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Please join the UFV Physics Department for an introduction to our current understanding of the history of the universe, and explanation as to why quantum gravity effects are expected to be important in the very early universe. Dr. Wilson-Ewing will then present some of the main results of loop quantum cosmology, an approach that has … Read more
Please join us on Saturday, April 6th for our Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair Open House and have some FUN WITH SCIENCE!!! All of our Science Fair participants have worked very hard on their science projects and now is the time for them to show you what talent lies within the Fraser Valley! Doors will … Read more
The Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair is being held April 3-6, 2019 at the Envision Athletic Centre, University of the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford Campus. Students can enter our regional science fair in many ways. Individual schools may hold a school-wide science fair and send their top students to regionals. Other schools may have an educator … Read more
16% of the Canadian population has a disability. In British Columbia and the Yukon, approximately 750,000 adults and 26,000 children have diverse abilities that limits their independence and quality of life. Help make a difference in the lives of children and young adults with diverse abilities at Easter Seals BC/Yukon. Since 1952, Easter Seals BC/Yukon … Read more
Valley Fest is pleased to present “Climate Change & Global Warming: An Update” with UFV Physics & Engineering Professor, Tim Cooper. WHEN: Tuesday, March 12 TIME: 2:30 – 3:30 PM WHERE: UFV Library, Abbotsford Campus Dr. Cooper has a PhD in nuclear physics and has published 50 papers in his field. In 2003, he switched … Read more
Valley Fest 2019 is a celebration of local culture and community held at the University of the Fraser Valley. Valley Fest is an exciting opportunity for UFV students, faculty, and staff to engage with members of the Fraser Valley community in an exploration of the rich cultures traditions, and educational opportunities of our region. This … Read more
Due to weather conditions, this event has been rescheduled to Tuesday, April 2, 2019. Applications are still being accepted! Each year the Research Office invites faculty researchers to be a part of the continued success of the UFV Micro-Lecture series. Our goal is to provide “snapshots” of the range and depth of our faculty research, … Read more
The Physics Student Association has been busy planning some fantastic events this year. Last week, they invited Carl Michal, Physicist from UBC to talk about his research on NMR brain imaging. EGBC and NETWORKING EVENT Tuesday, February 26th (rescheduled from February 12th), Andrea Michaud, Student Coordinator for Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (EGBC) will speak … Read more
Are you a 3rd or 4th year UFV student in a science-based program? The Faculty of Land and Food Systems at the University of British Columbia is planning to offer a Graduate Certificate in Aquaculture in the 2019/20 academic year would appreciate your input by completing a short survey.** Applicants would require a Bachelor’s degree in a … Read more
Register for the Student Micro-lectures by March 18! Micro-Lectures March 26, 2019 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Micro lectures in Evered Hall South, Student Union Building (SUB), Abbotsford campus. Take the stage and share your research experiences in a high-speed 2-minute lecture. UFV Students only. Poster Presentations and Judging March 26, 2019 (Register by March … Read more