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Self-awareness is the foundation of excellent teamwork, improved communication, enhanced productivity and truly inspirational leadership. Insights can raise the level of self-awareness throughout the university and help faculty and staff re-integrate into a highly successful future. The Insights Discovery model is a simple and accessible four-color model which, accompanied by an Insights Discovery Personal Profile, … Read more
As we transition to in-person work, how might we strengthen relationships across teams at UFV for greater resilience? Objective 1: Resilience tools and wellness practices for the transition to in-person work Objective 2: Connect the dots of commonalties, similar goals, and build bridges of connection across silos for increased communication and collaboration Objective 3: Get … Read more
As we transition to in-person work, how might we strengthen relationships across teams at UFV for greater resilience? Objective 1: Resilience tools and wellness practices for the transition to in-person work Objective 2: Connect the dots of commonalties, similar goals, and build bridges of connection across silos for increased communication and collaboration Objective 3: Get … Read more
The UFV Alumni Association is proud to once again support Science Talks, a series of virtual science cafés dedicated to exploring the latest research and ideas in some of the most exciting areas in science. Join UFV’s experts in the field for stimulating discussion and a chance to cut through the ‘fake news’ and misinformation … Read more
Research shows that the ways in which we consume information have been changing significantly as more information and content moves online. Learn the fundamentals of how to inform, instruct and inspire your website visitors. Facilitators: Stephanie Jantzen and Marieme Mbengue of the Marketing team in University Relations. Tues, Sept 14 10 am-noon Abby A232 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fundamentals-of-writing-for-the-web-tickets-164050813399 … Read more
Human Resources has been offering ongoing training sessions to train users on the functions of the new Applicant Tracking System, which has been live since January 7, 2021. Features of the new system include: Web-based posting requisition form Multi-level, online approvals, and posting tracking Online application interface for job seekers Secure resume viewing dashboard for … Read more
Make your online courses more meaningful. Enhance your teaching with ed tech tools from TLC’s top picks inventory. Browse our A-Z listing or find tools based on teaching outcome, popularity, and type of support. Be sure to check back regularly for updates and new apps. Upcoming Schedule: Camtasia Workshop – Wed, Aug 25 / Sep … Read more
The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering an ongoing MicroCourse series of workshops (essential Blackboard tools for online and hybrid courses ), with synchronous sessions for each MicroCourse scheduled weekly. The primary objective of these MicroCourses is the pedagogy behind the tools and how they can be used to: *achieve learning objectives *promote student engagement … Read more
During the summer months, please join Carol Suhr, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Internationalization, in a 5-part workshop series on ways to minimize barriers for multilingual learners. The sessions will provide an opportunity for faculty members to reflect and identify possible barriers for learning, and ‘weave’ the basic principles of Universal Design into their everyday practice. … Read more
Online workshops are available for UFV faculty interested in applying for funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). Aug 24 & 27, 2021 10-11:30 am Zoom event – RSVP for link Aug 24: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grant-writing-workshop-tips-and-tricks-for-writing-an-nserc-grant-proposal-tickets-166536931445 Aug 27: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grant-writing-workshop-developing-a-successful-sshrc-insight-grant-proposal-tickets-166540560299 For more information, contact Tracy Morrison at tracy.morrison@ufv.ca 08/24/2021
Join Human Resources, Risk & Safety and Facilities for an informal conversation about what returning to campus will look like. Share your questions, concerns, thoughts and ideas as we work together to ensure a smooth transition back. We’ve set up four sessions below with a maximum participation of 25 for each. Once registered, you will … Read more
Make your online courses more meaningful. Enhance your teaching with ed tech tools from TLC’s top picks inventory. Browse our A-Z listing or find tools based on teaching outcome, popularity, and type of support. Be sure to check back regularly for updates and new apps. Upcoming Schedule: Camtasia Workshop – Wed, Aug 4, 11, 25 … Read more
If you know a brand new student at UFV, or one who’s been with us for a while, the upcoming semester may come with a lot of emotions as UFV transitions back into in-person learning environments. To help students get ready for the Fall 2021 semester, the Orientation team is providing wayfinding tours of the … Read more
The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering an ongoing MicroCourse series of workshops (essential Blackboard tools for online and hybrid courses ), with synchronous sessions for each MicroCourse scheduled weekly. The primary objective of these MicroCourses is the pedagogy behind the tools and how they can be used to: *achieve learning objectives *promote student engagement … Read more
Webinar: A headhunter’s advice on how to land that job Behind the scenes expert advice to help you maximize your employability UFV alumni are invited to join us on Thursday, August 12th at noon to get insight into how and why companies advertise the roles the way they do and what happens behind the scenes … Read more