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Get up to speed on UFV’s teaching technology and apps. Blackboard is the Learning Management System (LMS) used at UFV to deliver course materials to students. It is complemented by a suite of tech tools (apps) that can be accessed by instructors to enhance the learning experience of students. Explore Blackboard basics, tech tools for … Read more
Make all the difference and join Canada’s Lifeline! Whether it’s supporting donors throughout the donation process, recruiting new donors, or raising awareness about the importance of our lifesaving programs; our volunteers are a vital link in Canada’s Lifeline. We are looking for volunteers to join our new team at the Plasma Donor Centre opening soon … Read more
The Outstanding Student Leader award recognizes one student annually who goes above and beyond both in and outside the classroom. The winner will be recognized with a $1,000 award. Leaders and change-makers, students at the University of the Fraser Valley make a difference. Learn who is eligible, how to nominate, and submit your nomination, for … Read more
Have some gently-used professional attire and shoes you no longer need? From February 1-15th, you can bring them to the donation boxes located in Lá:lem te Baker and the Student Union Building (SUB)! The clothes will be provided to students at the Career Closet on March 1 as part of a broader March for Sustainability … Read more
The UFV Physics & Engineering department and the UFV Future Students office will be hosting a virtual information session for the Engineering Transfer program (ETP) on Tues, Jan 24 at 6 pm via Zoom. Please join us for an informative session open to all prospective students as well as high school career counsellors/advisors. This webinar … Read more
Are you looking for new ways to talk about citation in your class? Are you tired of repeating the same academic integrity policies over and over with no results? Are you using an activity or strategy around source use or academic integrity that you’d like to share? Join Learning Specialist Victoria Surtees and Assistant Professor … Read more
UFV Theatre will present The Laramie Project in March 2023. The Laramie Project is a modern classic. This verbatim theatre piece is constructed from the transcripts of over 200 interviews, conducted in the aftermath of the brutal murder of Matthew Shepard, a young gay man, in Laramie, Wyoming, in 1998. The piece reveals a community … Read more
The UFV Teaching and Learning Centre is offering the Instructional Skills workshop and Facilitator Development workshop this spring. Spaces are available. Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) dates: Tues, Feb 28-Fri, Mar 3, 2023 (hybrid) Tues, Mar 7-Fri, Mar 10, 2023 (F2F) The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is offered to a group of five or six colleagues … Read more
Teaching and Learning is offering a Community of Practice: Assessment in Post-Secondary Education series through the winter 2023 semester facilitated by Claire Hay, Teaching and Learning Specialist (Curriculum and Assessment). The goal of this community of practice is to explore current ideas around assessment strategies by engaging in evidence-based discussions and the sharing of our … Read more
Are you a UFV faculty member designing a new course? Or are you redesigning a course for its six-year review? Then this professional development opportunity is designed for you. The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering a two-week Course (Re) Design Intensive from May 15 to May 26 that will provide you with the tools … Read more
Campus Recreation and UFV Pride Collective are partnering to offer an inclusive space to get active and connect with like-minded individuals in a fun and safe environment. Come move with us on Thursdays from 4-5:30 pm in E105! List of weekly activities will be live on our Instagram page soon @UFVRec. Join us on Thursdays … Read more
Try before you buy at UFV Campus Recreation until January 19. All offerings are free for a limited time. This includes fitness classes, drop-in sports, and intramurals. After this date participants will either need to purchase a Peak Pass Membership or pay a registration fee. Save $10 on a Peak Pass until January 20. This … Read more
Learn some great stretches to do at your desk! Thurs, Jan 26 12-12:30 pm Zoom https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fstretching-break-learn-stretches-at-your-desk-tickets-474874350967&data=05%7C01%7CNancy.Scarrow%40ufv.ca%7C8dd1e1cca2494eca705e08daf32db192%7Ca3d10b1dc22648f9a6db976df918187e%7C1%7C0%7C638089674861604968%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=oTQkonZTAAjjuo%2BwgXQqM6CN9parKCbEXurrtJvo32M%3D&reserved=0 For more information, contact Nancy Scarrow at nancy.scarrow@ufv.ca 01/26/2023
Socialize with your colleagues and cheer on our Cascades women’s and men’s basketball teams as they take on the University of Saskatchewan. Ten dollars gets you a drink ticket and snacks as usual, but you also get admission to the games and a Cascades souvenir. No RSVP required. Fri, Feb 10 starting at 4 pm … Read more
Change is a fact of life, but letting go of the familiar can be challenging. When individuals understand the need for change, and are resourced to manage it, they can transition with greater ease. Participants in this session will explore strategies, frameworks, self-care tools, and resources to navigate the change process successfully. Date: Wed, Mar … Read more