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The Sir James Dunn Animal Welfare Centre (SJDAWC) at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) invites you to its three-part webinar series exploring animal welfare issues in small mammals kept as pets. This series will provide participants with insights on the care and welfare of small companion animals, with an emphasis on rabbits and rodents. 

The webinars feature Dr. Lee Niel, Dr. Carol Tinga, and Dr. Dan O鈥橬eill, and will take place on April 15, 22, and 29, beginning at 4:00 pm. 

Veterinarians and veterinary technicians are eligible for continuing education credit. The webinar cost is $50 per webinar, or $120 for all three.  There will be no charge for students. 

IMPORTANT TO NOTE: Participating veterinarians and veterinary technicians are eligible to earn one hour of RACE-accredited continuing education per webinar. Participants are required to attend the live webinar to earn this credit.  RACE-program number: 20-1286545.

Add some student energy to your team this summer. Ambitious 精童欲女 Co-op students are seeking work experiences related to their program of study and opportunities to make connections in the workforce. 

Students' programs include Computer Science, Business, Economics, Actuarial Science, Analytics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Studies, and Applied Communication, Leadership & Culture. 

Contact Karen Turner, job development coordinator for 精童欲女 Co-operative Education, at co-op@upei.ca 

The Fair Treatment Policy Redevelopment (FTPR) Committee was formed as part of the Action Plan commitment to

• replace the Fair Treatment Policy, and
• finalize revisions to the Sexual Violence Policy.

The FTPR Committee has been meeting regularly and gathering feedback to develop a new Harassment and Discrimination Policy and to update the Sexual Violence Policy. Since January, Committee members have been connecting with members of the community, an has been distributed, and, most recently, the Committee held an information session on March 3.

Faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend one of two FTPR Information/Feedback Sessions where campus community members can provide feedback and ask questions about the draft versions of the Harassment and Discrimination Policy and the Sexual Violence Policy. Please note: Both sessions have the same content but are being held on different days to help accommodate schedules and maximize opportunities to provide input.

FTPR Information/Feedback Session #1 
Thursday, April 3, 2025 
1:30鈥�2:30 pm  
Kelley Memorial Building, Room 237 (KMB237)  

For those who are unable to attend in person, you are welcome to join us virtually at this .  

FTPR Information/Feedback Session #2 
Monday, April 7, 2025  
9:30鈥�10:30 am  
Kelley Memorial Building, Room 237 (KMB237)

For those who are unable to attend in person, you are welcome to join us virtually at this .   

Presenter: Marla MacKenzie

Title: 鈥淒evelopment of Proteomic Testing Methods for Patients Diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A First Step Toward Personalized Medicine鈥�

Biologic agents are often used in treatment of irritable bowel disease (IBD). Matching the appropriate biologic treatment to an individual can be a costly and time-consuming process of trial-and-error. Development of a laboratory protocol to positively match biologic treatments to an individual鈥檚 serum antibody profiles could create personalized treatment plans. This would require identification of novel, specific serum immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody patterns associated with gut mucosa-embedded antigens and association of these antigens with biologic treatment response. This study aimed to establish a serum IgG screening protocol wherein IgG can be reliably separated from serum and patterns visualized. A comparison of two extraction techniques: (i) melon gel and (ii) protein A/G for IgG extraction and purification followed by protein concentration assays, sodium dodecyl sulfate polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE), and two-dimensional gel electrophoresis (2DE) evaluated the efficacy and repeatability of the extraction methods. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) verified IgG presence in final extracts. Melon gel extraction followed by a protein precipitation cleanup process resulted in clear IgG bands in SDS-PAGE, reproducible spot patterns in 2DE, and confirmed presence of IgG which establishes these methods as a promising first step in the IgG pattern identification process.

Date/Time/Location: April 1, 2025, 1:00 pm, Health Sciences Building 323

Everyone is welcome.

Presenter: Farhan Aziz

Title: "Stormwater and Wastewater Flood Risk Assessment for Coastal Communities"

Coastal cities face growing risk of flooding due to climate change, sea-level rise, and aging infrastructure. This research evaluates stormwater and wastewater flooding in Charlottetown using a non-stationary 1D-2D scenario-based modeling approach under future climate, land use, sea-level rise, and population growth scenarios. It also assesses public health risks associated with wastewater flooding, particularly for vulnerable population groups. The study also explores challenges, opportunities, and best management practices for coastal urban flood risk management, including nature-based solutions, smart flood monitoring, digital twins, green infrastructure investments, and resilient urban planning. By integrating wastewater and stormwater flood risk assessment with policy-driven adaptation strategies, this research provides a strategic foundation for enhancing flood resilience in Charlottetown and other coastal communities worldwide.

