Campus Notices
Workplace harassment can undermine a person's dignity and well-being. When not addressed, it can lead to negative outcomes for the workplace, including absenteeism, stress, and decreased morale. This session will introduce participants to the new Workplace Harassment Regulations and outline the employer and worker responsibilities in establishing a harassment-free workplace.
To register, please email Jacky Buell at hse@upei.ca or (902) 566-0901 by Friday, March 31, 2023.
Join us on March 21 at 7:00 pm for an Island Lecture Series presentation by marine ecologist Dr. Iren茅 Novaczek on the ecosystem restoration project at Basin Head. Basin Head was designated as a under the Oceans Act in 2005, to conserve and protect a unique strain of Irish moss (Chondrus crispus) which is thought to exist only within the confines of Basin Head.
The talk will focus on adaptive management of the marine protected area to ensure that the unique giant form of Irish moss at Basin Head is able to survive in the coastal lagoon environment, which is challenged by the impact of local agriculture, invasive European green crabs, and ongoing climate changes.
The Campus Peer Support Program, a pilot project funded by Health Canada, is now open to serve students. Operating out of the Mawi'omi Indigenous Student Centre on the fifth floor of Dalton Hall, the service employs six students with lived experience in mental health and/or addictions who have been trained in peer support to talk to and support students who have their own concerns with these issues.
Peer support is the process of disclosing of one's personal experience with mental health problems and/or addictions. Peer support is an emerging area in the development of tools and resources to help people who are struggling with their mental health. In Prince Edward Island, the Canadian Mental Health Association 鈥� PEI division holds a contract with the provincial government to offer clinical peer support services as a part of the province鈥檚 mental health strategy. UPEI, in partnership with CMHA-PEI and with generous funding from Health Canada, is one fo five 5 pilot sites across the country to establish a campus peer support program.
Peer support is open on Monday, Friday, and Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm as well as Wednesday and Thursday from 6:00 to 9:00 pm
Please direct inquiries to:
Campus Peer Support lead Kate Jeffery: k.jeffery@cmha.pe.ca
69传媒Student Affairs' senior counsellor James Reddin: jareddin@upei.ca
The 69传媒Men鈥檚 Hockey team are getting ready to host the national championship, the U SPORTS Cavendish Farms University Cup, March 16鈥�19. For U-Cup tickets, we are offering the special price of $75 for a staff-faculty tournament pass, which includes all eight games, representing a 50 per cent saving. To purchase a pass, faculty and staff must go to the Eastlink Centre box office in person and present their 69传媒ID. 69传媒will play its quarter-final game on St. Patrick鈥檚 Day, March 17, at 7:00 pm! Don鈥檛 forget to wear your 鈥済reen鈥� and white!
Setting aside some time for a think-pair-share in class can be a terrific and easy way to engage students. This article from Faculty Focus shares an adaptation to this well-known strategy, which focuses on centering equity and helping students build interpersonal skills. Check it out here in
Workplace harassment can undermine a person's dignity and well-being. When not addressed, it can lead to negative outcomes for the workplace, including absenteeism, stress, and decreased morale. This session will introduce participants to the new Workplace Harassment Regulations and outline the employer and worker responsibilities in establishing a harassment-free workplace.
To register, please email Jacky Buell at hse@upei.ca or (902) 566-0901 by Friday, March 31, 2023.
The 69传媒Health, Safety, and Environment department (HSE) is offering Standard First Aid/CPR training sessions:
Standard First Aid/CPR
March 23 and 24, 2023
8:30 am鈥�4:00 pm
Bill and Denise Andrew Hall, Room 142
This comprehensive two-day course offers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need enhanced training as a work requirement (high-risk areas such as labs).
The cost of registration will be covered by HSE for all 69传媒faculty and staff, including students who require training for on-campus employment. Students who do not require training for on-campus employment are welcome to attend; however, the cost of registration will not be covered. Please note that lunch will not be provided.
As space is limited, please pre-register by contacting Jacky Buell by the end of the day Tuesday, March 14, 2023, via email (hse@upei.ca) or by phone (902-566-0901).
The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering is pleased to announce an upcoming Master of Science in Sustainable Design Engineering thesis defense on Monday, March 6 at 10 am.
