麻豆传媒

The third international conference on Small Island States and Subnational Island Jurisdictions is coming to 麻豆传媒 in June! This conference will explore the evolving discussion of climate change on islands, and will include speakers from 麻豆传媒 and all around the world, as well as multiple workshops throughout the week and an artist showcase!

The last day for early bird registration is April 15, but tickets will remain available afterwards until June!  

For more information, visit the conference website . 

Members of the 麻豆传媒 campus community who are eligible to vote in the upcoming federal election may cast their vote by special ballot from April鈥�13 to 16 in the Student Day Lounge, W.A. Murphy Student Centre.  

The Vote on Campus hours of operation at 麻豆传媒 are 

• Sunday, April 13, 12:00 to 4:00 pm
• Monday, April鈥�14, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
• Tuesday, April鈥�15, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
• Wednesday, April鈥�16, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm

Voters will need to bring ID in order to vote. Go to鈥� for more information. Voters will vote for a candidate in the riding where their鈥�鈥痠s located.

For more information about voting by special ballot, go to . 

MSc in Human Biology

Presenter:  Lauren Reid

Title of the Thesis:  鈥淚nflammatory Bowel Disease: An Evaluation of Mechanisms and Treatments鈥�

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation and a breakdown of the mucous membrane of the intestinal tract. Its pathology is not fully known, but influencing factors include genetics, microbiome diversity, immune system alterations and environmental factors. An increase in the prevalence of IBD, especially in adolescents, is being observed. This project aimed to gather more information on a common IBD therapeutic, Remicade庐 (infliximab) as a treatment strategy for adolescents with IBD. An in vitro model was developed to further study this drug, and a systematic review was conducted to evaluate the optimal dosing strategy of Remicade庐 for adolescents living with IBD. Overall, findings from this thesis provide insight into potential disease models and treatments for IBD. It is an expansion to the already existing body of knowledge surrounding this disease.

April 17, 2025 9:00 am, Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Room 329

Everyone is welcome. 

As part of our ongoing efforts to support students in need, the 麻豆传媒 Campus Food Bank is seeking your generous donations of non-perishable food items. Every month, we provide essential items to students who may be struggling, and with your help, we can continue to make a positive impact!

We are especially in need of the following items:

• Canned Tuna
• Canned Sardines
• Canned Mushrooms
• Canned Corn (Niblett)
• Canned Baked Beans
• Canned Soup
• Canned Pasta
• Canned Pasta Sauces
• Canned Diced Tomatoes
• Snack Bars

These items are quick, nutritious, and can make a world of difference for a student who is facing a tough time. Your donations will go directly into helping someone in need!

How You Can Help:

1. Drop off your donations at W.A Murphy Student Centre on the second floor during office hours.
2. Organize a donation drive in your department or student group.
3. Spread the word and encourage your friends and classmates to contribute!

Every can counts, and together, we can help make sure no student goes hungry. Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated.

Thank you for your ongoing support! If you have any larger donations to make, please email foodbank@upei.ca

The Faculty of Education would like to invite all to attend Nafiz Haider's public presentation of his MEd research titled: "Inquiry-based Learning: Perceptions and Impact on Learning"

Please join us on April 17, at 1:00 pm, in person at Memorial Hall, Room 417 or through the Zoom link below 

Meeting ID

615 5472 4224

Passcode

500173

Economic and community development professional Audrey Keating will give a lecture titled 鈥淭he Magdalen Islands: A Living Lab for Territorial Innovation鈥� on Tuesday, April 15, at 7:00 pm in the Faculty Lounge, Room 201, SDU Main Building.

Part of the 麻豆传媒 Institute of Island Studies鈥� 2025 Island Lecture Series, the lecture is free and open to everyone. 

Keating will talk about how the Magdalen Islands are leveraging its unique environment to foster economic development opportunities.

鈥淛ust a ferry ride away, the Magdalen Islands are emerging as a dynamic testing ground for innovation,鈥� she said. 鈥淲e will explore how the region attracts businesses and startups eager to validate their solutions鈥攆rom ocean tech to age tech鈥攊n real-world conditions.鈥�

Keating is currently Commissioner for Business Development and Partnerships at La Vague, an innovation and development corporation leading the Magdalen Islands鈥� investment attraction strategy. Previously at the Community Economic Development and Employability Corporation, she fostered partnerships across public, private, and civil sectors to support English-speaking communities in Qu茅bec. She holds an honours degree in international studies and a certificate in modern languages from Bishop's University. Passionate about collaboration, she engages with diverse organizations to drive economic growth and strengthen community well-being.

This 2-day workshop is designed to immerse participants in the world of AI. It is aimed at students and professionals interested in discovering and applying Machine Learning (ML) and Deep Learning (DL) techniques. Day 1 dives into the fundamentals of ML. In Day 2, we explore advanced DL techniques. Understand the key concepts and algorithms of ML, participate in practical sessions to strengthen your skills, and obtain a globally recognized NVIDIA certification for Fundamentals of Deep Learning. Prerequisites: Basic computer skills, statistics, basic programming in Python.

