For the past few months, a small group of organizers have been working to organize Abbotsford’s first Jane’s Walk event. These walks are designed to connect community members with one another in discussions of place meaning and history. This event runs Friday through Sunday, May 5-7. These and the other Jane’s Walks are free and […]
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Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies celebrates 10 years, rebrands as South Asian Studies Institute
UFV’s Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies began with an idea and a commitment from the community. Now, as it celebrates 10 years of serving as a centre of activity, events, information, scholarship, and research related to the Indo-Canadian community, it is extending its focus to embrace regions of South Asia. Centre director Satwinder Bains announced the […]
UFV GDD Kindred Change portfolio show — May 2
kin•dred ADJECTIVE similar in kind; related change VERB make or become different We are both unique and the same, embracing change together. We are the Fraser Valley’s class of 2017, graphic and digital design grads. Join us as we gather and celebrate kindred change. Tuesday, May 2 4:30 to 7:30 pm HighStreet, Abbotsford J150 – […]
Students name Evered Hall in tribute to departing president and his wife
Mark Evered may be retiring from the presidency of UFV, but the legacy of himself and his wife Maureen’s will be commemorated in a very prominent way. At a thank-you reception on April 18, UFV Student Union Society President Suhki Brar announced that the Great Hall of the Student Union Building will now be known […]
Kirsten Brazier, Nadine Caron, Andy Sidhu, and Tamara Taggart to receive honorary degrees from UFV
Four exemplary citizens will receive honorary doctorates at the University of the Fraser Valley Convocation ceremonies, to be held June 6 and 7 at the Abbotsford Centre. They include Kirsten Brazier, an aviation professional and mentor of young women in science and technology; Dr. Nadine Caron, Canada’s first female indigenous surgeon and an advocate for […]
Intension(elle) — BFA Grad Show — runs to May 19 — opens April 28
Every year members of the University of the Fraser Valley and its surrounding community come together to support an exciting cultural event in the Visual Arts department: the BFA Grad Show. This year’s show is titled Intension(elle), reflecting the all-female composition of the graduating class. Opening Reception: Fri, April 28, 2017 at 6:30 pm in […]
Teacher Ed offers summer institute for current teachers
The Teacher Education department at the University of the Fraser Valley is once again offering a Summer Institution in Teacher Education (SITE) between July 10 and July 28, 2017 at the Abbotsford campus. We have an exciting lineup of courses tailored specifically for the needs of practising teachers. If you are looking for a student-centred, […]
UFV celebrates long-serving employees at special evening
In 1982, Ian McAskill was a young economics graduate looking for a place to teach. He found Fraser Valley College, decided he liked it here, and stayed for the next 35 years, through two major changes (from college to university-college and then to university). Once one of the youngest faculty members, he’s now a veteran. […]
UFV offers conference for administrative professionals
Develop and enhance your administrative skills! Gain the building blocks to manage your career successfully and prepare to take the next step. This conference is perfect for administrative assistants in any field, including health, law, education, business, and more. We have a great line-up of sessions to help you enhance and grow your skill set […]
UFV Alumni Association seeks Distinguished Alumni nominations
Do you know an outstanding alumnus of UFV? UFV alumni can be found making a difference around the corner and across the world. And the UFV Alumni Association wants to celebrate them. There are more than 36,000 alumni from the University of the Fraser Valley working in a variety of industries and sectors and making […]
Brainwork brings benefits to students at Research Day
Congratulations to the following students who won prizes after showing their research at the recent Student Research Day. Award Winners — $200 each President’s Award Michael Gaultier Biology — Supervisor Jonathan Hughes Title: Inferring bog hydrology and soil chemistry using testate amoebae in the Fraser Lowland, British Columbia Provost & Vice-President, Academic Tessa Webb […]
UFV hosts successful science fair
2017 Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair Results Over 50 awards were handed out at the annual Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair held April 4 to 7. Students from 18 schools in the Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Langley, and Mission area came together to compete for prizes and a chance to represent Team BC at the Canada Wide […]