Opportunity

Playing with Possibilities — session 2 of 2

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As we transition to in-person work, how might we strengthen relationships across teams at UFV for greater resilience? Objective 1: Resilience tools and wellness practices for the transition to in-person work Objective 2: Connect the dots of commonalties, similar goals, and build bridges of connection across silos for increased communication and collaboration Objective 3: Get … Read more

MicroCourses – Teaching Fundamentals Aug 16-31

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The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering an ongoing MicroCourse series of workshops (essential Blackboard tools for online and hybrid courses ), with synchronous sessions for each MicroCourse scheduled weekly. The primary objective of these MicroCourses is the pedagogy behind the tools and how they can be used to: *achieve learning objectives *promote student engagement … Read more

Minimizing Barriers for Multilingual Learners – Workshop Series

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During the summer months, please join Carol Suhr, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Internationalization, in a 5-part workshop series on ways to minimize barriers for multilingual learners. The sessions will provide an opportunity for faculty members to reflect and identify possible barriers for learning, and ‘weave’ the basic principles of Universal Design into their everyday practice. … Read more

Opportunity to serve on Dean Selection Advisory Committees

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UFV Provost and VP Academic James Mandigo and UFV Human Resources are seeking Expressions of Interest from internal members of the UFV community to serve on Selection Advisory Committees (SACs) for two Deans who will commence five-year terms starting January 1, 2022: – Dean, Faculty of Professional Studies – Dean, (new) Faculty of Education, Community, and Human … Read more

Join the conversation on sexualized violence prevention

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Share your thoughts on UFV’s sexualized violence prevention strategy, education, and response. Your feedback is key to help us review and improve our current policy. For more information and to complete the survey, go to: https://www.ufv.ca/sexualized-violence-prevention/policy-review/ For more information, contact Amanda Morrison at amanda.morrison@ufv.ca 09/30/2021

MicroCourses – Teaching with Blackboard Fundamentals

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The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering an ongoing MicroCourse series of workshops (essential Blackboard tools for online and hybrid courses ), with synchronous sessions for each MicroCourse scheduled weekly. The primary objective of these MicroCourses is the pedagogy behind the tools and how they can be used to: *achieve learning objectives *promote student engagement … Read more

Manulife Vitality $5,000 Fitness Fantasy contest

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Manulife Vitality is an app-based program that helps you know more about your health, improve your health and enjoy the rewards. The program is available to all UFV employees with extended health care coverage. Don’t miss your chance at the Fitness Fantasy Giveaway to create the health package of your dreams with $5,000 from Manulife … Read more

Tech Tools for Teaching, Blackboard, and other Workshops

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Make your online courses more meaningful. Enhance your teaching with ed tech tools from TLC’s top picks inventory. Browse our A-Z listing or find tools based on teaching outcome, popularity, and type of support. Be sure to check back regularly for updates and new apps. Upcoming Schedule: Camtasia Workshop — Jul 28, Aug 4, 11, … Read more

MicroCourses — Online and Hybrid Teaching Fundamentals

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The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering an ongoing MicroCourse series of workshops (essential Blackboard tools for online and hybrid courses ), with synchronous sessions for each MicroCourse scheduled weekly. The primary objective of these MicroCourses is the pedagogy behind the tools and how they can be used to: *achieve learning objectives *promote student engagement … Read more

Open Call: Ensemble Cast & Production Crew for fall 2021 theatre production No audition or theatre experience required to participate

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UFV Theatre mainstage production for fall 2021 will be a full production of various short Climate Change Theatre Action 2021 plays! Performances will take place between November 17-27. The Climate Change Theatre Action 2021 is a global distributed theatre festival, and the theme for this year is “Envisioning a Global Green New Deal”. The production … Read more

UFV Learning Apps & other workshops — through July 29

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Make your online courses more meaningful. Enhance your teaching with ed tech tools from TLC’s top picks inventory. Browse our A-Z listing or find tools based on teaching outcome, popularity, and type of support. Be sure to check back regularly for updates and new apps. Upcoming Schedule: H5P Workshop – Fri, July 16 (10-11 am) … Read more

Fall Orientation 2021

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  Hello UFV staff & faculty!     You might be wondering what Orientation looks like this year –  both students who are new to UFV, and students who are continuing their studies –  as we return to on-campus classes and activities in the Fall semester.     Keep reading for a summary of what the Student … Read more