Campus Notices
Aniket Naik, a candidate for an accounting tenure-track faculty position in the McDougall Faculty of Business, will give a presentation titled "The Audit Expectations Gap: The Canadian Perspective" on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 2:30 pm in Bill and Denise Andrew Hall, Room 142.
The deadline for Animal Care protocol submissions (new, renewal, or amendment) is Friday, April 4, for the April meeting.
Please note that as of June 1, 2020, all animal user protocols must be submitted through 黑料老司机 Researcher Portal at
For new protocols, select "applications," and for renewal or amendment protocols, select "events."
黑料老司机 ACC SOPs and Codes of Practice can be accessed through my黑料老司机 at .
Those protocols received after the deadline will be reviewed the following month. The committee requires at least one month for processing applications.
Note: All investigators are reminded that any deviations in animal use, including unexpected mortality, must be reported to the ACC and University Veterinarian Jonathan Spears at 902-620-5026.
Discover exciting summer job opportunities or kickstart your career at the 2025 Summer Job and Career Fair! Hosted by 黑料老司机鈥檚 Experiential Education Department, this fair will bring together a diverse range of employers from various industries actively seeking to hire students and recent graduates. By attending, you鈥檒l have the chance to network with employers and explore both summer job positions and full-time career opportunities. The fair will be held in person, so dress professionally and bring copies of your resume to make the most of your interactions with employers.
Key details: The fair will take place on March 12, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the W.A. Murphy Student Centre. In case of inclement weather, the storm date is March 13, same time and location.
What to expect: Attendance is FREE for students, and no registration is required. Don鈥檛 miss out on the chance to win exciting door prizes!
For any inquiries, feel free to contact Jess Cameron, Community and Industry Outreach Coordinator, at careerfair@upei.ca or 902-894-2817.
We look forward to seeing you at the fair!
Every year on March 8 we celebrate International Women鈥檚 Day. In Canada, the theme for 2025 is "Strength in every story."
This year鈥檚 theme highlights the importance of amplifying the voices of all women, particularly those who continue to face barriers to success. Creating opportunities for women and girls unlocks their potential and drives innovation, supports Canada鈥檚 economy, and helps ensure a sustainable future for all.
黑料老司机 is fortunate to have an abundance of inspiring women who lead by example as teachers, researchers, volunteers, and community champions.
to see how you can get involved, celebrate the women and girls in your life, and share their stories.
for International Women's Day: Strength in Every Story by Hsiao-Yu Liu, Chairperson, PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women, which includes some local activities celebrating International Women's Day.
Students are invited to the School of Climate Change and Adaptation's climate career day, an opportunity for students and climate sector organizations to meet face-to-face to learn about climate adaptation projects, potential summer jobs, or full-time opportunities on PEI.
Students are encouraged to come and network with climate professionals, potential employers, find a summer job, or kick start a career.
Admission is free for students.
Wednesday March 12, 10:00 - 12:00 pm, SDU Main Building, Faculty Lounge, Room 201.
The Office of Student Culture and Community Standards is calling all Panthers, including students, staff, and faculty members, to join us on Friday, March 7, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, at The Fox & Crow to celebrate the 黑料老司机 Women's Basketball team's success and the 黑料老司机 Men's Basketball team's monumental and record-breaking victory at the Atlantic University Sports (AUS) Championship.
Join us in wishing the 黑料老司机 Men's Basketball team good luck as they head to Vancouver to represent the AUS at the U SPORTS national championships, watch AUS highlights, play games, and win 黑料老司机 merchandise!
Snacks will be provided at the event. However, you can also purchase your own food and beverage at the Fox & Crow.
Please join us on Friday, March 7, at 4:00 pm in FSDE 128B for our next Pizza Seminar! Dr. Amy Hall with Veteran's Affairs Canada's Research Directorate will give a talk entitled "Data on the frontlines:exploring connections between military service and health".
Abstract: This talk will describe the critical role of data in understanding and addressing health issues within military and Veteran populations. By analyzing data trends from epidemiological, qualitative, and administrative sources, we gain insights into the unique health challenges faced by those who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces. We will discuss how data-driven approaches are pivotal to identify risk factors, predict health outcomes, and tailor interventions to improve the well-being of service members and Veterans. This examination of real-world applications will highlight the transformative potential of data to shape military and Veteran programs and policies to support the health of those who have served our country.
