Cannabis in Canada: Is the Grass Greener? — April 6

The Faculty of Health Sciences Dean’s Speaker Series presents Dr. Lynda Balneaves. Her topic will be Cannabis in Canada: Is the Grass Greener? Come listen to Dr. Balneaves as she discusses an overview of cannabis legalization, the current state of medical cannabis, and how legalization affects health care professionals. Refreshments will be provided. Mon, April … Read more

Supported Learning Group information session for potential leaders — April 1

Now Hiring: Supported Learning Group leaders Are you looking for valuable work experience in your field of study? Put your classroom knowledge to work and become and SLG leader! SLG leader information session: Wed, April 1, 2:30-4 pm Abby B121 Contact Navneet.Sidhu@ufv.ca or stop by the SLG Centre (C1007) to reserve your spot. If you … Read more

Financial Aid & Awards Tips for March

Registration for the summer semester begins soon so remember to set aside $200 for your deposit — fee deferrals are not a given. Start preparing your scholarship and leadership applications – deadline is May 10. NOTE: This is an online application process. You will be able to access it through MyUFV on March 15. If … Read more

International Women’s Day Film Screening: Because We Are Girls — March 6

Friday, March 6, 2020 Screenings at 10 am and 11:30 am In celebration of International Women’s Day, please join us for a showing of the film Because We Are Girls. Because We Are Girls tells the story of a conservative Indo-Canadian family in small-town British Columbia that must come to terms with a devastating secret: … Read more

International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination — Sonja Williams — March 16

Please join UFV President Joanne MacLean as we welcome guest speaker Sonja D. Williams as part of a week of events for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Throughout her professional career, Sonja D. Williams has served as an educator as well as a multi-award-winning writer and producer of features and documentaries … Read more

Sip & Learn: Planetary Health — April 9

This event is hosted by the Student Nurses for Global Citizens at the UFV Chilliwack campus in the gathering place. The intention of this evening is to provoke and facilitate discussion around pertinent planetary and global health topics. Join us from 6-6:30pm for refreshments and networking, and stay from 6:30-8 pm to engage in thoughtful … Read more

Indian Cinema and Shakespeare — March 4, 11, and 18

Ehsaas Film Festival: Shakespeare and Indian Cinema Come join us for this free event (three films over three weeks) which brings together Indian Cinema and Shakespeare. After each film screening join UFV faculty, who will be providing context and conversation. FILMS: Maqbool (adaptation of Macbeth) on March 4, 2020 Haider (adaptation of Hamlet) on March … Read more

Moose Hide Campaign info table — Feb 19

Drop by our info table to learn more about UFV’s participation in the Moose Hide Campaign, a national initiative to prevent violence against Indigenous women and children. Get a Moose Hide pin to show your support for this important public awareness campaign. To learn more about the Moose Hide Campaign, visit moosehidecampaign.ca For questions about … Read more

MAD MONDAY Challenges: Scalable Experiential Learning

The College of Arts is thrilled to announce a pilot project called the Student Experience Design Lab (SXD Lab). Supported by UFV’s Fund for Innovative Teaching, the SXD Lab is developing real-life student-led learning opportunities with a focus on innovation, career development, creativity and collaboration. The first learning opportunity to come out of the SXD … Read more

MAD MONDAY Challenges: History Digital Badging — March 23

The College of Arts is thrilled to announce a pilot project called the Student Experience Design Lab (SXD Lab). Supported by UFV’s Fund for Innovative Teaching, the SXD Lab is developing real-life student-led learning opportunities with a focus on innovation, career development, creativity and collaboration. The first learning opportunity to come out of the SXD … Read more

MAD MONDAY Challenges: Gamifying NSO — March 30

The College of Arts is thrilled to announce a pilot project called the Student Experience Design Lab (SXD Lab). Supported by UFV’s Fund for Innovative Teaching, the SXD Lab is developing real-life student-led learning opportunities with a focus on innovation, career development, creativity and collaboration. The first learning opportunity to come out of the SXD … Read more

Grad photo sessions — March 9-27

2020 grads: Book your photo session now! Professional photographers from Artona Group, the official graduation photographer for UFV, will be on the Abbotsford campus from March 9-27 for graduate portrait sessions ($15 sitting fee). March 9-27 – Abbotsford campus Location: Lot 10, outside SUB It is recommended that grads book their session now as appointments … Read more

UFV History film series — Vatel — March 18

UFV History Department Film Series: “Food, Culture, and History” Winter 2020 Film Screening Wed, March 18, 2020 Abby F124 (U-House) 10 am-12 pm “Vatel” (Gaumont 2000) Director: Roland Joffe Snacks provided Free and open to the public. Film discussion to follow screenings. Contact for more information: ian.rocksborough-smith@ufv.ca or adrianna.bakos@ufv.ca   03/18/2020