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

Building Trust Across Cultures — Sept 29

Trusting relationships are at the foundation of inclusivity. In professional settings, the actions and experiences that establish trust can differ across individuals and cultures. In this workshop, we will: • discuss why taking time for trust-building is vital in multicultural interactions and teams. • define different orientations to trust-building and locate our own orientation. • … Read more

Policy Revision: Grading System (101) policy

As part of a six-week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the revisions to the Grading System (101) policy, Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline 4 pm Wed, Oct 4, 2023. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 10/05/2023

Policy workshop

This workshop is geared towards those at UFV who are involved in researching, writing, revising, or supervising policy work. The workshop will be held later in the fall. Please contact UFVSecretariat@ufv.ca if you are interested in attending. For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 09/16/2023