69传媒

UPEI鈥檚 UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability and the 69传媒Climate Research Lab will co-host a public forum on climate change adaptations and islands. The forum begins at 7 pm on Thursday, September 22 in the Florence Simmons Performance Hall on the Prince of Wales Campus of Holland College. Information gathered at the forum will be become part of a statement delivered at the 22^nd session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 22) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change this November in Morocco and will inform public policy in local, national, and international jurisdictions.

鈥淒espite being minor contributors to global climate change, many of the 600 million islanders of the world are seeing their way of life, and indeed the very existence of their islands, being threatened by human-induced global warming,鈥� said Dr. Jim Randall, co-holder of the UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability. 鈥淭his public forum and the larger symposium is an opportunity to show how islands and islanders are being adaptive and resilient; and at the same time provide practical lessons to the rest of the world on how we should adapt to climate change.鈥�

Dr. Godfrey Baldacchino, co-holder of the UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability, will prime the forum by presenting a summary of a two-day international symposium on small island resilience to climate change. 鈥淏uilding Small Island Resilience to Global Climate Change: An International Symposium鈥� brings together 15 people from around the world to discuss how residents of small islands and coastal jurisdictions can build on their strengths and resourcefulness to respond to the consequences of climate change. The focus is on four areas: food security, renewable energy, innovation, and cultural heritage. Also hosted by the UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability and the 69传媒Climate Research Lab, the symposium is funded in part by the Atlantic Canada Opportunity Agency (ACOA) and the province of Prince Edward Island.

"The Government of Prince Edward Island is a proud sponsor of this international symposium that will provide a platform for participants to engage on the topic of climate change and small Islands. Small islands, like Prince Edward Island, do face unique challenges and we have an opportunity to be leaders in confronting these challenges by making proactive decisions on how we adapt to these new realities. As the Minister Responsible for the Environment, I wish all event organizers and participants a successful and engaging symposium and I look forward to hearing the outcomes of this week's discussions," said the Hon. Robert J. Mitchell, Minister of Communities, Land and Environment.

鈥淭aking action to address climate change is an important part of building a strong and sustainable economy,鈥� said Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA). 鈥淭hat鈥檚 why the Government of Canada has made clean growth and climate change a priority under the Atlantic Growth Strategy. ACOA鈥檚 investment of $35,190 to support this conference is part of our commitment to encourage innovation and create jobs while at the same time protecting our environment.鈥�

鈥淭he symposium provides a great opportunity for us to focus on climate change and adaptation in respect to islands. The forum gives the public an important venue to have their input added to this discussion,鈥� said Dr. Adam Fenech, director of the 69传媒Climate Research Lab, who will help present the first draft of the symposium statement to the forum. The moderator will then invite comments and suggestions from the audience.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact iis@upei.ca or 902-894-2881.

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.

Every week, 69传媒Athletics and Recreation recognizes two student-athletes for their hard work and dedication to their respective sports. Congratulations to Jeremy Thompson (Cross Country) and Holly Jones (Women鈥檚 Rugby), the 69传媒Panther Subway Athletes of the week for September 12-18!

Jeremy Thompson is a second-year science student from Charlottetown, PEI. He competed this weekend at the Acadia AUS Invitational cross-country meet in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. 鈥淛eremy had a very strong race, and a very good start to the season. I鈥檓 pleased for him,鈥� said coach Colin MacAdam. Thompson ran a strong race, finishing 13 of 37 runners.

Holly Jones is a fifth-year prop/flanker on the 69传媒Women鈥檚 Rugby team. The Riverview, New Brunswick native had an outstanding game in the Panthers鈥� 54-7 win over SMU. 鈥淗olly Jones always has a good game,鈥� said coach John LaBoyne. 鈥淪he led the pack from her loose head prop position. While she scored four tries, she could have had more, but being the great team player she is, 鈥楯onesy鈥� chose to pass off to others.鈥�

It鈥檚 not too late to purchase your Panther Package, the best sports deal on Prince Edward Island! Your $75 season ticket gets you into every home Panther home game, in every sport (except Men鈥檚 Hockey). Find more details at .

Camilla Gibb is the author of four internationally acclaimed novels: The Beauty of Humanity Movement, Mouthing the Words, The Petty Details of So-and-so's Life, and Sweetness in the Belly. About Gibb鈥檚 new memoir, This Is Happy, actor and director Sarah Polley said, 鈥�This Is Happy broke me, lifted me up and filled me. I can't remember the last time I read something so honest, tender, brutal and kind.鈥�

This gifted storyteller will read from her new work in a Winter鈥檚 Tales presentation on Tuesday, October 11, at 7:30 pm in the 69传媒Faculty Lounge, SDU Main Building. A reception and book signing will follow.

