Environment and Planning Networking Event — Jan 29

Connect with other UFV alumni and current students working in or working towards careers in environmental practice and planning. The event kicks off with a panel discussion on transitioning from school to the workplace at 1 pm, followed by opportunities to network with others in a supportive, professional atmosphere. Event is free and open to … Read more

Co-operative Education information session — Jan 15

Co-operative Education Information Session Explore your career options. Come to an information session to learn more! Information Session: Wednesday Jan. 15, 2020 2:30-3:30 PM Abby B121 Abbotsford Campus Thursday Jan. 16, 2020 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Abby B121 Abbotsford Campus For more information and to apply on line visit ufv.ca/coop Application Deadline: Jan. 27, 2020 http://www.ufv.ca/coop … Read more

Unmooring the Komagata Maru book launch — Jan 14

You are invited to the book launch for Unmooring the Komagata Maru, which is co-edited by Dr. Satwinder Kaur Bains. Unmooring the Komagata Maru challenges conventional Canadian historical accounts of the incident by drawing from multiple disciplines and fields to consider the international and colonial dimensions within the context of political resistance, migration cultural memory, … Read more

Faculty of Science Dean’s Seminar Series with Dr. Adam Ruben — Feb 11

Tues, Feb 11 3-4:15 pm Abby B101 Public Perception of Science: Lessons from a Dead Sheep. Please join the Faculty of Science in welcoming TV Host, writer, comedian, and molecular biologist, Dr. Adam Ruben, for an entertaining examination of the public’s perception of science. In February 1997, Dr. Ian Wilmut announced that he had cloned … Read more

College Pension Plan — access your account online

Get to know your pension. As a member of the College Pension Plan, you are eligible for a lifetime monthly pension when you retire. Every year, by the end of February, you receive your Member’s Benefit Statement, an annual statement showing useful information about your pension. After you’ve reviewed your Member’s Benefit Statement, sign in … Read more

Haq and History –exhibition (Jan 15-Feb 13) and opening event (Jan 15)

Haq and History exhibition Everyone is welcome to the opening reception of the ‘Haq and History’ exhibit at the UFV S’eliyemetaxwtexw Gallery. Wed, Jan 15 4:30–6:30 pm. This exhibit is curated and designed by the Royal BC Museum in partnership with the South Asian Studies Institute at UFV. Haq and History gives visitors a chance … Read more

Career opportunities — Jan 6

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Strategist, Digital Marketing and Engagement Assistant, Document Intake To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, go to: https://www.ufv.ca/careers/job-postings/ https://www.ufv.ca/careers/job-postings/ For more information, contact Neena Buttar at hrinfo@ufv.ca 01/03/2020

6th pARTicipate poster competition — deadline Feb 14

CALL FOR POSTER SUBMISSIONS Design a poster for the 6th pARTicipate poster competition, hosted by UFV SoCA and UFV GDD. This year’s theme is Save the Earth! The submission deadline is Fri, Feb 14. Prizes will be awarded to the winners, and select posters will be exhibited in the S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery from February 26–March … Read more

Changes to Kanopy streaming video service

Kanopy is a streaming video collection with a mix of movie, documentary and educational titles. Once a title has been viewed 4 times, it triggers a one year lease for $150. Starting in January 2020, the UFV Library has curated our collection to a narrower group of titles. Kanopy streaming videos will be available to … Read more

Nominations for Professor and Librarian Emeritus

Deadline: Emeritus recommendations must be submitted to the appropriate Dean or University Librarian by February 14, 2020. UFV grants the honourable designations of Professor and Librarian Emeritus in recognition of long service and contributions to the institution. How does someone earn emeritus status? The designation of “Professor Emeritus” or “Librarian Emeritus” may be awarded by … Read more

Learning and Development Series — Winter 2020 Workshops

Design-Thinking Innovation In this interactive, hands-on workshop you will experience “innovation in action” as you learn the principles of design-thinking innovation and explore how this tool can be used to foster creative, collaborative culture in your areas. You will also learn about the conditions that create environments for you and your teams to nurture and … Read more

UFV Arts practicum opportunities — apply by Jan 10

WANTED! By Jan 10, 2020: Seeking students for a variety for practicum positions for (1) Stave Lake Interpretive Panel Project, (2) Abbotsford Youth Commission, (3) Fraser Health in Partnership with the Cities Fit for Children Committee, (4) Fraser Health and the New Matrix Meal Plan, (5) Chilliwack Healthier Communities, (6) Archway Community Services, (7) UFV … Read more

Dog Sees God by Bert V. Royal — Jan 22 and 23

Dog Sees God by Bert V. Royal Directed by Luke Stevens UFV Theatre student pop-up performances. Performance dates and times: Wed, January 22 at 6 pm Thurs, January 23 at 6 pm Reserve seats by contacting the box office at theatre@ufv.ca or phone 604-795-2814 with your name, number of seat reservations required and performance. For … Read more