Designing and Using Rubrics in Blackboard — Oct 16 or 21

The first wave of marking is upon us and we are looking for more ideas to expedite the process without sacrificing the quality feedback our students require and deserve, which is why we are offering a one-hour workshop on Designing and using rubric in Blackboard. Blackboard rubrics will save you loads of time while still … Read more

Support peace as a young leader (Peace Summit opportunity)

Apply to be one of three UFV students sponsored to attend the Peace Summit of Emerging Leaders in Bangkok, Thailand, February 5-7, 2020. Deadline to apply: Oct 11 Learn more about the conference: www.humanitarianaffairs.org Why apply? Represent UFV and Canada as an outstanding young leader. The purpose of this conference is to empower young people … Read more

Career opportunities — Oct 7

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Coordinator, Security Auxiliary, Clerical and Administrative Support Staff Computer Lab Technician, College of Arts Assistant Professor, Teacher Education Assistant Professor, Library and Information Technology Executive Assistant, Vice-Provost & Associate Vice-Provost, Academic To view details on these postings, … Read more

President’s Town Hall — Oct 22

I am pleased to invite you to join me and Provost James Mandigo for a President’s Town Hall on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. We will be updating you on several university initiatives and will be happy to take your questions. I hope to see you there. Abbotsford campus 10:00-11:00 am | Room A225 Chilliwack campus … Read more

Call for Proposals: Fund for Innovative Teaching

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) has a Fund for Innovative Teaching (FIT) to support short-term (up to one-year) proposals for faculty to create, develop, or deliver innovative teaching and learning opportunities for students. This year, the following topics will be prioritized as fundable projects: • Development of online courses • Collaboration between faculty … Read more

Career opportunities — Sept 30

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Assistant, Facilities Management Groundskeeper Strategist, Web Content Sessional Faculty (Winter 2020) Various, Adult Education To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, go to: https://www.ufv.ca/careers/job-postings/ https://www.ufv.ca/careers/job-postings/ For more information, contact Neena Buttar … Read more

Advanced Excel Workshop — Oct 30

Learn advanced skills in Microsoft Excel. Topics may include financial functions, table creating and manipulation, PivotTables and PivotCharts, custom formatting, and consolidating data. Facilitator: Courtney Boisvert CRN: To register, please contact the Office of the Registrar quoting your employee number and CRN 80368 Email: reginfo@ufv.ca Phone: 604-854-4501 Questions: For more information, please contact Tara Rozenek: … Read more

Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW) — Nov 4-8

The Facilitator Development Workshop is designed primarily for individuals who will be conducting the Intructional Skills Workshop 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 to … Read more

Career opportunities — Sept 23

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Financial Analyst & Liaison Instructor, Communications Janitor, Facilties Auxiliary, Logistics Services Assistant, Enrolment Services 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 … Read more

Internationalization Fund 2019/20 — application deadline Oct 11

Call for proposals! UFV International is now accepting proposals for the Internationalization Fund until Fri, Oct 11. This is the first call of two for the 2019/20 academic year. More information can be found at the link below. https://international.ufv.ca/international-student-life/internationalization-fund/ For more information, contact Kara Bertram at Kara.Bertram@ufv.ca 10/11/2019