ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøWelcomes Return to Classes April 6
The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø and the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøFaculty Association have reached an agreement that will see students return to classes on Thursday, April 6 following a two-week faculty strike.
"We welcome this new five-year agreement as a platform for UPEI's continued success," said ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøPresident Wade MacLauchlan. "The crucial factor in this success, and in this agreement, is a talented faculty dedicated to providing a first-class educational experience at UPEI."
The President thanked students for their patience and leadership throughout the strike, and expressed appreciation to all members of the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøcommunity for showing a true sense of commitment to the University over the last two weeks.
The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøBoard of Governors approved the agreement this afternoon. Details of revised class and exam schedules have been posted on the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøwebsite at . The new schedule was worked out following consultations with students and Deans. The proposal for additional days of classes must be approved by the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøSenate. The Senate will meet on Thursday evening.