Reviews of Gibb鈥檚 fiction speak of her 鈥渇lowing and confident storytelling,鈥� her 鈥渁mazing ability to inhabit the headspace of people of other cultures living in different times,鈥� and of  how her 鈥減rose is elegant and sings.鈥�

She has received the Trillium Book Award (for best book in Ontario) and the City of Toronto Book Award, and has been shortlisted for the Scotiabank Giller Prize and 2016 RBC Taylor Prize. Gibb is an adjunct faculty member of the graduate creative writing programs at the University of Guelph-Humber and the University of Toronto, and is currently the June Callwood Professor in Social Justice at Victoria College, University of Toronto.

Winter鈥檚 Tales is sponsored by the 69传媒English Department, Faculty of Arts, and Vice-President Academic and Research, with funding from The Canada Council for the Arts.

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.

Dr. Gina Mercer, a celebrated poet, creative writing mentor, magazine editor, and scholar from Tasmania will be the 69传媒Writer in Residence for the month of October. She will give a writing workshop and a public reading. Dr. Mercer鈥檚 reading will be on Tuesday, October 4, at 7:30 pm in the 69传媒Faculty Lounge, SDU Main Building on the 69传媒 campus. Her reading is free.

Her workshop will be on Saturday, October 22, from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm, in SDU Main Building, room 213. The focus will be the technique of monologue. The workshop is designed to suit emerging or experienced writers working in a range of genres.

Monologues can be poems, performance pieces, or part of a novel, short story, memoir, play, or film script. Monologues are a vital way to create a character and to tell a story, tragic, or comic. They are ripe with all the narrative potential and music of voice.

In this workshop, participants will explore the dynamic possibilities (and possible pitfalls) of writing monologues. They will read a selection of contemporary monologues from fiction, poetry, and script. Participants will write at least one monologue and play with the concept of voices on the page. The workshop will help writers develop their craft through exploring this flexible and fascinating form.

The cost of the workshop is $50, or $40 for students and seniors. Light refreshments will be provided, but participants should bring their own lunch.

Gina Mercer鈥檚 residency is hosted by UPEI鈥檚 English Department and Institute of Island Studies, with support from the Dean of Arts and Vice-President Academic and Research. For further information or to register in advance, contact tjohnston@upei.ca.

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.

UPEI鈥檚 Dr. Shannon Murray was part of a delegation to the British House of Lords for the official launch of the International Federation of National Teaching Fellows (IFNTF). The fellowship brings together professors who have been recognized for excellence in teaching to share best practices and to develop evidence-based pedagogy.

鈥淭he national teaching fellows are leaders devoted to innovation and good practice in higher education in their own countries,鈥� said Dr. Murray, professor of English at UPEI, coordinator of the 3M National Teaching Fellows鈥� program for Canada, and a 3M National Teaching Fellow herself. 鈥淭his new federation is an exciting opportunity to make that national focus a global one. It was a thrill to be there and an honour to meet so many extraordinary teachers.鈥�

The IFNTF seeks to unite teaching fellows in countries where a national program similar to Canada鈥檚 exists, including Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

鈥�69传媒is delighted that professor Murray is representing our 3M National Teaching Fellows at this prestigious event,鈥� said Dr. Robert Gilmour, vice-president academic and research at UPEI. 鈥淚nclusion of 69传媒faculty in the IFNTF will increase interactions between outstanding teachers around the globe and further enhance the impact of 69传媒professors on our students.鈥�

The volunteers behind the IFNTF look to hold a yearly summit on teaching and learning鈥攖he first being held in February, 2017 in Birmingham, U.K. They also hope to bring together international student fellows, establish a journal, and create a new 鈥淭eacher of the World鈥� award to recognize outstanding educators from around the world.

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.

The Panther men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 soccer teams play their 鈥渟econd鈥� home-openers of the season this Saturday against Dalhousie. Both Panther teams are looking for their first wins of the season as they play their first-ever games on UPEI鈥檚 new artificial turf field. The women鈥檚 game begins at 1:00 pm. The men鈥檚 starts at 3:15 pm.