Date/Time/Location: March 31, 2025, 10:00 am via web conference

If you wish to attend the public presentation, please contact the Graduate Studies Coordinator at gsc@upei.ca to receive the link.

Everyone is welcome.

Presenter: Sarah Doak

Title: 鈥淚dentifying And Defining Health Dimensions for an Inflammatory Bowel Disease-Specific Patient-Reported Experience Measure鈥�

As the incidence and prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) rises in Canada, it is important to consider the quality of care that patients are receiving from their health-care providers. One tool that a researcher can use to measure a patient鈥檚 satisfaction with their care is a Patient-Reported Experience Measure (PREM), a standardized questionnaire used to measure a patient鈥檚 perception of the quality of medical care they have received. While several PREMs are currently used in IBD patient care, few have been validated for use specifically with IBD patients, and most do not use a qualitative approach, i.e. include the patient鈥檚 perceived definition of what constitutes high-quality care. The present study therefore focused on qualitatively capturing the experiences of patients with inflammatory bowel disease on their journey through the health-care system in Prince Edward Island. The data presented in this study are based on information collected during one-on-one interviews with five patients that were receiving ambulatory, IBD-related care in Queens County, PEI, between September to December 2022. Thematic analysis of interview transcripts revealed four general themes: (1) Needing to Plan; (2) Managing Complications; (3) Patient-Provider Communication, and (4) Patient Ability to Access IBD-related Healthcare. Overall, participants felt satisfied with their treatment plans and the quality of care that they received from their health-care providers. This was largely influenced by the ease with which they could access specialized IBD care and the strong communication between themselves and their health-care providers.

Date/Time/Location: April 2, 2025, 1:00 pm, Health Sciences Building 226

Everyone is welcome,

It is time to offer support to our students during exams and final papers. The Chaplaincy Centre continues to host a free meal for students on April 9, with the generous help of many 精童欲女 faculty and staff. There are three chances to volunteer: set up on April 8 and two (2) servings on April 9. Please use to sign up for a 30-minute shift to volunteer. Opportunities to set up, serve, and clean up are available as well as a chance to mingle with students in an informal conversation with good food. 

On Tuesday, April 8, from 9:00-9:30 am, we will set tables and chairs for the next day.  

On Wednesday, April 9, we will offer two serving times:11:30 am-1:00 pm and 4:30-6:00 pm. If slots are full, please check back closer to the day as schedules change and time slots may open up. Contact Sister Sue at sukidd@upei.ca or Lauren at lvanvliet@upei.ca for further information.  

Sister Sue and Lauren

Join 精童欲女 President Wendy Rodgers for casual "coffee chats" at Tim Horton's in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre on Tuesday, April 1 from 8:00-8:45 am.

These coffee chats offer a relaxed setting where any member of the 精童欲女 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.

The Application Review Committee invites campus community members to attend the research and teaching seminar by Dr. Hala Mreiwed, candidate for the Tier II Canada Research Chair in Children, Youth and their Educational Geographies.

Dr. Hala Mreiwed has a PhD in Educational Studies from McGill University (2021). Currently, Dr. Mreiwed is an Assistant Professor in Childhood and Youth Studies at King's University College at Western. Dr. Mreiwed is also the co-chair of the Canadian Coalition for the Rights of Children (CCRC) and previously was the children鈥檚 rights advisor at the Centre for Research-Action on Race Relations (CRARR). Dr. Mreiwed's proposed research interests are in Children's rights education and focus on the rights of children in school and the rights of early childhood educators (ECEs) and teachers and the intersections between these rights.

Teaching Seminar:

• Date/Time: Monday, March 31, 2025, 9:30 am
• Location: Memorial Hall, Room 417
• Virtual link:

Research Seminar: 

• Date/Time: Monday, March 31, 2:00 pm
• Location: Memorial Hall, Room 417
• Virtual link:

The teaching and research seminars will also be recorded and available after the session. Those interested in the recording may contact mlsteele@upei.ca.

Dr. Hilding Neilson, assistant professor, Department of Physics and Physical Oceanography, Memorial University, will give a public lecture titled 鈥淪pace is Part of the Land: Moving from Colonialism and Space Exploitation to Indigenous Models of Operating in Space,鈥� on Wednesday, April 2, from 4:00 to 5:00 pm, Kelley Memorial Building 237, 精童欲女.

The lecture is presented by the 精童欲女 Department of Physics, in collaboration with the Chairs of Inclusion in Science and Engineering (CISE) as part of CISE鈥檚 Spark Lecture Series.

