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Grant Workshop: Tips & Tricks for Writing an NSERC Grant Proposal — Sept 9

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Are you a UFV faculty member seeking funding for your natural sciences or engineering research? Learn tips and tricks for writing a successful NSERC grant proposal by attending our online Grant Writing workshop: Wed, Sept 9 10–11:30 am Bluejeans video app Hosted by Jerri-Lynne Cameron, Director, Research Services and Industry Engagement RSVP: https://ufv-nserc-grant-workshop-2020.eventbrite.com In this … Read more

Research Option & Scholarly Activity (ROSA) workshop — Sept 10

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The UFV Research Office facilitates a yearly workshop for permanent teaching faculty who are interested in applying for either a Research Option or Scholarly Activity (ROSA) release, or a Scholarly Activity Grant. ROSA applications are due October 31 of each year, and this year we have introduced some changes to the application. Ask questions and … Read more

Senate faculty byelection results

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Congratulations to the faculty who were recently acclaimed to their positions on Senate, to fill one-year terms, until July 31, 2021: Faculty of Humanities: Karin Jager, Department Head, Associate Professor — Graphic & Digital Design Faculty of Social Sciences: Christine Elsey, Associate Professor — Social, Cultural & Media Studies Faculty of Science: Afia Raja, Assistant … Read more

Grant Workshop: Developing a Successful SSHRC Insight Grant Proposal — Aug 27

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Are you a social sciences or humanities researcher considering applying to the SSHRC Insight Program? Have a walk through the application process complete with tips and strategies for writing a successful SSHRC Insight Grant proposal by attending our online grant writing workshop: • Thurs, August 27, 2020 • 10–11:30 am • Bluejeans video app • … Read more

UFVAlumni Book Club (online)

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The UFV Alumni Association is excited to announce the launch of the UFV Alumni Book Club. In this virtual community, alumni, faculty and staff will connect with each other to read and discuss books on a range of topics and member suggestions. There is no cost to participate – you only have to obtain a … Read more

Weaving Knowledge Systems — Sept 1-4

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Weaving Knowledge Systems (formerly Indigenizing the Curriculum) is a workshop that provides you with hands-on experience and resources that will bring together Indigenous and Western worldviews based on your subject area. This workshop is designed for those who have previously completed a course/workshop on Decolonization and Reconciliation. Priority given to those who have completed the … Read more

UFV Library Select & Collect Service

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Although UFV Libraries in Abbotsford & Chilliwack remain closed due to COVID-19, the Library is offering Select & Collect, a curbside-like pickup service for students, employees, and alumni. Initially this service will only be available at the Abbotsford campus library, four days/week, Monday-Thursday, 12-4 pm (excluding holidays). To start, books from the Abbotsford campus library, … Read more

Faculty Sabbatical Leave Workshop Aug 26

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Are you a UFV faculty member interested in applying for a 2021-2022 sabbatical leave? Ask questions and receive feedback before submitting your application by attending our online Sabbatical Leave Workshop: • Wednesday, August 26, 2020 • 10 – 11:30am • Bluejeans video conferencing app • Facilitated by Dr. Garry Fehr, AVP, Research, Engagement, and Graduate … Read more

Weaving Knowledge Systems

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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. This workshop is designed for those who have previously completed a course/workshop on Decolonization and Reconciliation. Priority given to those who have completed … Read more

Educators Journey Towards Reconciliation

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During our time together, we will go through a journey to discover challenges and best practices in decolonizing the classroom, and our education practice. You must complete this workshop before taking the Working Knowledge Systems workshop. August 25 – 28, 2020 Online Synchronous Sessions 10-11am & 3-4pm Facilitator: Lorna Andrews, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Indigenization … Read more

MicroCourse 4 – Create a Compelling Discussion Forum

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MicroCourse 4 – Online Teaching Fundamentals – Discussion Forum. This MicroCourse will cover Student led discussions, self and peer assessment, grading and assessing student activity Date(s): Tuesday, August 11 from 11am – 12pm Facilitator: Ken Harmel, Learning Designer These series of MicroCourses will introduce the essential Blackboard tools, but the primary objective of these MicroCourses … Read more