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A workshop on Wednesday, Feb 7, at UFV Abbotsford explores best practices in hiring and is designed to help employees be effective selection advisory committee (SAC) Chairs or members. Topics covered include: purpose of the interview, legal considerations in hiring, job descriptions and competencies, developing interview questions, and deliberation and decision making. The workshop is … Read more
Winter openings for new food services at the UFV Abbotsford campus have been delayed. Spirit Bear Café, located in A Building, will open Monday, Jan 8 with operating hours between 8 am and 3 pm. Korean Street Food Café in the Student Union Building (formerly StrEats) opens Monday, Jan 15, with operating hours between 8 … Read more
Plan, don’t cram! Making time for all your priorities as a student can be tricky. In these Academic Success Centre workshops on Jan 22 (Chilliwack) and 23 (Abbotsford), we’ll help you find balance in your schedule, explore new strategies for planning out your semester, and learn effective time management techniques. Starting strong can help you … Read more
As part of a three-week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the new Hybrid Workplace policy. Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by 4 pm Wednesday, Jan 24, 2024. For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 01/24/2024
UFV alumni and their families are invited the join the UFV Cascades men’s and women’s basketball teams to catch exciting home game action at the UFV Cascades Hall of Fame weekend on Jan 19 and 20. Presented by the UFV Alumni Association, games take place at the Envision Athletic Centre on the UFV Abbotsford campus. … Read more
The next Senate public meeting is scheduled for Friday, Jan 19 at 1:30 pm on the UFV Abbotsford Campus, building K, room 162. The deadline for submission for agenda items is Tuesday, Jan 9 at noon. Please email your submissions to UFVSenate@ufv.ca and for more information, email marlene.affleck@ufv.ca. See the full Senate meeting schedule at … Read more
Applications for the Work-Study Grant Program in the 2024-25 cycle will open Monday, Jan 15. We have recently made a few changes to the application, and we will be hosting another virtual Work-Study information session on Wednesday, Jan 10 to go over the work term, including the revised Information Guide for Applicants 2024-25, and answer … Read more
Money in, money out. It’s all about tracking your cash flow and planning for the expected and unexpected. Join the Student Wellness team at the Chilliwack campus in partnership with RBC for pizza and juice, and to learn how to make your budget work for you. Thu, Jan 18, 2024 Noon to 1 pm UFV … Read more
Ghar Kaha Hai? (Where is Home?) is a time-based media art and photo exhibit by Anushray Singh The exhibit takes place between Jan 9 and Feb 2, 2024 at the S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery at UFV Abbotsford. It expresses Singh’s continuous exploration of the concept of ‘Third Space’ through the perspective of immigration, identity, nostalgia, longing, … Read more
Curious about how to apply to UFV as a transfer student? This webinar will provide clarity and instruction on the credit transfer process. By the end of the session, you will understand how to use the BC Transfer Guide, how to find post-secondary entrance requirements, how to apply as a transfer student, and how the … Read more
Join us on the first day of the semester at the Abbotsford campus. This is your chance to meet other students, ask staff and faculty questions, connect with support services, and experience life at UFV before classes even starts. We can’t wait to meet you. Tue, Jan 2, 2023 11 am to 4 pm UFV … Read more
Join the UFV Orientation Scavenger Hunt! Explore the Abbottsford and Chilliwack campuses, scanning QR codes and answering questions for a chance to win gift cards. Every new location visited increases your entry in the draw. Winners announced Jan 16. Check your email for prize instructions, and have fun! Jan 2-17, 2024 UFV Abbotsford and Chilliwack … Read more
Have fun, be active and meet new people. Approved sports for co-ed open court include basketball, badminton, pickleball, and spike ball. Activities are available on a first come first serve basis. Equipment is available for sign-out with your UFV Campus card and must be returned prior to leaving. Any damaged or loss of equipment may … Read more
We are excited to announce an open call for submissions for our upcoming exhibition, AI Art: Exploring Creativity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. The exhibition runs Mar 13 to Apr 4 at the S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery on the UFV Abbotsford campus. We invite artists and creators from the UFV community to submit their innovative … Read more
Come and try a variety of Campus Recreation programs for free. This includes drop-in sports, fitness classes, intramural sports (before leagues start), and one free visit to the Summit Fitness Centre. Pre check-in at the UFV Abbotsford Client Service Desk (E150) is required. See https://ufv.ca/campusrec/ For more information, contact Cheryl Johnson (Van Nes) at cheryl.johnson@ufv.ca 01/19/2024