Recognizing Remarkable Colleagues–November 2025, Issue 2

We are thrilled by the incredible response to the launch of Recognizing Remarkable Colleagues! In just over three months, we have received a total of 131 submissions. 

Because of this tremendous response, we will continue to share submissions through the upcoming issues of Campus Connector. Read the second set of submissions for November (organized in alphabetical order) below. 

Message from the President: Passing of Professor Tim Carroll

The following message was emailed to students, staff, and faculty on December 31, 2025. A celebration of life for friends and members of the University community will be held later in the spring.

Dear UPEI Community,

It is with great sadness that I share the news of the death of Tim Carroll, Associate Professor, McDougall Faculty of Business, on December 27, 2025.

Virtual Volunteer Showcase

Attention UPEI students and alumni! If you’re eager to contribute to the community and enhance your skills, look no further! The January Volunteer Showcase is right around the corner. It’s an excellent chance to engage with local organizations seeking volunteers. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect, learn, and make a difference!

The organizations that will be featured in the showcase are:

Virtual Employer Showcase

Attention UPEI students and alumni! Looking to land a job, internship, or simply build your professional network? Look no further than the upcoming Employer Showcase!

This is an excellent opportunity to engage with top employers in your community. Learn about their organization, hiring needs, and make connections that can lead to your future career.

Organizations being featured are:

"Being an educator is not just a role—it's a privilege and responsibility I deeply cherish."

What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to teach here?

I am originally from Pembroke, Ontario, Canada. Prior to joining the Faculty of Nursing UPEI, I worked with Indigenous Services Canada as an Outpost/Community Nurse, a role that involved extensive travel and prolonged periods away from home. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic made this travel increasingly difficult and unsustainable. I was subsequently seconded to Veterans Affairs Canada, where I worked remotely. While this arrangement offered stability, I found the lack of interpersonal engagement challenging.

UPEI set for 2026 New Year's Day Levee

Representatives from the University of Prince Edward Island and UPEI Alumni Association, along with the Board of Governors and Student Union, will greet guests at the annual UPEI New Year’s Day Levee.

The UPEI Levee is an excellent opportunity to enjoy the company of the campus community, meet new people, and exchange good wishes for the New Year.

The festive tradition will take place on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 11:00 am–12:30 pm at the UPEI’s Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering building on the UPEI campus. A lunch and cash bar will be provided. All are welcome!

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