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Welcome to TEDxAbbotsford 2023: Sandbox, where creativity, collaboration, and fearless experimentation take center stage. In a sandbox, both in childhood play and the tech world, we learn to test ideas, make adjustments, and innovate without fear of failure. This year, we’re bringing that sandbox ethos to life through a series of carefully curated talks. Our … Read more
Hosted by Ash Lalani, Director of Research Services and Industry Engagement. The objective of the Canada Graduate Scholarships — Master’s (CGS M) program is to help develop research skills and assist in the training of highly qualified personnel by supporting students who demonstrate a high standard of achievement in undergraduate and early graduate studies. The … Read more
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
Come get creative and paint a tote bag in the Student Experience Lounge. 1-3 pm Student Experience Lounge (S1111) For more information, contact Ava Kauppi at ava.kauppi@ufv.ca 10/06/2023
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
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
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
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
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Hosted by our Co-op coordinators, the session will include the details, benefits, program requirements and how to apply to the Co-op program. There will be an opportunity for Q&A during the session. MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Wednesday, September 13 | 2 pm Tuesday, … Read more
The UFV Student Union Society is hosting its third annual Kickback on September 21 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. It’s an event you won’t want to miss! They have a lot planned for a fun day out, including food trucks, a free beer garden, a live DJ, and many engaging activities. Join the party and … Read more
You are invited to a fall/late summer work party and tea in the Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden, Chilliwack campus, east side of building A, in the garden and courtyard between Kinesiology and the Indigenous Student Centre. Fri, September 15, 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Drop by for a short time, or stay as long as you like! Please … Read more
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
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
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
Welcome to your Orientation Scavenger Hunt! Speed matters! There are prizes for the top 10 students who complete the scavenger hunt the fastest on Sept 5! Quantity matters! The Scavenger Hunt will continue during the first week of classes until Sept 12 at 4 pm. After that, we will randomly draw names and if you … Read more