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How does philosophy merge with education and mental healthcare to improve the lives of people outside the academies and clinics? This was an important part of the general theme of the 15th International Conference on Philosophical Practice, held at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), in Mexico City from June 25 to 29. Conference … Read more
Welcome to the following new employees, and congratulations to those who have taken on new positions: Alastair Hodges — Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences Samantha Pattridge — Associate Dean, Students Mallory Manley — Coordinator, Student Transition & Engagement Janelle Dochuk — Assistant, Enrolment Services Leah Sperling — Department Assistant, College of Arts Kathleen Miller — … Read more
#HelloUFV | Where are you? Reconnect with your Alumni Association. New neighbourhood? New city? New email? Update your info & let us know what you’re up to these days! Reconnect at alumni.ufv.ca/hello and be entered to win $500. Say hi on social with #HelloUFV. Reconnect with your Alumni Association For more information, contact Marta … Read more
The 2018-2019 Human Research Ethics Board schedule is now available online for research that is above minimal risk as outlined by the TCPS2. All research that is minimal risk can be submitted to research.ethics@ufv.ca any time for delegated review. The HREB is a delegation of the President’s Office at UFV, and has the authority to … Read more
UFV Now e-news will publish bi-weekly for the summer Planned upcoming editions: July 30 Aug 13 Then back to once a week on Aug 20.
Maureen Berlin has been named interim Executive Director of Advancement at UFV. She will lead the Advancement team and fundraising efforts in support of innovation, infrastructure development, and growth across UFV. Maureen has extensive experience as a fundraiser and has been an executive director in the non-profit sector for decades. She brings skill, experience, and … Read more
An article by Dr. Frank Ulbrich, director of the School of Business, published in Journal of Global Operations and Strategic Sourcing has been selected by the editorial team as Highly Commended in the 2018 Emerald Literati Awards. The article, titled “Extended dependency network diagrams: adding a strategic dimension”, introduces a technique that enables managers to … Read more
Samantha Pattridge has been appointed to the role of acting Associate Dean of Students in the College of Arts. Samantha will assume this position until December 31. Samantha joined UFV in 2005, after teaching several years at BCIT and in Alberta. She has an MA in English from the University of Alberta and an MSc in Writing and … Read more
Marnie Wright joined the University of the Fraser Valley as Associate Vice-President of Human Resources on June 18, 2018. Wright brings 20 years of experience in human resource management in the educational field to her role at UFV. Most recently she was the Associate Superintendent of Human Resources for the Abbotsford School District. Highlights of … Read more
Some events at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre to be aware of, as they affect traffic and parking congestion on and around campus. • June 29 – July 1, 2018: Watchtower Convention – Lots: 2a, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 10a, Ring Road • June 30 – July 1, 2018: Dog Training Conference – … Read more
Public presentations will be held by the candidates for the AVP Research, Engagement and Graduate Studies search that will also include a question & answer period. These presentations will be held on the following dates: Mon, June 18 – 11:30 am-12:15 pm in Abby A 203B Wed, June 20 – 11:30 am-12:15 pm in Abby … Read more
Abby Quick Print, located in D122a, will be closed for renovations from June 14 to August 27, 2018. All printing will be done at the Chilliwack location during the closure. Please call local 2382 with any questions or concerns. For more information, contact Elizabeth Eberts at elizabeth.eberts@ufv.ca 08/27/2018
Cascade Cafe, located in Building B, will be closed for renovations June 4-22, 2018. During renovations Dana Hospitality will offer the “Fast & Fresh” service available at the Tim Hortons located in building G. This renovation will not affect catering by Dana Hospitality. For more information on Dining Services hours, please see www.ufv.ca/dining.
Congratulations to Christina Forcier (Assistant to the Dean of Health Sciences) and her husband Adam on the birth of their second son, Rome Kingston Forcier. He was born on May 22 at 11:06 am at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. A brother for Nash.
By creating an anti-racism mentorship workshop that she intends to deliver at Abbotsford high schools this fall, Anecia Gill was able to combine her passions for social theory and her hometown. Find out more at: https://blogs.ufv.ca/arts/2018/05/11/helping-high-school-students-navigate-racial-identity/