UFV events calendar

Commemorating 550th Gurpurab of Guru Nanak Dev ji — Nov 28

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Discussion and langar (community dinner) 6–8 pm Sikh Heritage Museum, 33089 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford ALL ARE WELCOME RSVP required: sasi@ufv.ca Please join us for a community discussion on the life and impact of the philosophy of Sri Guru Nanak Dev ji on humanity as we commemorate his 550th Birth year. Join Dr. Harjeet Singh … Read more

College Pension Plan retirement workshop — Feb 20

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SAVE THE DATE: UFV is hosting a College Pension Plan “Approaching Retirement” workshop on Thurs, Feb 20, 2020 at 9 am on the Abbotsford campus. If you would like to attend you need to register with the College Pension Plan. Thurs, Feb 20 9-11 am B121 Abbotsford campus https://college.pensionsbc.ca/approaching-retirement-workshop?inheritRedirect=true For more information, contact Debbie Dyck … Read more

Hanzi — movie screening — Nov 13

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Join us for a movie night on Wed Nov 13 at 6 pm.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ HANZI is a feature-length documentary exploring international design, visual culture and identity through the lens of modern Chinese typography.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We are honoured to have Eric Lee, GDD instructor, to facilitate a discussion after the screening. Eric’s areas of interest range … Read more

Giving Tuesday campaign

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This is the 36th consecutive year that UFV has supported the United Way. The Youth Futures Education Fund (YFEF) is one of many programs we help them support. Give today and and post-secondary students afford expenses like transit, books, and food. 11/18/2019 – 12/03/2019 For more information, contact Natalina MacLeod at natalina.macleod@ufv.ca 12/03/2019

Facilitator Development Workshop — Dec 9-13

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The Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW) is designed primarily for individuals who will be conducting the Instructional Skills Workshop at an institution. It is recommended that individuals participate in an ISW prior to applying for the FDW. The FDW provides individuals with an opportunity for professional development in a challenging and supportive atmosphere and provides connections … Read more

Shoe donations sought

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UFV Circle K International is partnering with the Soles4Souls initiative to collect UFV students’ and  employees’ new and gently-worn shoes to help individuals start and sustain small businesses to lift themselves out of poverty in countries all over the world. Donated shoes are a viable resource to help entrepreneurs provide crucial necessities for their families. … Read more

Accessibility for All open houses — Nov 21

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UFV’s Accessibility Advisory Committee is asking that each person at the university take the time to participate in British Columbia’s feedback program to inform the new accessibility legislation. The B.C. Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction has announced the preparations for new Accessibility Legislation beginning with a community engagement program which runs until November 29, … Read more

Jerzy Grotowski’s Post Modern Masterpiece Akropolis Viewing and Discussion Workshop — Nov 27

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Jerzy Grotowski’s Post Modern Masterpiece Akropolis Viewing and Discussion Workshop Facilitated by UFV faculty member Shelley Liebembuk Wed, Nov 27 5:30–8:30 pm Abby D115 Open to all. Akropolis is one of the canonical performances of the 20th century on an international scale. Legendary theatre artist Jerzy Grotowski developed the acting technique which aims for complete … Read more