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Faria Firoz and Kelley Tialiou in conversation — Mar 21

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In conjunction with the presentation of Biborton: Shift of Being at The Reach Gallery Museum, artist Faria Firoz joins curator Kelley Tialiou for an online discussion on Thursday, March 21 from 1 to 2 pm. Firoz will talk about the development of her practice, from its earlier focus on figurative painting to recent investigation of … Read more

Policy consultation for new University Visitor policy

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As part of a three-week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the University Visitor policy, which can be found at this link. Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline of 4 pm on Wednesday, March 27. For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca. … Read more

Understanding Indigenous research methodologies in organizations — Mar 14

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Join us Thursday, March 14 from 2:30 to 5:20 pm for an online guest lecture with Ben Borne, founder and leader of Symmetry Public Relations. Borne will discuss Indigenous methodologies and their application in organizational research. Learn about the importance of culturally sensitive research methods, the value of Indigenous perspectives in understanding organizations, and how … Read more

UFV Cascades women’s basketball at U SPORTS Nationals — game one on Mar 7

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Cheer on the UFV Cascades women’s basketball team as they start their campaign at USPORTS Nationals on Thursday, March 7. The Cascades tip off at 11:30 am and the game can be seen live on CBC Sports digital channels, and on YouTube at this link. Visit https://www.gocascades.ca or follow your UFV Athletics teams at @ufvcascascades. … Read more

PARC Collaboratorium is hiring research students

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The Peace and Reconciliation Centre (PARC) invites student applicants for the Collabatorium Summer 2024. The application period is open until 11:59pm PST on Friday, March 15. The Collaboratorium is a community-engaged research internship program. Working under faculty mentorship and with university support, students conduct research on projects that communities have identified as priorities and have … Read more

Artona on campus — Mar 5-22

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Artona will be on campus at UFV Abbotsford between Mar 5-22 offering portrait sessions in Room A210. The cost is a $60 refundable deposit and $15 sitting fee. Each session includes photos with traditional library and composite grad backgrounds. Students can bring props, pets and up to two friends or family members to be photographed … Read more

Commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: Showcasing antiracism scholarship, activism and advocacy at UFV — Mar 21

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On Thursday, March 21, UFV’s Race and Antiracism Network (RAN), in collaboration with the UFV’s Scholarly Sharing Initiative (SSI), invites you to participate in our annual observance of the ‘International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.’ This event provides a unique platform to spotlight and amplify your contributions to our university’s ongoing journey toward … Read more

Registration open for Thinking Playground summer camp

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Do you want your child to have the ‘thinking tools’ to solve problems? To make good decisions? To be open to exploring different ideas, and transform imagination into innovation? The Thinking Playground is just what you have been looking for. Registration is now open in the 6-9 and 10-13 age groups, with limited space available. … Read more

Romancing the craft

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Visit https://alumni.ufv.ca/stories/romancing-the-craft/ for a UFV Alumni Association article about a UFV alumna who has returned as writer-in-residence. For more information, contact Anthony Biondi at anthony.biondi@ufv.ca. 03/02/2024

Sustainable practice through mentorship

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Visit https://alumni.ufv.ca/stories/sustainable-practice-through-mentorship/ for a UFV Alumni Association article about alum Jennifer Martel in UFV’s Office of Sustainability, and how she mentors students in sustainable practices. For more information, contact Anthony Biondi at anthony.biondi@ufv.ca. 03/02/2024