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Internationalization Workshops — Aug 25 & 29

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CHAT-I (Chat Internationalization) Come join Victoria Surtees, Teaching and Learning Specialist in Internationalization, to a casual time of dialogue around cultures, inclusive approaches to teaching, working with international & multilingual learners, or any other topics on internationalizing your curriculum, teaching, and assessment. Online workshop. Thurs, Aug 25 (1-2pm) What is Internationalization Anyways? Learn about internationalization as it applies to teaching … Read more

Seeking nominations for Inaugural Outstanding Student Leader Award!

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Call for Nominations: Outstanding Student Leader Award Do you know a student who has made impressive contributions to the UFV community? In 2019, a group of alumni and the UFV Alumni Association (UFVAA) came together to fund the Outstanding Student Leader Award. This new annual award will recognize and engage with student leaders who go … Read more

UFV Board of Governors policy and bylaw updates and Senate policy updates

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At its June 9th, 2022 meeting, the Board of Governors approved the following policy, policy direction and bylaws revisions: • Board bylaw BGB-110.05 — Conflict of Interest • Board policy direction BPD-220 — Risk Management • Board policy BRP-225.03 — Board Policy on the Reappointment of the President Board policies, policy directions, and bylaws can … Read more

Introducing Blackboard Base Navigation: A better way to navigate myClass (Blackboard)

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As of June 29, 2022, myClass (Blackboard Learn) will move to a easier to use, mobile-friendly view. Base Navigation offers a new way to navigate your learning environment that will save you time and help you keep track of what’s most important. Its sleek, personalized interface enables instant access to the information you need. It … Read more

Faculty Sabbatical Leave workshop — June 10

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Are you a UFV faculty member interested in applying for a 2023-2024 sabbatical leave? Ask questions and receive feedback before submitting your application. Register here: https://ufv-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ABal6xBpTCOMbLFBlC_TjQ Fri, June 10 1-3 pm Zoom https://www.ufv.ca/research/events/ For more information, contact Tracy Morrison at tracy.morrison@ufv.ca 06/11/2022

Indigenous storytelling and philosophy for children — June 7

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This webinar investigates the rich resources within Indigenous philosophy (with emphasis on storytelling and land-based learning) to enhance the practice of Philosophy for Children (P4C). Dr. Andrea Sullivan-Clarke (Muskogee Nation of Oklahoma) will share her experience of using Indigenous storytelling to facilitate philosophical discussions in elementary and high school classrooms. She will also speak to … Read more

Policy Consultation: Animal Care (51) policy

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As part of a 3-week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the Animal Care (#51) policy. Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline of 4 pm, June 9, 2022. The suggested revisions can be found on the website: https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For more information, contact Marlene … Read more

Senate public meeting — May 31

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The next Senate meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 10, 2022 at 1:30 pm on the Abbotsford Campus in A225. The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, May 31, 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 06/10/2022

Sexual wellness product sale — May 24 & 25

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Wondering what all the buzz is about?!? It’s Masturbation May and to celebrate, UFV’s PRLC is collaborating with SUS to offer a selection of sexual pleasure products for sale! There will be products for all bodies at VERY affordable prices, and a sexual health educator available to answer any and all questions you might have! … Read more

UFV Transitions and Information event — June 7

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The Centre for Accessibility Services at the University of the Fraser Valley is holding our second annual Transitions and Information Event this June. This event is open to students, parents, and service providers who are hoping to learn more about the services available to students with disabilities once they transition into Post Secondary. The CAS … Read more