Academic Instructional Skills Program - Panel Discussion on "What makes and effective teacher?"
The Teaching and Learning Centre and the E-Learning Office will be launching the new Academic Instructional Skills Program (AISP) on Thursday, September 16 at 2:30 pm in the Health Sciences Building, Room 104. Come and join us for a discussion with a diverse panel of accomplished post-secondary educators from UPEI on the topic of “What makes an effective teacher”.
Kinesiology students seeking participants for exercise training program
Students from UPEI’s Kinesiology 3430 class are seeking participants to take part in a four-week exercise training program, plus pre- and post-assessment sessions for six weeks total. Students will create personalized exercise training programs for each participant, based on their fitness, skill level, and personal interests.
Atlantic Veterinary College cancels the 2021 AVC Open House
For the second year, the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island has made the decision to cancel AVC Open House.
“Open House is one of AVC’s signature events and one that we take great pride in. We know that many people look forward to this event every year, which made this decision even more difficult,” explains Dr. Greg Keefe, dean, Atlantic Veterinary College. “Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, we decided it would be best to be cautious and look to resume Open House next year.”
SEASON PREVIEW: Men’s Soccer Panthers hope to keep playoff tradition alive with young roster
As UPEI’s Men’s Soccer program ushers in a new era, head coach Lewis Page is leaning on past experiences to help his team stay competitive.
SEASON PREVIEW: With renewed belief, Women’s Soccer Panthers look to snap playoff drought
If the exhibition results are any indication, the UPEI Women’s Soccer Panthers should be a fun team to watch this season.
Head coach Lewis Page was pleased to watch his team finish the preseason slate with a 2–2–0 record, including impressive wins against St. FX and UNB—two teams expected to sit atop the Atlantic University Sport (AUS) standings.
The biggest difference Page has seen from his squad since becoming their coach in 2020 has been their drive to win.
“They’ve really raised their competitive desire to a higher level, and it’s exciting to watch,” he said.
Volunteer Opportunity: Afternoon of Service with Mi’kmaq Printing and Design
UPEI's Work-Integrated Learning department is partnering with Mi’kmaq Printing and Design to provide support for Orange Shirt Day / National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Mi’kmaq Printing and Design (MPD) is a social enterprise dedicated to the celebration and education of Mi'kmaq culture. This time of year, Islanders flock to MPD to purchase their orange shirts and show their support for those effected by the Canadian residential school system.
Meet Dr. Nadja Bressan, assistant professor in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering
What brought you to UPEI? In other words, why did you choose to join the faculty?
I had always dreamed of teaching and when I was eight years old, I told my mom "one day, I will be a professor".
Get To Know BDO National Information Session
Students! Are you interested in a career with BDO? Don’t miss out on our National BDO Information Session, being held on Thursday, September 9th at 7:00 pm AST. BDO representatives from all services lines and various cities across Canada will be speaking to their personal experiences, BDO’s culture, and discussing the types of candidates we are looking for. Register now to secure your spot!
Danil Antropov, son of retired NHLer Nik Antropov, commits to UPEI Men’s Hockey
After years of watching his young son skate laps on the same ice surface where he made a name for himself, retired NHLer and former Toronto Maple Leaf Nik Antropov knew Danil was destined for great things.
“Watching him, it’s exciting to see Danil start his next journey in life.”
While his professional dreams have yet to be realized, Danil is using his hockey gifts to earn an education with UPEI while trying to help the University’s hockey team break a 31-year title drought.
