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On behalf of the academic leaders, the Provost invites all UFV employees to celebrate the year’s end and a new year’s beginning with holiday receptions Dec 10 and 12 in Abbotsford and Chilliwack, respectively. The Abbotsford gathering will be held on Tuesday, Dec 10, from 2:30 to 4 pm in the gym foyer of Building … Read more
The adhoc open education working group is an informal group of teaching and non-teaching faculty and staff interested in growing open education initiatives at UFV. If you are interested in open education, please consider joining us at our next online meeting on Monday, Dec 9 from 11 am to noon. To receive the meeting link … Read more
You’re invited to Provost Lunch and Learn: “Building Pathways Between Programs.” This online gathering takes place Wednesday, Nov 27 from noon to 1 pm on MS Teams, hosted by Chris Campbell, Christine Nehring, Carolyn MacLaren and Michelle Rhodes. This Provost Lunch and Learn provides an early report and energetic discussion on the work of The … Read more
Each year, the Research Office invites 20+ faculty researchers to take part in the UFV Microlecture Series by providing a snapshot of their research in just two minutes or less. On Thursday, Feb 13, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at UFV Abbotsford’s Spirit Bear Café, researchers will take the spotlight one after the other … Read more
Celebrate learning at UFV with an online event from 2:30 to 3:30 pm on Wednesday, Dec. 18. The theme is alternate grading practices, featuring presenters Mike Corman, Jess Wind, Keith Harms, and Claire Hay. You’ll gain fresh insights, practical strategies, and a deeper appreciation for the remarkable work your colleagues are doing to enhance student … Read more
Are you a Swiftie who loves diving deep into the cultural impact of Taylor Swift’s music, or perhaps a scholar interested in exploring the intersections of feminism, identity, and media studies through pop culture? We’ve got the perfect event for you, taking place Thursday, Dec 5 at Evered Hall on the UFV Abbotsford campus. We … Read more
On December 6, 1989, 14 women lost their lives at École Polytechnique de Montreal because they were women studying engineering. This act of violent misogyny led Parliament to designate December 6 as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. As we continue to remember these women 35 years later, this day … Read more
The Scholarly Sharing Initiative takes place Wednesday, Nov 20 from 4 to 5:30 pm on Zoom, showcasing research from faculty and students in the College of Arts. This event focuses on research from the Department of Psychology including: Dr. Sven van de Wetering providing insights from faculty and student presentations on political depolarization in the … Read more
Feel the warmth as you enjoy Holidays by the Fireside on Saturday, Dec 7 in Evered Hall. Enjoy cocktails and mocktails, a holiday buffet dinner, and the company of UFV friends old and new. Whether you prefer to sit and sip, or dance the night away, everyone will have a great time at the UFV-FSA … Read more
Come learn more about sexualized violence prevention and how it interacts with the Criminal Justice system! On Dec 2 at 12 — 1:30 pm in room A203B, all students are welcome to join as we discuss consent, bias and power, learn about UFV’s resources, and discuss sexualized violence myths. Snacks provided by the Criminal Justice … Read more
What lies ahead for BC’s economy following the October election? Join us for a panel discussion on Wednesday, Nov 20 at 4 — 6 pm about BC’s economic future in a post-election landscape. It takes place in room A226 on the Abbotsford campus. Panel members include the following UFV faculty: Dr. Michael Maschek — Associate … Read more
The upcoming Provost Lunch and Learn brings an online discussion about ‘One Health, one valley: Breaking boundaries and doing university differently at the UFV.’ It takes place Wednesday, Jan 15 from noon to 1 pm via Zoom. The proposed One Health hub at UFV presents an opportunity to break down barriers between academic disciplines and … Read more
Join UFV’s history department on Monday, Nov 18 from 2:30 to 5 pm in room D213 on the Abbotsford campus for the second screening of the Fall Film Series, featuring Filthy Cities: Medieval London Snacks and beverages are provided. For more information, contact Nicole Kungle at nicole.kungle@ufv.ca. Mon, Nov 18, 2024 2:30 to 5 … Read more
The CityStudio Abbotsford team invites everyone to attend the HUBBUB # 14 on Thursday, Nov 21, between 8:30 am and noon in Abbotsford City Hall. This HUBBUB is part of the Involve Abbotsford Symposium, a free one-day event focusing on learning about sustainability and how to integrate it into your work and organization. Symposium attendees … Read more
The Office of Sustainability is partnering with UFV’s Student Union Society to host the Sustainable Holiday Market. This takes place on Thursday, Nov 21, from 10 am to 6 pm in the Student Union Building. More than 30 local vendors and artisans are invited to our campus to celebrate sustainability with a fair of unique … Read more