A heartfelt thank you for supporting students on Giving Tuesday

On Dec 3, the UFV community joined the global Giving Tuesday movement to boost the Student Support and Resilience Fund. Thanks to your collective efforts and generosity, a total of $4,860 was raised, directly supporting students facing urgent challenges such as food insecurity, housing instability, and other crises. UFV also received a Giving Tuesday donation … Read more

Join Us for Giving Tuesday 2024: Supporting Students in Need — Dec 3

On Dec 3, the University of the Fraser Valley will join the global Giving Tuesday movement to raise $10,000 for the Student Support and Resilience Fund. This vital fund serves as a lifeline for students experiencing food insecurity, housing instability, and other urgent needs. For UFV students, life’s unpredictable challenges can quickly become barriers to … Read more

Stay active on campus!

Did you know that you can work out on campus? Come join in on some pickleball, badminton, or shoot some hoops. Interested in strength & cardio? Come lift some weights or get some steps in on the treadmill. Need a stretch? Try our lunchtime yoga classes. Check our website for hours, prices, and more ways … Read more

Angel Tree: Sponsor an Angel! — now through Dec 4

Spread the joy this holiday season 🎄 Our Angel Tree program is dedicated to helping UFV students who have families to support while pursuing their education. By sponsoring an angel or angels, you can help make a real difference in someone’s holiday season. We welcome anyone from UFV and the surrounding community to participate, so … Read more

‘Become an Indigenizer’ course – express your interest

Between February and May 2025, Xwexwílmexwawt is offering a 13-week ‘Become An Indigenizer’ course, open to staff and faculty at UFV. Taught by UFV Professor Emeritus Eric Davis and Indigenous Student Centre Director Betty Peters, this 13-week course is a unique opportunity for UFV staff and faculty to deepen their understanding of Indigenization, decolonization and … Read more

Latin dance classes in Chilliwack starting Nov 18

Campus Recreation and Active Living invite you to join a beginner Latin dance class with Caroline from Blumorpho Concept. Classes take place Nov 18, 25 and Dec 2 (all Mondays)  from 5:45 to 6:30 pm in room V112 on the Chilliwack campus. With 10-plus years of teaching and two master’s degrees, Caroline blends her French, … Read more

Cascades Giving Day reaches new heights—Thank you for making it possible!

Cascades Giving Day was a great success, with an impact that will take UFV student-athletes to new heights. Thanks to the collective support of our community, a total of $86,927 was raised, with contributions from 219 generous supporters. The funds raised during Cascades Giving Day provide essential resources for the student-athlete journey, including training, scholarships, … Read more

Sustainable Action Pathway survey – open until Nov 8

UFV’s Office of Sustainability (OoS) is seeking input on the development of its Sustainability Action Pathway (SAP). UFV members are invited to fill out the survey, informing the OoS as we align the SAP with UFV’s commitments to sustainability. The survey, available at this link, will take approximately five minutes to complete and will be … Read more

Participate in Faculty Learning Exchange program with TLC

Learning specialists in the Teaching and Learning Centre are looking for faculty members from any discipline at UFV to participate in FLEx (Faculty Learning Exchange). FLEx partners faculty with a learning specialist to engage in conversations about teaching and learning. This program includes pre- and post- conversations and a class visit. By observing effective teaching … Read more

Participate in academic research about the customer service industry

You are invited to participate in a research project about your experiences working in customer service. Anyone who is currently working in a part-time or full-time customer service job in any organization can participate in a 60 to 90 minute online interview that will be scheduled at a time that is convenient for you. You … Read more

50 Remarkable Alumni nomination

As part of UFV’s 50th anniversary celebrations, we’re excited to honour 50 Remarkable Alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields, communities, and beyond. Your nomination helps us celebrate the diversity and achievements of our graduates, aligning with UFV and the UFV Alumni Association’s vision of fostering community connections and recognizing excellence. Click here … Read more

Online Classifieds board for employees

Did you know that as a UFV employee, you have access to an online “Classifieds” board where you can view and post items for sale, advertise for help wanted, etc.? This is available exclusively for UFV employees. To find the Classifieds board: > Open MS Outlook > Navigate to an email box called “Public Folders … Read more