Tote Bag Painting — Oct 6
Come get creative and paint a tote bag in the Student Experience Lounge. 1-3 pm Student Experience Lounge (S1111) For more information, contact Ava Kauppi at ava.kauppi@ufv.ca 10/06/2023
UFV events calendar
Elmer DIxon: From Revolutionary to Multiculturalist — Sept 27
Guest Lecture ELMER DIXON: FROM REVOLUTIONARY TO MULTICULTURALIST Wed, Sept 27 1-2 pm Abby B1o1 (lecture theatre) Everyone is welcome to attend this free event Elmer Dixon is a long-time activist involved in social change since the Black Power Movement of the 1960s. After meeting Bobby Seale, co-founder of the Black Panther Party for Self … Read more
Chowiyes-Xwithet/Rise Up-Wake Up Gathering — Sept 28
The University of the Fraser Valley in partnership with Éy St’elmexw St’elt’ílém/Good Medicine Songs (GMS), is hosting the Chowiyes-Xwithet/Rise Up-Wake Up! gathering on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, from 11:30 am–2:30 pm at the University of the Fraser Valley Gathering Place located at 45190 Caen Ave., Chilliwack, B.C. The gathering is free to attend, but in … Read more
Policy Consultation — Sustainability Policy
As part of a three -week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the new Sustainability policy. Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline 4 pm Wednesday, Sept 27, 2023. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 09/27/2023
Co-op Info Sessions (virtual) — Sept 13, 19, 21
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Hosted by our Co-op coordinators, the session will include the details, benefits, program requirements and how to apply to the Co-op program. There will be an opportunity for Q&A during the session. MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Wednesday, September 13 | 2 pm Tuesday, … Read more
Library tabling at SUB — various dates
We’re getting out of the library! 🏫 Come grab a coffee at Fairgrounds, pick up your student card, and meet your friendly library staff in the SUB! We’ll be hosting a table for five days (over two weeks) where we will review different ways we can help you this term. 🙏Thanks to our partners at … Read more
Kickback 003: The Last Taste of Summer — Sept 21
The UFV Student Union Society is hosting its third annual Kickback on September 21 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. It’s an event you won’t want to miss! They have a lot planned for a fun day out, including food trucks, a free beer garden, a live DJ, and many engaging activities. Join the party and … Read more
Chilliwack garden work party and tea — Sept 15
You are invited to a fall/late summer work party and tea in the Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden, Chilliwack campus, east side of building A, in the garden and courtyard between Kinesiology and the Indigenous Student Centre. Fri, September 15, 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Drop by for a short time, or stay as long as you like! Please … Read more
Future of Cities: Role of the United Nations — Sept 11
We are excited to extend a formal invitation to you for an upcoming event that holds immense significance in shaping the discourse around urban planning and development – “Future of Cities: Role of the United Nations and Youth.” This event is hosted by the University of the Fraser Valley with community engagement funding through #QEScholars … Read more
Stetis imexstowx (Walk Beside Us) — Sept 30
Abbotsford community partners collaborate to present commemorative event in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Sat, Sept 30, 2023 10 am–2 pm Location: Civic Plaza/Thunderbird Square, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC (Activities will take place in a number of buildings in the Civic Plaza as well as around Thunderbird Square) We invite … Read more
Welcome Back Breakfast at Indigenous Student Centre — Sept 13
Come join ISC staff, Elders and peer mentors for breakfast Wed, Sept 13 8:30-10:30 am Indigenous Student Centre — Abbotsford https://www.ufv.ca/isc/events For more information, contact Tery Kozma-Gahwiler at tery.kozma@ufv.ca 09/13/2023
UFV Cascades men’s and women’s soccer doubleheader in Chilliwack
The UFV Cascades soccer teams host their first home games on Fri, Sept 22 at Stitó:s Lá:lém Totí:lt Elementary/Middle School in Chilliwack. Come out and cheer on your Cascades as women’s soccer takes on the University of Saskatchewan at 6 pm, and men’s soccer battles with the University of Lethbridge at 8 pm. Learn more … Read more
SEO & SUS Scavenger Hunt
Welcome to your Orientation Scavenger Hunt! Speed matters! There are prizes for the top 10 students who complete the scavenger hunt the fastest on Sept 5! Quantity matters! The Scavenger Hunt will continue during the first week of classes until Sept 12 at 4 pm. After that, we will randomly draw names and if you … Read more
Building Trust Across Cultures — Sept 29
Trusting relationships are at the foundation of inclusivity. In professional settings, the actions and experiences that establish trust can differ across individuals and cultures. In this workshop, we will: • discuss why taking time for trust-building is vital in multicultural interactions and teams. • define different orientations to trust-building and locate our own orientation. • … Read more
Policy Revision: Grading System (101) policy
As part of a six-week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the revisions to the Grading System (101) policy, Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline 4 pm Wed, Oct 4, 2023. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 10/05/2023