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Send your kid to university this summer! Designed especially for Grades 4, 5, and 6 (campers going into Grade 4 or 7 are eligible), UFV’s Science Rocks! camps are fun and an awesome learning opportunity for your kids. Each camp week is different! Kids get to learn something new, see real science labs, play outside, … Read more
2017 grads – book photo sessions now! Artona Group, UFV’s official graduation photographer, will be on Abbotsford campus in May for graduate portrait sessions. May 11-18 – Abbotsford campus Building B, Room 121 It is recommended that grads book their session now as appointments fill up quickly. To view availability of sessions and to book … Read more
Do you know an outstanding alumni of UFV? Established in 2003, the UFV Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes the accomplishments of our amazing alumni. The traditional Distinguished Alumni Award is conferred upon a graduate of the institution who has achieved outstanding distinction in career, educational achievement, or community service. In 2012 the Young Distinguished Alumni Award … Read more
The Financial Aid and Awards office is looking for adjudicators for the UFV Leadership Awards. The time commitment is roughly 8 to 10 hours to review and initially score the applications which is then followed by a two-to-four hour adjudication meeting held on Wed, June 14 at 9:30 a.m. If you are able to participate … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Department Assistant, Mathematics & Statistics Laboratory Technician, Chemistry Project Lead, Cataloguing Administrative Assistant, Associate Dean, Faculty of Applied & Technical Studies Analyst, IT Support To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, … Read more
Develop and enhance your administrative skills! Gain the building blocks to manage your career successfully and prepare to take the next step. This conference is perfect for administrative assistants in any field, including health, law, education, business, and more. We have a great line-up of sessions to help you enhance and grow your skill set … Read more
Register for Professional Development Day Eric Davis, Provost and Vice-President Academic, invites faculty, staff, and administrators to a day of professional development to connect with colleagues, learn tools, tips, and trends in higher education, and grow UFV towards the future together. May 2, 2017 | 8:30 am – 4 pm Abbotsford (King Road) campus: Building S, … Read more
This course introduces students to storytelling through the exploration of multi-faceted forms of orality, community, (auto)biography and performance. Students will learn and explore protocols, creative processes, and storytelling techniquies including Sto:lo and Salish narratives. Students will have the opportunity to create and perform their own stories. THEATRE 250 — Intro to Storytelling May – June, … Read more
Adult Basic Education Association of British Columbia Annual Conference in Harrison Hot Springs April 27 & 28 Interested in presenting at the conference? INVITATION: Practitioners, researchers, and interested others are invited to submit proposals for 90-minute presentations applicable to ABE and ESL learning/teaching that reflect our Conference theme in the following areas: • Innovative teaching … Read more
If you are thinking about a teaching career either as an elementary/middle or secondary school teacher, then you are invited to attend the upcoming information seminars. There will be opportunities to explore reasons to become a teacher and hear about the expectations of teachers in today’s classroom. As there are multiple pathways leading to a … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Biology Sessional Faculty Instructor, Graphic & Digital Design Advisor, Health, Safety & Wellness Instructor, Psychology Instructor, Communications Instructor, Criminology Instructor, Chemistry Database Specialist To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, go … Read more
Building Resilience Tues, April 11 1-2 pm Abby A203b Research shows that individuals can improve how well they adapt to challenges and adversity. This session will help break negative thought patterns and offer healthier ways of thinking and behaving. Participants will be introduced to a variety of effective, practical tools to improve physical health, respect … Read more
Preparation is underway for this year’s New Student Orientation (NSO) events. NSO is an opportunity for new students to connect with UFV by getting to know key people, gaining informative resources and meeting other UFV students. NSO is divided into two parts with Part 1 Start Your Journey happening in May and Part 2 Survival … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Instructor, Teacher Education Instructor, Mathematics & Statistics (x2) To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, go to: ufv.ca/careers. For more information, contact Tara Rozenek at tara.rozenek@ufv.ca 03/24/2017
As a staff member at UFV you are eligible to utilize $400 of your professional development funds on Continuing Education courses. In today’s workplace digital media and creative practice are more valuable than ever! Gain the skills necessary to succeed in your current role or advance your career with a Centre for Creative Development course. … Read more