"The highlights were the incredible places we explored and the amazing people we met."

What brought you to UPEI? Why did you choose to study here? 

Alex: We are both from the Island! I'm from New Haven, and Rowan is from Cornwall. As someone from the province, attending ´ó·¢¿ìÈý²ÊƱmade the most sense financially for me. However, the ultimate deciding factor for me was my desire to study abroad, which I feel wouldn't have been possible at another university. 

´ó·¢¿ìÈý²ÊƱfaculty member receives international Charles S. Falkenberg Award

Dr. Xander Wang, a professor in UPEI’s Applied Climate Change and Adaptation program and director of the ´ó·¢¿ìÈý²ÊƱClimate Smart Lab, has been awarded the prestigious American Geophysical Union’s (AGU) for his outstanding contributions to the advancement of geospatial data visualization technology to increase public awareness of climate change.

´ó·¢¿ìÈý²ÊƱhonours 2024 Founders during ceremony on December 18

The ´ó·¢¿ìÈý²ÊƱ held its 23rd Recognition of Founders ceremony on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in the ´ó·¢¿ìÈý²ÊƱPerforming Arts Centre and Residence building.

This award acknowledges those who have contributed to the University in a significant way and to honour the many contributions, commitments, and sacrifices that have brought higher education in PEI to where it is today.

Piano recital by Heather Taves: Beethoven Sonata Journey

UPEI’s Department of Music kicks off its winter concert series with a piano recital featuring Heather Taves, whose Beethoven Sonata Journey is remarkable and moving. First and foremost, she is a stunning pianist, bringing her formidable technique to these great works. But she is also a brilliant thinker, and in her spoken introductions to each sonata, she illuminates the complex relationships that connect Beethoven and his world, the instrument, the audience and its world, and Heather herself.

Atlantic Veterinary College declares Santa’s reindeer fit to fly

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the ´ó·¢¿ìÈý²ÊƱ (UPEI) has officially given Santa’s reindeer the all-clear for their annual Christmas Eve journey around the globe. After giving all nine reindeer a comprehensive health check earlier this month, the team confirmed that they are in top physical condition and ready to guide Santa’s sleigh.

´ó·¢¿ìÈý²ÊƱBoard of Governors modifies tuition deposits for international students

The following information was also sent by email to students, staff, and faculty on December 17, 2024.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced in January 2024 that they were putting restrictions in place to reduce the number of new international undergraduate students entering Canada.