Tina Navaei, supervised by Dr. Ali Ahmadi, will present her thesis titled "Investigation of the impact of bacterial microencapsulation on natural product discovery." The presentation and examination will be held in person in Room 223 of the FSDE building.
69传媒faculty/staff receive massive discounts on small group training and specialty fitness classes at the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre.
Small Group Training: Twelve classes with a personal trainer, in a group of six, in a private studio cost 69传媒faculty/staff $55+hst per person. Regular price is $140+hst per person. Also, we have an affiliated kinesiologist and CPT-CSEP trainer. Receipts can be used for benefit claims if applicable with your health insurance.
Specialty Fitness Class programs (12 classes) cost 69传媒faculty/staff $30+hst per person. Regular price is $105+hst per person. The specialty classes have already started but at that price, it's still worth it.
Fitness subsidies are applied on the back end, which gives 69传媒faculty/staff the great prices listed above. To find out more about the above programs, dates, and times, please log into recreation.upei.ca. Click on the highlighted green 69传媒LOGIN button and log in with your 69传媒credentials. As you look through the programs, the system will automatically give you the cheaper price. Registration and payment can be made online.
Another small group training option: If you have six faculty/staff who would like to have a small group training opportunity but at a different time, please contact Angela Marchbank, Coordinator of Fitness & Wellness, at amarchbank@upei.ca with your request. We'll try and work out different group times with a trainer if possible.
More than 80 students have registered for the Bridge to PEI networking event on March 10 and the conference on March 11! Seats are filling up fast! To reserve your spot, please see the event page below.
Friday, March 10: Bridge to PEI networking event from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
Location: Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Schurman Market Square 248, UPEI. Register now: .
Saturday, March 11: Bridge to PEI conference from 9 am to 4 pm.
Location: Holland College, Prince of Wales Campus, 3rd floor of the Centre for Applied Sciences and Technologies building, 300 Kent Street, Charlottetown. Register now: .
Conference speakers and topics include Top 10 Tips for a Successful Job Search by Haley Doherty, Employment and Career Advisor at Holland College; Tenant Rights and Responsibilities by Morgan Sandiford, Renting PEI Project Manager; From Student to Success: Navigating Your Career Path by Networking and Building Genuine Relationships by Elisha Baptiste; Immigration Pathways by Jean-Marc Beauchesne, Bilingual Employer Outreach and Marketing Officer, Office of Immigration; and more!
Please contact us at studyandstaypei@upei.ca if you have any questions about the events!
The 69传媒Health, Safety, and Environment department (HSE) is offering Standard First Aid/CPR training sessions:
Standard First Aid/CPR
March 23 and 24, 2023
8:30 am鈥�4:00 pm
Bill and Denise Andrew Hall, Room 142
This comprehensive two-day course offers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need enhanced training as a work requirement (high-risk areas such as labs).
The cost of registration will be covered by HSE for all 69传媒faculty and staff, including students who require training for on-campus employment. Students who do not require training for on-campus employment are welcome to attend; however, the cost of registration will not be covered. Please note that lunch will not be provided.
As space is limited, please pre-register by contacting Jacky Buell by the end of the day Tuesday, March 14, 2023, via email (hse@upei.ca) or by phone (902-566-0901).
The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last FOUR draws, the total pot has grown to more than $8,485, with half going to the winner of the draw.
Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI鈥檚 athletic programs.
Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the 69传媒Panthers app from the App Store or on Google Play, or . The weekly draw is held at 8:00 pm every Saturday.
Workplace harassment can undermine a person's dignity and well-being. When not addressed, it can lead to negative outcomes for the workplace, including absenteeism, stress, and decreased morale. This session will introduce participants to the new Workplace Harassment Regulations and outline the employer and worker responsibilities in establishing a harassment-free workplace.
To register, please email Jacky Buell at hse@upei.ca or (902) 566-0901 by Friday, March 31, 2023.
The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering is pleased to announce an upcoming Master of Science in Sustainable Design Engineering thesis defense on Monday, March 6 at 10 am.
Tina Navaei, supervised by Dr. Ali Ahmadi, will present her thesis titled "Investigation of the impact of bacterial microencapsulation on natural product discovery." The presentation and examination will be held in person in Room 223 of the FSDE building.
