Event

Commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: Showcasing antiracism scholarship, activism and advocacy at UFV — Mar 21

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On Thursday, March 21, UFV’s Race and Antiracism Network (RAN), in collaboration with the UFV’s Scholarly Sharing Initiative (SSI), invites you to participate in our annual observance of the ‘International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.’ This event provides a unique platform to spotlight and amplify your contributions to our university’s ongoing journey toward … Read more

Movie screening of Above and Below the Ground — Mar 15

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A screening of Above and Below the Ground takes place Friday, March 15 from 10 am to noon at UFV Abbotsford. Above and Below the Ground depicts the Indigenous women activists and punk rock pastors leading Myanmar’s first country-wide environmental movement. When the Myanmar army and a Chinese corporate giant force Indigenous Kachin people off … Read more

Early Earth Day — Mar 14

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Join us at UFV Abbotsford on Thursday, March 14 from 11 am to 3 pm as we showcase strategies for many leading environmental issues, through a variety of hands-on learning opportunities. Topics that will be explored at this event include microplastics, urban planning, eco-anxiety, biodiversity, and more. This is a come-and-go event, so stop by … Read more

Movie screening of Seed: The Untold Story — Mar 13

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The UFV Chilliwack library hosts a screening of Seed: The Untold Story on Wednesday, March 13 starting at 4:30 pm. In the last century, 94 per cent of our seed varieties have disappeared. A cadre of 10 agrichemical companies, including Syngenta, Bayer, and Monsanto, controls over two-thirds of the global seed market, reaping unprecedented profits. … Read more

Cedar weaving workshop — Mar 12

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This event on Tuesday, Mar 12, will help us reflect on the gifts and generosity of cedar. Ts’elxwéyeqw educator Gracie Kelly teaches us how to weave cedar into bracelets while embracing the teaching of Lets’emo:t, Lets’eth’a:le (one heart, one mind). All cedar materials will be provided. This event requires pre-registration due to limited capacity. Visit … Read more

Traditional plant walk — Mar 12

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Carol Peters is a Stó:lō and Chawathil knowledge keeper and has a deep understanding of the plants belonging to Stó:lō temexw. In this Traditional plant walk on Tuesday, Mar 12, we will learn the Halq’eméylem names, relationships, and gifts of these plants. This event will help guide us towards appreciating the wealth of knowledge within … Read more

History in the Making: A Celebration of UFV’s 50th Anniversary — Mar 1

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Students from a variety of disciplines had the opportunity to bring UFV’s history to life recently through History in the Making, a special project celebrating UFV’s 50th anniversary. They will be sharing the results of their research on Friday, March 1, at a poster and photography exhibit in Evered Hall on the Abbotsford campus. Students … Read more

Sustainability Pathway info session — Mar 8

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Join us on Friday, March 8 at UFV Abbotsford for an information session about Sustainability at UFV. Learn about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) and the steps being taken by UFV to integrate sustainability into its activities and operations. The session will provide a comprehensive overview of the UNSDGs, a set of 17 … Read more

Code Green: Computing for a Sustainable Tomorrow — Mar 7

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On Thursday, March 7 at UFV Abbotsford, Dr. Omer Waqar presents “Green Signals: Innovating Wireless Networks for a Sustainable Future.” With a focus on exploring innovative strategies to reduce the energy consumption and carbon footprint of wireless networks, this talk will shed light on how advanced technologies can be effectively utilized to create a more sustainable … Read more

Inspiring Inclusion: Local and Global — Mar 5

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Join students from Global Development Studies (GDS) to explore the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal No. 5 – Gender Equality. The event is centered around this year’s International Women’s Day theme of “Inspire Inclusion.” Students from GDS 100 (A World of Development) and GDS 260 (Gender and Global Development) will present work on gender equality … Read more

2024 Tech Industry Panel — Mar 14

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UFV hosts a Tech Industry Panel from 10 am to noon on Thursday, March 14. Participants can attend in-person at the UFV Abbotsford campus, or online via Zoom. The tech industry is characterized by rapid and continuous change driven by innovation, market demand, and evolving consumer preferences. Businesses across all sectors are undergoing digital transformation … Read more