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Accessibility for All open houses — Nov 21

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UFV’s Accessibility Advisory Committee is asking that each person at the university take the time to participate in British Columbia’s feedback program to inform the new accessibility legislation. The B.C. Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction has announced the preparations for new Accessibility Legislation beginning with a community engagement program which runs until November 29, … Read more

Jerzy Grotowski’s Post Modern Masterpiece Akropolis Viewing and Discussion Workshop — Nov 27

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Jerzy Grotowski’s Post Modern Masterpiece Akropolis Viewing and Discussion Workshop Facilitated by UFV faculty member Shelley Liebembuk Wed, Nov 27 5:30–8:30 pm Abby D115 Open to all. Akropolis is one of the canonical performances of the 20th century on an international scale. Legendary theatre artist Jerzy Grotowski developed the acting technique which aims for complete … Read more

UFV Sustainability Case Competition 2020 — Jan 31

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Win big. Get experience. Save the world. Solve a real-world sustainability challenge and present your solutions to a panel of influential business leaders in the community — win $1,000! Register as a team or as an individual (individual registrants will be grouped in teams of 3-4). Fri, Jan 31 8 am-6 pm Abby B101 Registration … Read more

Multicultural Family Fun Night — Nov 22

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  Abbotsford is home to over 5,000 new immigrants. Unfortunately, there are many challenges for these individuals such as learning language, community adaptation, and developing healthy family dynamics. We are a group of community development students from UFV who desire to support these families by hosting a Multicultural Family Fun Night on November 22, 2019 … Read more

Politalk: What Now? A look at Canada after the 2019 election — Nov 1

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Politalk: What Now? Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the outcome of the 2019 Federal Election and what it means for Canadians and the International Community. Panelists include: Jeanette Ashe (Douglas College), Clare McGovern (SFU), Satwinder Bains, Martha Dow, Jessica Price and Tyler Chamberlain Moderator: Duncan Herd, Political Science major Organized by: Fiona MacDonald, … Read more

Financial Aid & Awards Tips for November

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Financial Aid and Awards Tips for November Registration for next semester is just around the corner. Remember to set aside $200 for your winter semester deposit – fee deferrals are not a given. If you require a student loan for the winter semester and you haven’t already applied, do so now by going to www.studentaidbc.ca … Read more

Renting it Right

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Tenancy Workshop for all current UFV Students presented by TRAC (Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre). Topics include: • How to protect yourself • Your Rights and Responsibilities • Dealing with roommates/co-tenants disagreement • Common safety things to look for • Repairs & Evictions, etc. For more information, contact Adrian Bontuyan at adrian.bontuyan@ufv.ca 10/13/2019

UFV School of Creative Arts (SoCA) Townhall Meeting — Nov 7

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UFV School of Creative Arts (SoCA) Townhall Meeting Thurs, Nov 7 2 pm Abby D115 Question and answer session with Heather Davis-Fisch, SoCA director. SoCA students will have the opportunity to learn more about the School of Creative Arts, ask questions and receive information during a free pizza lunch. The townhall will be led by … Read more

Scholarly Sharing Initiative — Nov 18

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Please join us for UFV’s Scholarly Sharing Initiative, Fall 2019. Be uplifted by analysis! Be moved by insight! Ask questions and share ideas! The Scholarly Sharing Initiative, founded in 2011, is an informal monthly gathering where faculty, students, and interested others can gather over lunch and coffee to share, discuss, present, and receive feedback on … Read more

Scholarly Sharing Initiative — Oct 31

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Please join us for UFV’s Scholarly Sharing Initiative, Fall 2019. Be uplifted by analysis! Be moved by insight! Ask questions and share ideas! The Scholarly Sharing Initiative, founded in 2011, is an informal monthly gathering where faculty, students, and interested others can gather over lunch and coffee to share, discuss, present, and receive feedback on … Read more

Fraser Valley Tech Forum — Nov 7

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Meet, celebrate, and learn with entrepreneurs & leaders of fast-growing, award-winning companies in Canada. This inspiring event will feature many of the tech world’s most successful business leaders and entrepreneurs. With over 20 speakers, three information-rich panels, lightning talks, networking opportunities, interactive LIVE drum session ft. Drumeo, and a PITCH Competition, this is the one … Read more