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See info from SWHS blog http://blogs.ufv.ca/swhs/2018/03/06/social-work-week-march-4-10-what-does-a-social-worker-do/ For more information, contact Melinda Saretzky at melinda.saretzky@ufv.ca 03/24/2018
At its meeting on March 1, 2018, the Board of Governors approved the following: Revisions to Board Bylaw BGB-110.08 Officers of the Board Revisions to Board Bylaw BGB-110.07 Board Composition, Appointment, Election and Succession Revisions to the Board Policy on Academic and Corporate Seals and Coat of Arms (BRP-200.03) Revisions to the Board Policy on … Read more
Join the Blackboard Full Grade Centre and Lab This is an advanced workshop (1.5 hours– Computer Lab). First hour, we will provide an overview of the Full Grade Centre. We will review the basics for faculty who want to manually create columns to provide grades and feedback. We will then look at other tools to help … Read more
The next meeting of Senate is on Fri, April 6, on the Abbotsford campus, Room A225/229. Please submit agenda and exhibit items to lisa.mcmartin.ca by noon on Tues, Mar 27. For more information, contact Lisa McMartin at lisa.mcmartin@ufv.ca http://www.ufv.ca/senate/ For more information, contact Lisa McMartin at lisa.mcmartin@ufv.ca 04/06/2018
Join us for the Using Kaltura Video for Blackboard Workshop facilitated by Robin Pittman. In this workshop Robin will be demonstrating the Kaltura building block in Blackboard Learn. You will learn how to: • access the tool in Blackboard • capture from your webcam • upload audio/video • guideline for student assignments We look forward … Read more
The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the proposed revisions to the Responsible Conduct of Research and Scholarship (53) policy. Supporting documents are available at https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policy-consultation/. If you have any feedback, please submit your comments to Policyconsult@ufv.ca by April 13. https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policy-consultation/ For more information, contact Lisa McMartin at lisa.mcmartin@ufv.ca 04/13/2018
All employees eligible for Health Spending Account funds in fiscal 2018/19 have been sent an email with a link to the 2018/19 HSA Funds Designation Form. Employees who would like to direct some or all of the new funds must submit the form by March 23, 2018. If you did not receive the email please … Read more
Be a part of shaping the future! Tomorrow’s Jobs, Today. Attend the first ever Fraser Valley Career Connections and Conference (FVCCC) on Thurs, April 5, at the Fraser Valley Trade and Exhibition Centre (Tradex). With a booming economy, a young and diverse population and an abundance of business resources, the Fraser Valley is a place … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Clerk, Admissions Generalist, Office of the Registrar Assistant, Admissions Department Assistant, Visual Arts & Graphic and Digital Design Instructor, Arts and BGS Portfolio Courses Coordinator, Co-operative Education Sessional Faculty, Fall 2018 Instructor, School of Business, Marketing Instructor, … Read more
A representative from UFV India Chandigarh will be presenting to prospective and interested students who would like to know more about studying abroad in India. It will take place on Tuesday, March 3 at 2 pm in the Global Lounge (B223). The speaker will be available for questions and discussion following the presentation. This event … Read more
You are warmly invited to attend our upcoming presentations, hosted by the Scholarly Sharing Initiative, where our speakers will discuss knowledge, diversity, learning and the topic of … topics! Thurs, March 8 1:15-2:45 pm Abby U-House (SASI) Coffee and lunch provided! This month’s speakers 1) Rita Atake, Assistant Professor in Communications at UFV. Title of … Read more
Are you looking for a way to get more involved in the UFV community? Look no further — we have a fantastic opportunity for you! The UFV Yoga Club is looking for new members to join our executive team. This is the team that plans and facilitates free weekly yoga sessions and special yoga events … Read more
This 5-day Silent Mindfulness Retreat is led by Dr. Seonaigh MacPherson. The focus will be on mind-body integration through mindfulness. The Early Bird rate is $900 and includes lodging and food. A Silent Retreat is a prerequisite for the six-day MBSR Training, which is designed for those interested in teaching MBSR. Tickets can be purchased … Read more
The UFV School of Business would invites you to attend our UFV Sustainability Case Competition Student Presentations and Reception. On Fri, March 9 from 2-6 pm, come watch UFV students compete to solve a real-world sustainability challenge focused on our region. There will be an opportunity to network with our talented students and our panel … Read more
Career Readiness is the attainment and demonstration of requisite competencies that broadly prepare graduates for a successful transition into the workforce. In a recent survey, 400 Canadian employers where asked what graduates lack. The top 5 were as follows: 1. Interpersonal or people skills: 51% 2. Problem-solving skills: 45% 3. Teamwork: 41% 4. Oral communication: … Read more