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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
The Outstanding Student Leader award recognizes one student annually who goes above and beyond both in and outside the classroom. The winner will be recognized with a $1,000 award. Leaders and change-makers, students at the University of the Fraser Valley make a difference. Learn who is eligible, how to nominate, and submit your nomination, for … Read more
Join us for a day of happiness! There will be plenty of happy themed activities and giveaways in the Student Union Building on March 20! Come celebrate international day of happiness with us in the atrium from 11 am to 3 pm! Mon, March 20 11 am-3 pm Student Union Building Atrium For more information, … Read more
Join the School of Kinesiology for ‘Get KINnected’ – a winter speaker series highlighting faculty research and innovative activities at UFV! Up next is Dr. Luisa Giles, Assistant Professor in the School of Kinesiology. Luisa will be presenting on March 15 from 12-1 pm. Her presentation is titled “A 14-year headache: My journey with chronic … Read more
Inspector Colleen Yee shares her insights on policing as a career, leadership within policing, the Women’s Personal Safety Team, and explains personal safety concepts (with a demonstration). Inspector Yee has been a member of the Vancouver Police Department for 30 years and helped create the Women’s Personal Safety Team in 2012, which supports and empowers … Read more
The youth panel is back! Come and join us for a night of learning and sharing from 4 young people who share what is means to be autistic, to have ADHD, anxiety, and other disabilities. An evening that promises to share not only the challenges but the joys, and a lot of laughter! This is … Read more
CanAm Health and Wellness will have a table set up for you to enjoy a cup of hot chocolate. The hot cocoa will be served with marshmallows topped with chocolate sprinkles! *Students and staff who bring their own cup get an extra entry to win a Starbucks gift card giveaway! 03/01/2023 – 03/01/2023 3-5 pm … Read more
Join The Reach’s former Curator of Art & Visual Culture, Adrienne Fast, in conversation with the artists featured in the exhibition image/object: new approaches to three-dimensional photography (on view at The Reach until May 6). This talk is presented in collaboration with the University of the Fraser Valley’s School of Creative Arts and will be … Read more
About the artist: Christopher Ross-Ewart. Christopher has worked across the US, Canada, and the world. His practice ranges from performer to composer to designer, in theatre, musical theatre, dance, film, podcasts and installation. Most recently, his notable works include The Cave presented at The Clutch as a part of a B.C tour, Hamlet-911 directed by … Read more