Chilliwack Next — tech event at UFV — Nov 17

Introductory demonstrations of fast growing hi-tech 30-minute introductory demonstrations • Building an Internet Connected Doorbell • ChatOps: DevOps Deployment Management using Chatbots • Applying Machine Learning to Geospatial Applications • Building a Predictive Analytics Service • Programming a Simulator of a Quantum Computer Learn about local hi-tech programs and events: • UFV’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship … Read more

Scholarly Sharing Initiative: Technology and Subjectivity — Nov 19

Alex Wetmore and Rachel Bodnariuc — “Barometric Pleasures: Meteorology, technology, and emotion in the 1700s” Gabriel Murray–“Computational Linguistics for Real and Imagined Conversations” The Scholarly Sharing Initiative is an informal monthly gathering of faculty, students, and interested others to share, discuss, present, and receive feedback about their scholarly work. This initiative is based in the … Read more

East Africa or India internship info session — Nov 5 and 7

How does this sound? Tanzania. Kenya. India. Fully funded three months, and earn six credits. Requirements: Permanent resident, under 35 years old and has 60+ credits. The East Africa internship program is made possible by the Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships as they aim to activate a community of young global leaders across … Read more

Science Graduate School information session — Nov 13

The Faculty of Science and the Advising Centre are hosting an information session for science students who are thinking about going onto grad school. Guest speakers will discuss their experiences with grad school and information on how and when to apply will be available. Please join us for this very informative evening. Registration is not … Read more

Teacher Education Secondary School Information Seminar — Dec 7

If you are thinking about becoming an elementary or middle school teacher, we invite you to attend this information seminar. UFV offers a Bachelor of Education as a second degree if you are seeking a career as a teacher. The seminar explores what the world of education has to offer and provides valuable information about … Read more

Career opportunities — Nov 5

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Assistant Professor, History Assistant Professor, Theatre Program Assistant, School of Health Studies Auxiliary, Clerical and Administrative Support Staff Assistant, Secretary of Senate Manager, Marketing Instructor, College of Arts https://ufv.ca/careers/ For more information, contact Kulvinder Sidhu at kulvinder.sidhu@ufv.ca … Read more

greenSPEAK “Climate Change & Global Warming” with Professor Tim Cooper — Nov 15

Climate change and global warming are now being discussed in the media almost daily. However a good half of the population still is uninformed or misinformed about it.  This presentation will give a brief summary of the science, followed by a short discussion of relevant economics and technologies. Physics professor Tim Cooper will be presenting … Read more

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