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Climate change and global warming are now being discussed in the media almost daily. However a good half of the population still is uninformed or misinformed about it. This presentation will give a brief summary of the science, followed by a short discussion of relevant economics and technologies. Physics professor Tim Cooper will be presenting … Read more
This is an information meeting to learn more about the upcoming Art History/Visual Arts Study Tour to Prague, taking place from April 27-May 8, 2019. Wed, Nov 8 4:30-5:30 pm Abby C1422 For more information, contact Leanne Woelke at leannewoelke@ufv.ca 11/09/2018
The 2018 Politics of Multiculturalism class (Posc 332) invites you to attend the opening of their annual Reflections of Multiculturalism and Diversity Photo Voice Exhibit featuring student images and experiences of multiculturalism. The opening takes place from 2:30–4:30 pm on Tues, Nov, 6 in the Global Lounge (B223). The opening will offer light refreshments and … Read more
Please join us for the Facilitating Learning Online (FLO), facilitated by Michelle Johnson, Leonne Beebe and Ken Harmel. FLO Online schedule – November 13 to December 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 … Read more
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
UFV Sustainable Transportation Survey The purpose of this survey is to determine the best way to increase transportation sustainability at the University of the Fraser Valley. Our hope is to determine new and improved options for commuting to and from the Abbotsford UFV campus and to lower carbon emissions, reduce travel expenses, and alleviate stress … Read more
Join St. John Ambulance dogs Red, Taylah, Nacho, Taz, Daisy and Lucky in the Chilliwack campus library on Wed, Nov 7, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Cookies and hot chocolate included in this free event. Wed, Nov 7 11:30 am-1:30 pm Chilliwack campus library https://ufvlibrary.blogspot.com/ For more information, contact Lisa Morry at lisa.morry@ufv.ca 11/07/2018
Sat, Dec 1 5:30 pm-1 am Evered Hall, SUB Abbotsford Campus http://www.ufv-fsa.ca For more information, contact Tanja Rourke at tanja.rourke@ufv.ca 11/24/2018
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Instructor, College of Arts Administrative Assistant, Academic Success Centre Project Manager (Exterior Building Envelope Remediation Project) Assistant Professor, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2 positions) Teaching and Learning Specialist (Indigenization Specialty) https://ufv.ca/careers/ For more information, contact Kulvinder … Read more
The Municipal Pension Plan is presenting “Approaching Retirement” workshops in Chilliwack and Abbotsford in November. Staff enrolled in the MPP can register for a workshop online here. Wed, Nov 21 Chilliwack SureStay Hotel by Best Western 6-8 pm Tues, Nov 27 Abbotsford Best Western Plus Regency Inn & Conference Centre 6-8 pm https://www.pensionsbc.ca/portal/page/portal/client_education_registration_system/event_schedules/mpp_seminar_schedule/ For … Read more
The prevailing statistics on cheating are disheartening. Some put the rate at 75%. That means three out of every four students admit to some kind of academic dishonesty at some point during their higher education. We all know that this is not a new phenomenon. Cheating is as old as higher education itself. Older, really, … Read more
Kerry is a UFV student in the Métis Community Support Worker program, on her way to starting a new career. While attending UFV Kerry has realized how fortunate we are to be attending university in such beautiful surroundings, with a deep connection to the Stō:lō Nation. She wants to share her experience with others. “This … Read more
The traditional culture of our Métis ancestors, shaped by nature, still exert strong influence on generations today, from spirituality to political attitudes. There is an undeniable relationship between Métis culture and the way history, traditional knowledge systems, healing practices, values and norms and political and legal customs are interpreted. This relationship governs the way people … Read more
UFV’s South Asian Studies Institute recently received a BC Museums Association (BCMA) Award for Excellence in Community Engagement for their work along with the Royal BC Museum on the Punjabi Canadian Legacy Project. This project was featured in the 2018 edition of Skookum magazine: https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2018/07/punjabi-canadian-legacy-project-travels-to-tell-untold-stories/ For more information, contact Tracy Morrison at tracy.morrison@ufv.ca 11/30/2018
Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Mentorship UFV’s new two-year, part-time Master of Education degree is designed to equip certified K-12 educators who want to assume a leadership role in their schools or districts. The only one of its kind in Canada, the degree is crafted to respond to current trends, reforms, and innovations in … Read more