Cascades Team Spirit social — Oct 31

On Oct 31, share your UFV spirit at the Cascades basketball home opening games versus UBC. Join us before the games for pizza, mocktails, face paint, music, prizes, and more. Make sure you wear UFV gear, green, or a costume. Registration is required. For more information, contact Ava Kauppi at ava.kauppi@ufv.ca. Thu, Oct 31, 2024 … Read more

in common Speakers’ Series: What do Sikhs and Christians think about Loss and Grief? — Oct 17

The in common Speaker Series returns Thursday, Oct 17 at UFV Abbotsford for a new conversation titled ‘What do Sikhs and Christians think about loss and grief,’ featuring Dr. Kala Singh, and Rev. Brian Robertson. This speaker series, presented by UFV’s Peace and Reconciliation Centre and moderated by Dr. Allyson Jule, PARC Interfaith Faculty Associate, … Read more

UFV Trades & Technology Opportunity Fair — Oct 17

A UFV Trades and Technology Opportunity Fair takes place Thursday, Oct 17, from 10 am to 3 pm at UFV Chilliwack’s Trades & Technology Centre. Sponsored by Coast Capital, this event will see numerous corporate, government, and nonprofit agencies promoting jobs and career opportunities for our students and alumni in a variety of fields, including … Read more

South Asian Studies – Fall Series — Oct 8, 15, 22, and 29

The South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) has selected four lectures and screenings for the South Asian Studies Fall Series, offering a mix from B.C. and beyond. The series starts with an Oct 8 Lecture by Dr. Hassan Javid – Challenging Authoritarianism: The 2024 Elections in South Asia Taking place at UFV Abbotsford in room K155  … Read more

Politalk special lecture — Oct 9

UFV’s political science department cordially invites you to a Politalk special lecture titled, ‘Where are the women in Africa? Can Ghana’s affirmative action bill improve women’s representation in politics?’ The event takes place on Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm in room A225 at UFV Abbotsford. Ghana has often been portrayed as a … Read more

TEDxAbbotsford — Nov 15

The Power of Gratitude: TEDxAbbotsford 2024 On Friday, Nov 15, at UFV Abbotsford, TEDxAbbotsford invites you to explore “The Power of Gratitude.” Our 2024 theme delves into the transformative impact of gratitude, a concept cherished by philosophers and celebrated by scientists alike. Gratitude is more than a polite expression — it’s a powerful force that … Read more

Fraser Valley Writers Festival — Nov 1-2

The two-day Fraser Valley Writers Festival kicks off on Nov 1 at UFV Abbotsford, featuring 10 acclaimed authors from B.C. and Ontario in a celebration of Canadian literary excellence. In its 17th year, the festival will be growing once again, with nine free events spread over two days, including keynote addresses, panel discussions, writer workshops, … Read more