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Using the Science of Stress and Chronic Disease to Facilitate Reconciliation in Canadian University Students The purpose of this study was to determine whether a stepwise reflection process that occurred over a 12-week period would result in attitudinal change and increased empathy regarding intergenerational trauma associated with the Indian Residential School System in a sample … Read more
Embodied teaching and learning methods are powerful tools for connection and catharsis – that was a key message shared by four international students on the latest episode of the Ekta: Learning Differently, Together Podcast. Asha Thapa, Jessica Ho, Angelina Joseph and Niraj Joshi participated in a bi-weekly theatre-based workshops hosted by Rita Dhungel, assistant professor … Read more
Dr. María Eugenia De Luna, an associate professor in the Modern Languages Institute, represented UFV at the 35.º Congreso Internacional ASELE in Castellón, Spain, in July 2025. Her presentation, Más allá de lo tradicional: estrategias inclusivas y descolonizadoras en la evaluación de ELE (Beyond the Traditional: Inclusive and Decolonizing Strategies in Spanish as a Foreign … Read more
A chapter by Dr. María Eugenia De Luna, an associate professor in the Modern Languages Institute, has been accepted for publication in the forthcoming open-access, peer-reviewed book Nuevas Competencias y Nuevas Tecnologías en la Enseñanza de la Lengua, la Literatura y la Cultura. (New Competencies and New Technologies in the Teaching of Language, Literature, and … Read more
Dr. María Eugenia De Luna, an associate professor in the Modern Languages Institute, has received a SSHRC Explore Grant to support her 2025–26 research on language visibility and cultural revitalization in post-secondary settings. Her project focuses on Halq’eméylem, the traditional language of the Stó:lō People, and examines how its public presence in the university’s linguistic … Read more
Guns may be as American as apple pie, but what does it mean to own a gun north of the 49th parallel? While policy battles over gun control are often associated with American politics, debates about gun control are raging in Canada, prompting Canadian gun owners to transition from hobbyists to advocates. In his new … Read more
You could be closer than you think to earning a certificate while pursuing your degree. The new Social Innovation certificate starts this fall with the INNV 100 course. It’s just four courses plus electives — some of which you may have already completed. Gain the skills top employers are looking for. Learn more at this … Read more
The UFV Board of Governors annually endorses the budget planning principles prepared by Budgets and Resource Planning for the upcoming fiscal year. The 2026-27 budget principles have been approved and are now publicly available at this website. These principles serve as a framework for the budget development process and guide financial decision-making across the institution. … Read more
Due to ongoing installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in parking lot 10 on the Abbotsford campus, Gillis Avenue will be partially closed between July 17-21. During this time, the road will be open to single lane alternating traffic. Vehicles be allowed through as directed by traffic controllers, and the shuttle service will not … Read more
The UFV Now e-news will be published every two weeks during the summer. Here is the schedule: Mon, June 30 Tues, July 15 Tues, July 29 Tues, Aug 12
As part of UFV’s commitment to sustainability, CFPM and UFV’s Office of Sustainability have partnered with BC Hydro to install additional electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on both the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses. Installation schedule: Chilliwack campus (TTC): Begins on Monday, June 16 in the northeast corner of Lot 1, with crews on site Monday … Read more
All UFV buildings will be closed on Tuesday July 1, 2025 in observance of Canada Day. If you need to access a specific area during these times, please submit a Room/Building Access request no later than Thursday, June 26. You can find the regular building hours on our website https://www.ufv.ca/operations/campus-hours/. For immediate assistance, please contact … Read more
We’re making it easier for you to stay on top of your schedule! UFV has launched a brand-new Class Schedule Card in the myUFV portal, designed with students in mind. Here’s what’s new: Full Week View: See your entire week of classes at a glance — no more flipping through one day at a time. … Read more
On June 24, the UFV Library’s main Find It search and other EBSCO database interfaces will be updated. UFV Library vendor EBSCO is updating the user interface. EBSCO states “We are redesigning the EBSCOhost experience and user interface to meet ever-evolving user expectations for accessing, searching, choosing and using the library’s resources. We are introducing … Read more
Here are a few helpful reminders to keep your UFV laptop running smoothly and make sure it stays in good shape throughout its lifecycle. Keep it safe: Try not to leave your laptop unattended, especially in vehicles. Most thefts happen when laptops are left in cars, even for a short time. No stickers: While it … Read more