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SDGs Lab is a program to launch youth awareness and action towards building a more sustainable future. Through a speaker series, seminar, and interactive workshop, participants will have the opportunity to reflect and build on their understanding of sustainable development and the UN SDGs. SDGs Lab empowers youth to become sustainability leaders through educational sessions … Read more
In honour of International Women’s Day, come watch a screening of the film ‘I am Belmaya’, about a low-caste girl in Nepal who becomes a filmmaker. You will also have the opportunity to learn and reflect through a photovoice exhibit of female Nepalese human trafficking survivors. Wed, March 8 10 am -1 pm Evered Hall … Read more
Hear from industry professionals working in the broad and evolving field of sustainability. The event will be held in person and will be available to watch online as well. Wed March 15 12-2 pm B101 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sustainability-career-panel-tickets-526071593297 For more information, contact Jennifer Martel at jennifer.martel@ufv.ca 03/16/2023
Rails, Jails and Trolleys is a South Asian Studies Institute produced documentary. The film presents the history and present-day events on the decline of agriculture in India. Wed, March 15 4-6 pm Chilliwack campus library https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rails-jails-and-trolleys-film-screening-tickets-526073569207 For more information, contact Jennifer Martel at jennifer.martel@ufv.ca 03/16/2023
Get up to speed on UFV’s teaching technology and apps. Blackboard is the Learning Management System (LMS) used at UFV to deliver course materials to students. It is complemented by a suite of tech tools (apps) that can be accessed by instructors to enhance the learning experience of students. Explore Blackboard basics, tech tools for … Read more
February 8- 24, 2023. This exhibition showcases student work developed in MEDA 110 during Fall 2022, with LTA instructor in Media Arts, Marcel Casarini. Students explore the theme of nature using techniques in digital painting, digital imaging, and in printing. S’ELIYEMETAXWTEXW ART GALLERY UNIVERSITY OF THE FRASER VALLEY ROOM B136, B BUILDING Feb 9-24 noon-5 … Read more
The School of Social Work and Human Services, Ally Global, PEARL, SSWA, and South Asian Studies Institute are hosting a human trafficking event to bring awareness regarding human trafficking within Canada and Nepal. The event will include a photovoice, panel discussion, and movie screening (The Twelve Thousand). Tues Feb 28 Noon-2 pm Abby, Building F, … Read more
The Chilliwack library will be selectively closed for renovations during Reading Break week: Monday, February 20 — Closed for Family Day stat holiday Tuesday, February 21 — Closing early at 5 pm Wednesday, February 22 — Closed (info desk at library entrance open 9 am-4:30 pm, phones & emails answered 8 am-4:30 pm) Thursday, February … Read more
Make all the difference and join Canada’s Lifeline! Whether it’s supporting donors throughout the donation process, recruiting new donors, or raising awareness about the importance of our lifesaving programs; our volunteers are a vital link in Canada’s Lifeline. We are looking for volunteers to join our new team at the Plasma Donor Centre opening soon … Read more
A casual event with expert speakers sharing short presentations on the theme Food Sustainability in the Fraser Valley with Q&A. Science Cafés welcome people who may or may not typically get involved with scientific discussions. Wed, Mar 22 1-3 pm Chilliwack campus library https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/science-cafe-tickets-526112335157 For more information, contact Jennifer Martel at jennifer.martel@ufv.ca 03/23/2023
The Political Science department cordially invites you to POLITALK SPECIAL LECTURE: What’s up with Parliament As another Parliamentary session begins, the Trudeau Liberal government is faced with a series of policy challenges. From a healthcare system in crisis to rising crime rates and economic hardship caused by inflation, the government has its work cut out … Read more
The Student Union Society and UFV’s Pride Collective are hosting the very first Transgender Day of Visibility! Join us on the green for some games, mini donuts, free stuff, live music, information, and resources about how you can support trans people in your community. Fri, March 31 11 am-3 pm Abbotsford campus green http://www.ufvsus.ca/events For … Read more
At its February 2 meeting, the Board of Governors approved the following policy and policy direction revisions: • Board policy BRP-250.01 — Board Policy on Betty Urquhart Community Service Award • Board policy direction BPD-240 — Alumni Relationships Board policies can be found at: https://www.ufv.ca/board/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 02/28/2023
The 2023 Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion calendar is now ready. While you can view it digitally, as in prior years we have print copies available for employees and students. Please reach out to Lisa McMartin at Lisa.McMartin@ufv.ca if you’d like print copies sent to you through inter-campus mail or feel free to stop by the … Read more
To help raise awareness about energy consumption and climate change, UFV will be reducing temperatures university-wide from Feb 13-17. We can conserve energy and have a little fun along the way with Sweater Week! Instead of burning our usual amount of natural gas, we can reduce temperatures, and bundle up in sweaters for the week. … Read more