"The Panther community is a tight-knit group who support and encourage each other."
What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to study here?
I was born in Kawasaki, Japan and moved to Prince Edward Island when I was eight years old. I’ve lived in Charlottetown ever since, so I became very familiar with the campus, the sport teams, and events even before I started to apply to universities. I remember going to the haunted mansion that the UPEI music program had put on and I remember being petrified in the best way by the end.
CCCE Speaker Series: Seven Lessons Learned About Creating Burger Love
Join us for free pizza and incredible information from Melody Dover of Fresh Media at our bi-weekly speaker series! As one of the creators of PEI Burger Love, Melody will recount some of the adventurous tales of building this iconic Island brand, plus key takeaways you can apply to your own business path. Register here!
SEASON PREVIEW: UPEI Women’s Rugby Panthers gear up for historic 2024 season
The UPEI Women’s Rugby team is poised for another unforgettable season in 2024, building on their historic success from last year. To kick off their season, the Panthers will host the Acadia University Axewomen at home on Saturday, September 7 at 2:00 pm at MacAdam Field (UPEI Alumni Canada Games Place).
CCCE Speaker Series: Networking Like a Rock Star
Join us for free pizza at our bi-weekly speaker series! What better topic to kick off the series with than "Networking like a Rock Star" with Shelley Montreuil! Register here!
Talking Points
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!) on Tuesday, September 10, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship in the Robertson Library (201)!
Note* If you would like to participate, please bring a phone or computer that can access wi-fi or cellular data.
2024 Distinguished and Inspiring Young Alumni Awards Celebration
The UPEI Alumni Association invites students, staff, faculty, and alumni to join us as we celebrate and recognize the following 2024 Alumni Award recipients:
Distinguished Alumni
- Bernadine Chapman, BA 1986
- Hon. Alonzo Wright, BA 1989
Inspiring Young Alumni
- Ellen Dixon, BSc 2012
- James Muhato, BBA 2013
- Jonah Tendepi Chininga, BBA 2018
Please RSVP to Stephen Loo, Alumni Engagement Manager, at sloo@upei.ca before September 20.
Co-op Program Information Drop-in Session
If you have questions about the Co-op Program and how to apply, join us at this drop-in session.
Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship welcome session
Come to 201 Robertson Library between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm where the Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship's staff will host a welcome session. Information will be shared and questions can be asked about what is planned for the school year at the Centre! Light snacks and refreshments will be available.
Island entrepreneur credits UPEI with helping him realize his dream
Entrepreneur Matt Jelley graduated from UPEI in 2024 with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree, specializing in marketing. He is now the sole proprietor of Mobile Bicycle Services PEI, a unique door-to-door bike repair service, and credits his education and mentors throughout his time at UPEI with helping him realize his dream of becoming a business owner.
