IslandRISE Inclusive STEM Community Building Workshop
The IslandRISE Inclusive STEM Community Building Workshop aims to investigate the current state of EDI within the 17吃瓜 STEM community and engage participants in a collaborative process to define needs and next steps.
"The highlights were the incredible places we explored and the amazing people we met."
What brought you to 17吃瓜? 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 17吃瓜 made 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.
17吃瓜 faculty member receives international Charles S. Falkenberg Award
Dr. Xander Wang, a professor in 17吃瓜鈥檚 Applied Climate Change and Adaptation program and director of the 17吃瓜 Climate Smart Lab, has been awarded the prestigious American Geophysical Union鈥檚 (AGU) for his outstanding contributions to the advancement of geospatial data visualization technology to increase public awareness of climate change.
17吃瓜 psychology students promote pathways to peace to the campus community
Students in Dr. Stacey MacKinnon鈥檚 fourth-year Psychology of Good and Evil class wrapped up their fall semester by hosting a 17吃瓜 Pathways to Peace Day in late November in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre.
17吃瓜 honours 2024 Founders during ceremony on December 18
The 17吃瓜 held its 23rd Recognition of Founders ceremony on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in the 17吃瓜 Performing 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
17吃瓜鈥檚 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.
Jed Davies named new head coach of the 17吃瓜 Soccer Panthers
The 17吃瓜 is excited to welcome Jed Davies as the new head coach of the women鈥檚 and men鈥檚 soccer teams.
Atlantic Veterinary College declares Santa鈥檚 reindeer fit to fly
The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the 17吃瓜 (17吃瓜) has officially given Santa鈥檚 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鈥檚 sleigh.
17吃瓜 Board 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.
Celebrate our 2024 Founders on December 18
Dr. Wendy Rodgers, President and Vice-Chancellor, cordially invites you and your guests to attend the Recognition of Founders Ceremony on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, to honour this year's Founders: Vickie Johnston, Dr. Michael Liu, and the Saint Dunstan鈥檚 University Board of Governors.
