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TED is a global foundation devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading which brings together some of the world’s leading thinkers and doers to share what they are most passionate about. Attendees have called it “the ultimate brain spa” and “a journey into the future.” In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of … Read more
The UFV Yoga Club is hosting it second annual Glowga on Thurs, Jan 19. Join us for an evening of high energy glow-in-the-dark yoga with your fellow yoga enthusiasts. Arrive at 6pm for glow-painting, activities, prizes and more! Glow-in-the-dark yoga begins at 7pm. For more information, contact Nicky Rai at nicky.rai@student.ufv.ca 01/19/2017
Coaching2Go provides students with the opportunity to receive help with their resume and cover letter on a drop in basis at an accessible location outside of the Career Centre. Career Coaches can also advise students on other career related topics such as: interview skills, job search skills and Career Centre services. Please see the details … Read more
Interested in going to London, UK this Summer? All expenses paid! The Faculty of Science is looking for a student enrolled in a science program at UFV to represent UFV at LIYSF 2017. Info session: Tues, Jan 24, 2017 @ 2 pm C1015 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tues, Feb 7, 2017 http://blogs.ufv.ca/science/2017/01/03/liysf-2017/ For more information, contact Caroline … Read more
Wed, Jan 18 1:15-2:45 pm Abby U-House Delicious light lunch provided Save this date and come join us for the Scholarly Sharing Initiative. Hear about some projects by UFV faculty: Gabriel Murray — People analytics and the ethics of Artificial Intelligence, are they connected? Michelle Riedlinger — Citizen science digital mapping: The role of digital … Read more
From January 4-6, Coast Capital Peer Resource and Leadership Centre Peer Leaders, Global Engagement Volunteers, and Student Ambassadors will be on hand at various locations on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack, CEP campuses to help students during their first days of the semester. Volunteers can help students find their classrooms, provide general directions, etc. The “Ask … Read more
Be sure to pay your fees before the January 17 deadline — Penalties apply if fees are not paid in full. If you’re experiencing delays with government student loan funding, please contact Financial Aid and Awards right away. Get your bursary applications prepared — first day to apply is January 15. Ike Barber Transfer … Read more
Career Exploration & Life Planning workshop Presented by UFV Counselling department 6 Sessions to choose from! 4:30–7 pm Abbotsford campus Jan 25, Feb 23, March 22 Chilliwack, CEP campus Feb 8, March 8, April 13 Explore career options through: Self-Assessment: Personality, Interests, Values and Abilities World of Work Assessment: Career Assessments & Labor Market Demand, … Read more
Campus Recreation and Wellness is offering fitness classes in the Winter Semester on both the Abbotsford and Chilliwack (CEP) campuses. Registration for classes will be open on January 3. Classes being offered include Yoga, Zumba, Bellydance Fitness, More than Core and Functional Fitness. Times, locations, and registration can be found online at http://www.ufvcascades.ca/rec/fitness/ Classes are … Read more
The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the proposed revisions to the Order of Registration (95) policy. The policy revisions may be viewed online at http://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/policies_review/. Please submit your comments to University Registrar David Johnston at david.johnston@ufv.ca by January 13, 2017. Thank you Monique Castonguay Assistant to the Senate University of the Fraser Valley … Read more
The Theatre department is looking for students to get involved on our upcoming productions. Having a theatre background is not required. We will teach you everything you need to know on the job. All you need is an interest in live performance and an eagerness to learn. This is a great way to pick up … Read more
SSHRC has recently launched its annual Storytellers contest, challenging post-secondary students to show Canadians how social sciences and humanities research affects our lives, our world, and our future prosperity. The contest is open to all students, graduate and undergraduate, enrolled at Canadian post-secondary institutions. Their task is to tell the story, in three minutes or … Read more
The College of Arts and The Reach are co-hosting a presentation by Canadian museologist George Jacob on Creating Cultural Capital: Global Museum Industry Insights Mon, January 16 4:30–6 pm Abby B101 What is the role of museums and culture in our increasingly virtual and changing inter-connected world of accelerated communication and global mobility? Museums are … Read more
Join Art History & Visual Arts in Venice, Italy May 20-31, 2017 Limited seats remaining Some of the sites: Venice Biennale, The Islands: Cimitero, Murano, Torcello, Burano; Palazzo Grassi, Doge’s Place, Padua Chapel, San Giorio Maggiore, St Mark’s Square, Peggy Guggenheim Collection; The Grand Canal; Bridge of Sighs, Accademia Galleries http://www.ufv.ca/ufv_visual_arts/ For more information, … Read more
A presentation by Yvon Dandurand, facilitated by Dr. Amy Prevost, discussing Crime Prevention and the Transition to Democracy in Myanmar (formerly Burma). Tues, Jan 10 11:30 am-1 pm Abby A225. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome! For more information, contact Cecelia Dirksen at Cecelia.Dirksen@ufv.ca 01/10/2017