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Students’ Evaluation of Teaching: RateMyProfessors as a deciding factor in course selection — Nov 19

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Dr. Ghizlane Laghzaoui, an associate professor in Modern Languages, will present research on the impactof RateMyProfessors as a deciding factor in course selection. How would an instructor or a department react if they knew students choose courses and sections based on RateMyProfessors ratings? This research examines what criteria students give priority to when evaluating the … Read more

Adapting to a Pandemic World — Exploring COVID-19 Research at UFV — Nov 4

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As the pandemic marches on, UFV continues to rise to the challenge, with a growing number of research projects spanning a diverse array of areas impacted by COVID-19. The Research Office will be hosting an online public panel discussion to showcase the outstanding research some of our faculty have taken on over the past year … Read more

Participate in a kinesiology research looking at muscle activation during running and various core exercises!

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In this study, we want to determine which core exercises produce patterns of muscle activity that are most similar to patterns we see during walking and running. The core exercises that produce muscle activity most similar to walking and running might be the best exercises for improving running performance. This study will involve one visit … Read more

UFV Tech Tools and Blackboard Workshops — Oct 21-Nov 25

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Make your online courses more meaningful. Enhance your teaching with ed tech tools from TLC’s top picks inventory. Browse our A-Z listing or find tools based on teaching outcome, popularity, and type of support. Be sure to check back regularly for updates and new apps. Upcoming Schedule: Zoom Workshop — Tues, Oct 26 (2-3 pm) … Read more

Indigenization workshops — Oct-Dec

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Circle Works Sessions This workshop will provide an overview of the history, cultural protocols, and Indigenous worldviews of Circles. Learn about using Circle Works as a pedagogical tool in both the face-to-face and online classrooms. Strategies to facilitate a culturally appropriate Circle will be discussed and modelled. Abbotsford — Thinker Space (G124): Tues, Oct. 19 … Read more

Policy updates — Indemnification of Board Members; Reappointment of the President

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At its October 1, 2021 meeting, the UFV Board of Governors approved: • Revisions to BGB–110.12 Indemnification of Board Members As well as the creation of BRP-225.03 The Board Policy on the Reappointment of the President These are available for viewing on the Board website under Bylaws and Policies. https://www.ufv.ca/board/ For more information, contact Marlene … Read more

Peace Talk — PACS student fieldwork presentations: Restorative Justice and Housing in the Fraser Valley — Oct 19

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This Peace Talk webinar will feature the work of two Peace and Conflict Studies students who have recently completed the PACS fieldwork course. The course is designed as an experiential learning opportunity, and to prepare PACS majors and minors for vocational work The fieldwork experience is designed to have students apply peace-building methods flexibly and … Read more

Metis Day Awareness — Nov 2

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Métis Day Awareness‌‌ — Everyone Welcome Tues, Nov 2 1-3 pm Chilliwack campus | Gathering Place, A1457 Come and join us in celebrating Metis Culture & Learn about the traditional Metis sashing ceremony What is Metis Day? The traditional culture of our Métis ancestors, shaped by nature, still exert strong influence on generations today, from … Read more

Book Launch for: Sema:th Xo:tsa, Stand Like A Cedar, Feeling the Pulse of Poverty — Oct 27

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UFV’s Peace and Reconciliation Centre is hosting a book launch featuring a suite of innovative and artistic books by local Indigenous and settler authors and organizations. Nicola Cambbell, with illustrations by Carrie-Lynn Victor, Stand Like a Cedar (Highwater Press) Melissa Kendzierski (UFV alumna), The Pulse of Poverty (Chilliwack Healthier Community) Chris Silver, Carrie-Lynn Victor, Kris … Read more

Webinar: Conservation as Innovation — October 20

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Title: Conservation as Innovation: The role of biodiversity in agriculture Abstract: Often the goals of conservation organizations and the goals of farmers are seen as in opposition. But it is increasingly evident that biodiversity can provide a myriad of ecosystem services that can reduce costs for farmers and increase resilience and stability in agro-ecosystems. This … Read more

SASI fifth annual symposium: Building a Diasporic Roadmap through Inquiry and Engagement — Nov 19

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SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES INSTITUTE The 5th Annual Symposium – Fall 2021 Building a Diasporic Roadmap through Inquiry and Engagement South Asia represents the regions of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and the Maldives. More broadly, the historical, political, cultural and linguistic boundaries that constitute the South Asian region are complex and intricate, … Read more

Planting bulbs at the Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden — Oct 12

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Please join us for fall planting of spring-flowering bulbs at the garden. Tues, Oct 12, 2:30 to 4 pm Fri, Oct 15, 1 to 3 pm Chilliwack campus Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden, east side of Building A, between the Kinesiology wing and the Gathering Place Please dress for the weather and bring yourself. If you have … Read more

Educators Journey Towards Reconciliation — free course for UFV employees — starts Oct 14

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October 14 – December 31, 2021 Course Format: This a blackboard based course and it will be open from October 14 until December 31, 2021, where you will complete asynchronous activities. There will be three synchronous sessions you will be required to attend (times and dates below). Synchronous Sessions: Thurs, Oct 14 (12-1 pm) Thurs, … Read more

Call for honorary degree nominations

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The honorary degree selection committee is seeking honorary doctorate degree nominations. The honorary doctorate degree  is the highest form of recognition offered by UFV. We have a wonderful legacy of distinguished recipients whose achievements we are honoured to profile and celebrate. These awards are an excellent way to bring publicity to your areas and to … Read more

The UFV Caste Matters Reading Group — starting Nov 4

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Join the South Asian Studies Institute’s reading group related to understanding caste, caste oppression and caste in the diaspora. SASI is committed to understanding, dismantling and challenging ongoing systems of caste oppressions in our local communities, organizations, places, and personal lives. Every two months, SASI will share a reading and host a zoom conversation to … Read more