The Island Studies family at UPEI includes the Institute of Island Studies, the Island Studies Press, the UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability, the Master of Arts in Island Studies, and the undergraduate minor in Island Studies.

The Institute of Island Studies, established in 1985, is where it all began. Browse our website to learn about the Institute’s origins, how its work on Prince Edward Island and internationally led to the academic programs, our UNESCO Chair’s focus, and the publications past and forthcoming from the Island Studies Press.

Watch our events space to participate in our 2024-2025 Island Lecture Series and Public Symposia. Submit an abstract for consideration in the third Turning the Tide conference, to be held on Prince Edward Island from June 16-20, 2025. And sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know about more!