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Raven-making workshop in the Chilliwack Library — Oct 17

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We’re making 1,000 paper ravens to hang in the CEP atrium outside the library, as a wish for reconciliation. The raven-making workshops are directly tied to the exhibit in the display cabinet outside the Chilliwack library, which has themes of residential schools, reconciliation and hope. Wed, Oct 17 2-3 pm Chilliwack Library For more information, … Read more

TLC Bytes Bistro — choose from menu of knowledge sessions

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UFV Teaching and Learning Centre presents an appetizing way to discover edu-tools for faculty and staff. Order your knowledge sessions from the TLC Bytes Bistro menu. …savor the flavor of learning…the results are golden… freshly baked ideas for your teaching…add some spice to your courses. You can choose how you receive your KNOWLEDGE SESSIONS: presentations … Read more

Career opportunities — Sept 17

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Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Coordinator, Practicum and Internship Assistant, Office of the Vice President External Instructor, Arts and BGS Portfolio Courses Coordinator, Nursing Laboratory https://ufv.ca/careers/ For more information, contact Mark Pearson at mark.pearson@ufv.ca 09/20/2018

Bookstore customer appreciation event — Sept 25

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Join us for our 7th annual customer appreciation event! Our sale starts at 8 am at UFV Abbotsford and Chilliwack Bookstore. Customers can take 30% off their clothing, accessory, or supply purchase! Drop by UFV Abbotsford Bookstore throughout the day to listen to CIVL Radio, broadcasting on-site and visit with the Monster Energy crew, giving … Read more

Facilitating Learning Online (FLO) — Nov 13-Dec 10

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Join us for the Facilitating Learning Online (FLO), facilitated by Michelle Johnson FLO Online Schedule – Nov 13–Dec 10, 2018 FLO is a four-week online asynchronous course with scheduled synchronous sessions. The course is designed for UFV faculty who wish to improve or have little online teaching or online learning experience. The course covers four … Read more

WHMIS course available for all UFV employees and students

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A free WHMIS course is available to all UFV employees and students through Blackboard. Instructions on how to access the course are available at: https://www.ufv.ca/hsw/whmis/ Participants will need to self enroll for the course by logging into Blackboard with their employee/student number and myUFV password. Any questions/inquiries can be sent to: ohs@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/hsw/whmis/ For more … Read more

Upcoming Learning & Development workshops — Fall 2018

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Human Resources is committed to supporting your personal, academic, and professional growth. Below is a list of upcoming learning, development, and wellness workshops available (at no charge) for UFV employees. For registration information and more details, please visit ufv.ca/hr/learning–development. Wed, Oct 3 — Digital Minute Taking Wed, Oct 17 — Professional Communication in the Workplace … Read more

Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW) — Nov 26-30

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The Facilitator Development Workshop is designed primarily for individuals who will be conducting the Instructional Skills Workshop at an institution. It is recommended that individuals participate in an ISW prior to applying for the FDW. The FDW provides individuals with an opportunity for professional development in a challenging and supportive atmosphere and provides connections to … Read more

Career opportunities — Sept 10

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Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: • 2018.185 – Janitors, Auxiliary • 2018.186  – Student Recruiter 09/06/2018 – 09/13/2018 – https://ufv.ca/careers/ For more information, contact Mark Pearson at mark.pearson@ufv.ca 09/13/2018

Tips on applying for grad school scholarships — Sept 26

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Apply for a scholarship for Graduate School The research office is hosting a workshop for students who plan to apply for NSERC, SSHRC & CIHR scholarships for graduate school. Brad Whittaker, Director of Research Services, will give a presentation, go through an application step by step, and answer any questions. Wed, Sept 26 Abby A203b … Read more

UFV-SUS Food Bank now open

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The UFV-SUS Food Bank addresses food insecurity amongst members of our UFV community by providing nutritious food and promoting healthy eating, in an accessible, inclusive, respectful and sustainable manner. We serve all registered UFV students and their families through a partnership program between Student Life and the UFV Student Union Society. UFV students, staff, and … Read more

Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) — Oct 15-18

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The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is offered to a group of four to six colleagues and is designed to enhance the teaching effectiveness of both new and experienced educators. During the 3 ½ day workshop, participants design and conduct three “mini-lessons” and receive verbal, written and video feedback from the other participants who have been … Read more