University of Prince Edward Island

06/01/2026

"The Paramedicine program at UPEI is strengthening my clinical expertise, science knowledge, and research skills, which I apply directly in emergency care. It also develops critical thinking, communication, and leadership abilities, preparing me for broader responsibilities."

Bibin Peter is a paramedic with Island EMS, and graduate of UPEI's Paramedicine degree program.

05/30/2026

We're still riding the high from Convocation 2026! 🧑🏼‍🎓👨🏾‍🎓
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Congratulations again, graduates! We’re so proud of everything you’ve accomplished!

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05/21/2026

The entire UPEI community was saddened to hear of Dr. Irving's passing. Our sympathies go to his family, friends, and colleagues.

UPEI extends deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of business leader and philanthropist Robert K. Irving, LLD, who passed away on Tuesday, May 19, at his home in Moncton, New Brunswick, after a courageous battle with cancer.

05/20/2026

"By completing my Paramedicine degree, I have so many more opportunities."

Jamie Jenkins is starting her second year of UPEI's Paramedicine program in Fall 2026.

05/15/2026

Congratulations to the UPEI Class of 2026!

The University of Prince Edward Island was filled with excitement and celebration this past week as more than 1,300 members of the Class of 2026 crossed the stage to receive their undergraduate and graduate degrees.

05/15/2026

That's a wrap on Convocation 2026! Congratulations to all of our graduates and their families!

05/06/2026

Four outstanding leaders—Mark Arendz, Ron Keefe, Hazel Matchett Robinson, and the Hon. Lawrence MacAulay—will be conferred with honorary Doctor of Laws degrees at the UPEI Convocation, May 12–15. Congratulations to the entire UPEI Class of 2026!

Four outstanding leaders will be conferred with honorary Doctor of Laws degrees, and four graduates will deliver valedictory addresses during four Convocation ceremonies at the University of Prince Edward Island, May 12–15.

05/05/2026

"Because of the 'everyone knows everyone' island mentality, UPEI offers a particularly close-knit nursing experience. You receive direct, practical guidance while studying alongside your peers in clinical rotations and the classroom because of the program's small class sizes and high instructor-to-student ratio."

Fourth-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing student Andrea Gallant shares her experiences in UPEI's supportive student community.

04/27/2026

Congratulations to UPEI's Dr. Olive Bryanton (LLD 2000)!

Dr. Olive Bryanton (UPEI LLD 2000) is one of seven Atlantic Canadians who will honoured for significant new achievements after the age of 70 at the inaugural Top 7 Over 70 Atlantic Awards Gala on May 14 at the Halifax Convention Centre, Nova Scotia.

04/26/2026

UPEI's Dr. Callum Beck awarded $7,000 for his book to be published by in 2027

Dr. Callum Beck, a sessional instructor in religious and university studies at the University of Prince Edward Island, has been awarded a $7,000 SSHRC Exchange Publication Award for his book, The Bridging of the Protestant–Catholic Divide on Prince Edward Island.