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We are bringing together people from across the Fraser Valley to work on the complex problem: How do we rebuild for climate resilience? A Creativity Lab is a structured, facilitated process that allows participants to build cohesive ideas. Through activities that stimulate creativity and collaboration, this process has been proven to generate vibrant, actionable solutions. … Read more
Looking for relevant work experience? Attend one of the three upcoming online Co-op info sessions to find out how you can combine your academic studies with relevant paid work experience! The session will include details, benefits, program requirements, and how to apply to the Co-op program. Session #1 – Thursday – May 12|10:30 am – … Read more
The two workshops in this series will offer insight into what Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is and why it is crucial to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. They are experiential and will help participants to articulate what sustainability means and the ways it is intricately connected with issues of social and ecological justice. Each … Read more
Applications for UFV Scholarship and Leadership awards are now open! Scholarships recognize and support exceptional academic achievement. Applicants must have achieved a minimum 3.5 GPA unless otherwise stated in the scholarship criteria. Leadership Awards recognize outstanding and unpaid service to the university community and/or the community at large, leadership and volunteer work. A minimum GPA … Read more
At its April 22, 2022 meeting, Senate approved the revisions to the following policy: • Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) #94 The policy is located on the Secretariat website: https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 05/16/2022
If you have a desire to learn about the estimated lifetime costs associated with raising children, how to optimize investment opportunities, the types of insurance you may require, or what estate planning tools you may require, this webinar is for you. https://ufv-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aJm4zayeQYOngchEMotZMg Wed, May 4 12-1 pm Virtual Zoom https://ufv-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aJm4zayeQYOngchEMotZMg For more information, contact Bahara … Read more
This webinar will assist you in building your personal toolbox for growing your wealth. Embedded in this webinar is an opportunity for Q&A related to the investment vehicles that will be discussed. From RRSPs and TFSAs to GICs and Bonds, this webinar will cover a wide variety of options, giving you the right tools to … Read more
This webinar is designed to equip women with tools to build a financially secure future. Bring a friend and learn about creating a roadmap to achieve your financial goals. This financial literacy webinar covers young adulthood through to retirement. Register today: https://ufv-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Pl58uvCHTT6tpdxenNk24Q The UFV Alumni Association, in partnership with affinity partner TD Insurance, is pleased … Read more
The following new policies have been approved and will be accessible on the website below: Fraud Prevention (240) Emergency Management and Business Continuity (241) Risk Management (242) Please share with others in your area. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 05/13/2022
Forum Theatre Workshop Presented by UFV Theatre with Professor Michelle LaFlamme Wed, May 18 11 am-12:30 pm. Abby D105 Lunch will be provided after the workshop in D115 at 12:30 pm. UFV students are invited to participate in a brief and engaging forum theatre workshop. Professor LaFlamme will outline the aims and power of forum … Read more
UFV students are welcome to join a Media Arts info session on Tuesday, April 26 from 12:30-1:30 pm via zoom. UFV faculty and the advisor for Media Arts will present details about the revised Bachelor of Media Arts degree program, new concentrations in the program, and information about new course offerings in Media Arts, launching … Read more
Are you a UFV faculty member designing a new course? Or are you redesigning a course for its six-year review? Then this professional development opportunity is designed for you. The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering a 2-week Course (Re)Design Institute from May 16 to May 27 that will provide you with the tools to … Read more
Educators’ Journey towards Reconciliation June 13, 14, 2022 (9 am to 4 pm) UFV Abbotsford campus The Educators Journey Towards Reconciliation is a two-day workshop where we will go through a journey to discover challenges and best practices in decolonizing our education practice and spaces. Through reflecting on your experiences and knowledge of Indigenous history … Read more
Internationalization includes integrating different ways of knowing into activities and curriculum. But what is a “way of knowing”? What if instructors aren’t familiar with different ways of knowing? How can they do it for content that is not “cultural” in nature? In this workshop, we will start by engaging in a cross-disciplinary exercise that activates … Read more
The next Senate meeting is scheduled for Friday, May 13, 2022 at 1:30 pm on the Abbotsford Campus in A225. The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, May 3 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 05/13/2022