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At its January 13, 2017 meeting, Senate approved the following: Revisions to the Final Grade Appeals (217) policy Revisions to the Student Academic Misconduct (70) policy. Both policies were revised to reflect the change to house Academic Appeals, Plagiarism, and Cheating within the Office of the Registrar and Academic Integrity within Teaching and Learning. The … Read more
An indispensable series of workshops for students who are working, or wish to work, on campus. For more information, contact martin.kelly@ufv.ca. https://ufv.collegiatelink.net/organization/leadership/calendar/details/56051 02/08/2017
Learn to protect yourself in the digital world. The Library and Information Technology Department is hosting a cryptoparty! A “cryptoparty is a decentralized movement with events happening all over the world. The goal is to pass on knowledge about protecting yourself in the digital space. This can include encrypted communication, preventing being tracked while browsing … Read more
The next meeting of Senate is on Fri, Feb 10, on the Chillliwack campus, Room A2209. Please submit agenda and exhibit items to lisa.mcmartin@ufv.ca by noon on Tues, Jan 31. For more information, contact Lisa McMartin at lisa.mcmartin@ufv.ca http://www.ufv.ca/senate/ 02/10/2017
Join us at UFV International to celebrate the Year of the Rooster! Games, food, and prizes will be available in the Global Lounge (B223) between 12-5pm on Thurs, Jan 26. Learn about the Chinese Zodiac, and various traditions used by the different countries and cultures that celebrate. For more information, contact Chelsey Laird at chelsey.laird@ufv.ca … Read more
The 2017 Visual Arts Faculty Exhibition, Out of the Office, showcases the diverse approaches and research going into art production here at UFV. UFV Visual Arts Faculty Show S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Galley (B-136 Abbotsford Campus) On until Feb 1 Each participating faculty member has spent years developing their artistic practice, and their engagement within their chosen … Read more
Dave Harder, RBC Wealth Management, presents his book Mind, Money & Markets: A Guide for Every Investor, Trader and Business Person. Dave is co-author of the book, together with U.S. psychiatrist, Dr. Janice Dorn. The book explains how history, cycles, and patterns of human behavior can be the best guide for what should happen in … Read more
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