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Human Resources has been offering ongoing training sessions to train users on the functions of the new Applicant Tracking System, which has been live since January 7, 2021. Features of the new system include: Web-based posting requisition form Multi-level, online approvals, and posting tracking Online application interface for job seekers Secure resume viewing dashboard for … Read more
The UFV Bookstore is please to announce we will be hosting Textbook Buyback for the Fall 2021 semester! Buyback will be happening August 24-26, and August 31-September 2 from 11am-3pm. Don’t forget, our Fall 2021 textbook list is available on August 23rd! Come in to shop, sell, and see what is new at the Abbotsford … Read more
Online workshops are available for UFV faculty interested in applying for funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). Aug 24 & 27, 2021 10-11:30 am Zoom event – RSVP for link Aug 24: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grant-writing-workshop-tips-and-tricks-for-writing-an-nserc-grant-proposal-tickets-166536931445 Aug 27: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grant-writing-workshop-developing-a-successful-sshrc-insight-grant-proposal-tickets-166540560299 For more information, contact Tracy Morrison at tracy.morrison@ufv.ca 08/24/2021
Join Human Resources, Risk & Safety and Facilities for an informal conversation about what returning to campus will look like. Share your questions, concerns, thoughts and ideas as we work together to ensure a smooth transition back. We’ve set up four sessions below with a maximum participation of 25 for each. Once registered, you will … Read more
Webinar: A headhunter’s advice on how to land that job Behind the scenes expert advice to help you maximize your employability UFV alumni are invited to join us on Thursday, August 12th at noon to get insight into how and why companies advertise the roles the way they do and what happens behind the scenes … Read more
The Centre for Accessibility Services at UFV is facilitating a virtual dialogue on August 4 at 1:30pm, discussing the following topic: What does Accessibility look like in a Post-Pandemic Classroom? Come join us as we encourage all faculty, staff and students to attend! Register at Eventbrite, using the link below: https://chatafs.eventbrite.ca/ Let’s further conversations together … Read more
“Side Hustle” is an exhibition of paintings and unique prints from Associate Professor Christopher Friesen dealing with the topic money and finance during an economic collapse that runs July 27 – August 14 at the Mission Arts Centre, 33529 1st Avenue, Mission. http://missionartscouncil.ca/2021-11-CF.html For more information, contact Christopher Friesen at chris.friesen@ufv.ca 08/15/2021
Build your brand. Explore careers. Get hired! Did you know you can do it all on LinkedIn? LinkedIn is an online network of professional relationships, used to present yourself and your qualifications, grow your network, and connect with job opportunities. Explore how to create a LinkedIn profile that brings your personal career story to life, … Read more
Please join us for an unveiling of the Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden on Friday, July 16, at 10 am at UFV’s Chilliwack campus. The installation of this garden revives and reimagines UFV’s former Shakespeare garden from the previous Chilliwack North Campus. The garden aims to create a space of beauty, healing, and contemplation — a space … Read more
Some moves and changes within International Education Hong Qiao: • new position: Analyst, International Enrolment and Registration • old position: Assistant, Articulation & Registration Jessica Peakman: • new position: International Student Relations Specialist, Medical • old position: Enrolment Services Assistant, Office of the Registrar Renata Donohue: • new position: Assistant, International Articulation & Registration • … Read more
The Office of the Vice Provost and the Indigenous Affairs Office would like to invite all community members to the ceremonial unveiling of the Indigenous art sculptures and the Indigenous Teaching Garden at the Abbotsford campus. The garden showcases carvings, benches, newly designed walkways, as well as Indigenous plants. Refreshments will be served. Aug 31 … Read more
GPM Civil Contracting will be sand blasting the new front entry concrete work June 24 & 25. Although plastic sheeting and fencing has been installed to protect the A-B breezeway entry areas, this will be a noisy and dusty process. Please use caution when entering this area during this time. Thank you for your patience … Read more
Looking to gain volunteer experience and make a difference on campus? Consider applying to the Orientation Ambassador program. The Orientation team has come up with many exciting plans to welcome 2021/22 students to the University of the Fraser Valley. As we welcome new students to university life, the Student Life department is seeking enthusiastic students … Read more
Seeking nominations for the 2021 UFV Alumni Association’s Distinguished and Young Distinguished Alumni Awards. We all know our alumni are awesome – here’s your chance to tell them. Nominate an outstanding alum in recognition of their achievements in one or more key areas. Visit our website for more information on how to nominate, and to … Read more
We invite you to a symposium: Constructing Heritage in Canada’s South Asian Diasporas June 16, 2021 10 am (Pacific Daylight Time) via Zoom. Presented by the Association of Critical Heritage Studies – Canada In partnership with South Asian Studies Institute, University of the Fraser Valley University of Alberta Kule Institute for Advanced Studies Northumbria University … Read more