Event

PAWS for a Break — Every Tuesday

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Come to the Peer Resource & Leadership Centre in S1111 (Student Union Building) every Tuesday this semester to visit with Mac, UFV’s resident therapy dog. Mac, along with his handler Dawn, will be here to help you de-stress. Research has shown that petting and interacting with a friendly animal will reduce stress ♥ Tues, Jan … Read more

Health Studies information night — Feb 21

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Study health care in Chilliwack! The first step to a rewarding career in health care awaits you at UFV Chilliwack campus. Attend our information night to learn about program options in Health Studies at UFV. Hear from faculty and alumni about nursing, dental and health care program options. All welcome to attend. Follow us on … Read more

Unpacking the Backpack: A One-Woman Show by Charlene Hellson — March 21

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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

The Holocaust, Memory & Canada Today — exhibit and panel — Jan 24

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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

A Brazilian Experience Fighting against Modern Slavery — Jan 25

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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

Study Abroad Expo – win a $500 Air Canada gift card! — Feb 8

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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

DJ Sandhu Retirement and Appreciation Tea — Mar 27

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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

General Studies Mini-Fair — Feb 5

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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

Bell Let’s Talk for Mental Health — Jan 31

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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

Raven Making and Drop-in Crafts at the Chilliwack Library

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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

One-day Mindfulness Core Concepts: prerequisite for Mindfulness Teacher Training — Feb 13

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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