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Shoe donations sought

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UFV Circle K International is partnering with the Soles4Souls initiative to collect UFV students’ and  employees’ new and gently-worn shoes to help individuals start and sustain small businesses to lift themselves out of poverty in countries all over the world. Donated shoes are a viable resource to help entrepreneurs provide crucial necessities for their families. … Read more

Accessibility for All open houses — Nov 21

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UFV’s Accessibility Advisory Committee is asking that each person at the university take the time to participate in British Columbia’s feedback program to inform the new accessibility legislation. The B.C. Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction has announced the preparations for new Accessibility Legislation beginning with a community engagement program which runs until November 29, … Read more

ITS Applications team is on the move

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The IT Services Applications team has recently relocated to Building K (the former Esposito property purchased by UFV). Our growing team is now located in offices K103 and K104 located in the southeast entrance of the building. Our contact information (phone extension and email address) will remain the same. For more information, contact ITS Communications … Read more

Jerzy Grotowski’s Post Modern Masterpiece Akropolis Viewing and Discussion Workshop — Nov 27

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Jerzy Grotowski’s Post Modern Masterpiece Akropolis Viewing and Discussion Workshop Facilitated by UFV faculty member Shelley Liebembuk Wed, Nov 27 5:30–8:30 pm Abby D115 Open to all. Akropolis is one of the canonical performances of the 20th century on an international scale. Legendary theatre artist Jerzy Grotowski developed the acting technique which aims for complete … Read more

UFV Sustainability Case Competition 2020 — Jan 31

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Win big. Get experience. Save the world. Solve a real-world sustainability challenge and present your solutions to a panel of influential business leaders in the community — win $1,000! Register as a team or as an individual (individual registrants will be grouped in teams of 3-4). Fri, Jan 31 8 am-6 pm Abby B101 Registration … Read more

Multicultural Family Fun Night — Nov 22

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  Abbotsford is home to over 5,000 new immigrants. Unfortunately, there are many challenges for these individuals such as learning language, community adaptation, and developing healthy family dynamics. We are a group of community development students from UFV who desire to support these families by hosting a Multicultural Family Fun Night on November 22, 2019 … Read more

Politalk: What Now? A look at Canada after the 2019 election — Nov 1

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Politalk: What Now? Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the outcome of the 2019 Federal Election and what it means for Canadians and the International Community. Panelists include: Jeanette Ashe (Douglas College), Clare McGovern (SFU), Satwinder Bains, Martha Dow, Jessica Price and Tyler Chamberlain Moderator: Duncan Herd, Political Science major Organized by: Fiona MacDonald, … Read more

Move to Abbotsford Building K begins Nov 4

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What is happening? Ten classrooms, two drop-in student labs, and one meeting room are moving into Abbotsford’s renovated Building K (formerly Finnegan’s Pub) from Building A. When? Monday, Nov 4 Why? This is the next scheduled step as UFV’s Building Renewal Project improves the appearance and lifespan of buildings A-East and D. What do I … Read more

Career Opportunities — Nov 4

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Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Assistant, CFO and VP Administration Sessional Faculty Instructor, Theatre School Assistant, School of Land Use and Environmental Change Material Handler Digital Analyst, Marketing Specialist, Teaching and Learning Auxiliary, Exam Invigilators Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice (3 … Read more

Renting it Right

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Tenancy Workshop for all current UFV Students presented by TRAC (Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre). Topics include: • How to protect yourself • Your Rights and Responsibilities • Dealing with roommates/co-tenants disagreement • Common safety things to look for • Repairs & Evictions, etc. For more information, contact Adrian Bontuyan at adrian.bontuyan@ufv.ca 10/13/2019

UFV School of Creative Arts (SoCA) Townhall Meeting — Nov 7

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UFV School of Creative Arts (SoCA) Townhall Meeting Thurs, Nov 7 2 pm Abby D115 Question and answer session with Heather Davis-Fisch, SoCA director. SoCA students will have the opportunity to learn more about the School of Creative Arts, ask questions and receive information during a free pizza lunch. The townhall will be led by … Read more