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The end of May saw the successful completion of a pilot coding program, offered together by UFV Continuing Education and the Ministry of Advanced Education. Nine senior-level and post-graduate computer information systems (CIS) and computer science (CS) students participated in this advanced coding training, aimed at helping them transition into employment. The Coding Bridging program … Read more
A BIG thank you to all students, volunteers, faculty, and staff who took part in welcoming new students at the New Student Orientation (Part 1) events! We welcomed 792 new students and 431 supporters to both the Chilliwack and Abbotsford campuses over three days! Take part in New Student Orientation (Part 2) Survival Guide, which … Read more
Join us at our first open house as transform from a centre to an institute. Meet with our staff and students and see opportunities for future collaborative work. Drop in to discuss and share ideas on our vision as an Institute. All are welcome. Drop in any time from 1-5 pm Thurs, Sept 7 U-House, … Read more
Chilliwack/CEP Bookstore will be open the following days/hours between June 15-August 15: Monday 9 am-4 pm Tuesday 9 am-4 pm Wednesday — Closed Thursday — Closed Friday — Closed The Chilliwack Bookstore will resume regular hours on August 15, 2017. Please visit our Abbotsford Bookstore location or email us at bookstore@ufv.ca. http://ufv.ca/bookstore/store-info/hours-and-locations/ 08/12/2017
Check out the Athletics and Recreation options for kids on campus this summer: Active FUNdamentals (ages 5-7) During this week, your child will work on developing their fundamental movement skills like running, jumping and catching. We’ll practise these skills through fun and cooperative games-based programming, as well as arts, crafts and educational sessions. It is … Read more
Send your kid to university this summer Spaces are filling fast for science, philosophy, and athletic day camps. Don’t miss out on fun and exciting learning opportunities for your kids. Cascades camps: Learn from the pros, refine existing, skills, and try some new sports | July & Aug, options for kids K through 12 Science … Read more
In response to Government legislation requiring institutional policy, and to address a very important topic on university campuses, the UFV Board of Governors has approved a change to existing policy BRP-201.02 Harassment, Discrimination & Physical or Emotional Abuse Prevention & Resolution, Board Policy on, and the creation of a new policy Prevention, Education and Response … Read more
The Trades & Technology Centre (TTC) main reception centre will be closed on June 6 and 7, 2017 as staff will be volunteering at Convocation. For more information, contact Kelli Graham at kelli.graham@ufv.ca 06/07/2017
UFV’s New Student Orientation (part 1) Start Your Journey is happening this week and next! May 16 and 25 — Abbotsford Campus, 4-8 pm May 18 — Chilliwack Campus, 4-8 pm We’re looking forward to welcoming over 1,000 students and their supporters (parents/guardians, partners, family members and/or friends) to campus over the three event dates. … Read more
Expressions of interests are being sought for membership on the Senate ad hoc committee on the Student Academic Misconduct policy (70) review. Terms of reference and membership composition are included on the form, which is available at http://www.ufv.ca/senate/resources/ If you are interested in serving on one Senate ad hoc committee, please complete and return the … Read more
Wed, May 17 2:30-3:30 pm Abby D219 Apply online: ufv.ca/coop Application deadline: Mon, May 29, 2017 http://www.ufv.ca/coop For more information, contact Deanna Devitt at deanna.devitt@ufv.ca 05/17/2017
Calling all UFV students! The UFV Marketing and Recruitment team is looking for feedback on UFV marketing materials You will get a $20 gift card for participating. Coffee and treats will be served. Wed, May 17 10:30 am to noon Abby A229 Sign up today! Please RSVP to auriel.niven@ufv.ca before May 12. Space is limited. … Read more
New Student Orientation (Part 1) Start Your Journey is just around the corner! This is an opportunity for students and their supportors (parent, guardian, friend, family member) to: learn how to successfully register for courses understand program requirements connect with current UFV students, faculty, & staff navigate our campuses discover on-campus resources NSO is happening … Read more
Facilities Management has scheduled contracted work to repair a number of lights situated on the main stairwell of Building G leading up to the G250 computer lab. The high bay lighting requires the construction of scaffolding, and we will need to close off access to the stairwell during the repair work. Work is expected to … Read more
Join the English department at 1 pm on May 12 for a reading by David Stymeist, author of The Bone Weir. Coffee generously provided by the bookstore! D.S. Stymeist’s poems have appeared in numerous magazines, including The Antigonish Review, Prairie Fire, Dalhousie Review, Steel Chisel, and The Fiddlehead. His work was short-listed for Vallum’s 2015 … Read more