University of Prince Edward IslandStudent Guide

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Student guide · Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 1st Academic Semester 2026

The semester, explained for University of Prince Edward Island

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 1st Academic Semester 2026
Campus terms
14
Local details
11

Academic calendar

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 1st Academic Semester 2026 runs May 4, 2026 – Dec 23, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

9 entries
  1. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 1st Academic Semester 2026Relevant now
  2. Bachelor of Education Fall Semester 2026
  3. Fall Semester 2026
  4. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 2nd Academic Semester 2027
  5. Bachelor of Education Winter Semester 2027
  6. Winter Semester 2027
  7. First Summer Session 2027
  8. Summer Semester 2027 (Full Summer for internships/COOP/other full-summer learning)
  9. Second Summer Session 2027

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Campus language

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14 terms

A

Andrew Hall
Bill and Denise Andrew Hall, the largest residence building on campus.
AVC
Atlantic Veterinary College, one of the four veterinary colleges in Canada and a major faculty at UPEI.

B

Bernie
Bernardine Hall, a traditional-style residence on campus.
Blanchard
Blanchard Hall, an apartment-style residence building.

P

Panther
The official mascot and nickname for UPEI students and athletic teams.

S

Samuel's
The coffee shop and cafe located within the Robertson Library.
SC
The Student Centre, referring to the W.A. Murphy Student Centre.

T

The Fox & Fawn
The campus pub located in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre, formerly known as The Wave.
The Link
The indoor pedway system that connects several major buildings on campus, allowing students to avoid the weather.
The Pit
The sunken lounge area located in the SDU Main Building, popular for studying and socializing.
The Quad
The central green space on campus surrounded by the main academic buildings.

U

UPEISU
University of Prince Edward Island Student Union, the primary student governing body.

W

Wanda Wyatt
The main dining hall for students on meal plans, located in the Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall building.
WUSC
World University Service of Canada, a student-led committee that sponsors refugee students.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

11 details
avc_caf
AVC Café
Campus Card
The official UPEI student identification card used for library access, meal plans, and building entry.
Dalton Hall
The building housing student services, including the Registrar's Office and recruitment.
FSDE
The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering building.
Moodle
The online learning management system where professors post course materials and grades.
Panther Central
The online student portal used for course registration, tuition payments, and accessing official records.
Robertson
The Robertson Library, the main academic library on campus.
SDU
The SDU Main Building, the oldest building on campus, named after St. Dunstan's University.
The CARI
The Bell Aliant Centre, formerly known as Capital Area Recreation Inc., which houses the campus pool and rink.
U-Pass
The universal transit pass included in student fees, allowing unlimited access to T3 Transit buses using the student ID.
wanda_wyatt_dining_hall
Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 1st Academic Semester 2026 runs May 4, 2026 – Dec 23, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
14 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Charlottetown for University of Prince Edward Island Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Charlottetown.

Timezone

America/Halifax

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

96

Student Population

6,000

City Transportation

Walkability

60

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

T3 Transit bus system

Nearest Airports

Charlottetown Airport (YYG)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

41°F

Avg Snowfall

110 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

General Lots A, B, D, E, H

surface_lot • Limited during peak fall semester

Free without permit from mid-April to end of August.

Metered Parking (Student Centre/Sports Centre)

surface_lot • High turnover

Max 4 hours; enforced weekdays 7am-7pm.

MacLauchlan Arena Lot

surface_lot

Permits purchased at Bell Aliant Centre front desk.

Campus News

Latest updates from University of Prince Edward Island

UPEI student-athlete Rachel Richards selected for Hockey Canada Creating Coaches Program

Rachel Richards, a defender for the UPEI Women's Hockey Panthers, is one of 22 student-athletes chosen for the 2026–27 cohort.

Sep 24, 2026

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UPEI student team headed to global competition in Brazil

Engineering students developed 'LimbRise', a device for knee injury recovery, and will compete at the 2026 Enactus World Cup.

Sep 23, 2026

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Accessibility Services moves to new office in Robertson Library annex

Accessibility Services has moved to a larger, more centralized space in Room 215 of the Robertson Library annex.

Sep 25, 2026

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ITSS critical update to firewalls on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 8:00 am to 9:00 am. Internet access will be unavailable.

ITSS critical update to firewalls on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 8:00 am to 9:00 am. Internet access will be unavailable.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at University of Prince Edward Island

2026 Mickey Place Memorial Basketball Tournament

September 27, 2026

UPEI Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre

The final day of the annual basketball tournament featuring nine teams from across Canada. UPEI students attend for free with ID.

Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day

September 27, 2026

UPEI Campus

Flags at UPEI will be flown at half-mast to commemorate the dedication of police and peace officers.

UPEI Homecoming 2026

September 29, 2026

Various Campus Locations

The final days of Homecoming week, featuring varsity games, awards celebrations, and donor recognition events to connect alumni and students.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Observances

September 30, 2026

UPEI Campus

UPEI will be closed for the statutory holiday, but focused events and observances take place on campus leading up to and on this day.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of Prince Edward Island

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

5 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Bernardine Hall

Room types: single, double

Bill and Denise Andrew Hall

Room types: single suite, double suite, triple suite

Blanchard Hall

Room types: 2-bedroom apartment

Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation

Room types: 2-bedroom apartment

Performing Arts Centre and Residence (PAC)

Room types: single studio apartment, 2-bedroom apartment, 3-bedroom apartment, 2-bedroom, 4-person apartment, 2-bedroom premium apartment

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

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