone loaf molds, and a $50 gift card to Kay’s Fresh Market.