Online brainstorming session re: helping our communities — April 9

UFV has a new and exciting opportunity for community involvement! During times of crisis communities come together and assist those in need. We welcome you to join Research, Engagement & Graduate Studies’ online brainstorming forum on Thurs, April 9, at 10 am, a bluejeans link will be provided to those who RSVP. Let’s generate a … Read more

MicroCourses — Online Teaching Fundamentals — 7 courses

These series of MicroCourses will introduce the essential Blackboard tools, but 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 Collaborate among peers and instructors Creative easy-to-navigate course design Assess student learning Offer support to students Create an online … Read more

Seeking nominations for UFV’s Distinguished & Young Distinguished Alumni Awards

Our UFV alumni are doing incredible work at home and around the world. Established in 2003, the UFV Distinguished Alumni Award has been able to recognize the accomplishments of our amazing alumni. The Distinguished Alumni Award will be conferred upon a graduate of the institution who has achieved outstanding distinction in career, educational achievement, or … Read more

Career opportunities — March 23

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Instructor, Modern Languages (Punjabi) Instructor, Modern Languages (French) Instructor, Economics Instructor, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice Switchboard Operator Assistant, Advancement & Alumni Relations Assistant Professor, Social Work and Human Services Sessional Faculty, Fall 2020 (Art History) … Read more

TLC Workshops — Remote Teaching

The TLC Learning Designers have scheduled workshops to help you move your course materials online. Please join or contact asktlc@ufv.ca if you need more time, a different time, or have other requests. SCHEDULED WORKSHOPS: Wed, Mar 18 – Online Classes with Collaborate, in G124 (10-11am) Wed, Mar 18 – The Basics of myClass (Blackboard), in … Read more

Career opportunities — March 16

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Advisor, Centre for Accessibility Services Facilitator, Exam Accommodation Instructor, Physics To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, go to: https://www.ufv.ca/careers/job-postings/ For more information, contact Neena Buttar at neena.buttar@ufv.ca 03/26/2020

Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW) — May 18-22

Join the FDW. The Facilitator Development Workshop is designed primarily for individuals who will be conducting the ISW at an institution. It is recommended that individuals participate in an ISW prior to applying for the FDW. The FDW provides individuals with an opportunity for professional development in a challenging and supportive atmosphere and provides connections … Read more

Career opportunities — March 9

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Assistant Professor, Library and Information Technology Coordinator, Research, Food and Agriculture Institute Officer, Donor Relations Assistant Professor, Marketing Sessional Faculty, Fall 2020 Assistant, Recruitment Assistant, Ceremonies & Events Program Coordinator, Teacher Education Aministrative Assistant, Academic Success Centre … Read more

Gratitude in the Workplace — May 13

Gratitude in the Workplace Over the past two decades, the field of positive psychology has expanded rapidly, and one of the most discussed areas has been gratitude. We know that people who practise gratitude lead healthier lives both physically and emotionally. We also know that gratitude has a positive impact on both the workforce and … Read more

Educator’s Journey towards Reconciliation — May 26 & 27

During our two days together, we will go through a journey to discover challenges and best practices in decolonizing the classroom and our education practice. We will explore strategies for creating a culturally safe learning environment and Indigenizing through reconciling Indigenous worldviews, ways of knowing and being while we Indigenize our teaching practice and curriculum. … Read more

Weaving Knowledge Systems — May 28 & 29 (formerly Indigenizing the Curriculum)

Weaving Knowledge Systems (formerly Indigenizing the Curriculum) is a two-day workshop that provides you with hands-on experience and resources that will bring together Indigenous and Western worldviews based on your subject area. We will explore experiential activities to weave cultural safety/humility, Indigenous Ways of knowing and being, and Indigenous worldviews, into your course(s)/practice. Bring at … Read more

Career opportunities — March 2

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Manager, Donor Relations Executive Assistant, Office of the Vice Provost & Associate Vice President, Academic Instructors, Biology Instructor, Chemistry Manager, Network Services Strategist, Marketing Manager, Cloud, Servers & Storage Officer, Advancement Operations Strategist, Web Content Digital Analyst, … Read more