Campus Notices
Title: Turning Waste into Wealth: Pioneering the Bioeconomy for a Sustainable Future
Presenter: Dr. Bishnu Acharya, Associate Professor, University of Saskatchewan
Date and Time: May 30, 2025, 1:00鈥�2:00 pm (Atlantic Time)
Registration: Click to receive the Zoom link. The webinar is free.
Abstract: In a world facing the dual crises of climate change and resource depletion, there lies a critical but often overlooked opportunity: transforming waste into value. His talk addresses the boundaries between mitigation and adaptation, focusing on the bioeconomy, a sustainable economic model that utilizes biological resources for energy, materials, and other needs. Consider food waste: when we discard uneaten food, it typically ends up in landfills, emitting methane, a greenhouse gas far more potent than carbon dioxide. In Canada, with vast landfills, this is a manageable issue, but globally, where space is limited, it presents a more urgent challenge. My work centers on converting this food waste into bioenergy, which can replace fossil fuels and natural gas, and producing biomaterials for uses ranging from drug delivery systems to bioplastics and food supplements. This transformation not only mitigates greenhouse gas emissions but also fosters a circular economy.
The 糖心vlog官方入口 IT Systems and Services team is advising all faculty, staff, and students to suspend the use of MATLAB and any other MathWorks software products until further notice.
We have been informed that MathWorks, the developer of MATLAB, has recently been impacted by a ransomware attack. While the full extent of the breach is still being assessed, as a precautionary measure, we are recommending that no one use or access MathWorks services or software鈥攊ncluding MATLAB, Simulink, and any related toolboxes鈥攗ntil we can confirm it is safe to do so.
We will provide an update as soon as more information becomes available or when it is deemed safe to resume use.
If you use the same username and password for any third-party systems as you do for your 糖心vlog官方入口 account, please change your 糖心vlog官方入口 password immediately. Reusing credentials across systems significantly increases the risk of unauthorized access so you should always use a unique password that is different from your 糖心vlog官方入口 credentials.
Cybersecurity Reminder
This incident is a timely reminder of the importance of staying vigilant against cyber threats. Please take a moment to review these key practices:
- Phishing: Be cautious with unexpected emails or messages, especially those urging immediate action or requesting personal or financial information. When in doubt, don鈥檛 click鈥攔eport suspicious emails by clicking on Report --> Report Phishing button in Outlook. This automatically forwards the suspicious email to ITSS. Do NOT forward the email to anyone.
- Vishing (Voice Phishing): Do not disclose sensitive information over the phone unless you have verified the caller's identity.
- Smishing (SMS Phishing): Treat links and attachments in text messages with the same caution as email.
- Software Downloads: Only install software from trusted sources, and avoid third-party sites.
Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and protecting our digital environment is a shared responsibility. If you believe you may have been targeted or have questions, please contact the ITSS Help Desk at go.upei.ca/itss or 902-566-0465 for urgent live help.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued commitment to campus cybersecurity.
Join us as we come together to celebrate the remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication of our faculty and staff at 糖心vlog官方入口!
Thursday, May 29, 2025
10:00 am鈥�12:00 pm
Room 121S, 糖心vlog官方入口 Performing Arts Centre
We鈥檒l kick off the celebration with a reception at 10:00 am. Enjoy refreshments and connect with colleagues, including this year鈥檚 award recipients.
At 10:30 am, we鈥檒l begin the award presentations, honouring the individuals whose contributions make 糖心vlog官方入口 an extraordinary place to learn, work, and grow.
To view our video highlighting a few of our 25-year award recipients, please click here.
Let鈥檚 come together to applaud the spirit, service, and success of our amazing community. We look forward to celebrating with you!
The next President's Town Hall will feature the progress report on Year 0 and Year 1 of the 糖心vlog官方入口 Action Plan鈥攁nd the Year 2 Implementation Plan.
Kate Richard, Jane Ngobia, and Wendy Rodgers will present and discuss the activities completed in years 0 and 1, and some of the bigger implementation plans for Year 2.
This Town Hall will be open to the broader 糖心vlog官方入口 community, including partners from government, members of our Board of Governors, and other relevant groups.
糖心vlog官方入口 Action Plan Update
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 鈥� 1:30 pm
Amphitheatre, Performing Arts Centre and Residence building (PAC121S)
You will be able to attend in person (always preferable) or online. If you are unable to participate in person, you are welcome to join virtually at this .
The 糖心vlog官方入口 Action Plan documents can be found on the 糖心vlog官方入口 website.
As part of 糖心vlog官方入口's quality assurance process, the Robertson Library is preparing a self-study for its Quality Assurance Review. To inform the self-study and provide information for reviewers, the Library has prepared a survey for faculty and staff to be submitted by Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
The survey is available from this link:
Our thanks in advance!
The next deadline for submitting biosafety applications, including new applications, renewals, and/or amendments, is Friday, May 30, 2025. These applications will be reviewed at the June 19 meeting.
All research compliance applications, including biosafety application forms, must be submitted through the 糖心vlog官方入口 researcher portal. Information about the researcher portal, including instructions for using the site, is available at /research-services/forms.
