Event

A.I. in the workplace: A conversation with Longhouse Media — Nov 6

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Kick off Career Month on Wednesday, Nov 6 at Evered Hall on the UFV Abbotsford campus with an insider chat featuring experts Keenan Beavis of Longhouse Marketing and Tristan Taylor of the Canadian AI Advancement Institute. From 5 to 7 pm, explore profitable AI integration in the workplace, key recommendations for adapting to AI, and … Read more

in common Speakers’ Series: What do Baha’I and Anglicans think about Political Engagement? — Nov 21

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The latest installment of the in Common Speakers’ Series is Thursday, Nov 21 at UFV Abbotsford with a discussion about what Baha’I and Anglicans think about political engagement. This gathering runs from 12:15 to 1:30 pm in room A305 and features Greg Duly from the Baha’I community, and Rev. Art Turnbull, retired Military Chaplain. The … Read more

Cascades Giving Day: Rallying Together for Student Success — Nov 5

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On Tuesday, Nov 5, the UFV community is coming together for the inaugural Cascades Giving Day — a 24-hour campaign dedicated to raising $50,000 in support of student-athletes and athletics programs. UFV student-athletes, coaches, alumni, and staff are rallying to raise essential funds. Your support will bolster programs for varsity sports, campus recreation, and strength … Read more

50 Year Reunion: Continuing Education & Applied Business Technology — Nov 2

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The Continuing Education and Applied Business Technology departments invite all of our students, alumni, staff, instructors, and friends from the last 50 years to join us at the beautiful Clearbrook campus from 10 am to noon on Saturday, Nov 2. Reconnect with your old classmates and instructors, enjoy hand-decorated cookies and artisanal coffee, and snap … Read more

Visiting Scholar Talk: “Mother of the Equal Rights Amendment: How Martha Griffiths Made History” — Nov 14

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A Visiting Scholar Talk presented by UFV’s History department takes place on Thursday, Nov 14, from 11 am to noon at UFV Abbotsford (room A225). In 1970, Martha W. Griffiths allied with feminists inside and outside Congress, moving the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) to the top of the US political agenda as away to remove … Read more

“Feel Better” by Dr. Shahana Alibhai — book launch and author conversation — Oct 28

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Join UFV’s Community Health and Social Innovation (CHASI) Hub on Monday, Oct. 28 at 4 pm to celebrate Dr. Shahana Alibhai’s new book, Feel Better, a roadmap to understanding emotions, their impacts on day-to-day life, and turning that knowledge in action for a better emotional state. The gathering takes place at UFV Abbotsford in room … Read more

Portals into Nature closing reception — Nov 8

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Please join us for the closing reception of ‘Portals into Nature’ on Friday, Nov. 8 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at the UFV Abbotsford S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. This group exhibit, curated by SoCA student Megan Ali and recent SoCA graduate Yukun Lin, reflects on the ever-changing relationship between … Read more

Faculty research workshop | Safeguarding your research from predatory publications and conferences — Oct 22

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Faculty members are invited to join Dr. Garry Fehr, Associate Vice-President, Research and Graduate Studies, to learn how to protect your research from predatory publications and conferences. Attend in person at UFV Abbotsford, from 9 to 10 am on Tuesday, Oct 22. Attend online via Zoom at this link. For more information, contact Leona Oakman … Read more

The Power of Words: The Importance of Strategic Communication in the Middle East — Oct 23

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This lecture on Oct 23 from 4 – 6 pm (room A225 on the Abbotsford campus) will shed light on Canadian Armed Forces participation in the Combined Maritime Force 150. This is the largest maritime security partnership comprised of 46 nations that operate in Middle Eastern waters. Learn from Lieutenant-Commander Diane Larose about strategic communications … Read more

UFV/FSA Employee Halloween Party — Oct 31

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All employees are invited to the UFV/FSA Halloween Party on October 31 at the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses (Room A225/A227 in Abbotsford, room A2209 in Chilliwack). There will be pizza, pop, dessert, and prizes for most creative costumes! No RSVP required this year – just pop on in! NOTE: Protecting and upholding the dignities of … Read more