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The Faculty of Science and the Centre for Sustainability presents Dr. Lynne Quarmby, professor and chair of the Molecular Biology and Biochemistry department at Simon Fraser University. “Watermelon Snow: Science and Stories” From cell biology and climate science to activism and burnout, this seminar will provide an interdisciplinary look at how we as scientists of … Read more
Over the next month the UFV women’s basketball team is taking online orders for their first spring plant sale. Plants will be delivered May 8 in parking lot 10 (Gym/Student union Building parking lot). Wide array of hanging baskets, vegetables, herbs, succulents, annuals, and much more. Help support UFV WBB this spring with your gardening … Read more
Are you an aspiring writer but have no idea where to start when it comes to the publishing marketplace? Carly Watters, a Senior VP, Senior Literary Agent and Director of Literary Branding at P.S. Literary Agency joins award-winning author Lindsay Wong to discuss and field your questions about the world of publishing in a live … Read more
Artist Talk with Emily Neufeld Thursday, March 18, 2021 10-11 am Everyone is welcome to join. Register on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/artist-talk-with-emily-neufeld-registration-144035962441 About the artist: Emily Neufeld was born and raised in Alberta, but now lives and works on the unceded territory of the Squamish, T’sleil Waututh and Musqueum people in North Vancouver. Her prairie roots run … Read more
New Safewalk signage was recently installed on UFV’s Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses, reminding students, staff, and faculty that UFV’s Security services are always available to provide a safe walking companion. Whether it’s a Safewalk to or from class, a vehicle, or public transit, UFV’s Security Operation Centre is available 24-hours a day at 1-855-239-7654. To … Read more
Youth panelists will speak about how they “choose to challenge” for greater gender equality and social justice. The 2021 International Women’s Day campaign theme is Choose to Challenge, referring to individuals choosing to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality. The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) Global Development Studies program, in partnership with … Read more
The Devised Theatre Showcase is the final project presented by UFV Theatre’s fourth year Devised Theatre class, and is a chance for students to apply everything they have learned in the course. No Strings Attached is a devised theatre project created by six UFV Theatre student devisers. The group has exercised contemporary devising methods in … Read more
Now Hiring SLG Leaders! Are you looking for valuable work experience in your field of study? SLG leaders facilitate weekly study sessions for historically difficult courses. The SLG leader focuses on helping students develop transferable learning skills and strategies, and applies these to the content of the course. Join us on Tuesday, March 30, at … Read more
The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering an ongoing MicroCourse series of workshops (essential Blackboard tools for online courses), with synchronous sessions for each MicroCourse scheduled weekly. Upcoming Schedule: MicroCourse 1 — Course Organization — Tues, Mar 23 at 11 am MicroCourse 2 — Adapting Instruction — Wed, Mar 24 at 1 pm MicroCourse … Read more
Make your online courses more meaningful. Enhance your teaching with ed tech tools from TLC’s top picks inventory. Browse our A-Z listing or find tools based on teaching outcome, popularity, and type of support. Be sure to check back regularly for updates and new apps. Upcoming Schedule: Camtasia Workshop — Wed, Mar 17 (2-3 pm) … Read more
As part of a five-week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the Appropriate Use of Computing and Network Resources (14) policy. Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline 4 pm, Wed Apr 7, 2021. Thank you for your input. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For more information, contact … Read more
The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the following policy that has been recommended to be rescinded: Accounting Procedures and Surplus Distribution, Continuing Studies and Contract Services (122) policy Supporting documents are attached, and are also 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 Thursday, March 25, 2021. … Read more
Join the Race and Anti-Racism Network (RAN) at UFV for its annual event commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. All are invited to join the online panel, Keep on Steppin’: Everyday Activism in the Anti-Racist Movement, on Wed, March 17, 2021 from 2-4pm PST. Register at: http://bit.ly/keep-on-steppin Meet the Panelists: MAUVEY … Read more
The next Senate meeting is scheduled for Friday, March 19, 2021 at 1:30 pm via Zoom. Information regarding Zoom details can be found at https://www.ufv.ca/senate/meeting-schedule/ The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, March 9 at noon. Please email your submissions to UFVSenate@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/senate/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca … Read more
This winter, the Centre for Experiential and Career Education is launching a new tool for UFV faculty, staff and students — the Career Mapping Tool. It is a robust and valuable resource that will help UFV support students as they identify and create plans for their future careers. https://www.ufv.ca/bto/bto-projects/career-mapping-project/ For more information, contact Arfhad Shaikh … Read more