Throughout its history, The Cadre has maintained a simple yet powerful message: to give the students of UPEI stories and news they want to see. Although the subject matter has evolved over the years in response to changing student attitudes, […]
Throughout its history, The Cadre has maintained a simple yet powerful message: to give the students of UPEI stories and news they want to see. Although the subject matter has evolved over the years in response to changing student attitudes, […]
There shall come a time When gravity will pause And our planets shall touch And darkness will be lost. There shall be some space Where stars will collapse And our existence shall conquer All being-or-nothing gaps. And if the universe […]
Crack! Opened the skull. The doctors examined closely, A mess! Some blue, Some red, Some green And a few pale and numb. Pointless were they, Clueless of the chaos That had smothered it. But, deep, Deep beneath laid The last […]
Earlier, Palestinian students requested that their flag be represented alongside the other flags at the W.A. Murphy Centre. The petition form also garnered signatures in support of this cause from students of various nationalities. However, it is disheartening that there […]
“I’m Salsabil, a 20-year-old Egyptian exchange student majoring in English at UPEI. I am absolutely in love with art and nature. When I visualize how I want my life to pan out, I picture a writer living in a different […]
The UPEI Indian Society partnered with the UPEI Dance Club, UPEI Kerela Foundation (UKF), and the UPEI World United Service (WUSC) to host a grand Diwali party last Friday, November 17th at the W.A. Murphy Centre. Diwali is one of […]
Recently, PEI has been in the spotlight for both national and international events. Last year, the Island hosted the Canada Winter Games, the largest national sporting event in the country. This year, our two cities, Charlottetown and Summerside, were chosen […]
The UPEI Nepalese Society recently hosted a grand celebration of Dashain, a significant Hindu festival in Nepal. The event was a tremendous success. Dashain, also known as Vijaya Dashami, is a 15-day festival with deep cultural and religious significance in […]
Rachael Thomas (back left) and Blanche Thomas (front left), Photo credit: Canadian Women’s Army Corps, Germany. Among the communities on PEI, the Mi’kmaq had the highest percentage of their population who served in the First and Second World Wars Among […]
Nestled in the center of campus, the Chaplaincy Center is often overlooked. Many perceive it as a building from the days of the old Saint Dunstan’s Era of the University, which has shifted its focus from being a center of […]
Photo: A boat at Ellen’s Creek, Oct. 2017. By Grace Biswas Autumn’s Love Letter In Charlottetown, when autumn paints the sky, The leaves turn gold, bidding summer goodbye. Underneath the maple trees, hues of red and brown, […]
International students undergo a lot of mental stress from homesickness during their study abroad journey. For Palestinian students, the scenario is even worse. Recent tensions between Palestine and Israel have led to severe destruction of Palestine’s infrastructure and economy. On […]
Parking. Essential for everyday students and staff to attend classes. Parking spots are simple to create and replicate. It seems like a no-brainer that something like this would not only be important to UPEI, but also easy for them to […]
Pop culture, a broad term encompassing trends in music, fashion, movies, social media, and more, has a profound impact on our daily lives. But how does it impact student stress during midterms? The Pressure from Perfectionism Movies and TV […]
Charlottetown Islanders playing against Rouyn-Noranda Huskies on Thursday, October 19. Photos by Darrell Theriault. It’s hard to pass up watching your community team play. It’s even harder when tickets and drinks are reduced to $5. In an age of high […]
Financial literacy is extremely important during student life, especially for international students who need to manage their tuition and cost of living while living alone. The UPEI Kerala Foundation (UKF) organized a dynamic financial literacy session to ensure students are […]
Why are the leaves losing colour? Why are the trees not rebelling still? Why are seasons changing against their will? When I ask, I hear only my own revolting voice, unkept. So while they do not answer, here is my […]
10 Playfully Ways You Can Embrace Thankfulness with your family/friends Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and while it’s a time for delicious feasts and family gatherings, it’s also an opportunity to cultivate an attitude of gratitude. But who says […]
The Canadian Association of Journalists’ mentorship program pairs CAJ members with established professionals working in radio, television, digital, and print publications across the country. The CAJ’s mentorship program has matched 622 journalists with 224 mentors since summer 2020. Student journalists, […]
In the heart of Prince Edward Island, amidst the potato fields that define our community, something remarkable is quietly coming to life. Picture a modest robot, unassumingly winding its way through the rows of potato plants. It’s not a […]
A Cultural Celebration at UPEI As we approach Truth and Reconciliation Day, the University of Prince Edward Island’s Mawi’omi Centre has been actively celebrating a series of vibrant Indigenous cultural events. Among numerous events, the Wabanaki-Wide Sewing Program has been […]
Exploring Indigenous Beading and Teachings: “Kwe’ I’m Kallie Drummond, a Métis woman from Treaty One (Selkirk, Manitoba). I’m currently in my third year of studying Mathematics. Some of my hobbies are hot yoga, and beading, typically things that are meditative […]
Shubenacadie school was the only residential school for First Nations children established in the Maritimes, and where Mi’kmaq children from Lennox Island would be forcefully placed after being taken from their parents. From its founding, the school suffered from poor […]
Chat GPT has revolutionized the AI industry. From answering questions, writing essays, or even tackling complex programming codes, Chat GPT has certainly been a lifesaver for students. While there are still debates on using Chat GPT ethically for school work, […]
MORE THAN A CAMPUS TOUR: UPEI NSO Through Freshman’s Eyes At UPEI, we’re all about making connections and building community. The welcoming atmosphere on campus is a testament to the concerted effort put forth by both new students and volunteers. Not […]
Your Guide to Survive UPEI: Navigating the Jungle of Campus Resources: Don’t be shy to raid the treasure trove of resources scattered around the campus. Robertson Library isn’t just for pretending you’re studying in public or “meet cure”, it’s actually […]
It was quite the scene Wednesday morning as an unassuming white balloon was spotted floating above the W.A. Murphy Student Centre. Throughout the quad, students stood in droves, their necks craning to the sky, perplexed while blocking the sun from […]
Don’t run from yourself. Find what you are. No, don’t find, just know what you are. Don’t hide from yourself, because when you do, you’ve got to lie to yourself, and to mask that lie, you’ve got to lie to […]
Diversity, inclusion, and equity are not routinely erected as pillars to a pantheon of free speech. No, this pairing is more often split into caricatures of polar-opposite political camps, with members of the former mincing words and dodging microaggressions, and […]
If you can pick it up, you can put it away. Wipe your weights. Grunting permitted during record lifts only. These messages are taped to the walls of the Chi-Wan Sports Center in big, bold letters, highlighted in yellow, and […]