Audition opportunity for campus-wide music video production on climate crisis

Audition Notice: Dr. Carin Bondar (who has appeared as a science communicator on Discovery Channel, National Geographic, Animal Planet, Netflix) is directing a campus-wide music video project on the climate crisis. This video requires a major amount of UFV student involvement including five major roles (male or female). Direct-to-camera presence is a must! Rhythm or … Read more

Teacher Education seminar — Sept 11

If you are planning on becoming an elementary or middle school teacher, this seminar will help you prepare for this career goal. Topics covered are: academic and non-academic requirements to enter the post-degree Bachelor of Education program teacher certification standards in BC career opportunities dispositions needed for teachers in 21st-century classrooms These seminars are recommended … Read more

School of Creative Arts launched — celebration planned for Sept 27

The UFV Theatre department and the Visual Arts department have united to form the School of Creative Arts (SoCA) within the UFV College of Arts. All Theatre and Visual Arts courses and programs continue to be offered. Students from the two areas will benefit from increased opportunities for dynamic interdisciplinary and collaborative learning, inside and … Read more

Graphic Design diploma — Winter 2020 application deadline — Sept 30

Have you heard, we now have a winter diploma intake?! The term will start in January and all classes will take place on Abbotsford campus. Only ten seats available! Make sure to apply to UFV and submit your portfolio by Monday, September 30 to begin your education in Graphic + Digital Design. Apply online. https://www.ufv.ca/graphic-design/how-to-apply/ … Read more

UFV International Student and Alumni reception – Sept 17

UFV International alumni are invited to join current students from Chandigarh and around the world who are now studying in Canada for this social event, taking place on the Abbotsford campus. Welcome students to campus and to Canada, while passing along your advice and knowledge. Tues, Sept 17 5:30 – 8 pm Abby B101 Schedule … Read more

Virtual Reality Experience — Sept 27 and Oct 2

Join the Virtual Reality Experience, facilitated by Robin Pittman — Multimedia Technician, Teaching and Learning Virtual and Augmented reality promise to change the way we interact with the world — from simulations to training, medicine, engineering, psychology (yes), and many still unexplored applications. Come join us for an hour to experience the current level of … Read more

Self-Studies in Higher Education Session 1 — Sept 18

The Adult Education department is initiating the second of an annual, themed series of study groups aimed at broadening and deepening our reflective practices and collegial relations as teachers, educators, and administrators in higher education. Session 1: Project Based Learning Wed, Sept 18 11 am-1 pm Abby B133 Project Based Learning (PBL) has been identified … Read more

Welcome event for Dr. Keith Carlson, new Canada Research Chair — Sept 24

The office of Research, Engagement, and Graduate Studies (REGS) invites all to attend a meet-and-greet for UFV’s newest Canada Research Chair, Dr. Keith Thor Carlson, on Tues, September 24 (10-11:30 am) in the Gathering Place at UFV Chilliwack. Dr. Carlson is a Professor of History from the University of Saskatchewan, an honorary member of the … Read more