New online courses from Safety & Security

UFV’s Safety & Security team is working hard to improve the availability of safety and emergency preparedness information for staff and students. Over the summer the team has developed a series of online courses available through UFV myClass. The courses are aimed at increasing the awareness of staff and students of important information that will … Read more

Elmer DIxon: From Revolutionary to Multiculturalist — Sept 27

Guest Lecture ELMER DIXON: FROM REVOLUTIONARY TO MULTICULTURALIST Wed, Sept 27 1-2 pm Abby B1o1 (lecture theatre) Everyone is welcome to attend this free event Elmer Dixon is a long-time activist involved in social change since the Black Power Movement of the 1960s. After meeting Bobby Seale, co-founder of the Black Panther Party for Self … Read more

Chowiyes-Xwithet/Rise Up-Wake Up Gathering — Sept 28

The University of the Fraser Valley  in partnership with Éy St’elmexw St’elt’ílém/Good Medicine Songs (GMS), is hosting the Chowiyes-Xwithet/Rise Up-Wake Up! gathering on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, from 11:30 am–2:30 pm at the University of the Fraser Valley Gathering Place located at 45190 Caen Ave., Chilliwack, B.C. The gathering is free to attend, but in … Read more

Human Research Ethics Board call for members

The UFV Human Research Ethics Board (HREB) invites applications from the broad university community for the following members as per Basic Research Ethics Board Membership Requirements in the Tri-Council Policy Statement (currently TCPS 2 2022): https://ethics.gc.ca/eng/tcps2-eptc2_2022_chapter6-chapitre6.html#a One three-year renewable term (Oct 1, 2023 – Sept 30, 2026) for an HREB member with expertise in relevant … Read more

Policy Consultation — Sustainability Policy

As part of a three -week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the new Sustainability policy. Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline 4 pm Wednesday, Sept 27, 2023. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 09/27/2023

Future of Cities: Role of the United Nations — Sept 11

We are excited to extend a formal invitation to you for an upcoming event that holds immense significance in shaping the discourse around urban planning and development – “Future of Cities: Role of the United Nations and Youth.” This event is hosted by the University of the Fraser Valley with community engagement funding through #QEScholars … Read more

Stetis imexstowx (Walk Beside Us) — Sept 30

Abbotsford community partners collaborate to present commemorative event in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Sat, Sept 30, 2023 10 am–2 pm Location: Civic Plaza/Thunderbird Square, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC (Activities will take place in a number of buildings in the Civic Plaza as well as around Thunderbird Square) We invite … Read more

UFV Cascades men’s and women’s soccer doubleheader in Chilliwack

The UFV Cascades soccer teams host their first home games on Fri, Sept 22  at Stitó:s Lá:lém Totí:lt Elementary/Middle School in Chilliwack. Come out and cheer on your Cascades as women’s soccer takes on the University of Saskatchewan at 6 pm, and men’s soccer battles with the University of Lethbridge at 8 pm. Learn more … Read more

Course (Re) Design Intensive — Fall 2023 offering

Following successful offerings of the CRDI workshop in short two-week timeframes, the Course (Re)Design Intensive has been reimagined to be offered throughout the Fall 2023 semester. If you are a UFV faculty member designing a new course or are redesigning a course for its six-year UEC review? Then this professional learning opportunity is designed for … Read more

UFV introduces upgraded Student Wellness department

Announcing UFV’s newly refreshed Student Wellness department! We’re excited to share this update with the UFV community. The Student Wellness team is committed to enhancing the well-being of UFV students. This department provides a supportive, inclusive, and safe space for all students. Students can check out self-guided wellness resources, events, and supports available online at … Read more