Campus Notices

You're invited to submit stories, announcements, or departmental updates to 91探花's newsletter, the Campus Connector. The submission deadline for the next edition is Monday, October 28 by 5:00 pm. Submissions must follow these guidelines: -be emailed to Sheila Kerry at communications@upei.ca -sent in a Microsoft Word or plain text document -be no longer than 250 words The editors reserve the right to edit content, will not consider incomplete submissions, and cannot guarantee that all submitted materials will be published. If you have any questions or comments, please contact communications@upei.ca
The One Match 'Get Swabbed!' event is an initiative of Canadian Blood Services to increase Stem Cell donors into the OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network. This event is part of a nationwide university challenge. 'Get Swabbed!' is an annual coast-to-coast university challenge designed to engage and recruit young and diverse potential stem cell donors. This year marks the fifth annual event where university students across the country will be bracing their cheeks to determine this year's national champion. In just 5 to 10 minutes, you could change a life forever. Currently more than 900 patients are looking for a match in Canada. In addition, there is currently special need for 17 to 35 year old males who are ethnically diverse and in good general health to join the registry. Join 91探花 in its second year competing in this national event! Together we can make a difference! October 22, 2013 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, W.A. Murphy Student Centre - McMillan Hall. Interested in volunteering? Have questions? Contact Amir Hosseinzadeh at ahosseinzade@upei.ca.
You're invited to submit stories, announcements, or departmental updates to 91探花's newsletter, the Campus Connector. The submission deadline for the next edition is Monday, October 28 by 5:00 pm. Submissions must follow these guidelines: -be emailed to Sheila Kerry at communications@upei.ca -sent in a Microsoft Word or plain text document -be no longer than 250 words The editors reserve the right to edit content, will not consider incomplete submissions, and cannot guarantee that all submitted materials will be published. If you have any questions or comments, please contact communications@upei.ca
The One Match 'Get Swabbed!' event is an initiative of Canadian Blood Services to increase Stem Cell donors into the OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network. This event is part of a nationwide university challenge. 'Get Swabbed!' is an annual coast-to-coast university challenge designed to engage and recruit young and diverse potential stem cell donors. This year marks the fifth annual event where university students across the country will be bracing their cheeks to determine this year's national champion. In just 5 to 10 minutes, you could change a life forever. Currently more than 900 patients are looking for a match in Canada. In addition, there is currently special need for 17 to 35 year old males who are ethnically diverse and in good general health to join the registry. Join 91探花 in its second year competing in this national event! Together we can make a difference! October 22, 2013 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, W.A. Murphy Student Centre - McMillan Hall. Interested in volunteering? Have questions? Contact Amir Hosseinzadeh at ahosseinzade@upei.ca.
Let鈥檚 Get Physical! Physically Active that is! Lace up your running shoes and come on down to the Sports Centre for our REST A WHILE 鈥 WALK A MILE Wellness Wednesday. Take some time to walk or jog the track, get your blood pressure taken, and for every mile completed, your name will be entered into a draw for a prize! Event will take place on October 23 from 12鈥1:30 pm in the 2nd floor lobby and indoor walking track of the Sports Centre. Prizes include: $25 Bookstore Gift Card, $20 Sobeys Gift Card, and $20 Tim Hortons Gift Card
Join one of Canada鈥檚 leading international educators to learn how to have an international experience at home. What is I@H? How do we do it? With only 3% of students studying abroad, what can be done on campus to create intercultural competency as a dynamic of internationalization for the 97% at home? 91探花 students, staff, and faculty are invited to a talk by Wayne Myles, Director of Queen鈥檚 University International Centre and founding Director of the International Educator Training Program (IETP) on Tuesday, October 22,11:30 am鈥12:45 pm in AVC 286 B. To RSVP, contact Cathy Gillan at gillan@upei.ca as space is limited.