This two-day virtual workshop will be held on April 23 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and April 24, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. To register, go to

麻豆传媒 Procurement Services is currently taking bids on a used Steinway 6ft grand piano. 

Bids are being accepted in the University's e-tendering portal Bonfire until April 23, 2025, at 2:00 pm. This portal requires you to register by creating a username and password as your 麻豆传媒 credentials are not connected to this system. When registering for the Bonfire portal, please put your name in the vendor name and contact name fields. You can access the information about this opportunity at

If you require assistance, please email tenders@upei.ca

Donations to the 麻豆传媒 and AVC Annual Fund Campaigns help enhance student experiences inside and outside the classroom.

In recent years, contributions have been used for important investments in cutting edge technology, for the purchase of laboratory supplies, to refurbish study spaces, and to provide funding for experiential learning opportunities.

The postal strike last fall delayed both campaigns and as the end of fiscal year approaches, both remain slightly lower than previous years. Big thanks go out to all the faculty, staff and retirees who have already donated, your contributions represent a significant portion of funds raised to date. If you haven鈥檛 contributed yet, there is still time to help us reach our 2024-25 campaign goals.

Employees of 麻豆传媒 can support the Annual Fund by giving through payroll deduction. To learn more, please visit: /friends/employee-giving. 

What is with all of this casting of pods lately? From the edges of the blogosphere in the days before the ubiquity of YouTube, podcasting became a thing. Its shape and scope have changed, but it remains a complex tableau of digitally dynamic, microphone-centred, for-you-by-you content design. When explaining the phenomenon, we can apply 鈥渕ulti-,鈥� 鈥渋nter-,鈥� and 鈥渢rans-鈥� to all of our descriptors. Podcasting is multicultural, interdisciplinary, and transmedial (and all of the other combinations). Podcasting embraces digital-age culture with a kind of technophobic charm. Podcasting is rigorously research-based and terrifyingly casual with the truth. Podcasting is elitist and thus committed to accessibility. Podcasting is carefully designed and completely spontaneous.

Podcasting is becoming an emergent, dynamic, and transformative part of scholarly life. Increasingly, employers, grad school recruiters, start-ups, and nonprofit managers are looking for students with podcasting experience.

Using a collaborative, student-centred, inquiry-based pedagogical approach鈥攁ll important parts of podcasting culture鈥擝renton Dickieson taught the inaugural podcasting course in Applied Communications, Leadership, and Culture (ACLC) in Winter 2025. As an interdisciplinary applied arts program with a communications and cultural engagement focus, a workshop-styled course on podcasting makes a lot of sense. 

While Brenton is the host and co-producer of the MaudCast: The Podcast of the L.M. Montgomery Institute, and has some experience teaching, he is not an expert in podcasting. In this lunch and learn, Brenton reflects upon an intense, beautiful, and learning-filled semester guiding students through the 5 stages of podcast design鈥攆rom concept to product launch.

April 16, 12:00 pm, Teaching and Learning Centre, Robertson Library Annex, Room 230 

Members of the 麻豆传媒 campus community who are eligible to vote in the upcoming federal election may cast their vote by special ballot from April鈥�13 to 16 in the Student Day Lounge, W.A. Murphy Student Centre.  

The Vote on Campus hours of operation at 麻豆传媒 are 

• Sunday, April 13, 12:00 to 4:00 pm
• Monday, April鈥�14, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
• Tuesday, April鈥�15, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
• Wednesday, April鈥�16, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm

Voters will need to bring ID in order to vote. Go to鈥� for more information. Voters will vote for a candidate in the riding where their鈥�鈥痠s located.

For more information about voting by special ballot, go to . 

MSc in Human Biology

Presenter:  Lauren Reid

Title of the Thesis:  鈥淚nflammatory Bowel Disease: An Evaluation of Mechanisms and Treatments鈥�

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation and a breakdown of the mucous membrane of the intestinal tract. Its pathology is not fully known, but influencing factors include genetics, microbiome diversity, immune system alterations and environmental factors. An increase in the prevalence of IBD, especially in adolescents, is being observed. This project aimed to gather more information on a common IBD therapeutic, Remicade庐 (infliximab) as a treatment strategy for adolescents with IBD. An in vitro model was developed to further study this drug, and a systematic review was conducted to evaluate the optimal dosing strategy of Remicade庐 for adolescents living with IBD. Overall, findings from this thesis provide insight into potential disease models and treatments for IBD. It is an expansion to the already existing body of knowledge surrounding this disease.

April 17, 2025 9:00 am, Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Room 329

Everyone is welcome. 

