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Financial Aid and Awards Tips for February Tip #1: Scholarship time is coming. Start researching your scholarship options now because there is often a fair amount of preparation involved in getting your applications ready for submission. Tip #2: Scholarship and Leadership applications (online format) will be available March 15 through myUFV. Tip #3: If you … Read more
A group of business students had a chance to visit Abbotsford City Hall recently, to learn how our local government works, and to see what opportunities are available for UFV business students. The visit was part of the School of Business Employer Engagement program. The morning began in a conference room, where UFV alumna Emily … Read more
This series of 6 lunch-and-learn style sessions will provide students with tools to: 1. manage time and energy efficiently (Feb. 24) 2. improve attention and classroom learning (Mar. 2) 3. study effectively and enhance memory (Mar. 9) 4. stay motivated and beat procrastination (Mar. 16) 5. prepare for exams and manage test anxiety (Mar. 23) … Read more
The UFV School of Business is presenting a great opportunity for all of you interested in connecting with potential employers in the field of finance. On Feb 5, 2016, there will be a Finance Career Networking Breakfast from 8:15 am to 11 am at the Phoenix Lounge, 33780 King Road, Abbotsford. There will be round … Read more
Please share with your studens: 2016 grads can book their photo session now! Professional photographers from Artona Group, the official graduation photographer for UFV, will be on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack CEP campus in March for graduate portrait sessions ($15 sitting fee). March 1–14 — Abbotsford campus Artona Mobile Studio — Mobile Studio located in … Read more
Are you coming back to school after a break? Looking for a place to connect with other mature students? Join our Mature Students workshop series and become a part of a school community! In six sessions you can learn efficient study skills, uncover your hidden strengths and become skilled at managing anxiety & stress. Where … Read more
UFV Baker house is now recruiting dedicated Students for Student Staff Positions in Summer & Fall/Winter of 2016/17! We are looking for… For Summer: up to three Resident Assistants (RA) & up to three Front Desk Assistants (FDA) For Academic 2016/17: One Senior Front Desk Assistant (Senior FDA), up to seven Resident Assistants (RA), and … Read more
London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) July 27 to August 10, 2016 UFV will send one Science student to London, UK summer 2016 (all expenses paid) to attend the annual London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) http://www.liysf.org.uk/ Past representatives have included: Timothy Richards (2012), Andrew Alexander (2013), Etienne Dreyer (2014) and Kevin Kobes (2015). Info … Read more
UFV Campus Recreation is repackaging its fitness class offerings for 2016, offering tremendous value to students, staff, and faculty through new pricing options. In years past, Campus Rec had charged fitness class participants on a session-by-session basis. This year, participants will pay a flat rate to access a fitness class for the entire semester. Classes … Read more
UFV Counselling Workshop Study Smart Day Thursday, February 11 Abbotsford Campus Sign-up FREE Study Skills Workshop! Pizza lunch included if you attend the Study Smart Day! Workshops & Times: Student Stress & Managing Time 10:00am-Noon Memory, Test Prep and Active Learning Strategies 12:15-1:35pm Exam Anxiety 1:45-3:00pm Do you want to study more effectively? Manage time … Read more
Are you interested in a career in Pharmacy? A free event open to all UFV students who want to learn more about the Entry-to-Practice Doctor of Pharmacy program. UBC will be coming to the Abbotsford campus to speak about the new Entry-to-Practice PharmD program, the admission requirements, and the opportunities available in pharmacy. This is … Read more
Solve It! is an applied research contest focused on giving UFV students and recent grads tangible experience as they solve small, but real-life, sustainability and climate-related challenges that exist in the Fraser Valley. Join an interdisciplinary team in a unique contest that aims to further innovation and sustainable community development in the Fraser Valley. The … Read more
Summit: UFV Undergraduate Journal of the Arts is proudly accepting papers for its inaugural publication in Spring 2016. Summit is a student-run academic journal that recognizes excellence in research and writing by undergraduate arts students at the University of the Fraser Valley. The editorial board is currently seeking essays written in 2015 by students for … Read more
Counselling Workshops Winter Semester 2016 Career & Life Planning Workshop Sign-up FREE Career Exploration Workshop! Join this workshop and explore career options through: Self-Assessment World of Work Assessment Online Research Career Assessments Labour Market Demands Education and Career Paths Decision Making & Next Steps Dates and times: Chilliwack: Wed, Feb 3 4:30-7 pm OR Abbotsford: … Read more
Financial Aid and Awards Tips for January Be sure to pay your fees before the Tues, Jan 19 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 … Read more