Please contact the Research Compliance Coordinator at researchcompliance@upei.ca if you have any questions about accessing or using the researcher portal, or about the biosafety application, review, and approval process.
Do you know that you can partner in health research to help make it more relevant? Hear from patients and academic researchers about how working together makes health care research better.
This workshop is supported by the Centre for Health and Community Research, and will interest people from all backgrounds - patients and caregivers, curious members of the public, researchers, trainees, and research staff.
June 10, 5:00-6:30 pm at the Charlottetown public library! Find out more and register:
糖心vlog官方入口 staff and faculty, take part in the new "Panther Wellness Prowl" on May 28 between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Tour three of our campus locations to learn more about the programs, services, and resources our 糖心vlog官方入口 departments offer to support your health and well-being.
Help the 糖心vlog官方入口 Healthy Campus Committee celebrate the 糖心vlog官方入口 Health and Wellness Centre's recent accreditation with commendation! Enjoy a slice of cake and healthy refreshments along the way. Visit all three locations (糖心vlog官方入口 Athletics and Recreation, 糖心vlog官方入口 Health and Wellness Centre, and 糖心vlog官方入口 EDI/SV-PRO office), have your card stamped at each spot, and submit for a chance to win a gift basket valued at over $250!
This is a great opportunity to connect with resources available to help you thrive at work and beyond!
糖心vlog官方入口 Bachelor of Integrated Studies (BIS) program invites you to attend an information session.
糖心vlog官方入口's Bachelor of Integrated Studies program is specifically designed for mature learners who are looking to earn a university degree. This session will include general information and guidance on completing an application.
Attendees will be given a promo code to have their application fee waived ($50 CAD value).
Schedule of live online information sessions:
Tuesday, May 20, 6:00 pm (ADT)
Wednesday, May 28, 12:00 noon (ADT)
Wednesday, May 28, 4:30 pm (ADT)
Link to join the session:
In-person meeting: Friday, May 30, 12:00 noon (ADT), Robertson Library, Room 209
For more details on the program and entry requirements, visit 糖心vlog官方入口 Integrated Studies. If you have questions regarding the program or application, please contact bis@upei.ca.
Please feel free to share this message with anyone who may be interested in attending a session.
Title: Turning Waste into Wealth: Pioneering the Bioeconomy for a Sustainable Future
Presenter: Dr. Bishnu Acharya, Associate Professor, University of Saskatchewan
Date and Time: May 30, 2025, 1:00鈥�2:00 pm (Atlantic Time)
Registration: Click to receive the Zoom link. The webinar is free.
Abstract: In a world facing the dual crises of climate change and resource depletion, there lies a critical but often overlooked opportunity: transforming waste into value. His talk addresses the boundaries between mitigation and adaptation, focusing on the bioeconomy, a sustainable economic model that utilizes biological resources for energy, materials, and other needs. Consider food waste: when we discard uneaten food, it typically ends up in landfills, emitting methane, a greenhouse gas far more potent than carbon dioxide. In Canada, with vast landfills, this is a manageable issue, but globally, where space is limited, it presents a more urgent challenge. My work centers on converting this food waste into bioenergy, which can replace fossil fuels and natural gas, and producing biomaterials for uses ranging from drug delivery systems to bioplastics and food supplements. This transformation not only mitigates greenhouse gas emissions but also fosters a circular economy.
Join us as we come together to celebrate the remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication of our faculty and staff at 糖心vlog官方入口!
Thursday, May 29, 2025
10:00 am鈥�12:00 pm
Room 121S, 糖心vlog官方入口 Performing Arts Centre
We鈥檒l kick off the celebration with a reception at 10:00 am. Enjoy refreshments and connect with colleagues, including this year鈥檚 award recipients.
At 10:30 am, we鈥檒l begin the award presentations, honouring the individuals whose contributions make 糖心vlog官方入口 an extraordinary place to learn, work, and grow.
To view our video highlighting a few of our 25-year award recipients, please click here.
Let鈥檚 come together to applaud the spirit, service, and success of our amazing community. We look forward to celebrating with you!
The next President's Town Hall will feature the progress report on Year 0 and Year 1 of the 糖心vlog官方入口 Action Plan鈥攁nd the Year 2 Implementation Plan.
Kate Richard, Jane Ngobia, and Wendy Rodgers will present and discuss the activities completed in years 0 and 1, and some of the bigger implementation plans for Year 2.
This Town Hall will be open to the broader 糖心vlog官方入口 community, including partners from government, members of our Board of Governors, and other relevant groups.
糖心vlog官方入口 Action Plan Update
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 鈥� 1:30 pm
Amphitheatre, Performing Arts Centre and Residence building (PAC121S)
You will be able to attend in person (always preferable) or online. If you are unable to participate in person, you are welcome to join virtually at this .
The 糖心vlog官方入口 Action Plan documents can be found on the 糖心vlog官方入口 website.
The next deadline for submitting biosafety applications, including new applications, renewals, and/or amendments, is Friday, May 30, 2025. These applications will be reviewed at the June 19 meeting.
