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Join us on Thursday, Sept 26 on the UFV Abbotsford campus for a bloomin’ good time, and help us grow something special as we plant a brand new pollinator garden. Whether you’re a budding gardener or have deep-rooted experience, everyone is welcome to dig in. Discover the root of our efforts by learning about native … Read more
UFV Abbotsford hosts the AgriCULTURE! Symposium on Thursday, September 19 in K Building. Dr. Michelle Superle hosts a panel discussion with representatives from Abbotsford’s culturally diverse array of agriculture and food culture groups. They’ll explore how connections between culture and agriculture take shape in Abbotsford. Abbotsford food and farming folks who help bring you delicious things … Read more
UFV’s Peace and Reconciliation Centre (PARC) is proud to have hosted the community-engaged BMO Collaboratorium during the summer of 2024. We connected 18 student research interns with five community partners, working together on 17 unique projects. On Monday, October 7, we warmly invite community partners, senior UFV leaders, and the UFV community to join us … Read more
Join UFV’s Graphic and Digital Design department and Trevor Embury, assistant professor, at UFV Abbotsford on Wednesday, September 25, for the launch of a public seminar series titled ‘Counterforms: Practices, Theories, and Methods.’ Seminars start at 6 pm in room C1422. Explore the complexities of design across its various modalities, from practice and activism to … Read more
Join UFV Library, College of Arts, and UFV International at UFV Abbotsford on Wednesday, September 18, for the third annual welcome back event. This gathering includes guest speakers, origami making, a display of donated books from the Read Japan Project, and light refreshments. We hope to see you there! For more info, click here or … Read more
The book launch for Geographies of the Heart takes place Friday, September 27 from 4 to 5:30 pm at UFV Abbotsford. The book, co-edited by UFV associate professor Amea Wilbur, offers 18 emotional stories from migrants. A settlement worker recalls being a child soldier in Sudan. The child of undocumented migrants finds love in a … Read more
RAC Mixer WHEN: September 17, 2024 TIME: 12 to 2pm LOCATION: K170, Abbotsford campus Faculty members are invited to the Research Mixer for an engaging and interactive afternoon of networking and discovery. This event offers a lively chance to connect with colleagues, explore exciting research projects, and participate in fun games. With prizes up for … Read more
It is never too early to get involved on campus. As you embark on this exciting new chapter, we want to ensure you start off on the right foot by connecting with your peers and making lasting friendships. To help you do just that, we are thrilled to announce our First-Year Friendship Socials, a series … Read more
The Board of Governors is starting the process to select the next President and Vice-Chancellor of UFV to succeed Dr. Joanne MacLean upon her planned retirement on June 30, 2025. This process follows the Presidential Search Policy (247) approved by the Board and Senate. Currently, the Board is seeking to fill the search committee. For … Read more
Come engage with researchers on the interconnected challenges and opportunities that support a holistic approach to health resilience and sustainability. On Thursday, October 24 at UFV Abbotsford, experts from UFV, the Cooperative University of Kenya (CUK), and the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) will be on a panel discussion sharing their insights on One Health. … Read more
Mehfil — South Asian Folk Music & Poetry event The South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) invites you to come and join Mehfil, a South Asian Folk Music event, with poetry, singing, and music. The first event of this kind at UFV! SASI has been recording, translating, and transcribing cultural treasures of South Asian music and … Read more
Please be advised that Elite Fire Protection will be conducting annual fire device testing in UFV Chilliwack’s S building on Monday, August 19 from 8 am to 2 pm. They will be testing bells, strobes, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers. S building is next to the Trades and Technology Centre and is home to the … Read more
Join Lorna Andrews at our upcoming Holistic Approaches to Teaching and Learning workshop on Thursday, Aug 15 on the UFV Chilliwack campus. Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island have strived to live a balanced lifestyle, related to the worldview that everything is interconnected. Holism involves the four domains of self: mind (to know), heart (to belong), … Read more
On Thursday, August 15th at noon, we will gather to commemorate three years since the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. This event takes place on the UFV Abbotsford campus, in the walkway between the Student Union Building (Building S) and the UFV Athletic Centre (Building E). Afghan women have been banned from attending university since December … Read more
Come on out the our annual Employee Fall BBQ on August 21 on the UFV Chilliwack campus green. Enjoy a fun-filled day of great food, music, games and plain old summer fun as we welcome in the new academic year. The UFV Campus Shuttle is available between campuses and for those that choose to drive, … Read more