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Faculty & Students — Extended call for expressions of interest for Senate standing committees

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An extended call is underway for expressions of interests from faculty and students to serve on the standing committees of Senate, for two year terms, beginning August 1, 2020. The Senate Governance Committee (SGC) welcomes expressions of interest for the positions listed here: ufv.ca/secretariat/get-involved/standing-committee-vacancies/. SGC is responsible for ensuring the broadest possible base of representation … Read more

UFV International Week for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination — March 11-20

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In celebration of International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, come join us for this free week-long series of events. The series brings together faculty members, staff and students of UFV to reflect on race and racism-related issues in contemporary Canadian society. Details: Panel on Race, Caste, and Ethnicity Wed, March 11, 2:30 to … Read more

Visual Arts diploma show opening reception — March 20

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The University of the Fraser Valley School of Creative Arts is proud to present the Visual Arts diploma show. Everyone is welcome to attend the opening reception on Friday, March 20, from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery, Abbotsford, UFV. Visual Arts diploma students are excited to invite their friends, family, … Read more

Queen Elizabeth Scholar information session — March 11

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Come learn what it means to be a QES scholar! These fully funded international internship opportunities are available to third and fourth year College of Arts students. *Destinations include: Tanzania, Kenya and India. For more information, visit: https://ufveastafricainternships.com/ If you have any questions, please contact: Elise.Goertz@ufv.ca Wed, March 11 4-6 pm Abby B132 For more … Read more

UFV International Week: From Hollywood, to Hockey, to Universities — Moving Beyond Patterns of Racism — March 20

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In celebration of International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, come join us for this free week-long series of events. The series brings together faculty members, staff and students of UFV to reflect on race and racism-related issues in contemporary Canadian society. From Hollywood, to Hockey, to Universities: Moving Beyond Patterns of Racism Keynote … Read more

UFV International Week: Race Conversations — An Open Discussion about Race and Racism — Mar 16

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In celebration of International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, come join us for this free week-long series of events. The series brings together faculty members, staff and students of UFV to reflect on race and racism-related issues in contemporary Canadian society. Race Conversations: An Open Discussion about Race and Racism STEP Café Panel … Read more

UFV International Week: Why Diversity, and Why Now — Race, Racism, and Diversity within Academia

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In celebration of International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, come join us for this free week-long series of events. The series brings together faculty members, staff and students of UFV to reflect on race and racism-related issues in contemporary Canadian society. Why Diversity, and Why Now: Race, Racism, and Diversity within Academia Long … Read more

UFV International Week: Indigenization and Transforming Settler Consciousness — March 17

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In celebration of International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, come join us for this free week-long series of events. The series brings together faculty members, staff and students of UFV to reflect on race and racism-related issues in contemporary Canadian society. Indigenization and Transforming Settler Consciousness PACS 200 [open class], Guest Speaker Dr. … Read more

UFV International Week: The Massacre at Amritsar — Jallianwala Bagh 1919 — March 18

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In celebration of International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, come join us for this free week-long series of events. The series brings together faculty members, staff and students of UFV to reflect on race and racism-related issues in contemporary Canadian society. The Massacre at Amritsar: Jallianwala Bagh 1919 Film Showing [40 mins] Wed, … Read more

UFV International Week: Developing Strategies to Combat Racism and Discrimination in all Forms — March 18

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In celebration of International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, come join us for this free week-long series of events. The series brings together faculty members, staff and students of UFV to reflect on race and racism-related issues in contemporary Canadian society. Developing Strategies to Combat Racism and Discrimination in all Forms Resource Workshop … Read more

6TH pARTicipate poster competition exhibition — to March 13

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A showcase of UFV student designed posters from the 6th pARTicipate poster competition. The competition is hosted by the UFV School of Creative Arts and the UFV Graphic and Digital Design department. This year’s theme Save the Earth! coincides with the countdown to Earth Day 2020. This competition invited participants to reimagine what can be … Read more