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The next Senate meeting is scheduled for Fri, March 10, 2023 at 1:30 pm on the Abbotsford campus in Room A225. The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tues, Feb 28 at noon. Please email your submissions to UFVSenate@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/senate/meeting-schedule/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 03/10/2023
Join Tech Talk with TLC learning specialist Michelle Johnson and SoCA digital media technician Robin Pittman on the implications of the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems in higher education and especially here at UFV. This month we will discuss AI Image Generators such as DALL-E-2, Mid-journey, and Stable Diffusion that create art from any … Read more
Deadline: Fri, Feb 17, 2023 Launched in 2016, the UFV Service Excellence Awards recognize and celebrate current UFV staff and faculty in four categories: • UFV Staff Excellence Award • UFV Inspirational Leadership Award • UFV Teamwork Award • UFV Indigenization & Reconciliation Award (NEW) For full details including criteria and how to nominate someone, … Read more
The UFV Student Union Society has created a HUB for information and support to focus on what matters most – our health and wellness. We have all struggled to find a balance during the pandemic, floods and general change of routine these past years. Now more than ever, it’s time to focus on mind, body … Read more
Join us for a Clothing Exchange and Repair Fair, Fibre Museum, and Career Closet! – Learn basic clothing repairs – Take part in the everyday clothing exchange – Grab something from our “Career Closet” for your next interview! – Explore the Fibre Museum Wed, March 1 11 am-3 pm Abby — Evered Hall https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/clothes-the-loop-renew-reuse-restyle-tickets-524929938577 For … Read more
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