News

A chronological list of UPEI media releases. Enter keywords in the "search" box to find applicable releases.

Media Releases

| Students

Starting this semester, all new University of Prince Edward Island students are required to complete a mandatory non-credit course, Preventing Sexual Violence at UPEI. While the course is a graduation requirement for students starting programs in the Fall of 2023, all other UPEI students are encouraged to complete it and earn a badge on a voluntary basis.

| Athletics

The UPEI Panther teams are looking forward to a full weekend of events at home and away throughout UPEI Homecoming Week.

| Athletics

Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes two student-athletes for their achievements and contributions to their respective sports. UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week for September 11–18 are Wendy Dadzie (women’s soccer) and Evan Couturier (men’s soccer).

| Events

September 18 to 24 is UPEI Homecoming Week, featuring an exciting line-up of activities and events!

| Events

The UPEI campus community and members of the public are invited to attend the official grand opening of the new University of Prince Edward Island Performing Arts Centre and the revitalized Dr. Steel Recital Hall on Friday, September 22, 2023, from 1:30–3:30 pm.

| University

Read the message that was issued to faculty, staff, and students via the UPEI SAFE app about how to prepare for severe weather events like Hurricane Lee.

| University

Read how to download for free, UPEI SAFE, the official safety app of University of Prince Edward Island! The app features emergency contacts, crisis alerts, location services features, in-app tip reporting, and much more!

| Department Updates

The University of Prince Edward Island is pleased to announce alumnus Dr. Aleisha Murnaghan as the Medical Program Development Consultant for the University’s new Faculty of Medicine, effective September 12, 2023.

 

| Athletics

Read about upcoming action this weekend for the UPEI Panthers—at home and away.

| Athletics

Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes two student-athletes for their achievements and contributions to their respective sports. UPEI Panther Subway Athletes of the Week for September 4-10 are Carla Stewart (women’s rugby) and Kasper Lasia (men’s soccer).