Artist talk with Simranpreet Anand & Connor Singh Vanderbeek — March 29

ਸ਼ੀਸ਼ੇ ‘ਚ ਤਰੇੜ | sheeshe ‘ch thareṛ | a crack in the mirror Artist talk with Simranpreet Anand and Conner Singh VanderBeek Guest curated by Sajdeep Soomal The UFV School of Creative Arts and The Reach Gallery Museum are thrilled to announce a talk with artists Simranpreet Anand and Conner Singh VanderBeek, and curator Sajdeep … Read more

7th biannual pARTicipate poster competition — deadline Mar 7

CALL for ENTRIES 7th Biannual pARTicipate Poster Competition 2021-2022 It’s Possible! Organizers The School of Creative Arts (SoCA), under the umbrella of the College of Arts at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV), Abbotsford BC, Canada. Participants and Awards All current UFV students are invited to design and submit original posters to the 7th … Read more

An alternative business model for social innovation in the Fraser Valley

Abstract: The literature dealing with business models has considerably grown; however, most research takes place in large for-profit organisations in western settings, rather than small–medium enterprises (SMEs) with social goals. This presentation will illustrate an alternative way of thinking about business models for SMEs by integrating social innovation into its societal fabric. The talk will … Read more

March for Sustainability

UFV’s School of Land Use and Environmental Change and the Office of Sustainability are very excited to advertise our March for Sustainability events: Wed, March 2 — Pollinator garden education (Abbotsford and Chilliwack) Wed, March 9 — Clothing exchange and repair fair (Abbotsford) Wed. March 16 — Early Earth Day (Abbotsford) Wed, March 23 — … Read more

Accessibility Awareness Event — May 19, 2022

To promote and raise awareness of the Global Accessibility Awareness Day, May 19,2022, the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC), and the Centre for Accessibility Services (CAS) are hosting an online event featuring keynote presenters, workshops, and other relevant sessions to showcase and learn about accessibility. More event information to come! http://events.ufv.ca/tlc/events/accessibility-awareness-event-may-19-2022/ For more information, contact … Read more

Learning and Engaging with the Community Intergenerational Programs: Pairing Spanish & English Foreign Languages Learners

The proposed Intergenerational Community-Engaged Language and Cultural Programs implicitly recognize that all language learners have something to offer with respect to teaching; that is, their native language and culture. Conversing with a native speaker in one’s target language can be an awkward and tiring experience for many. Some language learners may feel embarrassed because of … Read more

Game Jam — Feb 22

Collaborate and make a game! Guest speakers in writing and game design, with prizes funded from IEEE Vancouver Joint Computing Chapter awarded by judging from UFV faculty at the end of the day. RSVP by email to Russell.Campbell@ufv.ca Tues, Feb 22 9 am-6 pm Virtual   For more information, contact Russell Campbell at Russell.Campbell@ufv.ca 02/22/2022

UFV alumni artists: submit your artwork to the wine label contest!

The Alumni Wine program is celebrating its 19th year of success. Each year, the UFV Alumni Association highlights two wines in partnership with Chaberton Estate Winery. The program showcases Chaberton wines, a local Fraser Valley winery, and proceeds of purchased wine supports bursaries that benefit UFV students. The call for submissions is now open. The … Read more

Politalk Rountable Series: Canada’s Emergencies Act — Feb 18

Canada’s Emergencies Act Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, for the first time, invoked the Emergencies Act on February 14, 2022, to clear protesters who are occupying critical infrastructure of the Canadian state. This is an unprecedented exercise of state power since the Emergency Act was passed in 1988. Join UFV experts as they discuss the implications … Read more

Open Education Micro-Grant program — second call for proposals

The UFV Library and Teaching and Learning Centre are pleased to announce a second Call for Proposals for the Open Education Micro Grant (OEMG) program. This program, funded by UFV’s Strategic Initiatives Fund, provides faculty with the funds to hire an Open Education Student Assistant to help with the development or modification of open educational … Read more