Master of Arts in Island Studies student Mark Carr-Rollitt will defend his thesis entitled "The Pulse of the Islands: Deconstructing rhythm as expression and agency in Cuba, Jamaica, and Quisqueya" on Wednesday, April 16, at 7:00 pm in SDU Main Building, Room 211. Supervisor is Dr. Laurie Brinklow (Island Studies), with committee members Dr. James Moran (History) and Dr. Kate Bevan-Baker (McGill University). External Examiner is Dr. Waldo Girrado (Western Sydney University, Australia). Chairing the defence is Dr. Lisa Chilton (History). 

Everyone is invited! If you'd like to join online please email Laurie at brinklow@upei.ca for the link.

Classes are over; you just have to make it through exams. The library is here to help, and not just with books and research advice. April 10-22, in the Robertson Library Lobby, we've scheduled 10 surprises, featuring a treat, craft, or activity to give your brain a break. Follow @RobertsonLibrary on Instagram and Facebook so you never miss a Pop-Up Surprise. (Here's a freebie: we're co-hosting a coffee break with Dana Hospitality, Monday April 14 at 2:00 pm!)  

We have transformed the lobby lounge into the Stress-Free Zone for the duration of exams. Relax with colouring pages, yarn, origami, and so much more!   

Good luck on your finals! 

As part of our ongoing efforts to support students in need, the 麻豆传媒 Campus Food Bank is seeking your generous donations of non-perishable food items. Every month, we provide essential items to students who may be struggling, and with your help, we can continue to make a positive impact!

We are especially in need of the following items:

• Canned Tuna
• Canned Sardines
• Canned Mushrooms
• Canned Corn (Niblett)
• Canned Baked Beans
• Canned Soup
• Canned Pasta
• Canned Pasta Sauces
• Canned Diced Tomatoes
• Snack Bars

These items are quick, nutritious, and can make a world of difference for a student who is facing a tough time. Your donations will go directly into helping someone in need!

How You Can Help:

1. Drop off your donations at W.A Murphy Student Centre on the second floor during office hours.
2. Organize a donation drive in your department or student group.
3. Spread the word and encourage your friends and classmates to contribute!

Every can counts, and together, we can help make sure no student goes hungry. Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated.

Thank you for your ongoing support! If you have any larger donations to make, please email foodbank@upei.ca

The Faculty of Education would like to invite all to attend Nafiz Haider's public presentation of his MEd research titled: "Inquiry-based Learning: Perceptions and Impact on Learning"

Please join us on April 17, at 1:00 pm, in person at Memorial Hall, Room 417 or through the Zoom link below 

Meeting ID

615 5472 4224

Passcode

500173

Economic and community development professional Audrey Keating will give a lecture titled 鈥淭he Magdalen Islands: A Living Lab for Territorial Innovation鈥� on Tuesday, April 15, at 7:00 pm in the Faculty Lounge, Room 201, SDU Main Building.

Part of the 麻豆传媒 Institute of Island Studies鈥� 2025 Island Lecture Series, the lecture is free and open to everyone. 

Keating will talk about how the Magdalen Islands are leveraging its unique environment to foster economic development opportunities.

鈥淛ust a ferry ride away, the Magdalen Islands are emerging as a dynamic testing ground for innovation,鈥� she said. 鈥淲e will explore how the region attracts businesses and startups eager to validate their solutions鈥攆rom ocean tech to age tech鈥攊n real-world conditions.鈥�

Keating is currently Commissioner for Business Development and Partnerships at La Vague, an innovation and development corporation leading the Magdalen Islands鈥� investment attraction strategy. Previously at the Community Economic Development and Employability Corporation, she fostered partnerships across public, private, and civil sectors to support English-speaking communities in Qu茅bec. She holds an honours degree in international studies and a certificate in modern languages from Bishop's University. Passionate about collaboration, she engages with diverse organizations to drive economic growth and strengthen community well-being.

The Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts, invites all to attend Joy Nnadi's public dissertation defense presentation of her PsyD research titled: 鈥淰alue Congruence, Identity, Adaptation and Well-being in Immigrants to Canada: An Exploratory Study on their Relationships鈥�. 

Date and Time: April 22, 2025 at 3:00 pm 
Location: Memorial Hall, Room 104

Thank you to more than 240 students who completed the CPADs survey. Because so many students came forward and completed the survey, 麻豆传媒 will be able to have its own results which can assist us to understand alcohol and drug use on our campus and plan for interventions. 

The winners of the 2 draws for $50 gift certificates at the 麻豆传媒 Bookstore are J. Taylor and K Paudel. Congratulations and thank you for completing the survey!!

Master of Arts in Island Studies student Eliza MacLauchlan will defend her thesis entitled "'You earn less and you work more': A political economy of temporary foreign workers in Prince Edward Island" on Tuesday, April 15, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm, in SDU Main Building, Room 211. Thesis co-supervisors are Drs. Jean Mitchell and Udo Krautwurst (Soc/Anth), and committee member is Dr. Pamela Courtenay-Hall (Philosophy). External examiner is Dr. Ryan Gibson (University of Guelph). 

Everyone is welcome to attend. If you'd like to join online, please email Laurie at brinklow@upei.ca for a link.