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Miranda Hill, author of Sleeping Funny and a 69´«Ã½Winter's Tales visiting author, is a new fiction writer from Hamilton, Ontario. She will read from her stories at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery on November 14 at 7:30 pm. Hill will also speak at UPEI's MacLauchlan Prizes for Effective Writing event on Friday, November 15 at 3:00 pm in Don and Marion McDougall Hall.

In a Toronto Star review, Jennifer Hunter says that 'Hill's stories reflect an understanding of the human comedy...Hill is able to slip unerringly into many voices: a group of suburban mothers, a man pining after a country singer who was his former love, a boy picked on at school and ignored by his parents in favour of his beautiful younger sister...They are characters we can relate to...'

PEI readers are familiar with her husband, Lawrence Hill's, novel The Book of Negroes. Hunter's reaction was 'to put that in another mental compartment and approach Miranda Hill's book as completely unique, which it is absolutely. Lawrence Hill may have encouraged her and read her stories but they are very different from his work...what a talented family!'

In Sleeping Funny, Miranda explores the consciousness of a teenage girl trying to navigate an embarrassing sex education class; a country-village minister in the 19th century going through a crisis of faith; a young pilot's widow coping with her grief by growing a Victory Garden during World War II; and a group of professional women living on a gentrified street whose routines are thrown into disarray with the arrival of a beautiful, bohemian neighbour.

Her reading is sponsored by the 69´«Ã½English Department and co-hosted by the Art Gallery, with support from The Canada Council for the Arts and The Writers' Union of Canada.

69´«Ã½celebrated the MacLauchlan Prizes for Effective Writing on Friday, November 15 at its second annual event in recognition of the importance of effective writing as a foundational skill for academic success and lifelong learning. The award-presented to over 40 students and four faculty members this year-was established in 2011 by the MacLauchlan family to honour H. Wade MacLauchlan's contributions to the University and his 12 years of service as 69´«Ã½president and vice-chancellor from 1999-2011.

UPEI's interim vice-president academic, Christian Lacroix, acted as the event's master of ceremonies. 'The MacLauchlan Prizes for Effective Writing enable us to identify students across a variety of disciplines who have distinguished themselves by producing exceptional written work, or have shown substantial improvement in their writing,' he said. 'Faculty and staff who have contributed to the development of our students' writing skills are also acknowledged through these awards.'

Third-year nursing student and award winner, Rebecca Mahaney read an excerpt from her piece entitled 'Opioid Dependency and Treatment.' Mahaney also received a Prize for Effective Writing last year and said that receiving the award for a second year in a row was a tremendous honour.

'I am very grateful to the MacLauchlan family for their continued generosity to students,' said Mahaney. 'This award is an excellent way of showing support to students. When students are overwhelmed by large workloads, deadlines, and worrying about grades, it is heart-warming for someone to recognize that a student is trying, and to take the time to identify their dedication. This acknowledgement of achievement and continued support is extraordinary.'

Mary-Claire Sanderson, AVC class of 2015 student and award winner, also read an excerpt from her piece entitled 'Think Positive! Positive reinforcement training makes for well-trained, happy dogs.'

'On behalf of the entire 69´«Ã½community, I thank the MacLauchlan family for their generosity, and President Emeritus Wade MacLauchlan for his commitment to encouraging excellence in writing among students at UPEI,' said president and vice-chancellor Alaa Abd-El-Aziz. 'I congratulate each of our prize recipients and encourage them to continue to communicate through the gift of writing as it is critical to lifelong success.'

Prize winning poetry writer Miranda Hill was the event's special guest speaker. Hill spoke to the crowd about her personal journey as a new author and the importance of writing as an effective skill for success. She also read an excerpt from her recently published book of fiction, Sleeping Funny.

The MacLauchlan Prizes for Effective Writing distribute up to $30,000 annually in awards. The family has made previous contributions to the Harry W. MacLauchlan Scholarships in Entrepreneurial Leadership, MacLauchlan Arena, Robertson Library, athletic scholarships, and student prizes in mathematics and entrepreneurship. The event was celebrated on National Philanthropy Day, a fitting time to honour the MacLauchlan family and their continued generosity to UPEI.

