UFV events calendar

‘Get KINnected!’ Fall Speaker Series — Nov 16

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Join the School of Kinesiology for ‘Get KINnected’ — a fall speaker series highlighting faculty research and innovative activities at UFV! Up next is Dr. Cynthia Thomson, assistant professor in the School of Kinesiology. Dr. Thomson will be presenting on November 16 from 12-1 pm. Her presentation is titled “Risk-taking, recreation, and wellbeing: Findings from … Read more

Relationships: A Cross-Cultural Exploration — Nov 8

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You know what you expect from others when relating to them—what you expect from students, colleagues, family members, and neighbours — but how much do you know about what individuals raised in a different cultural background than your own expect when interacting with you? And what happens when mismatches in expectations occur? How does it … Read more

STEP Café Career Panel: Transitioning from University to the Workplace — Nov 23

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In partnership with UFV’s Alumni Relations and CECE, STEP Café will be hosting an in-person Career Month panel for international students eligible for a post-graduate work permit on transitioning from university to the workplace. Join us to hear from alumni, employers, and an immigration consultant as they discuss how to navigate the transition, what resources … Read more

Negotiating Salary and Benefits Alumni Panel — Nov 17

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The Centre for Experiential and Career Edcuation and Alumni Relations are hosting a Career Month event on negotiating salary. Join us to gain insight from UFV alumni about salary and benefit negotiation strategies at the pre-employment, employment, and pre-departure stages across private, public, and non-profit sectors. Thurs, Nov 17 12-1:30 pm Online https://connect.ufv.ca/2022-career-month-negotiating-salary-and-benefits For more … Read more

Gallery exhibition: Ghosting of Sumas Lake — opening Nov 16

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Exhibition: Ghosting of Sumas Lake On view Nov 16-Dec 7, 2022. Ghosting of Sumas Lake is an installation in the S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery in building B, room B136, at the UFV Abbotsford campus, that accompanies the UFV Theatre fall season show of the same name. The installation documents the impact of the November 2021 flooding … Read more

Senate Public Meeting — Nov 18; submission deadline is Nov 8

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The next Senate meeting is scheduled for Friday, Nov 18, at 1:30 pm on the Abbotsford Campus in A225. The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, Nov 8 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 11/18/2022

Career Month: Ask Me Anything with Dr. Candy Ho — Nov 9

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Everyone has burning questions about work and careers. This session is a welcoming space for you to ask them! Dr. Candy Ho, assistant professor, Integrative Career and Capstone Learning from the College of Arts is excited to tackle all your questions and learn together. Think of this as an office hour with an international career … Read more

Pumpkin Carving Event — Oct 28

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We are hosting a pumpkin carving event for club members to practise their manual dexterity skills. This event is open to all students, including those that aren’t pre-dental! There will be a carving contest, and the top 3 pumpkin designs will win a prize! Co-Hosted with SUS and myCampusLife Fri, Oct 28 5-7 pm Student … Read more

School of Creative Arts Info Session: Winter 2023 Courses & Events — Nov 7

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The School of Creative Arts will be hosting info sessions for the upcoming Winter 2023 semester where students can learn about upcoming courses and events. The School Director and BFA/BMA advisor will be available to answer student questions about program requirements and course planning. Each session will focus on a different area, but students can … Read more

LING 101 — Open Class

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Please join Linguistics 101 — Open Class on Wed, Nov 9 from 11:30 am-12:50 pm. First session is “Everything you wanted to know about the sounds of language but were afraid to ask” by Dr. Alan Cameron Please register at: bit.ly/ling101-openclass Please join LING 101 – Open Class, Wednesday November 30th from 11:30am – 12:50pm. … Read more

Student workshop for NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarship Master’s Program

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Please join us for a workshop on the NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarships Master’s program: Thurs, Nov 3 Abby A254 1-2 pm The objective of the Canada Graduate Scholarships — Master’s (CGS M) program is to help develop research skills and assist in the training of highly qualified personnel by supporting students who demonstrate a high … Read more