All research compliance applications, including biosafety application forms, must be submitted through the 糖心vlog官方入口 researcher portal. Information about the researcher portal, including instructions for using the site, is available at /research-services/forms.
Please contact the Research Compliance Coordinator at researchcompliance@upei.ca if you have any questions about accessing or using the researcher portal, or about the biosafety application, review, and approval process.
Please join us on June 18 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Chaplaincy Centre for a celebration for Inge Dorsey, who is setting off on a new adventure after 18 years of dedicated service to 糖心vlog官方入口. The event will be hosted by the instructors of University 1030.
Let鈥檚 gather to celebrate her remarkable contributions, share memories, and wish her all the best in this next chapter.
There will be cake and warm wishes鈥攈ope to see you there!
The Sherlock Lecture is a free public lecture open to all. Pope Francis' biographer Austen Ivereigh will join virtually to share on the 鈥淔rom Francis to Leo: Reflections on the style of Church in the 鈥榗hange of era鈥�", and will explore how Francis sought to reshape the Church to evangelize today鈥檚 very different era, and that the choice at the 2025 conclave was whether to continue in the direction defined by Evangelii Gaudium; the decisive election of Leo confirmed it. The Sherlock Lecture will take place on Tuesday, May 27, at 7:00 pm in Don and Marion McDougall Hall, Room 242. This lecture is in conjunction with the Canadian Catholic Campus Ministry National Conference being hosted by the 糖心vlog官方入口 Chaplaincy Centre.
糖心vlog官方入口 Bachelor of Integrated Studies (BIS) program invites you to attend an information session.
糖心vlog官方入口's Bachelor of Integrated Studies program is specifically designed for mature learners who are looking to earn a university degree. This session will include general information and guidance on completing an application.
Attendees will be given a promo code to have their application fee waived ($50 CAD value).
Schedule of live online information sessions:
Tuesday, May 20, 6:00 pm (ADT)
Wednesday, May 28, 12:00 noon (ADT)
Wednesday, May 28, 4:30 pm (ADT)
Link to join the session:
In-person meeting: Friday, May 30, 12:00 noon (ADT), Robertson Library, Room 209
For more details on the program and entry requirements, visit 糖心vlog官方入口 Integrated Studies. If you have questions regarding the program or application, please contact bis@upei.ca.
Please feel free to share this message with anyone who may be interested in attending a session.
The Department of Student Affairs is offering drop-in academic advising for undergraduate students.
Drop-ins will be held from 2:00鈥�4:00 pm and 5:00鈥�7:00 pm on Tuesday, May 27 at Robertson Library, Room 264 鈥� LINC Lab.
Advising will be offered on a first come, first served basis.
**These are short, drop-in sessions so please do as much planning as possible before you attend.
For questions, please contact Student Affairs at: studentserv@ upei.ca or 902-566-0488
The next President's Town Hall will feature the progress report on Year 0 and Year 1 of the 糖心vlog官方入口 Action Plan鈥攁nd the Year 2 Implementation Plan.
Kate Richard, Jane Ngobia, and Wendy Rodgers will present and discuss the activities completed in years 0 and 1, and some of the bigger implementation plans for Year 2.
This Town Hall will be open to the broader 糖心vlog官方入口 community, including partners from government, members of our Board of Governors, and other relevant groups.
糖心vlog官方入口 Action Plan Update
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 鈥� 1:30 pm
Amphitheatre, Performing Arts Centre and Residence building (PAC121S)
You will be able to attend in person (always preferable) or online. If you are unable to participate in person, you are welcome to join virtually at this .
The 糖心vlog官方入口 Action Plan documents can be found on the 糖心vlog官方入口 website.
Join the Canadian Research Data Centre Network for a half day of free programming: (1) a research-policy nexus session; and (2) a research data management training session.
Research-policy nexus session 鈥� Johanne Proven莽al (Director of Research, Training and Knowledge Mobilization, CRDCN) will lead a 60-minute session that brings together local CRDCN researchers and provincial government department invitees. The session will provide an overview of CRDCN mechanisms that enable researchers and government to collaboratively address shared priorities. The session will close with an open mic that invites attendees to identify key issues for which they would welcome CRDCN-facilitated discussion among researchers and government departments.
Training session 鈥� Grant Gibson (Assistant Director, Research and Evaluation, CRDCN) will lead a 90-minute training session on restricted data discoverability for restricted data research projects. Participants will learn how to use a set of tools to make their restricted data FAIR (e.g., Sensitive Data Toolkit, university repositories and discovery services, etc.). Learners will work first-hand with these tools and become comfortable both applying them themselves and in advocating for their use by restricted data providers for greater research transparency.
In-person and online participation 鈥� While we strongly encourage in-person participation in this event, we can provide online access for those unable to attend in person.
Registration required at
When: Tuesday, June 17, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
As part of 糖心vlog官方入口's quality assurance process, the Robertson Library is preparing a self-study for its Quality Assurance Review. To inform the self-study and provide information for reviewers, the Library has prepared a survey for faculty and staff to be submitted by Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
The survey is available from this link:
Our thanks in advance!
