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The UFV Athletics and Campus Recreation and Human Resources departments are launching a virtual initiative to build our community while keeping our physical distance. Starting Tuesday, April 14, 2020, join our Facebook group: UFV Unite – Connecting the UFV Community to stay connected and engaged while remembering the importance of exercising the body and mind. … Read more
In addition to the health concerns associated with the COVID-19 virus, the stress and uncertainty at this time can feel heavy and overwhelming. Many of us are practising social distancing or isolation, making it more important than ever to maintain a sense of community in creative ways. In order to provide some support to our … Read more
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
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
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
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
Dear Staff and Faculty, Free PHOTO Enlargement and Mounting! Do you have a favorite photo that you have been wanting to have enlarged and mounted to display on your walls? UFV Print Services, based in Building W on our Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park, is offering UFV staff and faculty the opportunity to … Read more
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
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
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
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 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
There’s More to it Than Money Can I afford to retire? Am I ready to retire, or will I be? These are two basic questions when thinking about retirement, whether it is going to be next year or a few short years from now. Based on very positive feedback from other workshop participants around the … Read more
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 (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