91探花 staff, faculty, and students are invited to attend an armchair discussion by the province鈥檚 senior public sector officials and hear their perspectives on Friday, November 15, 8:00鈥10:30 am. The discussion will speak to the future of the public service in Prince Edward Island, and what it looks like鈥 ex: layoffs, packages, etc鈥攊s this the new normal? All are welcome to attend and breakfast will be served. To register, please visit by November 8. Payment is required for all cancellations occurring less than 48 hours before scheduled event. Replacements are welcome. If you have any questions please email ipacpei@gmail.com.

Dr. Ralf Br眉ning, Physics Department, Mount Allison University will present a seminar on Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at 12:30 pm. Dr. Br眉ning鈥檚 presentation is entitled 鈥淢easuring the Effects of Electrolyte Composition and Process Parameters on the Mechanical State of Copper Films.鈥 The seminar will be held in the Regis and Joan Duffy Research Centre, Lecture Theatre room 212.
Athletic Yoga鈥攂egins October 24 This athletic fitness style yoga is a total mind-body workout featuring cardiovascular conditioning, muscle balance, strength, power, flexibility, relaxation and breathing in a fitness format. The program takes place on Wednesdays from 5:00-5:45 pm. Athletic Yoga for Teens鈥攂egins October 24 This athletic fitness style of yoga is just for teenagers. It combines a workout featuring cardiovascular conditioning, muscle balance, strength, power and flexibility. The program will take place on Wednesdays from 4:00-4:45 pm. *Fees for sessions are $60 + hst for 6 classes. Members receive a 15% discount off these classes=$51 + hst for 6 classes. To register visit the Panther Central desk. For more information about classes visit or contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca.
Start your weekend right and stop by the Wave--the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat and a drink, and catch up with good friends. All faculty and staff are welcome. Come visit your campus pub!
Dr. Ralf Br眉ning, Physics Department, Mount Allison University will present a seminar on Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at 12:30 pm. Dr. Br眉ning鈥檚 presentation is entitled 鈥淢easuring the Effects of Electrolyte Composition and Process Parameters on the Mechanical State of Copper Films.鈥 The seminar will be held in the Regis and Joan Duffy Research Centre, Lecture Theatre room 212.
Athletic Yoga鈥攂egins October 24 This athletic fitness style yoga is a total mind-body workout featuring cardiovascular conditioning, muscle balance, strength, power, flexibility, relaxation and breathing in a fitness format. The program takes place on Wednesdays from 5:00-5:45 pm. Athletic Yoga for Teens鈥攂egins October 24 This athletic fitness style of yoga is just for teenagers. It combines a workout featuring cardiovascular conditioning, muscle balance, strength, power and flexibility. The program will take place on Wednesdays from 4:00-4:45 pm. *Fees for sessions are $60 + hst for 6 classes. Members receive a 15% discount off these classes=$51 + hst for 6 classes. To register visit the Panther Central desk. For more information about classes visit or contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca.
Start your weekend right and stop by the Wave--the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat and a drink, and catch up with good friends. All faculty and staff are welcome. Come visit your campus pub!
Dr. Ralf Br眉ning, Physics Department, Mount Allison University will present a seminar on Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at 12:30 pm. Dr. Br眉ning鈥檚 presentation is entitled 鈥淢easuring the Effects of Electrolyte Composition and Process Parameters on the Mechanical State of Copper Films.鈥 The seminar will be held in the Regis and Joan Duffy Research Centre, Lecture Theatre room 212.
Athletic Yoga鈥攂egins October 24 This athletic fitness style yoga is a total mind-body workout featuring cardiovascular conditioning, muscle balance, strength, power, flexibility, relaxation and breathing in a fitness format. The program takes place on Wednesdays from 5:00-5:45 pm. Athletic Yoga for Teens鈥攂egins October 24 This athletic fitness style of yoga is just for teenagers. It combines a workout featuring cardiovascular conditioning, muscle balance, strength, power and flexibility. The program will take place on Wednesdays from 4:00-4:45 pm. *Fees for sessions are $60 + hst for 6 classes. Members receive a 15% discount off these classes=$51 + hst for 6 classes. To register visit the Panther Central desk. For more information about classes visit or contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca.
Start your weekend right and stop by the Wave--the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat and a drink, and catch up with good friends. All faculty and staff are welcome. Come visit your campus pub!

