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Forum theatre, a form of Augusto Boal’s ‘Theatre of the Oppressed,’ is built on games that foster trust and cooperation to bring individuals together as a community through laughter and a shared sense of belonging. In this space of trust, participants may then progress to imaging activities that eventually result in a short play that … Read more
Gratitude in the Workplace Over the past two decades, the field of positive psychology has expanded rapidly, and one of the most discussed areas has been gratitude. We know that people who practise gratitude lead healthier lives both physically and emotionally. We also know that gratitude has a positive impact on both the workforce and … Read more
There’s More to it Than Money Can I afford to retire? Am I ready to retire, or will I be? These are two basic questions when thinking about retirement, whether it is going to be next year or a few short years from now. Based on very positive feedback from other workshop participants around the … Read more
Thinking about a practicum or internship experience? Bring your lunch and learn about practicum and internship opportunities within the College of Arts. We will have an interactive Q & A, student prizes, and practicum student testimonials, as well as a practicum & internship expert panel discussion. Coffee, tea and cookies will be provided! All College … Read more
Are you wondering how to dispose of old electronics that you no longer use, but that are cluttering your space? We have a solution. The Computer Information Systems department and Computer Student Association are working with era.ca to provide an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to drop off personal electronics for safe recycling. era.ca … Read more
For Open Education Week 2020, you are invited to a panel discussion that will reflect on both the use of open education resources (OER) in teaching and the process of creating such materials. Adopting the use of OER represents more than financial relief for students. A myriad of other social justice issues, such as accessibility, … Read more
During our two days together, we will go through a journey to discover challenges and best practices in decolonizing the classroom and our education practice. We will explore strategies for creating a culturally safe learning environment and Indigenizing through reconciling Indigenous worldviews, ways of knowing and being while we Indigenize our teaching practice and curriculum. … Read more
Weaving Knowledge Systems (formerly Indigenizing the Curriculum) is a two-day workshop that provides you with hands-on experience and resources that will bring together Indigenous and Western worldviews based on your subject area. We will explore experiential activities to weave cultural safety/humility, Indigenous Ways of knowing and being, and Indigenous worldviews, into your course(s)/practice. Bring at … Read more
UFV’s Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies will be presenting interactive displays at the Fraser Valley Women’s Expo Feb 28-Mar 1 Join us for interactive displays (paint simulator, welding simulator, Binary Code Game, Robotic Arm, and Culinary Skills Demo showcasing how to make a French Omelette with Chef Sian Hurley). When: Fri, Feb 28, 4–9 … Read more
The Faculty of Health Sciences Dean’s Speaker Series presents Dr. Lynda Balneaves. Her topic will be Cannabis in Canada: Is the Grass Greener? Come listen to Dr. Balneaves as she discusses an overview of cannabis legalization, the current state of medical cannabis, and how legalization affects health care professionals. Refreshments will be provided. Mon, April … Read more
Now Hiring: Supported Learning Group leaders Are you looking for valuable work experience in your field of study? Put your classroom knowledge to work and become and SLG leader! SLG leader information session: Wed, April 1, 2:30-4 pm Abby B121 Contact Navneet.Sidhu@ufv.ca or stop by the SLG Centre (C1007) to reserve your spot. If you … Read more
Spring Break camp at UFV, March 16-20, 2020! This is an amazing Spring Break experience open to children ages 5-12. The University of the Fraser Valley Campus Recreation and Kinesiology departments partner to bring you a full week of camp, March 16-20, 2020 on the Abbotsford campus, Building E. Throughout the week, your child will … Read more
Friday, March 6, 2020 Screenings at 10 am and 11:30 am In celebration of International Women’s Day, please join us for a showing of the film Because We Are Girls. Because We Are Girls tells the story of a conservative Indo-Canadian family in small-town British Columbia that must come to terms with a devastating secret: … Read more
Record stewards are invited to take part in UFV’s records and information management training session. Further to the previous communication regarding UFV’s records and information management (RIM) program, the inaugural meeting of record stewards will kick off the project implementation phase. Thank you for supporting UFV’s RIM program. As a record steward, you will act … Read more
Please join UFV President Joanne MacLean as we welcome guest speaker Sonja D. Williams as part of a week of events for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Throughout her professional career, Sonja D. Williams has served as an educator as well as a multi-award-winning writer and producer of features and documentaries … Read more