So You Want to Be a Panther?

Thinking about studying at UPEI but not sure where to start? Join us for our virtual information session series, “So You Want to Be a Panther?”

These sessions are a chance to learn more about UPEI, explore your program options, learn about admission requirements, and get your questions answered by the Recruitment Team!

Whether you’re just starting to explore your options or already have UPEI on your list, we’d love to meet you!

Meet fellow UPEI and Holland College students, learn more about the Pitch Battles competition, and grab some light refreshments at the Pitch Battles Networking Night on Monday, November 2!

Happening from 5 - 7 pm in the Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship, Room 201, Robertson Library. This is a great way to meet future potential teammates and competitors in the competition, or ask questions to organizers of the program!

For more information, click here.

Pitch Battles returns this fall for its third edition, along with major changes to the program! Get teamed up with fellow UPEI and Holland College students to create a business idea and compelling pitch over the course of three days within a mystery theme that will be revealed at the start of the competition! Access mentors with a diverse background of experience to help you develop your concept. 

Pitch Battles is taking place in FSDE 128B on the UPEI campus on the following dates:

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to scramble your way through a presentation you have no control over? It’s more fun than you think, and you can experience it yourself (or just come to watch!) at the Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship in 201 Robertson Library this Fall! No pre-registration required! See the Fall schedule below

Thursday, Sept. 17, 3 - 5PM

Thursday Oct. 8, 3 - 5PM

Thursday, Oct. 29, 3 - 5PM

Thursday Nov. 12, 3 - 5PM

Thursday Dec. 3, 3 - 5PM

Attend the second annual CCCE Speaker Spotlight and Startup Showcase!

Open to all UPEI students, alumni, and members of the community, this networking event features a showcase of innovative ventures being built by current and recently graduated UPEI students, provides an opportunity for students to connect with one another, alumni, and members of the community, and provides a keynote speech from accomplished serial entrepreneur Jordan Fraser.

Join us on September 22 at 5:00–7:00 pm in McMillan Hall.

Gathering with UPEI Indigenous Community and Allies 

3:00 pm to 3:45 pm 
Schurman Market Square, Don and Marion McDougall Hall 

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Chris Andersen, Vice-Provost and Dean of the College of Social Sciences and Humanities at the University of Alberta, to UPEI on Friday, September 18. 

UPEI Campus Community Presentation by Dr. Chris Andersen 

Reframing Self-Indigenization in the Academy: Jurisdictional Politics at the Boundary of Uncertainty 

September 18, 2026 
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm 
Performing Arts Centre, Amphitheatre 121S 

Abstract 

UPEI’s newest networking opportunity is here! The Experiential Education Department is thrilled to introduce Monthly Mixers to this year’s programming.

Each month features a unique focus or theme, giving you a clear idea of who you’ll meet. For September, we’re kicking things off with “Make A Difference: Student & Community Mixer,” which is all about connecting you with local organizations looking for student volunteers and community-minded changemakers.

We welcome students from all programs to join us! Mixers are designed to help you:

The fourth UPEI Board of Governors meeting of the 2026-2027 academic year will take place on Tuesday, May 25, 2027, at 4:00 pm in Room 102, Alumni Hall. All board meetings include sessions that are open to the public. Certain agenda items, including but not limited to human resources discussions, may require the board to go into a closed session. 

The third UPEI Board of Governors meeting of the 2026-2027 academic year will take place on Tuesday, March 30, 2027, at 4:00 pm in Room 102, Alumni Hall. All board meetings include sessions that are open to the public. Certain agenda items, including but not limited to human resources discussions, may require the board to go into a closed session.