鈥淭he colonization of outer space arguably began with the writings of Von Braun in the 1950s and his manual for sending people to Mars as a new land to conquer,鈥� said Dr. Neilsen. 鈥淭hat colonialism was not novel but follows the same history of European powers colonizing the Americans and other parts of the world, and the same recent history of nations and consortiums developing telescopes on Indigenous lands. In the future, as private actors develop a new space industry, we will see the export of this colonialism to space, to the moon, and one day even to Mars. We are already seeing this today with the development of satellite constellations, some of which are visible by the unaided eye and with the multinational Artemis Accords for lunar exploration.鈥� 

In his talk, Dr. Neilson will review the relationship between astronomy, outer space, and colonization in the past, present, and future, and discuss different ways to relate to outer space and space exploration through the lens of Indigenous methods and knowledge.

All are welcome to attend.

The Canadian Postsecondary Alcohol and Drug Use Survey (CPADS) is live until March 31.  If you are a student attending 精童欲女 consider participating in this very quick survey for the chance to win a $50 gift certificate to the 精童欲女 Bookstore. Go to:. For any student who completes the survey, there is now an option at the end of the survey to leave your email and a draw will be made on April 1 for the two gift certificates.  Thank you to those who choose to participate. The results of this survey can help us understand alcohol and drug use on campus, build awareness of potential harms and develop interventions for individuals who may feel they have developed unhealthy use of alcohol and/or drugs.  

Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in Canada and every three days, someone on PEI is diagnosed with colorectal cancer.

March is Colorectal Cancer Screening Month. Current colorectal cancer screening guidelines on PEI recommend a FIT test (fecal immunochemical test) every two years for Islanders aged 50-74 years of age for average risk individuals. If you are at a higher risk for colorectal cancer (positive family history, blood in the stool, history of colorectal cancer, notice a change in bowel movements, unexplained weight loss, vomiting, experience long-standing diarrhea or constipation) then you should have a colonoscopy and this can be arranged at the 精童欲女 Health & Wellness Centre. 

The FIT test is available for anyone who is average risk and aged 50-74 at the 精童欲女 Health & Wellness Centre, located on the second floor north at the W.A. Murphy Building (above the bookstore). If you identify as being higher risk, make an appointment to see a nurse practitioner at the health centre and they can review the screening that is best for you, referring for gastroenterology consult if necessary.

Detecting colorectal cancer at an earlier stage improves your chances of survival and avoidance of treatment.  For more information, check out .

The Robertson Library invites the campus community to a candidate presentation for the library鈥檚 permanent-track position of Clinical Librarian. 

Candidate: Mr. John Bayhi

Title: evidence-based medicine for undergraduate medical learners

When: Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Where: Robertson Library, Room 264

Mr. John Bayhi will visit the Library on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 for an interview for the Clinical Librarian position.

At 1:00 pm, Mr. Bayhi will give a 45-minute demonstration, on evidence-based medicine for undergraduate medical learners, with 15 minutes for questions and answers.

John holds an ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Studies degree from the University of Oklahoma. He is currently a Librarian and Director for Research Services at the University of Texas at Arlington.  

Library appointments committee: Kim Mears, (Chair), Rosie Le Faive, Lisa Chilton (History),  Sarah Peddle (Medicine), Tammie Muise (Medicine), Joe Gordon (AVC/Medicine)

Join us on Friday, April 4, from 5:00鈥�7:00 pm, at The Fox & Crow as we welcome the 精童欲女 Class of 2025 to our alumni family! This event is open to all 2025 grads and 精童欲女/SDU/PWC alumni.

Celebrate the last day of classes with free refreshments, live entertainment by Ryan Merry, fun door prizes to be won, and more!

• Every 2025 grad in attendance will get a complimentary grad gift! 
• Alumni who RSVP and attend the event will be entered to win an alumni prize pack.
• All 2025 grads who attend will be entered to win additional door prizes.
• Grand prize draw: two lucky grads will each win a $1,000 cash prize* sponsored by TD Insurance.

To RSVP, please fill out the form found  

If you have any questions, please reach out to Faith Phillips at fsteeves@upei.ca or 902-566-0687.

*Only 2025 grads are eligible to win and must be present at the time of draw.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to scramble your way through a presentation you have no control over? It鈥檚 more fun than you think, and you can experience it yourself (or just come to watch!) on Tuesday, April 1, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship in 201 Robertson Library! No pre-registration required!

Note: If you would like to participate, please bring a phone or computer that can access wi-fi or cellular data.

Try the very popular sport of pickleball! This program will run from January 7-April 8.  We have paddles for you to use, but feel free to take your own if you have them. No experience is necessary. This is a great environment to try out the sport and connect with colleagues. The program is FREE for 精童欲女 staff/faculty/retirees and provided by the Healthy Campus Committee.  

Pre-register by logging in at. Be sure to click on the 精童欲女 LOGIN button to enter your upei email address and password. Please do not put your email address in the community email box and/or click on Community. Once logged in, go to the Wellness icon and then click on the class to register. Registration opens six days before each date. You must register weekly.

