School of Creative Arts launched — celebration planned for Sept 27

The UFV Theatre department and the Visual Arts department have united to form the School of Creative Arts (SoCA) within the UFV College of Arts. All Theatre and Visual Arts courses and programs continue to be offered. Students from the two areas will benefit from increased opportunities for dynamic interdisciplinary and collaborative learning, inside and … Read more

Graphic Design diploma — Winter 2020 application deadline — Sept 30

Have you heard, we now have a winter diploma intake?! The term will start in January and all classes will take place on Abbotsford campus. Only ten seats available! Make sure to apply to UFV and submit your portfolio by Monday, September 30 to begin your education in Graphic + Digital Design. Apply online. https://www.ufv.ca/graphic-design/how-to-apply/ … Read more

UFV International Student and Alumni reception – Sept 17

UFV International alumni are invited to join current students from Chandigarh and around the world who are now studying in Canada for this social event, taking place on the Abbotsford campus. Welcome students to campus and to Canada, while passing along your advice and knowledge. Tues, Sept 17 5:30 – 8 pm Abby B101 Schedule … Read more

Welcome event for Dr. Keith Carlson, new Canada Research Chair — Sept 24

The office of Research, Engagement, and Graduate Studies (REGS) invites all to attend a meet-and-greet for UFV’s newest Canada Research Chair, Dr. Keith Thor Carlson, on Tues, September 24 (10-11:30 am) in the Gathering Place at UFV Chilliwack. Dr. Carlson is a Professor of History from the University of Saskatchewan, an honorary member of the … Read more

Co-operative Education information session — Sept 17

ARE YOU JOB READY? Attend an upcoming Co-operative Education information session for details about the program and to learn how you can gain relevant paid work experience while you study! Tues, Sept. 17 11:30 am-12:30 pm Abby B121 Wed, Sept 18 12:30-1:30 pm Abby B121 *No RSVP required http://www.ufv.ca/jobs/co-operative-education/ For more information, contact Deanna Devitt … Read more

Guru Nanak – A Universal Prophet Without Borders lecture – Sept 10

As part of the year-long celebration of the 550th Birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of the Sikh faith, the Consulate General of India in Vancouver, in partnership with the South Asian Studies Institute and the Khalsa Diwan Society, Abbotsford brings you a lecture on ‘Guru Nanak – a Universal Prophet Without … Read more

Student Graduate Scholarship Workshop — Sept 25

This workshop is for students who plan to apply for NSERC, SSHRC & CIHR Scholarships for graduate school. The deadline for the scholarship applications are December 1 of each year. Please join the Director of Research Services & Industry Engagement for information and guides on how to prepare your application. Wed, Sept 25 1-2:30 pm … Read more

Pride Culture Conference — Sept 7

🏳️‍🌈 PRIDE CULTURE CONFERENCE Join us for our first annual Pride Culture Conference — a fun, educational, and inspiring event dedicated to members, allies, and advocates of the LGBTQIAP2S+ community. #ufvpcc19 UFV and the Student Union Society proudly present The PRIDE Culture Conference Sat, September 7, 2019 9 am to 5 pm, Evered Hall, Abbotsford … Read more

Fraser Valley Literary Festival — Sept 13 & 14

The Fraser Valley Literary Festival brings together the Fraser Valley creative community with the thriving BC writing community. It’s for emerging and established writers who crave a venue to celebrate the great writing is happening here. It’s for all CanLit enthusiasts who can’t wait to see what the West Coast writes about next. Savittar Productions … Read more

Next meeting of Senate — Sept 20

The next meeting of Senate is on Fri, Sept 20, on the Abbotsford campus, Room A225 at 2:30 pm. Please submit agenda and exhibit items to ufvsenate@ufv.ca by noon on Tues, Sept 10. For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/senate/   09/20/2019

Policy Consultation: External Program Advisory Committees (60)

As part of a 30-day consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the External Advisory Program Committees (60) policy revisions. Supporting documents are available at https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 09/30/2019