Join your fellow AVC/91探花 students, staff, faculty and friends as we play six ends of curling at the Charlottetown Curling Complex, 241 Euston Street, 892-7467 that features the new Callbeck's Bar & Grill for evening dining. The first night of the season will be this Saturday, October 19 at 6:00 pm. Cost is $8.00 (any money left over at the end of the season goes to the PEI Humane Society). The first 10 teams that sign up and pay are guaranteed a spot on the ice. There is still one ice available for eight curlers. Do not know how to curl? No problem! I can show you how if you show up a few minutes early the nights you sign up. Wear warm comfortable clothing. No street shoes please, bring clean sneakers. Sliders and brooms are provided. Sign your team up or as an individual with Shelley Ebbett, 246S AVC, 566-0888, Ebbett@upei.ca. Winner buys the loser a drink and snacks are provided. So, get your fellow class mates, friends, buddies, or co-workers and head out for a fun night on the ice. Sign up early so you do not miss out! Other curling dates to mark on your calendar: Friday, November 15 at 8:00 pm Saturday, January 11 at 6:00 pm Friday, January 31 at 8:00 pm Friday, February 28 at 8:00 pm
Cycling in the Zone - begins October 23 Blast off using effective riding techinques, and learn how to measure your progress by controlling force and velocity to maximize your wattage output. This class takes place on Wednesdays from 4:30 pm-5:15 pm. Ultimate Conditioning - begins October 22 This class is a great mix of TRX, spin and speed training. With interval training and speed portions you will increase your endurance, burn fat and improve your tone. When you sign up for a six week session of Ultimate Conditioning, each week you can attend either the Tuesday morning or Saturday morning class for your workout that week. Tuesday's class is 6:30 am-7:15 am and Saturday's class is 10:00 am-10:45 am. *Fees for sessions are $60 + hst for 6 classes. Members receive a 15% discount off these classes=$51 + hst for 6 classes. To register visit the Panther Central desk. For more information about classes visit or contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca.
Cycling in the Zone - begins October 23 Blast off using effective riding techinques, and learn how to measure your progress by controlling force and velocity to maximize your wattage output. This class takes place on Wednesdays from 4:30 pm-5:15 pm. Ultimate Conditioning - begins October 22 This class is a great mix of TRX, spin and speed training. With interval training and speed portions you will increase your endurance, burn fat and improve your tone. When you sign up for a six week session of Ultimate Conditioning, each week you can attend either the Tuesday morning or Saturday morning class for your workout that week. Tuesday's class is 6:30 am-7:15 am and Saturday's class is 10:00 am-10:45 am. *Fees for sessions are $60 + hst for 6 classes. Members receive a 15% discount off these classes=$51 + hst for 6 classes. To register visit the Panther Central desk. For more information about classes visit or contact Angela Marchbank at amarchbank@upei.ca.
Join your fellow AVC/91探花 students, staff, faculty and friends as we play six ends of curling at the Charlottetown Curling Complex, 241 Euston Street, 892-7467 that features the new Callbeck's Bar & Grill for evening dining. The first night of the season will be this Saturday, October 19 at 6:00 pm. Cost is $8.00 (any money left over at the end of the season goes to the PEI Humane Society). The first 10 teams that sign up and pay are guaranteed a spot on the ice. There is still one ice available for eight curlers. Do not know how to curl? No problem! I can show you how if you show up a few minutes early the nights you sign up. Wear warm comfortable clothing. No street shoes please, bring clean sneakers. Sliders and brooms are provided. Sign your team up or as an individual with Shelley Ebbett, 246S AVC, 566-0888, Ebbett@upei.ca. Winner buys the loser a drink and snacks are provided. So, get your fellow class mates, friends, buddies, or co-workers and head out for a fun night on the ice. Sign up early so you do not miss out! Other curling dates to mark on your calendar: Friday, November 15 at 8:00 pm Saturday, January 11 at 6:00 pm Friday, January 31 at 8:00 pm Friday, February 28 at 8:00 pm