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Bell Let’s Talk Day in HR office — Jan 30 — drop in for prizes

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Because mental health issues are the leading cause of workplace disability in Canada, UFV’s Human Resources department is joining the conversation around mental health on Bell Let’s Talk Day, January 30. Drop in to see our display and pick up your gift when you submit your “bubble” telling us what mental health means to you. … Read more

Ashland Endowment — Marcus Youssef guest lecture and student workshop — Feb 14

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UFV Theatre presents a guest talk with the 2019 Ashland Endowment visiting artist, Marcus Youssef of Neworld Theatre. Marcus is one of Canada’s best-known contemporary playwrights. His plays have been produced in dozens of theatres in 15 countries across North America, Europe, and Asia, from Seattle to New York to Reykjavik, London, Hong Kong, and … Read more

UFV History department film series: Rulers and Rebels — Feb 26

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Join History faculty and students for the second film screening and discussion for the winter term – “The Mystery of Champlain” (CBC, 2008). Samuel de Champlain, early 17th Century, “Father of New France” and founder of Quebec. Everyone is welcome. Tues, Feb 26 2-4 pm Abby B121 For more information, contact Nicole Kungle at nicole.kungle@ufv.ca … Read more

‘We Are Hockey’ exhibit at the Sikh Heritage Museum — opens March 29

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The South Asian Studies Institute at UFV is pleased to invite you to the next exhibit opening reception at the Sikh Heritage Museum titled ‘We Are Hockey.’ The exhibit is a vibrant counter-narrative to the commonly held assumption that ice hockey is a ‘whites only’ sport. We highlight the contributions of peoples of colour across … Read more

UFV Career Fair 2019 — March 7

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Find out what skills you need to get picked. Turn your certificate, diploma, or degree into dollars. Meet with graduate schools and over 60 employers. For a full list of exhibitors visit https://ufv.ca/jobs/career-fair/exhibitor-profiles/. At the Career Fair you will have the chance to win a number of great prizes! Interested in volunteering? Please email networking@ufv.ca … Read more

Be part of UFV Governance — student positions on Board and Senate

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Volunteer positions on Senate and the Board of Governors provide valuable opportunities for students to develop leadership skills and network with other university and community leaders. The call for nominations is underway for the following positions: • Two students for the Board of Governors (must be members of the Student Union Society) • Four students … Read more

London International Youth Science Forum — info session — Jan 24

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We are looking for a student enrolled in a science program at UFV, who is academically outstanding and has great leadership and communication skills to represent UFV at the London International Youth Science Forum. This information session will provide you with information on the process, how to apply and the overall experience. Thurs, Jan 24 … Read more

Faculty Excellence awards — deadline extended to Feb 1

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The deadline for Faculty Excellence Award nominations has been extended to February 1, 2019. For more info on the types of awards, eligibility requirements, and nomination forms, please visit the Faculty Excellence Awards webpage. If you have questions, please email UFVSecretariat@ufv.ca. https://www.ufv.ca/senate/faculty-excellence-awards/ For more information, contact Lisa Boldt at UFVsecretariat@ufv.ca 02/01/2019

Intelligent Lives film screening — Feb 5

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The Workplace Task program and the Library present the fourth Canadian screening of INTELLIGENT LIVES, a film by Dan Habib. The event will include a discussion, networking and the film screening. INTELLIGENT LIVES stars three pioneering young American adults with intellectual disabilities who challenge perceptions of intelligence as they navigate high school, college ,and the … Read more