For assistance or questions, please contact Angela Marchbank, Coordinator, Fitness and Wellness, at amarchbank@upei.ca.

Presenter: Farhan Aziz

Title: "Stormwater and Wastewater Flood Risk Assessment for Coastal Communities"

Coastal cities face growing risk of flooding due to climate change, sea-level rise, and aging infrastructure. This research evaluates stormwater and wastewater flooding in Charlottetown using a non-stationary 1D-2D scenario-based modeling approach under future climate, land use, sea-level rise, and population growth scenarios. It also assesses public health risks associated with wastewater flooding, particularly for vulnerable population groups. The study also explores challenges, opportunities, and best management practices for coastal urban flood risk management, including nature-based solutions, smart flood monitoring, digital twins, green infrastructure investments, and resilient urban planning. By integrating wastewater and stormwater flood risk assessment with policy-driven adaptation strategies, this research provides a strategic foundation for enhancing flood resilience in Charlottetown and other coastal communities worldwide.

Date/Time/Location: March 31, 2025, 10:00 am via web conference

If you wish to attend the public presentation, please contact the Graduate Studies Coordinator at gsc@upei.ca to receive the link.

Everyone is welcome.

Presenter: Marla MacKenzie

Title: 鈥淒evelopment of Proteomic Testing Methods for Patients Diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A First Step Toward Personalized Medicine鈥�

Biologic agents are often used in treatment of irritable bowel disease (IBD). Matching the appropriate biologic treatment to an individual can be a costly and time-consuming process of trial-and-error. Development of a laboratory protocol to positively match biologic treatments to an individual鈥檚 serum antibody profiles could create personalized treatment plans. This would require identification of novel, specific serum immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody patterns associated with gut mucosa-embedded antigens and association of these antigens with biologic treatment response. This study aimed to establish a serum IgG screening protocol wherein IgG can be reliably separated from serum and patterns visualized. A comparison of two extraction techniques: (i) melon gel and (ii) protein A/G for IgG extraction and purification followed by protein concentration assays, sodium dodecyl sulfate polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE), and two-dimensional gel electrophoresis (2DE) evaluated the efficacy and repeatability of the extraction methods. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) verified IgG presence in final extracts. Melon gel extraction followed by a protein precipitation cleanup process resulted in clear IgG bands in SDS-PAGE, reproducible spot patterns in 2DE, and confirmed presence of IgG which establishes these methods as a promising first step in the IgG pattern identification process.

Date/Time/Location: April 1, 2025, 1:00 pm, Health Sciences Building 323

Everyone is welcome.

Presenter: Farhan Aziz

Title: "Stormwater and Wastewater Flood Risk Assessment for Coastal Communities"

Coastal cities face growing risk of flooding due to climate change, sea-level rise, and aging infrastructure. This research evaluates stormwater and wastewater flooding in Charlottetown using a non-stationary 1D-2D scenario-based modeling approach under future climate, land use, sea-level rise, and population growth scenarios. It also assesses public health risks associated with wastewater flooding, particularly for vulnerable population groups. The study also explores challenges, opportunities, and best management practices for coastal urban flood risk management, including nature-based solutions, smart flood monitoring, digital twins, green infrastructure investments, and resilient urban planning. By integrating wastewater and stormwater flood risk assessment with policy-driven adaptation strategies, this research provides a strategic foundation for enhancing flood resilience in Charlottetown and other coastal communities worldwide.

Date/Time/Location: March 31, 2025, 10:00 am via web conference

If you wish to attend the public presentation, please contact the Graduate Studies Coordinator at gsc@upei.ca to receive the link.

Everyone is welcome.

Dear Arts Students,

On behalf of the Faculty of Arts, we are excited to announce Arts Advising Day on April 1, 2025. This event provides you with a valuable opportunity to meet with faculty members in your major and ensure you're on track for graduation. You can also discuss course offerings for the 2025-2026 academic year, both within your major and across the Arts Faculty.

Event Details:

• Date: April 1, 2025
• Time: 12:30 pm鈥�6:00 pm
• Location: Various department-specific locations, with a central hub in the SDU Main Building, Faculty Lounge, Room 201

Faculty members from each department will be available to offer guidance, and the format will vary by department. Some departments will have tables set up in the Faculty Lounge, others will be in their departmental lounges, and some will have bookable individual meetings. Further details on the locations and scheduling will be provided shortly.

In addition to departmental advisors, staff from the Registrar's Office will be available in the Faculty Lounge to assist with any general inquiries.

We look forward to seeing you on April 1, to help you plan for the upcoming academic year and ensure you're on the right track to achieving your academic goals.