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Ashland Speaker: Jivesh Parasram Lecture and Workshop UFV Theatre and the UFV School of Creative Arts present this year’s Ashland Speaker Jivesh Parasram, an award-winning multidisciplinary artist, community activator, and facilitator of Indo-Caribbean descent. Jivesh Parasram is also the Artistic Director of Rumble Theatre, located in Vancouver, BC. Please join us for a lecture and … Read more
There’s More to it Than Money Can I afford to retire? Am I ready to retire, or will I be? These are two basic questions when thinking about retirement, whether it is going to be next year or a few short years from now. Based on very positive feedback from other workshop participants around the … Read more
Capture & Release Workshop Learn how to take better photographs for work, home, and play. Find out how to share your photos effectively through social media. This workshop is led by Darren McDonald, a long-time professional photographer and current UFV communications specialist with a knack for capturing and sharing key moments. Bring your own equipment, … Read more
Take part in a scholarly sharing initiative during a series of monthly gatherings where members of the UFV community discuss their current scholarly work. January 30, 2020 (Thursday) From 1-2:25 pm in Abby F125 – Light Lunch Served • Heather McAlpine, English, Title TBC • Hannah Celinski, Communications, “Walking in the Footsteps of Many: Legacy … Read more
Join us as we celebrate the ‘Haq and History’ exhibit at UFV’s S’eliyemetaxwtexw Gallery (Abbotsford campus, room B136) on Wed, Feb 5 from 6-7:30 pm. Light refreshments will be provided and all are invited to attend. Feb 5 6 pm UFV S’eliyemetaxwtexw Gallery, B136, UFV Abby Campus http://www.ufv.ca/sasi For more information, contact Sharanjit Sandhra at … Read more
Improve your Well-Being: Learn strategies and leave with a plan to improve your emotional and physical well-being. Research shows that mindfulness is an effective way to enhance overall well-being. Optional: bring cushion or yoga block to sit on, yoga mats available as well. Wed, Jan 29 12:15-12:45 pm Building S — Evered Hall, North section … Read more
Drop by to pick up a free toque, share your thoughts on mental health and help end the stigma! On the 29th, Bell Mobility will donate 5 cents for every applicable text, call, tweet, social media video view and use of their Facebook frame or Snapchat filter. Wed, Jan 29 11 am-2 pm Abbotsford — … Read more
Pop by the Student Life Lounge to unplug from technology (and your studies) and play some old-fashioned board games! Wed, Jan 29 2-5 pm Building S Student Life Lounge S1111 http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 01/30/2020
Use kickboxing drills and skills to give you a total body cardio, core and power workout! Participants must wear athletic clothing and footwear and bring a water bottle. Wed, Jan 29 4:35-5:15 pm Building S — Evered Hall North section http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 01/30/2020
Need some animal therapy in your life? Visit the dogs from Saint John’s Ambulance’s therapy dog program and get some cuddles! They will be at CEP every Wednesday for the Winter semester. Wednesdays through April 1 11:30 am-1 pm CEP Atrium, across from cafeteria http://www.ufv.ca/prlc For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 04/01/2020
Build your own Zen Garden, the Japanese term “karesansui” meaning dry landscape. Through the Zen practice, raking and maintenance of the garden helps increase mindfulness and meditation while decreasing stress by emptying and quieting the mind. This will help set up positive and stress free practices for your semester ahead. Tues, Jan 28 Noon- 3 … Read more
This workshop was created to bring awareness to the importance of self-care. We will discuss what self-care means for students in everyday life, different areas of self-care, and various self-care techniques and activities, in order to help you create your own self-care toolkits to support you in your academic journeys and in your everyday life. … Read more
Pop by the foyer outside of the South gym in Building E to grab some fresh & hot mini donuts! Tues, Jan 28 11 am-2 pm Building E Envision Athletic Centre Foyer http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 01/29/2020
Bollywood-inspired dance-fitness program is fun and invigorating. This workout will get you moving, sweating, burning, and smiling — all at once! Heart pumping exercise is good for the body and mind. Exercise releases chemical-like endorphins that improve mood and reduce stress and anxiety, having a positive effect on your mental health. All levels, no dance … Read more
This 45-minute session focuses on restorative stretching, calming breathing techniques, and mindful awareness. Participants should be wearing comfortable clothing they can move easily in. Yoga mats are provided. Mon, Jan 27 1-1:45 pm Building D – D105 http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 01/28/2020