In the gallery: Altar to the Unknown God 2 exhibition

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

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

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

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

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

EDI Under Attack: Challenges and Opportunities — May 12

UFV employees are invited to EDI Under Attack: Challenges and Opportunities, a hybrid talk by Dr. Tannaz Zargarian (Assistant Professor, Adult Education, UFV) and Muhialdin Bakini (Diversity Education Supervisor, Archway Community Services). Mon, May 12 2:30-4:30 pm Where: Attend virtually or in-person at the Abbotsford campus. In-person spaces are limited, and refreshments will be provided. … Read more

Volunteers needed for Indigenous Student Grad Celebration on June 23

Volunteers are needed to help with UFV’s Indigenous Student Grad Celebration on Monday, June 23. From 1 to 8:30 pm, help is needed with set-up, event, and clean-up at the Gathering Place on the Chilliwack campus. The Indigenous Student Grad Celebration is an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of our Indigenous students. If interested in … Read more

Call for adjudicators for UFV Leadership Awards

Financial Aid & Awards needs your assistance. We are looking for volunteers to adjudicate 2025 Leadership awards. This is a great opportunity to get to know UFV’s outstanding students and their commitments and achievements at UFV and in the community. If you have the time and would like to volunteer or learn more before committing … Read more

Open Education Micro Grants Program 2025-26 — June 13 application deadline

The UFV Library and Teaching and Learning Centre is pleased to announce a call for proposals for the Open Education Micro Grant Program (OEMGP). Funded by UFV’s Office of the Provost and Vice President Academic, OEMGP provides faculty with funds to hire an student assistant who will help with the creation or revision of open … Read more

Forensic nursing: The healthcare response to violence — May 13

Please join us Tuesday, May 13 from 9 am to noon at Evered Hall on the UFV Abbotsford campus for a community event on Forensic Nursing: the Healthcare Response to Violence. Hosted by the UFV Peace and Reconciliation Centre in recognition of Victims and Survivors of Crime Week, this hybrid event features presentations on trauma … Read more