There will be free pizza and pop to follow!
The 黑料老司机 Faculty of Science Graduate Studies Committee invites the campus community to two MSc seminar presentations: 鈥淐limate change impacts on potato storage and carbon flux estimates of potato production鈥� by Shu Zhang, School of Climate Change and Adaptation and 鈥淓valuation of an agri-nutrition education program in primary schools in Meru, Kenya鈥� by Roseglory K. Murungi, Department of Applied Human Sciences. The presentations are part of the regular ESC/HB Seminar Series and will be held in the Duffy Science Centre, Room 204, on Friday March 7, at 12:30 pm.
Everyone is welcome.
Title: "Building a Resilient Cropping System Amidst Climate Change"
Presenter: Dr. Mumtaz Cheema, Professor, Memorial University of Newfoundland
Date and Time: March 7, 2025, 1:00鈥�2:00 pm (Atlantic Time)
Registration: Click to receive the Zoom link. The webinar is free.
The Eklektik Music Duo (Andrea Willis and Megaria Halim) will perform on the SDU Stage in the Dr. Steel Recital Hall on March 8, 2025, at 7:30 pm.
The name N眉 Voice is derived from the word 鈥渘ew,鈥� reflecting our commitment to programming not only contemporary music but also works by underrepresented composers. Additionally, N眉 means 鈥渨omen鈥� in Chinese, underscoring our dedication to featuring female composers in this concert鈥檚 program.
In this program, we seek to highlight women from two contrasting realms鈥攎ythology and history. Featuring legendary figures such as Penelope and Calypso to esteemed historical figures like Canadian folklorist Helen Creighton, our selection weaves together diverse narratives across time.
During their graduate studies at the University of Western Ontario, Andrea Willis and Megaria Halim discovered a shared passion for exploring new, unconventional, and underrepresented musical works. With an abundance of remarkable repertoire for piano and voice鈥攎any of which remain underperformed鈥攖hey were inspired to form the Eklektik Music Duo. Derived from the Greek word eklektikos, meaning 鈥渃hoosing the best from various sources,鈥� their name reflects their commitment to drawing inspiration from diverse genres and styles, creating a truly distinctive sound.
Accessible parking is available, and the theatre has an accessible entrance via elevator. General admission is $30 (cash only). Admission is free for students.
Vagabond is presenting ". . . destroyed surely: An Evening of Plays by John Millington Synge" from March 12 to 15 inclusive in the 黑料老司机 Performing Arts Centre and Residence (PAC121S). The doors open at 7:00 pm for a 7:30 pm start.
Vagabond is presenting both "Riders to the Sea" and "In the Shadow of the Glen." When asked about the shows, director Greg Doran said: 鈥淲e are building a substantial set, and we will be going with period costumes. We want to showcase what the students are capable of when properly supported.鈥� He went on to say that he hopes the plays will resonate with Island audiences, for they deal with the dangers of life on the sea and the isolation of life on a rural farm.
There will be a talk-back with the company after the March 14 performance. Admission is pay what you can. For more information, contact Greg at gdoran@upei.ca.
The plays deal with mature themes, so they might not be appropriate for a younger audience.
Are you curious about machine learning but unsure where to start or whether it's the right fit for you? Join ACENET for an introductory session that explores the fundamentals of machine learning and its applications. We鈥檒l break down key terminology鈥攎achine learning, deep learning, and neural networks鈥攕o you can confidently navigate the field. You'll learn about essential methods, from simple models like Linear Regression and Decision Trees for classification to more advanced techniques such as Support Vector Machines and Neural Networks鈥攖he foundation of Large Language Models. We鈥檒l also discuss practical considerations for setting up a machine learning project, including the resources you need, data collection strategies, factors that contribute to success, and lessons to take away when things don鈥檛 go as planned.
This virtual workshop will be held on March 14, from 1:30 to 4:30 pm. To register, go to .
