New at Campus Recreation and Active Living

Campus Recreation’s goal is to provide the UFV students, staff, faculty, and alumni with opportunities to enjoy active, healthy, and social experiences while also supporting student leadership and growth. Join us for Two FREE Trials Weeks from September 8-18, and try any of our organized drop-in sports or join the intramural leagues time slots before … Read more

Truth & Reconciliation Audio Lounge | Listen & Reflect — Sept 25, 26, 29

Truth & Reconciliation Audio Lounge | Listen and Learn In preparation for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, join us in the Truth & Reconciliation Audio Lounge, an exhibit-style space created for listening, learning, and reflection. Through QR-coded posters, you’ll have the opportunity to hear testimonies from Indigenous Peoples and explore the … Read more

Campus Communities Open House — Sept 17

Open House sessions on Wednesday September 17 to share more about plans for developing land on the Abbotsford campus. Representatives from the design team — including TKA+D Architecture, PFS Studio, and Happy Cities — will be available to answer your questions and hear your ideas. What is Campus Communities? Campus Communities (also known as UFV … Read more

Alex Neve | From Near to Far: Making Universal Human Rights Just That: Universal — Oct 9

Where do we – our community, our country, and our world – stand on the project of human rights? How can we ensure that the aspiration of a universal human rights system is realized? What can and must we as individuals, in our everyday lives, do to promote not only our human rights, but those … Read more

Chilliwack campus mini expo — Sept 17

Need help finding your way around campus, learning about student services, or just want to connect with friendly faces? Stop by the Mini Expo hosted by your UFV community of departments, services and student organizations. Your UFV community of departments and services will be there to answer your questions, share resources, and point you in … Read more

Pancake breakfast in Abbotsford — Sept 18

Pancake Breakfast – Abbotsford Campus Start your morning the best way possible — with a warm stack of pancakes, good company, and plenty of campus spirit! Join us for a free community breakfast hosted by your UFV departments, services, and student organizations. Thurs, Sept 18 9–11 am S1111, Student Union Building, Abbotsford campus What to … Read more

Campus Connect Booth — Sept 11

Campus Connect Booth – Abbotsford Campus Need help finding your way around campus, learning about student services, or just want to connect with friendly faces? Stop by the Campus Connect Booth hosted by your UFV community of departments, services and student organizations. Time: 11 am–1 pm Location: Breezeway between buildings A & B, Abbotsford campus … Read more

Counterforms: Practices, Theories, and Methods lecture series — starts Sept 24

The lecture series, titled Counterforms: Practices, Theories, and Methods, hosted by the Graphic and Digital Design department (GDD) and organized by assistant professors Trevor Embury and Marcia Higuchi, provides a platform to explore the complexities of design across multiple modalities, including practice, advocacy, discipline, and ways of knowing. Participants will engage with academics and practitioners … Read more

Provost Lunch and Learn — Allyship in Action Project — Sept 25

You’re invited! Provost Lunch and Learn: Allyship in Action Project Hosted by Stefania Pizzirani and the TLC team Join us to learn about the findings from a new review of Indigenization at UFV where nearly 30 faculty colleagues from 18 different departments or faculties were met with. In this review, led by Stefania Pizzirani and … Read more

Opening Doors: First-Gen Voices at UFV — Sept 17

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion designed with first-generation students in mind. Our speakers will share insights, encouragement, and practical advice to help you navigate university life with confidence. This event celebrates the diversity of experiences across campuses, programs, and personal journeys — reminding you that there’s no single path to success, and you’re … Read more

ART IN PRACTICE: SoCA faculty & staff exhibit — opening reception Sept 10 — Exhibit runs Sept 10-29

The opening reception for ART IN PRACTICE, the School of Creative Arts faculty and staff exhibit takes, place Wednesday, Sept 10, starting at 12:30 pm in the UFV Abbotsford S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery (B Build, Room B136). All are welcome to attend, and admission is free. The exhibit will be available for viewing in the gallery … Read more

Campus Recreation and Active Living -Two free trial weeks — Sept 8-18

Kickstart your semester with two free weeks at Campus Recreation & Active Living. From September 8-18, try out the Summit Fitness Centre, join a drop-in sport or intramural league, and explore so much more. Don’t miss your chance to get active, meet new people, and have fun. For more information, visit https://www.ufv.ca/campusrec/ or check out … Read more

Senate public meeting — Sept 19

The next Senate public meeting is scheduled for Friday, Sept 19, 2025 at 1:30 pm on the Abbotsford campus in room A225. The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, Sept 9 at noon. Please email your submissions to UFVSenate@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/senate/meeting-schedule/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 09/19/2025