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As part of UFV’s 50th anniversary celebrations, we’re excited to honour 50 Remarkable Alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields, communities, and beyond. Your nomination helps us celebrate the diversity and achievements of our graduates, aligning with UFV and the UFV Alumni Association’s vision of fostering community connections and recognizing excellence. Click here … Read more
The book launch for Geographies of the Heart takes place Friday, September 27 from 4 to 5:30 pm at UFV Abbotsford. The book, co-edited by UFV associate professor Amea Wilbur, offers 18 emotional stories from migrants. A settlement worker recalls being a child soldier in Sudan. The child of undocumented migrants finds love in a … Read more
RAC Mixer WHEN: September 17, 2024 TIME: 12 to 2pm LOCATION: K170, Abbotsford campus Faculty members are invited to the Research Mixer for an engaging and interactive afternoon of networking and discovery. This event offers a lively chance to connect with colleagues, explore exciting research projects, and participate in fun games. With prizes up for … Read more
The Board of Governors is starting the process to select the next President and Vice-Chancellor of UFV to succeed Dr. Joanne MacLean upon her planned retirement on June 30, 2025. This process follows the Presidential Search Policy (247) approved by the Board and Senate. Currently, the Board is seeking to fill the search committee. For … Read more
Come engage with researchers on the interconnected challenges and opportunities that support a holistic approach to health resilience and sustainability. On Thursday, October 24 at UFV Abbotsford, experts from UFV, the Cooperative University of Kenya (CUK), and the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) will be on a panel discussion sharing their insights on One Health. … Read more
Mehfil — South Asian Folk Music & Poetry event The South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) invites you to come and join Mehfil, a South Asian Folk Music event, with poetry, singing, and music. The first event of this kind at UFV! SASI has been recording, translating, and transcribing cultural treasures of South Asian music and … Read more
Welcome to the new academic year, UFV faculty and staff members! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by the Relationship and Fund Development booth (formerly Advancement) at the Employee Fall BBQ on August 21. Despite the clouds, the energy remained bright. This year, we introduced the Donor Dollars Cornhole Toss. In our version … Read more
The following policy has been approved and can be found online at https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/. • Emeritus Designation (208) For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca. 09/27/2024
On Thursday, August 15th at noon, we will gather to commemorate three years since the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. This event takes place on the UFV Abbotsford campus, in the walkway between the Student Union Building (Building S) and the UFV Athletic Centre (Building E). Afghan women have been banned from attending university since December … Read more
A section of Gillis Avenue on the UFV Abbotsford campus will be closed on Friday, August 9th, from 6 am to 3 pm, as construction work continues on new student housing. The section is in front of Lá:lem te Baker and the UFV Bookstore, and signs will be placed at locations along Gillis Avenue to … Read more
Come on out the our annual Employee Fall BBQ on August 21 on the UFV Chilliwack campus green. Enjoy a fun-filled day of great food, music, games and plain old summer fun as we welcome in the new academic year. The UFV Campus Shuttle is available between campuses and for those that choose to drive, … Read more
What do I need to know? All UFV buildings will be closed Monday, August 5, 2024. Why? In observance of British Columbia Day. What if I need access on Monday? Please submit a Room/Building Access request by end of day Wednesday, July 31 by clicking here. Please note that access will only be granted with … Read more
This in-person workshop on Monday, Aug 26 on the UFV Abbotsford campus (room G124) provides you with hands-on experience and resources that will bring together Indigenous and Western worldviews based on your subject area. We will explore experiential activities to weave cultural safety/humility, Indigenous ways of knowing and being, and Indigenous worldviews into your course(s)/practice. … Read more
Join Lorna Andrews and Leanne Joe in this in-person ‘Educators Journey Towards Reconciliation’ workshop where we will discover challenges and best practices in decolonizing the classroom and our education practice. During this two-day workshop in room G124 on the UFV Abbotsford, we will explore strategies for creating a culturally safe learning environment and Indigenizing through … Read more
Beginning Monday, July 22, the UFV Chilliwack IT Service Desk will welcome students and employees at a new location on the main level of building A, beside the security office (A1108). The increased presence of the IT Service Desk location makes receiving technology support faster, easier, and more accessible, enhancing both the student and employee … Read more