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Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day with us at Trinjan Mela for an afternoon of folk music, poetry, dance and storytelling that centers South Asian women’s voices and experiences. The stage will come alive with melodies of traditional folk songs, the grace of folk dances like bhangra, the raw emotion of poetry and the … Read more
Redefining leadership: Lessons from the film Prime Minister Fri, March 6 at 4:30 pm B101, Abbotsford campus Leadership does not emerge fully formed. It is shaped by experience, values, and responsibility. Like paper boats, leaders are folded through moments of pressure and care, gaining strength as they learn to navigate uncertain waters. In recognition of … Read more
SkilledTradesBC is funding a special Women in Trades – Explore Trades Sampler program at the University of the Fraser Valley! This hands-on program is designed exclusively for women (cis- and trans-gender) aged 15+ who are interested in exploring careers in the skilled trades. March 23–June 12, 2026 Monday–Friday | 9 am–3 pm In-person at UFV … Read more
Our changing climate has an impact on your physical, mental, social and spiritual health. Dr. Leah Douglas will discuss how to build personal and community mental health resiliencies. Dr. Kristine Lawson will share what she’s learned from working across and between cultures with very different knowledge about relationships between people, the land, and our health. … Read more
On September 16, 2025, and after nearly two years, the United Nations’ Independent International Commission determined that the Israeli government is committing a genocide of Palestinians in Gaza. This genocide has been supported and funded by the Trump administration, whose fascist policies increasingly exclude, target, and enact violence upon racialized and gendered bodies, as well … Read more
Join us to listen to the presentation of the annual consolidated draft budget recommendation by Nicole Adams, CFO, and Mark Brosinki, Director of Budgets and Resource Planning. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A period, where panelists from the Senior Resource Allocation Committee (SRAC) will be available to address your questions. Thurs, March 5 … Read more
Changemaking in Complex Times: Why Global Engagement Matters Join Dr. James Mandigo for a compelling edition of the President’s Leadership Lecture Series, featuring a keynote address from the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State for International Development and Member of Parliament for Surrey Centre. Together, they will explore what it means to lead, collaborate, and … Read more
Pop-Up Stories: Black History Month offers a lively, interactive storytelling experience where you can learn why we celebrate Black History Month and connect with powerful stories that matter. Join us: – Wed, February 18, 2-3:30 pm, Abbotsford, Building G, Library Rotunda – Fri, Feb 20, 10-11:30 am, Abbotsford, Building S, room 1111 (SWEL) – Mon, … Read more
Expressions of interests are currently being accepted from faculty and staff to serve on the standing committees of Senate, for terms beginning August 1, 2026-July 31, 2028. If you are interested in filling a vacancy, please follow this link https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/get-involved/standing-committee-vacancies/ and hit the Apply button at the bottom of the page. If you know others who would make a … Read more
Food is a central component of communities around the globe. This event embodies regenerative sustainability by promoting social regeneration — restoring dignity, agency, and belonging around food. Learn how to cook a simple meal with community in this cooking class that fosters inclusion, well-being, and belonging. Event is taking place on the Abbotsford campus, room … Read more
UFV is piloting a new AI powered chatbot called Fraser to help students and employees quickly find answers to common IT questions. Fraser can assist with: Password and login issues Wi-Fi and device connectivity Brightspace and learning technology support How to contact IT Services or submit a ticket. Designed to be fast, accessible, and easy … Read more
Ever wondered what healthy relationships look like? Join this workshop hosted by Student Wellness facilitated by with counsellor Danica Elliot from SARA for Women to learn how to spot red and green flags, set boundaries, communicate clearly, and build respectful relationships. Practical, honest, and judgment-free. Whether you’re navigating friendships, dating, in a long-term relationship, or … Read more
The School of Social Justice and Global Stewardship/ GDS program invites students, faculty, and community members to a public talk by Dr. Ajay Parasram, Associate Professor of International Development Studies and History at Dalhousie University. In his lecture, “Another ‘Walt’ is Possible: Pluriversal Sovereignty, Imperial Political Economy, and Decolonial Development,” Dr. Parasram draws on his … Read more
Student Research Day is returning April 1, 2026! Each year toward the end of Winter semester, UFV students are invited to design and submit a research poster and/or a two-minute microlecture for UFV Student Research Day. The purpose? To share the current state of their faculty-supervised research with a diverse audience of UFV academics, students, … Read more
Commercialization Training for Indigenous Technology Entrepreneurs is a four-day, in-person workshop delivered by the Esposito Family Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship EFCIE in partnership with Stó:lō Community Futures supported by the National invention to Innovation (i2I) Network. Participants will learn how to evaluate product-market fit, analyze competitors and regulatory environments, explore business models and revenue … Read more