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On December 6, 1989, 14 women lost their lives at École Polytechnique de Montreal because they were women studying engineering. This act of violent misogyny led Parliament to designate December 6 as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. As we continue to remember these women 35 years later, this day … Read more
Campus Planning and the IT team is going to be shutting down the entire UFV network, which will impact all of UFV operations. What do I need to know? Significant IT outage and power outage are scheduled for Saturday, November 30, 2024. Where and when? Electricity will be shut down to Abbotsford Building B from … Read more
The northeast section of parking lot 7 on the UFV Abbotsford campus will be closed from Nov 15 to Dec 20. A retaining wall needs repairs, and the parking lot will provide a laydown area for all equipment the work crew requires. The closure will impact 12 stalls. Click here for campus planning updates.
Please be advised that on Wednesday, Dec 11, crane work is scheduled to upgrade the HVAC system at Building A on the Abbotsford Campus . This will impact parking lot 6, which will be temporarily closed. The construction date falls during the exam period, so we encourage you to plan accordingly. Thank you for your … Read more
Are you a Swiftie who loves diving deep into the cultural impact of Taylor Swift’s music, or perhaps a scholar interested in exploring the intersections of feminism, identity, and media studies through pop culture? We’ve got the perfect event for you, taking place Thursday, Dec 5 at Evered Hall on the UFV Abbotsford campus. We … Read more
The Scholarly Sharing Initiative takes place Wednesday, Nov 20 from 4 to 5:30 pm on Zoom, showcasing research from faculty and students in the College of Arts. This event focuses on research from the Department of Psychology including: Dr. Sven van de Wetering providing insights from faculty and student presentations on political depolarization in the … Read more
UFV’s Office of Sustainability (OoS) is seeking input from UFV employees in developing a Sustainability Action Pathway (SAP). The SAP will inform the work of the OoS to better serve the UFV community; enhance environmental, social, and economic sustainability on campus; and align with UFVs strategic plan and existing sustainability commitments. Staff and faculty are invited … Read more
Did you know that you can work out on campus? Come join in on some pickleball, badminton, or shoot some hoops. Interested in strength & cardio? Come lift some weights or get some steps in on the treadmill. Need a stretch? Try our lunchtime yoga classes. Check our website for hours, prices, and more ways … Read more
Interested in being a powerline technician? Attend the online orientation/information session and subsequent interview process on Nov 21 from 7 to 8 pm. Women are strongly encouraged to consider a career as a powerline technician, and no prior line experience is necessary. Find more details about this orientation session here. The zoom link will be … Read more
Feel the warmth as you enjoy Holidays by the Fireside on Saturday, Dec 7 in Evered Hall. Enjoy cocktails and mocktails, a holiday buffet dinner, and the company of UFV friends old and new. Whether you prefer to sit and sip, or dance the night away, everyone will have a great time at the UFV-FSA … Read more
Come learn more about sexualized violence prevention and how it interacts with the Criminal Justice system! On Dec 2 at 12 — 1:30 pm in room A203B, all students are welcome to join as we discuss consent, bias and power, learn about UFV’s resources, and discuss sexualized violence myths. Snacks provided by the Criminal Justice … Read more
What lies ahead for BC’s economy following the October election? Join us for a panel discussion on Wednesday, Nov 20 at 4 — 6 pm about BC’s economic future in a post-election landscape. It takes place in room A226 on the Abbotsford campus. Panel members include the following UFV faculty: Dr. Michael Maschek — Associate … Read more
The upcoming Provost Lunch and Learn brings an online discussion about ‘One Health, one valley: Breaking boundaries and doing university differently at the UFV.’ It takes place Wednesday, Jan 15 from noon to 1 pm via Zoom. The proposed One Health hub at UFV presents an opportunity to break down barriers between academic disciplines and … Read more
Join UFV’s history department on Monday, Nov 18 from 2:30 to 5 pm in room D213 on the Abbotsford campus for the second screening of the Fall Film Series, featuring Filthy Cities: Medieval London Snacks and beverages are provided. For more information, contact Nicole Kungle at nicole.kungle@ufv.ca. Mon, Nov 18, 2024 2:30 to 5 … Read more
Spread the joy this holiday season 🎄 Our Angel Tree program is dedicated to helping UFV students who have families to support while pursuing their education. By sponsoring an angel or angels, you can help make a real difference in someone’s holiday season. We welcome anyone from UFV and the surrounding community to participate, so … Read more
Dear UFV Community, To ensure we can support campus activities effectively, we kindly remind our UFV community to please inform Campus Planning and Facilities Management (CPFM) of any upcoming events on campus as far in advance as possible using the work order intake form. This allows CPFM to coordinate necessary resources, including space setup, maintenance … Read more