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UPEI research project transforms into a social enterprise with real-world impact

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Alliance rebrands to help connect international students and graduates to the job market

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Atlantic Student Development Alliance (ASDA)

Helping international students start a career on PEI

– The Employment Journey

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Videos highlighting the challenges international students and graduates face in PEI’s job market will be released on July 12, 2024

– The Employment Journey

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Shifting Tides Report

The Atlantic Student Development Alliance (ASDA) is proud to present “Shifting Tides: The Impact of PEI’s Job Market on International Students and Graduates in PEI,” a compelling six-part video series. This series provides an in-depth look at the significant challenges international students and graduates face as they navigate the job market in Prince Edward Island (PEI). Funded by the Anti-Racism Micro-Grant from the Government of PEI, “Shifting Tides” aims to raise awareness, spark meaningful discussions, and drive collective action towards creating a more inclusive and supportive job market. ASDA thanks the participants and the international student and graduate community for their continuous bravery and courage.

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Bridging the gap between international students and meaningful employment

– Atlantic Business

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ASDA’s Statement on Senator Percy Downe’s Recent Comments

ASDA's Statement on Senator Percy Downe's Recent Comments The Atlantic Student Development Alliance (ASDA) expresses our unwavering support for the BIPOC USHR statement dated February 9th, 2024, concerning the racist comments made by Senator Percy Downe. The...

ASDA Podcast

S2 E: 5Pursuing Arts and Creative Media as a Career Path with Gessy, Tosin, Niyi

Season 2, Episode 5 Pursuing Arts and Creative Media as a Career Path with Gessy, Tosin, NiyiAre you interested in taking the arts and creative media route? Join us in this episode with Gessy, Tosin, and Niyi as we chat about their journey!Hosts & Guests Gessy...

S2 E2: Mental Health and Well-being with Joy Nnadi

Season 2, Episode 2 Mental Health and Well-being with Joy NnadiHave you been checking in with your mental health often enough? As a student, life can get a bit hectic with assignments and exams, but mental health deserves just as much of your attention! Join us in...

Episode 5 : Navigating the Job Market

Season 1, Episode 5 Navigating the Job Market With Jennifer Frey and Lucy ChuNavigating the job market can be a daunting prospect for fresh graduates. In this episode, Jennifer Frey and Lucy Chu share their learning processes and tips to prepare oneself for the job...

Episode 2: Experiences of International Students in PEI

Season 1, Episode 2 Experience of International Students in PEIIn this episode, Aniza Mohammed is joined by Joana Asante. They discuss how Joanne navigated the job market as a recent international student graduate landing her first job at the Startup Zone. Hosts &...

S2 E4: Entrepreneurship as an International Student or Immigrant

Season 2, Episode 4 S2 E4: Entrepreneurship as an International Student or ImmigrantHave you been thinking about taking the entrepreneurial path but not sure how to navigate it as an international student or immigrant? Join us in this episode as we sit down to chat...

S2 E1: Networking Tips for International Students with Chloe Arlapen, Margarita Alvarez

Season 2, Episode 1 Networking Tips for International Students Networking is one of the most crucial elements of jumpstarting your career. Join us in this episode as Chloe and Margarita discuss some of the best ways to expand your network on Prince Edward Island!

Episode 4 : Life after university with Elizabeth

Season 1, Episode 4 Life after University with ElizabethLife after university is the interim stage of being an adult and makes you feel unprepared, anxious and lost. In this episode, Elizabeth shares her experiences with life after university and lessons...

S2 E3: International Student Experience with Richelle Greathouse, Erica Stanley

Season 2, Episode 3 International Student Experience with Richelle Greathouse, Erica StanleyJoin us in this episode as we talk about international student experience with Richelle Greathouse and Erica Stanley, International Student Advisers of UPEI!Hosts & Guests...

Episode 1: International student experiences in PEI

Season 1, Episode 1 International students experiences in PEINavigating the job market can be a daunting prospect for fresh graduates. In this episode, Jennifer Frey and Lucy Chu share their learning processes and tips to prepare oneself for the job market. Hosts...

Episode 3: Life after University with Hammad

Season 1, Episode 3 Life after University with HammadLife after university is the interim stage of being an adult, and it’s designed to make you feel unprepared, anxious and lost. In this episode, Hammad shares his experiences with life after university and lessons...