Blackboard Learn — introductory workshops

TLC LEARNING DESIGNER WORKSHOPS Blackboard Learn — Introductory Workshop Wed, Aug. 14 Chilliwack Campus, Rm A1202 2-4 pm Thurs, Aug. 15 Online Instruction 9:30–11:30 am Wed, Aug. 21 Abby G181 9:30–11:30 am This workshop will provide you with an overview of Blackboard Learn. Topics include: how to navigate Blackboard, how to personalize your course, and … Read more

New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation is open to all new-to-UFV students. During Orientation you will: Connect with other students in your program Become familiar with UFV supports and resources and know how to access them Learn your way around campus Discover all that UFV has to offer you! For more information on New Student Orientation, please visit … Read more

Kaltura upgrade on July 27

UFV Mediaspace and myMedia in myClass (Blackboard Learn) will be unavailable on July 27 2019, from 12 noon til 10 pm. Upgrade will include, – Kaltura Capture desktop recorder will replace Capturespace – Express Capture – In-video Quizzing will allow Multiple attempts, Analytics table, Open Question type (not gradable). For more information on this upgrade, … Read more

Educators Journey Towards Reconciliation — Aug 26 & 27

Join us for the Educators Journey Towards Reconciliation, facilitated by Lorna Andrews Mon and Tues, Aug 26-27 9 am-4:30 pm Abby G124 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 … Read more

Welcome Back BBQ — Wed Aug 21

All faculty, staff, administrators, and their families are invited to attend our annual Welcome Back BBQ to celebrate the start of a new academic year. Enjoy being with colleagues, the outdoors, great food, music, giveaways and fun including a candy bar and ice cream sundae stations, and fun activities for all ages. We hope to … Read more

Tea for Two: a celebration of baking.

Enjoy the latest display of titles from the Newman Western Canadian Cookbook Collection: Tea for Two, a celebration of baking. A selection of community cookbooks as well as company cookbooks are on display highlighting their functions as community builders and marketing tools of new convenience foods. Abbotsford campus library (G building) https://libguides.ufv.ca/NewmanCollection For more information, … Read more

Abbotsford International Airshow – UFV alumni exclusive viewing lounge

UFV alumni and their families are invited to join us at the Abbotsford International Airshow in our UFV alumni exclusive viewing lounge on Saturday, August 10 at Abbotsford International Airport. 9 am: Gates Open – Static Display, Exhibit Area and Concessions Open 10 am: Alumni Chalet Open 11 am: Opening Ceremonies 1:30 pm: USAF Thunderbirds … Read more

South Asians in Britain: A Talk by Dr. Tahseen Choudhury

Independent researcher Dr. Tahseen Choudhury comes to UFV to speak about South Asian diasporas in Britain, spanning from decolonization to post-diasporic hybridity. Dr. Choudhury’s presentation will be on Tuesday, July 23 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) in room F125. For more information, contact Sharanjit Sandhra at sharanjit.sandhra@ufv.ca    

Facilitating Learning Online (FLO)– August 6-30

Facilitating Learning Online (FLO) Please join us for the Facilitating Learning Online (FLO) facilitated by Michelle Johnson, Leonne Beebe and Ken Harmel. FLO Online Schedule — August 6-30, 2019 FLO is a four-week online asynchronous course with scheduled synchronous sessions. The course is designed for UFV faculty who wish to improve or have little online … Read more