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The next presentation in the University 100 Vern Smitheram and Andy Robb Leadership Development Series 2017 features Elyse Cottrell. Cottrell will present 鈥淒is-Abling Challenges, Redefining Success鈥� on Wednesday, March 1 at 1:30 pm in UPEI鈥檚 Chaplaincy Centre.

Elyse Cottrell is the first 69传媒student to be awarded a prestigious 3M National Student Fellowship through the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE). The 3M National Student Fellowship honours up to ten full-time students at Canadian post-secondary institutions who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in their lives and their post-secondary institutions. These students embrace a vision of education that enhances their academic experience and beyond.

Cottrell鈥檚 talk will touch on her work as a disability rights advocate and the importance of access to services, and inclusion, for all. She will also discuss the 3M National Student Fellowship program.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

The 69传媒 prides itself on people, excellence, and impact and is committed to assisting students reach their full potential in both the classroom and community. With roots stemming from two founding institutions鈥擯rince of Wales College and Saint Dunstan鈥檚 University鈥�69传媒has a reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and creating positive impacts locally, nationally, and internationally. 69传媒is the only degree granting institution in the province and is proud to be a key contributor to the growth and prosperity of Prince Edward Island.