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Ask Me! stations May 3-5

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In an effort to provide ongoing support to new and returning students, Student Life, UFV International and the Coast Capital Peer Resource and Leadership Centre (PRLC) are partnering to host Ask Me! Stations at various locations on UFV’s two main campuses (Chilliwack and Abbotsford) during the first week of classes each semester. Ask Me! Stations … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV — May 1, 2017

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Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Committees Assistant, Faculty of Professional Studies Laboratory Technician, Biology Manager, Conference Services Manager, Office of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, http://www.ufv.ca/careers/ For more information, … Read more

2017-18 UFV consolidated budget plan

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The consolidated budget plan is now available online. Please visit the Financial Services website to view. https://www.ufv.ca/budgets/consolidated-budget-plan/ For more information, contact Mallory Manley at mallory.manley@ufv.ca 05/30/2017

Professional development opportunity — The Business Writer’s Weekend

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The Writer’s Weekend now has a business writing option. Both options have the same great meal and accommodation package at a lakeside conference centre in Hope, BC for optimal on-site intensive learning, practical workshops, and early morning and late night opportunities for writing and feedback. Both options run from 7 pm on Fri, Oct 27 … Read more

Sustainable Development symposium — May 18

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This event will feature presentations about sustainable business practices from a variety of perspectives as well as an opportunity to network with members of the Abbotsford business community. This event is free to attend and light refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP to busevents@ufv.ca by May 15, 2017 http://blogs.ufv.ca/business/2017/04/26/2017-sustainable-development-symposium-may-18-2017/ For more information, contact Kelly Gardner … Read more

Faculty sabbatical planning and application workshop — June 1

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Are you planning to apply for a 2018-19 sabbatical leave? Ask questions and get feedback before submitting your application by attending the sabbatical planning and application workshop facilitated by Dr. Adrienne Chan, AVP, Research, Engagement and Graduate Studies. Thurs, June 1 10 am – 12 noon Room C1422, Abbotsford campus RSVP to Kelly.tracey@ufv.ca At this … Read more

Poetry workshop offer by past UFV writer-in-residence Daniela Elza

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Calling all poets and writers. Past UFV writer-in-residence Daniela Elza will be teaching a two-part weekend workshop on exploring the process from poetry concept to paid market. Saturdays: June 17 & 24 Noon–4:30 pm at UFV Hope Centre – 1250 7th ave Crn 40269 $175.00 Hope Centre H124 To register call 1-888-823-8734 Workshop description: The … Read more

Intension(elle) — BFA grad show runs to May 19 — opening reception April 28

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Every year members of the University of the Fraser Valley and its surrounding community come together to support an exciting cultural event in the Visual Arts department: the BFA Grad Show. This year’s show is titled Intension(elle), reflecting the all-female composition of the graduating class. Opening Reception: Fri, April 28, 2017 at 6:30 pm in … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV — April 24

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Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Instructor, School of Business, Marketing and/or Management Instructor, School of Business, Human Resource Management Instructor, School of Business, Financial Accounting Assistant Professor, Upgrading and University Preparation To view details on these postings, and for a complete list … Read more

Reconcili-ACTION — UFV community invited to work with Stó:lō on community building — June 19

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Canada needs to move from “apology to action” according to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. UFV and like-minded educational institutions will be key leaders in this spirit of reconciliation. On June 19, Stó:lō, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people are gathering at the Aboriginal Gathering Place (UFV CEP campus) to engage in a dialogue aimed … Read more

Policy rescinded — Facilities Advisory Committee Terms of Reference policy (136)

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At its April 11, 2017 meeting, President’s Executive approved rescinding Facilities Advisory Committee Terms of Reference policy (136). A formal policy is not necessary to establish terms of reference for a committee, and this committee has not existed for over 10 years (was replaced by the Campus Planning Advisory Committee). All UFV policies are available … Read more

Summer Institute in Teacher Education 2017

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The Teacher Education department at the University of the Fraser Valley is once again offering a Summer Institution in Teacher Education (SITE) between July 10 and July 28, 2017 at the Abbotsford campus. We have an exciting lineup of courses tailored specifically for the needs of practising teachers. If you are looking for a student-centred, … Read more

Abbotsford library summer renovation — let library know what you need access to

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Please let us know by April 21 if there are any library materials that currently reside on the first floor that you or your students will need access to during the summer semester. Full details about the renovation can be found on this website: http://libguides.ufv.ca/LibraryRenovations http://libguides.ufv.ca/LibraryRenovations For more information, contact MaryAnne MacDougall at maryanne.macdougall@ufv.ca 05/14/2017