鈥淓veryone is looking forward to this game,鈥� said Graeme McDonald, coach of the 69传媒Women鈥檚 Soccer team. 鈥淲e will need to put in a solid defensive performance and be more creative in our attack. There is also an extra edge to the occasion with it being our first game on the new turf. The players are focused and ready for it.鈥�

鈥�69传媒Men's Soccer is excited to host Dalhousie this weekend,鈥� said Lewis Page, coach of the men鈥檚 team. 鈥淭here is a history of some great games between our two teams over the years, and I expect another classic this Saturday.鈥�

Chris Huggan, Director of Athletics and Recreation at UPEI, said he鈥檚 looking forward to big a crowd for Saturday鈥檚 games on the new artificial turf. 鈥淲e are very excited that our women's and men's soccer teams will have their true 鈥榟ome openers鈥� on the new turf field,鈥� said Huggan. 鈥淲e hope everyone will come out to support the teams and to celebrate the completion of the project. A big thanks to the funding partners ACOA, the Province of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and the 69传媒Inspire! campaign for sharing in the vision.鈥�

Both ice hockey teams will see exhibition action on the Island this weekend. The women play host to the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Saturday at 4:30 pm in Cody Banks Arena.

鈥淲e are looking forward to playing an out-of-conference team,鈥� said Bruce Donaldson, coach of the 69传媒Women鈥檚 Hockey team. 鈥淲e played them a few years ago, and I know the program has developed nicely since then. Both teams are looking to gain preseason experience, so this should be a great contest.鈥�

The 69传媒Men鈥檚 Hockey team hosts Universit茅 de Moncton on Saturday for an exhibition game in Montague at the Montague Wellness Centre. The puck drops at 7:00 pm. The game is a fundraiser for minor hockey, ringette, and the Skills and Drills Program.

鈥淲e are looking forward to getting to Montague for our only home game this exhibition season,鈥� said coach Forbes MacPherson. 鈥淲e have a lot of work to do, and this game is the next step in our progress.鈥�

The game is sponsored by Fair Isle Ford. 69传媒Men鈥檚 Hockey season tickets will be available for purchase or renewal. Season ticket holders will be admitted to the exhibition game for free.

It鈥檚 not too late to purchase your Panther Package, the best sports deal on Prince Edward Island! Your $75 season ticket gets you into every home Panther home game, in every sport (except Men鈥檚 Hockey). Find more details at

Dr. Michael van den Heuvel, an environmental scientist based at the 69传媒, is playing a lead role within the internationally acclaimed Canadian Rivers Institute (CRI), which, in the lead up to World Rivers Day on September 25, is releasing a report highlighting its first 15 years of achievements.

The CRI, founded at the University of New Brunswick, has grown into a network of 22 science directors and their multi-disciplinary research teams housed at 14 universities and institutions across Canada and abroad. Dr. van den Heuvel is the first institute director from outside of New Brunswick. The institute is a Canadian success story, having evolved in a short time span into a world leader in applied aquatic science that is addressing many challenges facing the world鈥檚 rivers and estuaries, and in training the next generation of aquatic scientists.

The CRI is breaking new ground in applied science across disciplines to find answers to the important questions being asked today about the world鈥檚 rivers. 鈥淲hether it is a government seeking to develop regulations, or an industry looking to develop better management processes, every one of our projects is finding a solution to a vital question that affects people and wildlife,鈥� said Dr. van den Heuvel, a professor of biology and the former Canada Research Chair in Watershed Ecological Integrity at UPEI.

PEI research teams are working on developing techniques to examine the cumulative effects of human activities such as land-based nutrients, sediments, and contaminants along the estuaries of the Northumberland Strait to develop a monitoring framework for the region.

Student training and professional development is at the centre of the CRI鈥檚 work. It has mentored more than 450 students in disciplines that include biology, chemical engineering, civil engineering, environmental management, geology, and policy. Twenty per cent of these students have come from around the world.  Forty-three students have been based at UPEI.

To further student support, CRI science directors have secured a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) grant that provides more than $1 million to students for unique training and professional development courses on water science and management. Six of the students taking advantage of this program are based at UPEI.

鈥淲ith the changes occurring around the world and particularly the stress being put on our rivers and estuaries, it鈥檚 important now more than ever to have the multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach to problem solving by the CRI,鈥� said Dr. van den Heuvel. 鈥淚鈥檓 excited to lead this ambitious and growing group of scientists into our next 15 years.鈥�

Among the CRI鈥檚 plans for the next 15 years:

• Addressing the pressing issue of dam renewals by transferring expertise and knowledge to systems around the globe;
• Ensuring the protection and conservation of wild Atlantic salmon;
• Continued global leadership in biodiversity research and monitoring in the circumpolar Arctic;
• State-of-the-art training of at least 1,500 more aquatic science experts to meet growing global demands for water professionals;
• Developing further cutting-edge biomonitoring tools and incorporating them into assessments of river health.