The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering is pleased to announce an upcoming Master of Science in Sustainable Design Engineering thesis defense on Monday, March 6, 2023, at 2:00 m.
Ryan Legault, supervised by Dr. Ali Ahmadi, will present his thesis titled "Development of a Biodegradable Soft Bait Fishing Lure." Due to confidential information contained in this presentation, this will be a closed defense.
The 69传媒Health, Safety, and Environment department (HSE) is offering Standard First Aid/CPR training sessions:
Standard First Aid/CPR
March 23 and 24, 2023
8:30 am鈥�4:00 pm
Bill and Denise Andrew Hall, Room 142
This comprehensive two-day course offers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need enhanced training as a work requirement (high-risk areas such as labs).
The cost of registration will be covered by HSE for all 69传媒faculty and staff, including students who require training for on-campus employment. Students who do not require training for on-campus employment are welcome to attend; however, the cost of registration will not be covered. Please note that lunch will not be provided.
As space is limited, please pre-register by contacting Jacky Buell by the end of the day Tuesday, March 14, 2023, via email (hse@upei.ca) or by phone (902-566-0901).
Learning commons across Canada are offering a week of virtual workshops on understanding procrastination from March 6 to 10. Students from all across Canada are invited to register for these workshops so we can all increase our shared awareness of procrastination.
Procrastination Awareness Week (PAW) features a number of popular and effective workshops from academic institutions across Canada. PAW will feature both live and pre-recorded workshops, as well as a resource library, a study hall, and an opportunity to socialize with other students across Canada.
Some of the topics for workshops include:
- Writing a Research Paper - How do I get started?
- Procrastination and Perfectionism
- Procrastination: Strategies for the Neurodiverse
- Building Motivation and Avoiding Procrastination
If you鈥檙e interested in joining PAW, please register for the events at the link below. You can use your 69传媒student email address to create an account if you don鈥檛 have one already.
All workshops will take place over Zoom, and they run every day from March 6-10, from 1:00 to 6:00 pm AST.
Overview: The Certificate in Workplace Mental Health and Well-Being is designed for individuals who endeavour to keep a strong sense of well-being and good mental health among colleagues and themselves throughout these challenging times.
This certificate program will involve three one-day courses that will examine topics such as signs and symptoms of weakening mental health, strengthening mental health and well-being, supporting others struggling with mental health and well-being, building resilience, psychological health and safety in the workplace, preventing and managing burnout, and managing time and productivity in order to reduce stress.
At the end of the program, participants will be able to improve their mental health and well-being for themselves and others around them.
Please note that if a participant has already completed the 鈥淢anaging Your Time and Productivity鈥� course within the Executive Administration Certificate, they will be credited with the 鈥淢anaging Stress, Time and Productivity鈥� course within the Certificate in Workplace Mental Health and Well-Being due to the similarities between the two courses.
Designed for: People who are looking to monitor and/or improve mental health and well-being at home and at the workplace, among themselves and with co-workers and colleagues.
Duration: Three courses for a total of 18 hours; each course takes 1 day, with each day going 3 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon.
Facilitators: Jodi LeBlanc, Kailea Switzer
For more information:
Register: /professional-development/certificates/certificate-in-mental-health-and-well-being
The excitement for this Saturday's Gold Rush draw is growing as big as the pot! With no winners in the last FOUR draws, the total pot has grown to more than $8,485, with half going to the winner of the draw.
Gold Rush is a virtual fundraising initiative that raises funds for UPEI鈥檚 athletic programs.
Play today and every week for a chance to win! Download the 69传媒Panthers app from the App Store or on Google Play, or . The weekly draw is held at 8:00 pm every Saturday.
69传媒is taking part in the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) again this semester. The survey collects important information on students' participation in programs and activities and their perceptions of personal growth and university support. Results from the survey will be used to improve student experiences.
Many first-year and fourth-year students in Arts, Business, Engineering, Nursing, and Science have been invited to fill out the survey. Students are encouraged to check their 69传媒email for the invitation and complete the survey. If you have questions about the survey, please contact Dr. Yuqin Gong, Manager of Institutional Research at the Office of VP Academic and Research, via 902-566-0361 or ygong@upei.ca.
Thank you to students for responding to the survey and to all who help spread words about the survey.
