Photo Voice Exhibit — Reflections of Multiculturalism — opening Nov 6

The 2018 Politics of Multiculturalism class (Posc 332) invites you to attend the opening of their annual Reflections of Multiculturalism and Diversity Photo Voice Exhibit featuring student images and experiences of multiculturalism. The opening takes place from 2:30–4:30 pm on Tues, Nov, 6 in the Global Lounge (B223). The opening will offer light refreshments and … Read more

UFV History department film series: Rulers and Rebels — Nov 21

Join History faculty and students for the third and final film screening and discussion for the fall term on Wed, Nov 21 from 1-3 pm in Abby B121. The third film is Tecumseh’s Vision, which is an episode from the documentary series We Shall Remain: America Through Native Eyes (PBS, 2009). For more info contact … Read more

Woof Wednesday in the Chilliwack campus library — Nov 7

Join St. John Ambulance dogs Red, Taylah, Nacho, Taz, Daisy and Lucky in the Chilliwack campus library on Wed, Nov 7, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Cookies and hot chocolate included in this free event. Wed, Nov 7 11:30 am-1:30 pm Chilliwack campus library https://ufvlibrary.blogspot.com/ For more information, contact Lisa Morry at lisa.morry@ufv.ca 11/07/2018

Municipal Pension Plan Seminars — Nov 21 and 27

The Municipal Pension Plan is presenting “Approaching Retirement” workshops in Chilliwack and Abbotsford in November. Staff enrolled in the MPP can register for a workshop online here. Wed, Nov 21 Chilliwack SureStay Hotel by Best Western 6-8 pm Tues, Nov 27 Abbotsford Best Western Plus Regency Inn  & Conference Centre 6-8 pm   https://www.pensionsbc.ca/portal/page/portal/client_education_registration_system/event_schedules/mpp_seminar_schedule/ For … Read more

Metis Day awareness event — Nov 7

The traditional culture of our Métis ancestors, shaped by nature, still exert strong influence on generations today, from spirituality to political attitudes. There is an undeniable relationship between Métis culture and the way history, traditional knowledge systems, healing practices, values and norms and political and legal customs are interpreted. This relationship governs the way people … Read more

UFV Master of Education information session — Nov 8

Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Mentorship UFV’s new two-year, part-time Master of Education degree is designed to equip certified K-12 educators who want to assume a leadership role in their schools or districts. The only one of its kind in Canada, the degree is crafted to respond to current trends, reforms, and innovations in … Read more

Scholarly Sharing: Perspectives on Canadian Literature — Oct 25

Ceilidh Hart (UFV)—“Reading the City, the Classroom, and the Community in Sachiko Murakami’s Rebuild” Eugenia Sojka (U of Silesia and Adjunct Professor, UFV)—“Transcultural dialogues on Indigeneity. The decolonial turn in the studies of cultures and literatures in Canada and Poland.” The Scholarly Sharing Initiative is an informal monthly gathering of faculty, students and interested others … Read more

Documentary Night — Global Development Club — Oct 24

Global Development Studies Documentary Night! Wed, Oct 24 6:30 pm Global Lounge B223 It’s going to be a great night where we’ll watch the documentary Half the Sky and then have some discussion. There will be FREE popcorn! All are welcome. We hope to see you there. For more information, contact Sterling Ray at Sterling.Ray@student.ufv.ca … Read more

Faculty of Science Dean’s Seminar Series with Kori Czuy — Nov 28

As part of the Faculty of Science Dean’s Seminar Series, Kori Czuy, PhD Candidate from the University of Calgary, Werklund School of Education, will speak on the relationship between mathematics and culture from an Indigenous perspective. Her presentation, titled “(Re)weaving frayed connections: the depth of science and mathematics knowings within Indigenous stories” will explore the … Read more