The 69´«Ã½Wind Symphony will perform its final recital of the Fall semester on Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 pm. In a departure from tradition, this performance will take place at St. Dunstan's Basilica in downtown Charlottetown. This change in venue will ensure all Wind Symphony patrons are able to attend and can take advantage of the architectural and aesthetic beauty that St. Dunstan's offers.

For this performance, the Wind Symphony will be performing several symphonic masterworks of the wind band genre-one of the most ambitious Fall programs in its history. Among the featured works is 'Endurance' by the American composer Timothy Mahr. According to the composer, the work is a musical reflection upon the infinite endurance of the human spirit, the religious spirit, and the spirit of the earth. Initial inspiration for the piece came from a book of the same title by Alfred Lansing documenting the amazing story of the ill-fated expedition of the Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton in 1914-1916. His ship, the Endurance, became ice-bound and eventually sank, stranding Shackleton and his crew of 27. They experienced over 15 months of life exposed to the unrelenting, dangerous Antarctic weather, and, miraculously survived to tell it. The strength of character exhibited by these men in enduring incredible hardships is truly awe-inspiring.

Concerto soloist for this performance is marimbist Branden Kelly. Kelly is a fifth-year 69´«Ã½music education major who hopes to continue his percussion studies at the graduate level next year. He has been highly active as a performance major, completing two solo recitals, being awarded the first prize in the most recent 69´«Ã½Performance Competition, and represented PEI at the National Competitive Festival of Music this past August. 'The David Gillingham Marimba Concerto,' which he will perform, exploits the technical facility of the marimba, showcasing its diverse colors and styles. Recently, 69´«Ã½acquired a beautiful sounding five-octave marimba, on which Kelly will be performing.

Two major compositions by Englishmen will fill out the program. Philip Sparke's 'Celebration' is a virtuosic work. It was written for the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, one of the world's finest wind bands. A sonorous extended opening fanfare gives way to a busy Presto based of material derived from the Fanfare in addition to contrasting lyrical themes. Frank Bridge's 'Pageant of London' is a suitable companion to the well-known band works by Gustav Holst, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and Gordon Jacob. This five-movement work consists of two royal marches and three Renaissance dances. The evening will conclude with the delightful and energetic 'Danse Diabolique' by Austrian Joseph Hellmesberger.

The Wind Symphony has performed this program three times this fall, with enthusiastic response from audiences in Montague and Summerside, and at Acadia University in Nova Scotia.

During the past fifteen years, the Wind Symphony has produced an annual compact disc featuring selected repertoire from each year's performances. 'Cathedrals,' released in May 2010 received the 2011 Music PEI Award for Best Classical Recording. In February 2011, the Wind Symphony released its O Canada CD, a project exclusively for PEI public schools. Its most recent compact discs, Freebirds, Lord of the Rings, and Four Horsemen have been highly acclaimed. Additional information, including audio tracks of the Wind Symphony, may be found at .

Tickets can be purchased in advance at the 69´«Ã½Music Department or at the door on the night of the performance. Tickets are $10 adults/seniors; $5 students.

For information:

Dr. Karem Simon

Professor, Department of Music, UPEI

ksimon@upei.ca (902) 566-0702, (902) 892-5993

69´«Ã½Athletics and Recreation announced the 69´«Ã½Panther Athletes of the Week for the week of November 10-17. 69´«Ã½Athletics and Recreation showcases these talented athletes to recognize their hard work and dedication to their respective sports throughout the season. 69´«Ã½Athletes of the Week are also nominated to Atlantic University Sport and Canadian Interuniversity Sport for possible recognition in the region and/or country.

Who: Rosa Wagemakers, Swimming; and Donathan Moss, Men's Basketball

What: 69´«Ã½Panther Athletes of the Week

When: Week of November 10-17

Why: Rosa Wagemakers, a second-year business administration student from Victoria, PEI had a strong showing at the AUS Invitational Swim Meet at Dalhousie. Wagemakers broke three 69´«Ã½records in the 800m Free, 400m Free, and 200m Fly, and also set a new provincial record in the 800m Free.

