Policy Consultation: Signing Authority (200) revision

The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the following policy that has been recently revised. Supporting are available at https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ If you have any feedback, please submit your comments to Policyconsult@ufv.ca by March 16, 2020. For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 03/16/2020

Weaving Knowledge Systems — May 28 & 29 (formerly Indigenizing the Curriculum)

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

Career opportunities — March 2

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Manager, Donor Relations Executive Assistant, Office of the Vice Provost & Associate Vice President, Academic Instructors, Biology Instructor, Chemistry Manager, Network Services Strategist, Marketing Manager, Cloud, Servers & Storage Officer, Advancement Operations Strategist, Web Content Digital Analyst, … Read more

UFV trades and tech at Fraser Valley Women’s Expo

UFV’s Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies will be presenting interactive displays at the Fraser Valley Women’s Expo Feb 28-Mar 1 Join us for interactive displays (paint simulator, welding simulator, Binary Code Game, Robotic Arm, and Culinary Skills Demo showcasing how to make a French Omelette with Chef Sian Hurley). When: Fri, Feb 28, 4–9 … Read more

Cannabis in Canada: Is the Grass Greener? — April 6

The Faculty of Health Sciences Dean’s Speaker Series presents Dr. Lynda Balneaves. Her topic will be Cannabis in Canada: Is the Grass Greener? Come listen to Dr. Balneaves as she discusses an overview of cannabis legalization, the current state of medical cannabis, and how legalization affects health care professionals. Refreshments will be provided. Mon, April … Read more

Supported Learning Group information session for potential leaders — April 1

Now Hiring: Supported Learning Group leaders Are you looking for valuable work experience in your field of study? Put your classroom knowledge to work and become and SLG leader! SLG leader information session: Wed, April 1, 2:30-4 pm Abby B121 Contact Navneet.Sidhu@ufv.ca or stop by the SLG Centre (C1007) to reserve your spot. If you … Read more

Commuter Alert — March 2020

Some events at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre to be aware of, as they affect traffic and parking congestion on and around campus. •  Sat, March 7:  Brad Paisley Concert — 7:30 pm •  Sat, March 14:  Gnarley Barley Brew Festival — 7 pm • Sat, March 21:  Mini Pop Kids — 3 pm … Read more

International Women’s Day Film Screening: Because We Are Girls — March 6

Friday, March 6, 2020 Screenings at 10 am and 11:30 am In celebration of International Women’s Day, please join us for a showing of the film Because We Are Girls. Because We Are Girls tells the story of a conservative Indo-Canadian family in small-town British Columbia that must come to terms with a devastating secret: … Read more

Career opportunities — Feb 24

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Assistant, Director of the School of Business Advisor, School of Business Auxiliary, Exam Invigilators Janitor Coordinator, International Mobility (Outbound) Assistant, Enrolment Services School Assistant, School of Creative Arts Department Assistant, English Production Assistant, Marketing International Student Relations … Read more

Record Steward Introductory Sessions — please RSVP

Record stewards are invited to take part in UFV’s records and information management training session. Further to the previous communication regarding UFV’s records and information management (RIM) program, the inaugural meeting of record stewards will kick off the project implementation phase. Thank you for supporting UFV’s RIM program. As a record steward, you will act … Read more

International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination — Sonja Williams — March 16

Please join UFV President Joanne MacLean as we welcome guest speaker Sonja D. Williams as part of a week of events for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Throughout her professional career, Sonja D. Williams has served as an educator as well as a multi-award-winning writer and producer of features and documentaries … Read more

Sip & Learn: Planetary Health — April 9

This event is hosted by the Student Nurses for Global Citizens at the UFV Chilliwack campus in the gathering place. The intention of this evening is to provoke and facilitate discussion around pertinent planetary and global health topics. Join us from 6-6:30pm for refreshments and networking, and stay from 6:30-8 pm to engage in thoughtful … Read more

Indian Cinema and Shakespeare — March 4, 11, and 18

Ehsaas Film Festival: Shakespeare and Indian Cinema Come join us for this free event (three films over three weeks) which brings together Indian Cinema and Shakespeare. After each film screening join UFV faculty, who will be providing context and conversation. FILMS: Maqbool (adaptation of Macbeth) on March 4, 2020 Haider (adaptation of Hamlet) on March … Read more