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College of Arts: Practicum and Internship Lunch & Learn

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Thinking about a practicum or internship experience? Bring your lunch and learn about practicum and internship opportunities within the College of Arts. We will have an interactive Q & A, student prizes, and practicum student testimonials, as well as a practicum & internship expert panel discussion. Coffee, tea and cookies will be provided! All College … Read more

Spring Cleaning — e-recycle event — March 25

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Are you wondering how to dispose of old electronics that you no longer use, but that are cluttering your space? We have a solution. The Computer Information Systems department and Computer Student Association are working with era.ca to provide an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to drop off personal electronics for safe recycling. era.ca … Read more

Policies rescinded (Student Residence Code of Conduct and Student Awards)

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The following policies has been rescinded effective February 28, 2020: Student Residence Code of Conduct (73) Student Awards (76) If you have any questions, please contact policyconsult@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-activity/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 03/14/2020

Open Education Check-up: How Are We Doing At UFV? — March 6

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For Open Education Week 2020, you are invited to a panel discussion that will reflect on both the use of open education resources (OER) in teaching and the process of creating such materials. Adopting the use of OER represents more than financial relief for students. A myriad of other social justice issues, such as accessibility, … Read more

UFV trades and tech at Fraser Valley Women’s Expo

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UFV’s Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies will be presenting interactive displays at the Fraser Valley Women’s Expo Feb 28-Mar 1 Join us for interactive displays (paint simulator, welding simulator, Binary Code Game, Robotic Arm, and Culinary Skills Demo showcasing how to make a French Omelette with Chef Sian Hurley). When: Fri, Feb 28, 4–9 … Read more

Have your say! Board & Senate Student Elections

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Have your say in how UFV is governed. Students have the opportunity to vote March 3 to 6, for their 2020-21 student representatives on the Board and Senate. There are two positions on the Board and four positions on Senate. To read the candidates’ statements, please visit: www.ufv.ca/secretariat/elections/. When voting opens, eligible voters will receive … Read more

Cannabis in Canada: Is the Grass Greener? — April 6

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The Faculty of Health Sciences Dean’s Speaker Series presents Dr. Lynda Balneaves. Her topic will be Cannabis in Canada: Is the Grass Greener? Come listen to Dr. Balneaves as she discusses an overview of cannabis legalization, the current state of medical cannabis, and how legalization affects health care professionals. Refreshments will be provided. Mon, April … Read more

Supported Learning Group information session for potential leaders — April 1

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Now Hiring: Supported Learning Group leaders Are you looking for valuable work experience in your field of study? Put your classroom knowledge to work and become and SLG leader! SLG leader information session: Wed, April 1, 2:30-4 pm Abby B121 Contact Navneet.Sidhu@ufv.ca or stop by the SLG Centre (C1007) to reserve your spot. If you … Read more

Financial Aid & Awards Tips for March

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Registration for the summer semester begins soon so remember to set aside $200 for your deposit — fee deferrals are not a given. Start preparing your scholarship and leadership applications – deadline is May 10. NOTE: This is an online application process. You will be able to access it through MyUFV on March 15. If … Read more

International Women’s Day Film Screening: Because We Are Girls — March 6

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Friday, March 6, 2020 Screenings at 10 am and 11:30 am In celebration of International Women’s Day, please join us for a showing of the film Because We Are Girls. Because We Are Girls tells the story of a conservative Indo-Canadian family in small-town British Columbia that must come to terms with a devastating secret: … Read more

International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination — Sonja Williams — March 16

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Please join UFV President Joanne MacLean as we welcome guest speaker Sonja D. Williams as part of a week of events for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Throughout her professional career, Sonja D. Williams has served as an educator as well as a multi-award-winning writer and producer of features and documentaries … Read more

Sip & Learn: Planetary Health — April 9

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This event is hosted by the Student Nurses for Global Citizens at the UFV Chilliwack campus in the gathering place. The intention of this evening is to provoke and facilitate discussion around pertinent planetary and global health topics. Join us from 6-6:30pm for refreshments and networking, and stay from 6:30-8 pm to engage in thoughtful … Read more

Indian Cinema and Shakespeare — March 4, 11, and 18

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Ehsaas Film Festival: Shakespeare and Indian Cinema Come join us for this free event (three films over three weeks) which brings together Indian Cinema and Shakespeare. After each film screening join UFV faculty, who will be providing context and conversation. FILMS: Maqbool (adaptation of Macbeth) on March 4, 2020 Haider (adaptation of Hamlet) on March … Read more