Vice-President Administration and Finance Jackie Podger announced today that Fred Horrelt has been appointed Associate Vice-President, Facilities Management and Construction at the University of Prince Edward Island.

“I look forward to working with Fred on advancing the University’s goals in terms of our facilities, capital projects, and operations,” she said. “His leadership experience in the development and maintenance of educational facilities will be a great asset as we strive to enhance and expand our campus spaces in healthy, safe, and environmentally friendly ways.”

The UPEI Music Department Recital Series is pleased to present an evening recital of UPEI vocal alumni, featuring Jillian Clow, soprano; Parker Clements, baritone; and, Magdalena von Eccher, piano. 

The concert is Friday, January 10, at 7:30 pm at the Dr. Steel Recital Hall in UPEI’s Steel Building.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for students and can be purchased at the door or online at brownpapertickets.com/event/4423915.

The next talk in the Institute of Island Studies’ Island Lecture Series will feature Dr. Tina Pranger speaking about her book documenting the history of mental health care on Prince Edward Island. Her presentation will take place on Tuesday, January 21, at 7 pm in the Faculty Lounge of UPEI’s SDU Main Building.

Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes two student-athletes for their achievements and dedication to their respective sports. Congratulations to Jenna Mae Ellsworth and Filip Rydstrom, the UPEI Panther Subway Athletes of the Week for December 30 to January 5.

The Panthers have just one game on the home schedule this week, but it’s a crucial one. The UPEI men’s hockey team is pushing to improve its record in the second half of the season with a win over Université de Moncton on Tuesday, starting at 7 pm in MacLauchlan Arena.

Dr. Jeff Collins, a lecturer in UPEI’s Master in Global Affairs program, was selected this fall by the US Department of State for its International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). The IVLP is the US government’s premier professional exchange program, involving short but intense trips to the US to meet government, academic, and community leaders. Applicants are chosen by US embassies and consulates and are matched with a program theme connected to their work.

Students along with representatives from UPEI’s Alumni Association, Board of Governors, and administration will greet guests at the annual University of Prince Edward Island New Year’s Day Levee. The festive tradition will take place on Wednesday, January 1, 2020, from 11:30 am–1:00 pm at UPEI’s Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering building on the UPEI campus. A lunch and cash bar will be provided.