dents at UPEI may not the right to decide what on their diplomas. ademic Planning Com- e chair Roger Black ghl a motion to Senate Friday that would see mas reading “Bachelor Arts, Honours" or helor of Science” with ention of discipline or 1‘.
ared on diplomas here in ast, but student senators ested that the major be d, acting on the will of t students they had talked
e’re paying $35 for a ma, why shouldn’t we something specific?” d newly elected Senator man Beck. ck Keefe, Student Union ident, went farther: e’re paying $2000 a ester to come here. We v Id be able to have what- we want on it.” he APC did not give a i for its recommendation, Registrar Michael nessey believes the ument should be "‘un- rned, dignified.”
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a formality,” he said. gives the university’s roval of a student’s rec.”
The commencement of a uth Employment Program P.E.I. students was an- unced in the Legislature ently by Industry Minister tBinns. ’ Applications have been ailable since March 14 to and students attending ools, colleges, and uni- sities within or outside the ovince.
The program, now in its 0nd year, encourages stu- nts to start up small mmer businesses to obtain ummer income.
It is sponsored by the E.I. Department of dustry in cooperation with and Chartered Banks d local Credit Unions.
The program’s objective is provide Island students th access to funds neces- y to initiate small summer sinesses, thereby providing ployment for students as 11 as developing the trepreneurial skills of ung Islanders.
To facilitate this objective, e program offers start-up oney to eligible students 0 wish to plan and operate eir own summer businesses. Start~up funds are pro- ed in the form of interest- ee loans; the maximum loan
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Education professor Gerald Arsenault disagreed, saying; “Transcripts are different, but this is personal to stu- dents.”
Apparently changing the format of the degress will cost significantly more, an increase which will probably be passed on to the students.
Some senators were re- luctant about the change, wondering “what happens when students change their minds in two years.”
To Hennessey, “It seems a whim to consider changing the wording”, adding that only three out of nine uni- versities consulted in the
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Atlantic region give notation of the discipline on the diploma. ~
The motion to have no notation of major was lost, but a motion by Senator Pratt to add the discipline was tabled when the meeting exceeded its two-hotlr time limit.
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Binns commented that the program offers an innovative opportunity for students to receive a summer income while providing a valuable learning experience.
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encouraged to exercise good entrepreneurial and manage- ment skills to better ensure the success of their business endeavours now or in the future.”
The government has estab- lished an award program to recognize those participants who exemplify good business practices.
There' are no limits to the kind of business proposal the Department will entertain so long as the bulk of its activity is carried out between April 2, 1984, and October 1, 1984, and current requirements of governing bodies are met.
Approvals to proposals are granted by the Program’s Review Board based on information received and the
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perceived viability of ‘ the venture.
“I am confident that our students will respond to the challenge to develop a wide variety of viable and creative business ventures. My staff are available to students to provide assistance at any point along the way,” said Binns. '
The Minister expressed appreciation to the Chartered Banks and Credit Unions participation. “With their cooperation, it is possible to
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offer this program,” he
acknowledged.
Students interested in the
full details of the Program
may contact the P.E.l. De-
partment of Industry, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown,
P.E.I. ClA 7N8 or tele- phone 892—5445. Program literature and
application forms are also available at the P.E.I. Regional Services Centres and Canada Employment Centres (on campus) through- out Atlantic Canada.
CGA gives grads a choice
Today more than ever, professional training is important for a meaningful rewarding career in business or government. If you want to become a professional accountant and are ambitious enough to achieve your full potential, C.G.A. may be the answer.
The Certified General Accountants Association offers you a study program leading to the professional designation “Certified Ge—
neral Accountant”.
This program teaches skills directly related to the busi~ ness environments such as accounting, auditing, taxa- tion, public finance and administration, and financial control.
Advance course standing is available to University Busi— ness. graduates.
F r more information and course calendars, contact the Department of Student Services on campus.
The Netted Gem
Psych Club positions filled
The U.P.E.I. Psychology Club has announced the results of its recent executive elections. \
David Doiron is president, Bill Foster is Vice-President, Anne Garnum is secretary, Cindi Clark is treasurer, Nancy McLure is the senior class rep, and Pauline walsh is the junior class rep.
All positions were filled by acclamation. Sophomore and
' Freshman reps will be elected in the fall.
Seniors-hold elections
The senior class of 1984 has recent elections.
The class valedictorian will be D0n"a MacKenzie. The life executive consists of president Darrel Blacquiere, vice president Darlene Greenan, treasurer Steven Bishop, and Secretary Kim Gass.
announced the results of its
Jobs re-opened
Applications for the following positions will be accepted until Friday April 6, 1984 at 4 pm. ‘ Yearbook Co-editor Production Editor for “The Nettea' Gem ” Music Director for CIMN Orientation Co-Chairperson All applicants must contact the Student Union by 5 pm. Friday, April 6, 1984 as interviews for these positions will be held that same night.
Liberal C C meets
The U.P.E.I. Liberal Campus Club has announced a meeting for April 9 at 7 pm. on the second floor of the Barn.
Business will include executive elections for next year and selection of delegates for the national Liberal leadership convention in June.
In order to vote, members must register 24 hours prior to the meeting by contacting Bob Hanf or Bruce Sanderson.
Business challenges all
The Business Society has issued a challenge to all faculties and sub—organizations to match or better its $100 donation to the senior class.
Any donation would be appreciated, of course. It can be presented at the Business Society pub on April 12 or dropped off at the Senior class office, downstairs at the Kelley Building.
Senior recital planned
The UPEI Music Department presents a senior rem“: Thursday, April 5.
Featuring soprano Hazel Robinson, clarinetist Susan Nicholson, and works by Brahms, Debussy, Faure, Schumann, and Spohr, the recital is open to the public, and admission is free.
The evening starts at 8 pm. in the Steele Recital Hall.
Senate seat vacated
Student Union president-elect Michelle Dorsey has resigned from her seat On the UPEI Senate, effective May 1, 1984.
Nominations are now open for the vacated seat, and will close Thursday April 5. The by-election will be held April 10, 1984.
Research list compiled
The Office of Research and Development is preparing a publication which will record all research and scholarly activity undertaken by academic staff between January l, 1977 and December 31, 1983.
An attempt has been made to contact all part-time sessionals and lecturers on campus for contributions. it, however, you have been overlooked, please contact Linda Burke in Room 216, Main Building, telephone extension 131.
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