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Institution Research and Planning is looking for student participation in a research study. The purpose of the study is to gain an understanding of the student perception of UFV’s campus environment and campus life. For more information, contact Tracy Morrison at tracy.morrison@ufv.ca 02/06/2018
Charlene Hellson will be presenting her one-woman show, Unpacking the Backpack, at UFV on March 21, 1:30-4 pm. Charlene Hellson is a member of the Siksika Nation, part of the Blackfoot Confederacy. She leads several lives as mother, performer, writer, and manager of the Aboriginal Mental Health program for Alberta Health Services. She lives in … Read more
You are invited to UFV History department Photo Exhibit titled, “The Holocaust, Memory & Canada Today” in partnership with University of the Fraser Valley – UFV International. In May, 2017, fourteen people from the UFV community participated in a study tour of Holocaust history, focusing on historical sites associated with the planning and implementation of … Read more
UFV Latin American Studies and Global Development Studies present: A Brazilian Experience Fighting against Modern Slavery For almost 20 years, Mary Ann Junho Song has worked in Brazil for the Ministry of Labour and Employment. Please join us as she shares her engagement with issues of marginalization, invisibility and trauma, as experienced by those victimized … Read more
Interested in studying abroad but don’t know how to get started? Come to the Study Abroad Expo on Thurs, Feb 8. Find out about all of the amazing options available to you. Learn about eligibility requirements, application procedures, and the great scholarships available to you. Each student approved to study abroad is eligible for up … Read more
We will be acknowledging DJ’s service to UFV and congratulating him on his retirement. This will be an informal standing reception with a few people giving short remarks, followed by a gift presentation. People from UFV and the community will be invited, along with former presidents and colleagues. DJ’s UFV service record includes: 1994-2017 — … Read more
Have questions about your degree or diploma? Want to learn how to make the most of your General Studies education? Open to all current and prospective General Studies students, this event will feature a series of 30-minute information sessions regarding the most important areas of the program. Topics include: completing the Customized Learning Plan, meeting … Read more
Visual Arts Silent Auction Jan 30-Feb 2 Proceeds go to the production of the Creative & Performing Arts Festival on April 27. The event is open to the public for FOUR days and provides a rare opportunity to acquire artworks that are affordable. Winners will be contacted on Feb 5. Everyone is welcome! Tue, Jan … Read more
On Wednesday, January 31st, the UFV Counselling department invites you to help us end stigma around mental health. Let’s start the conversation. Come by to learn about mental health, play a game, and win swag. Wed, Jan 31 11 am-3 pm Abbotsford — Library Rotunda Chilliwack — Atrium (across from cafeteria) For more information, contact … Read more
Join us for the 3rd annual Glowga, presented by UFV Yoga Club, SUS, and Campus Recreation! Tue, Jan 23 6-8 pm Evered Hall (in the SUB); Abbotsford Campus From 6- 7 pm enjoy glow paint activities, grab some tasty snacks, and socialize! The lights go out and the yoga session starts at 7 pm. There … Read more
The Indigenous Student Centre and Chilliwack campus library are collaborating on a series of drop-in crafts and raven-making workshops on the Chillwack campus this winter: • Thurs, Jan 18, drop-in craft (dreamcatchers, mini button blankets, medicine bags, beaded dragonflies) in the library, 11:30 am-1:30 pm • Mon, Jan 29, raven making in the atrium, 2 … Read more
UFV Scholarship and Leadership Awards Application Workshop Fri, March 16 For more information, contact Financial Aid at finaid@ufv.ca 03/16/2018
The one-day Mindfulness Core Concepts on Feb 13 is an experiential workshop that will introduce participants to the origins, principles, and practices of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and other mindfulness-based interventions. Interested in teaching others mindfulness? This one-day course is a prerequisite for the Six-Day MBSR Intensive Training & Retreat on June 23-29, 2018, which … Read more
Deep Sea Changes Featuring Madeline Hildebrandt On view January 8–25 Deep Sea Changes is an installation depicting an undersea environment made from a variety of plastics gathered from my everyday life. Plastics are being used to represent this environment because of deep environmental concerns for the current and future state of the oceans that are … Read more
Deep Sea Changes Featuring Madeline Hildebrandt Opening reception Mon, Jan 8 @ 6-8 pm On view Jan 8-25, 2018. Deep Sea Changes is an installation depicting an undersea environment made from a variety of plastics gathered from my everyday life. Plastics are being used to represent this environment because of deep environmental concerns for the … Read more