Donathan Moss, a fourth-year business administration student from Nassau, Bahamas is showing signs of taking his game back to his solid level with a strong performance in two close losses at UNB this past weekend. Moss recorded 19 points and seven rebounds in Friday's game, and 14 points and six rebounds in Saturday night's game.

Wagemakers and Moss will be recognized at this week's 69´«Ã½Athletes of the Week Celebration on Thursday, November 21 at 12:45 pm in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre's McMillan Hall. All are welcome.

Go Panthers Go!

Donathan Moss

For information:

Ron Annear
69´«Ã½Athletics and Recreation
(902) 566-0991, annear@upei.ca

The 69´«Ã½Panther basketball teams are hosting their final home games before the holiday break on November 22 and November 23. In support and celebration
of the holiday season, a few events will be taking place during the games.

On Friday, November 22, Panther fans will be treated to a salsa dance halftime show during the men's basketball game. On Saturday, November 23, fans are asked to bring a teddy bear for a teddy bear toss during the men's game, with all bears being donated to the QEH children's ward. Donations to the 69´«Ã½Campus Food Bank will also be collected. In addition, fans will be treated to giveaways, promotions, and entertainment at both home games!

Come out and cheer on your 69´«Ã½Panthers as they take on the Dalhousie Tigers. The women's team will compete on November 22 at 6:00 pm, followed by the men's game at 8:00 pm. On Saturday, November 23, game times will be the same. The 69´«Ã½women's basketball team is currently in second place, while the Dalhousie women's team remains in fourth place. The 69´«Ã½men's team is in eighth place, while Dalhousie sits in sixth place.

Go Panthers Go!

For information:

Ron Annear

69´«Ã½Athletics and Recreation

(902) 566-0991, annear@upei.ca

The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW)-a national, non-profit, non-partisan organization of nearly 10,000 female university graduates in 122 clubs across Canada-is offering graduate scholarships to eligible applicants.

Beginning in the 2014 academic year, CFUW Charlottetown scholarships will be awarded to masters and/or doctoral students who have resided in PEI for five of the last 15 years. Students who are enrolled in, or applying to, a masters or PhD program on a full-time basis at 69´«Ã½are eligible. 69´«Ã½graduates who are enrolled in, or applying to, an accredited Canadian university are also eligible. Graduate program applicants must be accepted and enrolled in their program of choice by September 1 of the application year. Upholding the commitment of the CFUW since 1919, preference will be given to female students.

'The Canadian Federation of University Women Charlottetown Graduate Scholarship in Arts or Education,' valued at a minimum of $5,000, will be awarded to an eligible student who is pursuing a graduate degree in the area of arts or education.

'The Canadian Federation of University Women Charlottetown Graduate Scholarship in Science or Nursing,' valued at a minimum of $5,000, will be awarded to an eligible student who is pursuing a graduate degree in the area of science (including veterinary medicine) or nursing.

CFUW provides its members with an opportunity to enjoy fellowship; to be stimulated and informed; to promote education through the awarding of scholarships, bursaries, and grants; and to improve the status of women and human rights in general.

Applications must include a letter of interest, university transcripts, and two letters of reference. The letter of interest should refer to the following selection criteria: academic performance, contributions and potential contributions to the field of study, and career goals and aspirations. Completed applications can be submitted to the 69´«Ã½Scholarships and Awards Office, c/o Heather Keoughan, Registrar's Office, Kelley Building, UPEI, Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3. Application deadline is January 31, 2014. For more information, please contact Heather at (902) 566-0358,hkeoughan@upei.ca

Mr. Brendan Kelly, a Kinkora Regional High School teacher, was recently presented with the 2012 Canadian Association of Physicists (CAP) Award for Excellence in Teaching High School/CEGEP Physics (Atlantic) at a ceremony on November 7.

UPEI's Dr. Bill Whelan, professor and co-op director with the Department of Physics, was on hand to present the award to Kelly. Whelan is also a member of the Canadian Association of Physicists and was representing the organization at the event.

Kelly received the CAP award for his efforts, which, over his 35 years as a teacher, consistently produce students of excellence in physics. Recognized as the unofficial dean of physics teachers in PEI, Kelly is often sought out for advice for how to improve teaching both inside and outside of the classroom. Kelly introduced the Advanced Placement Program in Physics several years ago, which has resulted in improved scores, and in a greater percentage of students from his school taking university physics.

