UFV events calendar

SUS Angel Tree program: Adopt an Angel and make Christmas brighter for UFV students and their families

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Please be an angel this Christmas and help out the families of students in need by choosing an angel from the Angel Tree to sponsor. Angels are posted the trees located in the atrium of the Student Union Building on the Abbotsford campus and in the Atrium of Building A on the Chilliwack campus, with … Read more

Summer Institute in Teacher Education at UFV — Call for Instructors

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The UFV Teacher Education department is offering a summer institute in teacher education titled Innovative Teaching Practices for 21st Century Students in July 2016. This SITE provides exciting opportunities for local, national, and international educators to engage in powerful professional development and qualify for possible TQS (Teacher Qualification Service) category upgrade. Our theme for SITE … Read more

Ready and True: India and the Great War — exhibit opens Oct 23

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Ready and True: India and the Great War Oct 20–Nov 6 Through selected archival photographs, art work, and written accounts, Ready and True showcases the almost forgotten contribution of approximately 1.7 million Indian soldiers and non-combatants to the Great War. Offering an intimate glimpse into their experiences on the battlefield, at rest, and during convalescence, … Read more

The REDress Project

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The Visual Arts department, with the support of the Indigenous Affairs office, presents a campus-wide art installation (Oct 15-16) called the REDress Project. Inspired by the work of Winnipeg Metis artist Jaime Black, several red dresses will be installed throughout UFV campus to bring awareness to the missing and murdered Indigenous girls and women. Each … Read more

2016/17 Budget Development forums: Oct 19 and 21

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A message from President Mark Evered 2016-17 Budget Development: Attend a Forum The university has begun the process of planning its budget for next year. As in the past, we welcome your guidance. I invite all members of the UFV community to attend one of the following two opportunities to discuss the principles, goals, opportunities, … Read more

China Study Tour Photo Exhibition

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Please join us on Thurs, Oct 8 from 3:30-4:30pm in the UFV International Global Lounge (Abby B223) for the launch of the China Study Tour photo exhibition. A chance to walk in the shoes of the 14 individuals who took part in UFV’s third China Study Tour. Food and beverages will be provided. http://blogs.ufv.ca/studyabroad/2015/10/05/china-study-tour-photo-exhibition/ For … Read more

Career & Life Planning workshop — Oct 21 or Nov 18

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Find out which career is right for you! The UFV Counselling department is offering a free career & life planning two-hour workshop on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses to help students determine their dream career. As a current UFV and prospective student, you will get a chance to: Explore your interests, values & personality Identify … Read more

Fire alarm testing — Abbotsford campus

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Facilities Management has Tyco Integrated Fire & Security scheduled to perform annual fire alarm testing. Fire alarm testing will occur at the Abbotsford campus from July 20–31. Disruptions at all buildings should be minimal, with bell ringing reserved for early morning or late evening so as not to disturb regular classes and operations. If there … Read more

UFV Theatre announces new season

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The UFV Theatre department will once again challenge and engage audiences as it presents its 2015/16 Season of Theatre. Two exceptional plays have been chosen to inspire and entertain local audiences. All productions will be held in the UFV performance theatre, located at the corner of Yale and Airport roads in Chilliwack. Show 1 — … Read more

Artona Grad photography is coming back in May

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Artona Grad photography is coming back in May. 2015 grads can book photo session now. Professional photographers from the Artona Group, the official graduation photographer for UFV, will be on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack CEP campus in March for graduate portrait sessions ($15 sitting fee) May 25- 30 – Abbotsford campus Building C, Room 1420 … Read more

Daffodil Days are back at UFV — March 23-25

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Daffodil Days, the fundraising initiative of the Canadian Cancer Society, are back at UFV March 23-25. UFV student clubs will have booths around campus and will be visiting departments to sell daffodils and collect donations. The UFV Muslims club, UFV Arab Club, and the Baker House Residence Association are taking the lead on this year’s … Read more