View full report on the CRI鈥檚 first 15 years at:

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.

69传媒Student Affairs and the International Relations Office are hosting a public panel discussion to help address the issue of drink tampering and what to do if you suspect your or your friends鈥� drinks have been drugged. The event will take place on Tuesday, October 4 from 6鈥�8 pm at McMillan Hall in the W. A. Murphy Student Centre.

Victims are not responsible for their drinks being drugged nor are they responsible to prevent the situations that can arise from this illegal behaviour. The discussion鈥攆eaturing panelists from the medical, legal, and law enforcement communities鈥攊s aimed at equipping the audience with the know-how on how to avoid a dangerous situation and to stay as safe as possible.

Lawyer Gary Demeulenaere from Stewart McKelvey, Constable Tim Keizer with Charlottetown Police Services, QEH emergency room physician Joanne McGinn, and PEI Victim Services Manager Susan Maynard will also help guide participants about what to do if they suspect their or their friends鈥� drinks have been tampered with. They will explain the reporting process and describe the services available for victims on PEI.

All are welcome.

The welfare of sheep is the focus of the Atlantic Veterinary College鈥檚 2016 Animal Welfare in Practice conference from September 30 to October 1.

Keynote speaker Dr. Paula Menzies, a professor of small ruminant health management at the Ontario Veterinary College, will give a free public lecture on Friday, September 30, about using the National Farm Animal Care Council鈥檚 (NFACC) 2013 Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Sheep to improve the welfare of sheep. The NFACC鈥檚 codes of practice provide owners with guidelines to ensure that animals of different species are cared for properly. Menzies鈥� lecture will take place at 7 p.m. in AVC Lecture Theatre A.

On Saturday, October 1, Dr. Michael Cockram, Chair in Animal Welfare at AVC, and Andrew Hebda, president, Purebred Sheep Breeders Association of Nova Scotia, will join Menzies to speak on a variety of topics relating to sheep welfare. All three speakers were involved in the development of the NFACC鈥檚 2013 code of practice for sheep. Menzies will also give a talk on goat diseases and management.

Registration is required to attend the presentations on Saturday. All presentations take place in AVC Lecture Theatre A. The complete program and registration information are available at .

The conference is co-hosted by the Sir James Dunn Animal Welfare Centre at AVC, and the AVC Animal Welfare and Small Ruminant Clubs, with assistance from the Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada.

-30-

About Dr. Paula Menzies:

Dr. Paula Menzies is a professor of small ruminant health management in the Department of Population Medicine, and a member of the Ruminant Health Management Group at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph. She is a diplomate in the European College of Small Ruminant Health Management and is the current vice-president of the International Sheep Veterinary Association. She was recently elected to the board of the International Goat Association. She has been awarded the Carl Block Award for contributions to Canadian agriculture, Don E. Bailey Small Ruminant Practitioner of the Year (AASRP), and Zoetis Research Award in Animal Health. She has developed health management programs for sheep and goats including the Ontario Maedi Visna flock status program and the Ontario sheep health program, and was involved in the development of the Handbook for the Control of Internal Parasites of Sheep and Goats. Most recently, she wrote guides for udder health of dairy sheep and dairy goats. She has been on numerous national and international committees for the health and welfare of small ruminants.

-30-
 

AVC's 2016 Open House on Saturday, September 24, was a great success, attracting about 2,800 people of all ages.

There was no shortage of things to do and see! The Children鈥檚 Activity Centre was a busy spot! Children brought their beloved stuffed toys to receive tender, loving care from veterinary students, and they dressed up like surgeons, had their faces painted, and got balloon animals. Our students handed out about 1,000 balloon animals! The parade of dog breeds was a big hit, with over 25 dogs鈥攆rom a tiny rat terrier to a greyhound. People toured the building, saw all kinds of animals鈥攆rom horses, goats, sheep, and poultry to rabbits, parrotlets, snakes, and bearded dragons. They also attended presentations about falconry, pet first aid, clicker training, and nail trimming. 

鈥淲e were thrilled to see so many people come out and enjoy the Atlantic Veterinary College,鈥� says Ellen Boyd, third-year veterinary student and the lead organizer for the event. 鈥淲e had many families from Prince Edward Island, as well as some from Nova Scotia and New Brunswick take part and have a great time.鈥�

Dean Greg Keefe thanked the student organizers and the many volunteers for a great job of making Open House a wonderful success.