Dr. Henry Dimingu, a candidate for an accounting tenure-track faculty position in the McDougall Faculty of Business, will give a presentation titled "Exploring the Lived Experiences of Accounting Professionals in Diverse and Inclusive Workplaces and Their Impact on Financial Decision-Making" on Friday, March 14, at 11:30 am in Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Room 329.
Aniket Naik, a candidate for an accounting tenure-track faculty position in the McDougall Faculty of Business, will give a presentation titled "The Audit Expectations Gap: The Canadian Perspective" on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 2:30 pm in Bill and Denise Andrew Hall, Room 142.
Dr. Yousef Malik, a candidate for an accounting tenure-track faculty position in the McDougall Faculty of Business, will give a presentation titled "The Intersection of Business and Climate Change, particularly in the Context of ESG Adoption and Carbon Accounting" on Friday, March 7, at 11:30 am in Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Room 329.
The seventh meeting of the 黑料老司机 Senate will take place on Friday, March 14, 2025, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm in Room 102 at Alumni Hall (618 University Avenue). To view the 2024-2025 calendar of Senate meetings or documents for the upcoming meeting, click here.
All鈥痬eetings鈥痑re open to members of鈥痶he University community, although certain in-camera鈥痠tems (e.g., granting of degrees) may require the Senate to go into a closed session. Only members of Senate are permitted to address the Senate unless otherwise recognized by the chair.
For logistical purposes, members of the 黑料老司机 community who wish to attend the open session of a 黑料老司机 Senate meeting are asked to contact senate@upei.ca one week prior to the meeting. While Senate is an in-person meeting, members of the University community may request a virtual connection when they are unable to attend in person.
The Office of Student Culture and Community Standards is calling all Panthers, including students, staff, and faculty members, to join us on Friday, March 7, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, at The Fox & Crow to celebrate the 黑料老司机 Women's Basketball team's success and the 黑料老司机 Men's Basketball team's monumental and record-breaking victory at the Atlantic University Sports (AUS) Championship.
Join us in wishing the 黑料老司机 Men's Basketball team good luck as they head to Vancouver to represent the AUS at the U SPORTS national championships, watch AUS highlights, play games, and win 黑料老司机 merchandise!
Snacks will be provided at the event. However, you can also purchase your own food and beverage at the Fox & Crow.
Please join us on Friday, March 7, at 4:00 pm in FSDE 128B for our next Pizza Seminar! Dr. Amy Hall with Veteran's Affairs Canada's Research Directorate will give a talk entitled "Data on the frontlines:exploring connections between military service and health".
Abstract: This talk will describe the critical role of data in understanding and addressing health issues within military and Veteran populations. By analyzing data trends from epidemiological, qualitative, and administrative sources, we gain insights into the unique health challenges faced by those who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces. We will discuss how data-driven approaches are pivotal to identify risk factors, predict health outcomes, and tailor interventions to improve the well-being of service members and Veterans. This examination of real-world applications will highlight the transformative potential of data to shape military and Veteran programs and policies to support the health of those who have served our country.
There will be free pizza and pop to follow!
The 黑料老司机 Faculty of Science Graduate Studies Committee invites the campus community to two MSc seminar presentations: 鈥淐limate change impacts on potato storage and carbon flux estimates of potato production鈥� by Shu Zhang, School of Climate Change and Adaptation and 鈥淓valuation of an agri-nutrition education program in primary schools in Meru, Kenya鈥� by Roseglory K. Murungi, Department of Applied Human Sciences. The presentations are part of the regular ESC/HB Seminar Series and will be held in the Duffy Science Centre, Room 204, on Friday March 7, at 12:30 pm.
Everyone is welcome.
Join 黑料老司机 President Wendy Rodgers for casual 鈥渃offee chats鈥� at Tim Horton's in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre, beginning this Friday, March 7 from 8:15-9:15 am.
These coffee chats offer a relaxed setting where any member of the 黑料老司机 community can drop by, grab a drink, and chat with Wendy about anything on your mind. Whether you want to share ideas, ask questions, or simply say hello, these chats are a great way to connect with the president in a comfortable and informal environment.
Stay tuned for future "coffee chat" dates!
