Yukon author Joanna Lilley will give reading at 17³Ô¹Ï on April 16
Yukon poet and fiction writer Joanna Lilley will give a public reading as part of an Atlantic Canada tour in the Faculty Lounge, SDU Main Building, 17³Ô¹Ï on Tuesday, April 16, at 7:00 pm.
Born in the south of England, Lilley lived in Wales and Scotland before moving to Whitehorse, Yukon. Before migrating, she earned an MLitt degree in creative writing from the Universities of Glasgow and Strathclyde.
17³Ô¹Ï grants title of Chancellor Emeritus to Honourable Catherine Callbeck
The Honourable Catherine Callbeck, former Chancellor of the 17³Ô¹Ï, has been named Chancellor Emerita in recognition of her outstanding service to the University from 2018 to 2023.
The 17³Ô¹Ï Board of Governors made the decision to grant the title to her at a meeting held on April 2, 2024. The 17³Ô¹Ï Senate had previously endorsed the honour at their meeting on March 15, 2024. She will officially be granted the title during Convocation this May.
17³Ô¹Ï 2024 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition
You are invited to 17³Ô¹Ï's 2024 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition.
3MT is a competition for graduate students in which participants present their research and its wider impact in three minutes or less to a panel of non-specialist judges. The winner of the 17³Ô¹Ï 3MT Competition moves on to the regional 3MT competition in June.
Come cheer on the competitors, and learn more about graduate students' research at 17³Ô¹Ï!
Light refreshments will be provided.
17³Ô¹Ï 2024 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition
You are invited to 17³Ô¹Ï's 2024 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition.
3MT is a competition for graduate students in which participants present their research and its wider impact in 3 minutes or less to a panel of non-specialist judges. The winner of the 17³Ô¹Ï 3MT Competition moves on to the regional 3MT competition in June.
Come cheer on the competitors, and learn more about graduate students' research at 17³Ô¹Ï!
Light refreshments provided.
Dean Smith is thrilled to be here!
Greetings. everyone,
As I step into my role as dean of the Faculty of Medicine, I’d like to share a few thoughts on the road ahead and why I find myself drawn to this opportunity.
Firstly, it’s wonderful to be back on the Island. My wife Jane, our two dogs Murphy and Lincoln, and I recently made the journey from Saskatoon to Stanhope, and the warmth of your Island welcome hasn’t gone unnoticed. We are thrilled to be here. Thank you for making us feel so at home.
Under the Moon: 17³Ô¹Ï Jazz and Popular Music Ensemble Concert
On Tuesday, April 9, the 17³Ô¹Ï Jazz and Popular Music Ensemble will present a night of music titled "Under the Moon." The show begins at 7:30 pm on the SDU stage at the 17³Ô¹Ï Steel Recital Hall.
Under the leadership of Shawn Doiron, the night will feature a variety of musical genres from old classics to modern pop hits. There will be many featured vocalists and instrumental soloists, as well as performances of original music by ensemble members.
Admission is $20 for adults and $10 for students, payable by cash at the door.
17³Ô¹Ï Choral Concert
The 17³Ô¹Ï Concert Choir and Chamber Singers will perform an evening of choral music on Saturday, April 6, at the SDU Stage, Dr. Steel Recital Hall. Under the direction of Sung Ha Shin-Bouey, the ensembles will perform Christopher Tin’s Sogno di Volare, an inspirational theme song from the video game Civilization VI; staged musical selections from the opera Carmen; Mass in G by Schubert; and choral gems by Byrd, Whitacre and Rutter, among others.
Admission, payable by cash at the door, is $20 for adults and $10 for students.
Atlantic Veterinary College Alumni Reception - APVC
The AVC Dean’s Office will host an alumni reception during the Atlantic Provinces Veterinary Conference on Saturday, April 20 from 6-7:30 pm, at the Hotel Halifax. AVC alumni are invited to attend and enjoy good food and conversation while learning about the exciting things the AVC is planning for the future.
Please RSVP by emailing Apryl Munro at apmunro@upei.ca.
Atlantic Veterinary College | White Coat Ceremony and Awards Night
The Atlantic Veterinary College will host its 2024 White Coat Ceremony and Awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 14, at 2 p.m. at the Performing Arts Centre at the 17³Ô¹Ï. This annual event celebrates graduates of the doctor of veterinary medicine program.
17³Ô¹Ï Board of Governors approves balanced operating budget with focus on student and employee supports
On April 2, the 17³Ô¹Ï Board of Governors approved a balanced of just under $183 million dollars for the 2024–2025 fiscal year, representing growth of almost 12 per cent in both revenues and expenses. The University is making substantial investments in employees, particularly those involved with providing frontline services to students, staff, and faculty. Salary and benefits for faculty and staff comprise 73 per cent of expenses in the 2024–2025 budget.