'I am honoured to receive this teaching award from CAP and its affiliated sponsors. To be selected from a large group of very talented, dedicated physics teachers is indeed very humbling. A special thank you to all who helped make it possible,' said Kelly.

69´«Ã½congratulates Mr. Kelly!

About the CAP Award for Excellence in Teaching High School/CEGEP Physics

Introduced in 2010, the CAP Award for Excellence in Teaching High School/CEGEP Physics is intended to recognize excellence in teaching physics in Canadian high schools or CEGEPs and to encourage and promote physics at the high school/CEGEP level in Canada. The 2012 award was sponsored at the national level by the Canadian Association of Physicists (CAP), TRIUMF, Perimeter Institute, Merlan, Vernier, Institute of Particle Physics, and Nelson Education; and, at the regional level by the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC and BCIC. The awards are given annually in each of five regions in Canada: BC/Yukon, Prairies/NWT, Ontario, Quebec/Nunavut, and Atlantic Canada.

In keeping with tradition, 69´«Ã½business students have seen tremendous success in competitions so far this year with a variety of accomplishments on both the individual and group levels.

Earlier this semester, UPEI's School of Business was advised that fourth-year business student Parker Baglole was the recipient of one of ten prestigious 'Canada's Outstanding CEO of the Year Futures Fund Scholarship' awards. Baglole, who was nominated by the School of Business for his excellent academic record and extra-curricular engagement and leadership, will receive a scholarship grant of $5,500. In addition, Baglole will also represent 69´«Ã½at an award gala next year. Baglole is an honours student and the President of the 69´«Ã½Business Society.

Fourth-year business student Justin Lank also received good news this semester when he was named one of three winners of the Emond Montgomery Publications' Business Ethics and CSR Case Study Competition. In addition to receiving a $1,000 prize, Lank's submission will be turned into an ebook, and will be featured on Emond Montgomery's website. Lank also attended 'The Canadian Food Industry and Corporate Responsibility: Connecting the Dots' panel discussion in Toronto where he presented his submission.

Baglole and Lank continued their winning streaks when both competed on separate 69´«Ã½teams in the Scotiabank 'Ethics in Action' case competition earlier this month at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Baglole's team placed first and included teammates Ryan Cassidy, Rebecca Cole, and Melanie McKenna; while Lank's team had a strong showing and consisted of group members Allison Baillie, Kelsey McNally, and Matt McInnis. The case competition success was a team effort, as faculty mentors Amy MacFarlane, Reuben Domike, and interim Dean Juergen Krause prepared the teams. Krause also accompanied the teams as their coach to the event in Halifax.

Congratulations to all!

69´«Ã½Athletics and Recreation announced the 69´«Ã½Panther Athletes of the Week for the week of November 18-24. 69´«Ã½Athletics and Recreation showcases these talented athletes to recognize their hard work and dedication to their respective sports throughout the season. 69´«Ã½Athletes of the Week are also nominated to Atlantic University Sport and Canadian Interuniversity Sport for possible recognition in the region and/or country.

Who: Julie Hatcher, Women's Basketball; and Geoff Doane, Men's Basketball

What: 69´«Ã½Panther Athletes of the Week

When: Week of November 18-24

Why: Julie Hatcher, second-year science student from Riverview, New Brunswick had a strong showing during this weekend's split with the Dalhousie Tigers. The 5'7' guard scored 32 points including six three pointers while shooting 50 per cent in the two games, including 20 pts in the Panthers 78-71 win on Saturday. Hatcher also averaged five rebounds, two assists, and two steals while playing excellent defense.

Geoff Doane, a fourth-year business student from St. Margaret's Bay, Nova Scotia is playing great basketball this season as he led the Panthers to two one-point wins over Dalhousie. The 6'5' Doane was 15/27 from the floor, scoring 36 points, 10 rebounds, and a game saving blocked shot.

Hatcher and Doane will be recognized at this week's 69´«Ã½Athletes of the Week Celebration on Thursday, November 28 at 12:45 pm in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre's McMillan Hall. All are welcome.

Go Panthers Go!

Julie Hatcher, Women's Basketball