Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW)

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The Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW) is the second level of training within the Instructional Skills Workshop program. Building on ISW experiences around teaching effectiveness, the FDW offers participants the opportunity to build facilitation skills within the ISW context. Participants deliver mini-lessons and receive peer-feedback but also manage the feedback process. This experiential learning approach provides … Read more

Opening reception of Altar to the Unknown God 2 exhibition — June 6

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Opening reception of an interdisciplinary exhibition exploring spiritual identity in 21st-century Western culture through the layering of abstract paintings, sculptures, carpentry, and found objects. Drawing on the Apostle Paul’s biblical encounter with an “altar to the unknown god”, the works reflect a contemporary yearning for the sacred in a secular age. Each piece becomes a … Read more

Extended call for faculty members to serve on Senate standing committees

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Expressions of interests are currently being accepted from faculty to serve on the standing committees of Senate, for terms beginning August 1, 2025. If you are interested in filling a vacancy, please follow the link below and hit the Apply button at the bottom of the page. If you know others who would make a valuable contribution to … Read more

International travel guide for employees

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Support and Advice[1] Introduction International travel may be necessary for professional and/or research purposes, collaboration and knowledge generation, and/or for enriching educational experiences. Recent geopolitical changes mean some of our previous assumptions about cross-border and international travel may no longer be valid and require greater due diligence than in the past. This document is prepared … Read more

Extended Deadline for Policy 46 Consultation — deadline extended to June 10

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The deadline has been extended to June 10, 2025. The University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the Instructional Responsibilities (46) policy. Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline 4 pm, Tuesday, June 10, 2025 https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 06/10/2025

UFV History honours student conference — May 22

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Sixth annual history honours student conference Seats are limited. For more info and to reserve a seat, email historyinfo@ufv.ca. 2025 student panelists Maggie Meyers —Where the Dead Must Go: Vampires of the White Death in 18th and 19th Century New England Brad Duncan — Cementing the Divide: How Progressive Housing Reform Entrenched Inequality in Post- … Read more

In the gallery: Altar to the Unknown God 2 exhibition

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An interdisciplinary exhibition exploring spiritual identity in 21st-century Western culture through the layering of abstract paintings, sculptures, carpentry, and found objects. Drawing on the Apostle Paul’s biblical encounter with an “altar to the unknown god”, the works reflect a contemporary yearning for the sacred in a secular age. Each piece becomes a provisional altar — … Read more

Obituary: Jocelyn Creigh-Cass

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Jocelyn Creigh-Cass, who taught English at Fraser Valley College and then the University College of the Fraser Valley from its early years through to her retirement in 1983, passed away on April 5. Her funeral service will be held May 10 in White Rock. UFV sends condolences to her family and her former colleagues. More … Read more

Most courses will be taught in Brightspace for the Summer 2025 semester

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Brightspace is replacing Blackboard as UFV’s new Learning Management System! Most courses will be taught in Brightspace for the Summer 2025 semester with the exception of cross-listed courses that will be delivered through Blackboard. Students enrolled in a cross-listed course will be notified by email. Students: to access your Brightspace courses: Go to myclass.ufv.ca and … Read more

Science Rocks summer camps

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UFV’s Faculty of Science is offering Science Rocks summer camps at the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses throughout July and August, with UFV employees, students, and alumni eligible for registration discounts. Designed especially for kids going into Grades 4, 5, 6, and 7, camps run from 9 am to 4 pm each day. Each camp week will … Read more

Safety & Health Week — May 5-10

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Safety and Health Week takes place May 5-10, providing an ideal time for employers, employees, partners, and the public to focus on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace, at home, and in the community. Starting on May 5, you’re invited to join our virtual activities to celebrate Safety and Health Week. … Read more