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Community change on campus in the face of institutional resistance – Sara Kishawi speaks — Oct 6

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Sara Kishawi will speak about her experience as a student community organizer and how she mobilizes change on her campus and beyond–particularly related to the genocide in Gaza. This gathering takes place on Monday, Oct 6 from 4 to 5:30 pm on the Abbotsford campus (room B101), and all are welcome. Mon, Oct 6, 2025 … Read more

Whisk, Gratitude & Pie: a Thanksgiving baking celebration — Oct 11

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Whisk, Gratitude & Pie A Thanksgiving Baking Celebration Celebrate the cozy season of thanks with a hands-on baking class that fills your kitchen with the scents of cinnamon, pumpkin, and love. Instructor: Shoshawna Blair, Red Seal Baker Chilliwack – Trades and Technology Centre Sat. Oct 11 9:30 am–3 pm | 1 session Cost: $150 | … Read more

UFV Cascades Women’s Soccer vs UBC Okanagan — Sept 26

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Your UFV Cascades Women’s soccer team is at home Fri, Sept 26, to take on the UBC Okanagan Heat at Rotary Stadium! UFV students get in free to all UFV Cascades home games. Come out and support your Cascades and Rally for the Valley! https://gocascades.ca/calendar For more information, contact Jordie Arthur at jordie.arthur@ufv.ca 09/26/2025

New yoga program supports young adults with cancer

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This Fall, young adults affected by cancer are invited to participate in Yoga for Young Adults (YAY) — an evidence-based yoga program developed in partnership with Dr. Amanda Wurz of UFV Kinesiology and the team at InspireHealth. The program is open to young adults affected by cancer who want to participate in a supportive, community-based … Read more

Networking workshop: How to make friends and meet people — Oct 7

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​🎓 Open to current UFV students only 📅 Tues, Oct 7 📍 Abby Building B, Spirit Bear Cafe (near the entrance/exit of the Bus Loop) 🕐 3-5 pm Hosted by the UFV Student Experience Office and the Centre for Experiential and Career Education This fun and interactive workshop is all about helping you meet new … Read more

Student Voice Forum — Sept 24

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You’re Invited: Student Voice Forum Join us for the launch of a new initiative from the VP Students Office that creates opportunities for students to share feedback and engage with university leadership on key topics. Event Details Wed, Sept 24, 2025 10 am–2 pm (Drop-in style) Abby S: Second Floor, Student Union Building Complimentary lunch … Read more

GoByBike Week at UFV — Sept 29-Oct 3

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UFV is hosting celebration stations to celebrate Fall GoByBike Week. Students and Staff can visit Celebration Stations from 8:30-11am during the week to access biking resources. There are free snacks for those who have commuted by bike, skateboard, scooter, etc! Each day of the week, a different UFV department will be hosting/cohosting the station. We … Read more

Take the Sustainability Survey — Sept 17-Oct 17

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Take UFV’s Sustainability Culture & Literacy Survey (Sept 17–Oct 17). It’s anonymous, takes around15 mins, and helps improve campus sustainability. Optional prize draw: 4 people will win $75 campus card credit! Click here to access the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/SustainableUFV2025 For more information, contact Karima Cherifi at sustainability@ufv.ca 10/17/2025

The World in Turmoil: An Interdisciplinary Conversation — Oct 1

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“Hell is empty and all the devils are here” – William Shakespeare, the Tempest How relevant this quote seems for our contemporary politics and society. Join UFV faculty for an interdisciplinary conversation that goes beyond the news cycle to give you scholarly insight on the issues of today. Wed, Oct 1 4-6 pm Abbotsford B101 … Read more

Cultural Discovery Day at the Sikh Heritage Museum — Sept 22

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Join the South Asian Studies Institute and the Sikh Heritage Museum for Cultural Discovery Day, a special open house event as part of the City of Abbotsford’s Cultural Day programming! Explore a rich history and heritage through guided tours of the museum, including a brand-new exhibit curated by SASI, and take part in a fun … Read more