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The Race and Antiracism Network (RAN) is hosting an event to commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Tues, March 28 Abby B121 Local activists and scholars will present the work they have done to combat racism at a grassroots level. They are being honoured as “committed citizens changing the world” with … Read more
The 2017/18 Health Spending Account funds designation forms have been sent to permanent employees eligible for HSA funds. If you have not received the form via email, please go to the HR website at www.ufv.ca/hr to access a form. Please contact Debbie Dyck at local 4653 or debbie.dyck@ufv.ca if you have any questions. 03/24/2017
Economics is now under some pressure to improve, if not change, its premise. In the last few decades noteworthy economists, leading academics, and business leaders worldwide have expressed serious reservations about classical economics as a discipline and practice. Lester Thurow, former dean of the MIT Sloan School of Management has long been critical of the … Read more
Innovative Teaching Practices for 21st Century Students. The Summer Institute in Teacher Education (SITE) held at UFV provides exciting opportunities for educators to engage in powerful professional development! SITE is designed with practicing teachers in mind. Flexible, and providing a wide array of courses, it puts your needs as teachers first. Come learn from specialists … Read more
Join us in the Abbotsford campus library on Tues, April 4 from 2-3 pm for a lively discussion about the dynamic nature of Canadian cuisine with Dr Lenore Newman. Lenore will be featuring her research and adventures from her new book, Speaking in Cod Tongues: Canada’s Culinary Landscape. http://ufvlibrary.blogspot.ca/2017/03/what-is-canadian-cuisine.html For more information, contact MaryAnne MacDougall … Read more
At its February 21, 2017 meeting, President’s Executive rescinded the Applications for Employment at UFV policy (140). This policy is no longer needed, as the policy contains procedure/protocol for acknowledgment and retention of applications will now be published on the HR website. http://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/ For more information, contact Lisa McMartin at lisa.mcmartin@ufv.ca 03/17/2017
Some events at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre to be aware of, as they affect traffic and parking congestion on and around campus. • Thurs, Mar 2 – Tom Cochrane Concert: 8 pm • Sat, Mar 4 – Speed Skating: 8 am • Sun, Mar 5 – Speed Skating: 8 am Daily Parking: Students … Read more
We are seeking nominations for student speakers for our June 6 and 7 Convocation ceremonies. Selection as a student speaker is considered an honour for a graduate. Those selected receive an honorary certificate acknowledging they were a student speaker at Convocation, and will be profiled in Convocation publicity. We also make space available for their … Read more
Are you a recent or upcoming CIS or CS graduate? Check out UFV’s Coding Bridging program to gain hands-on experience in the technology sector. UFV’s Coding Bridging program is offered by UFV Continuing Education and the Ministry of Advanced Education. The Ministry has provided one-time grant funding for short-term training to address the demand for … Read more
JPDC has approved professional development allowable expenses, effective April 1, 2017. Please take some time to review the allowable expenses and note the information will also be posted on the Human Resources website under Professional Development in the coming weeks. If you have any questions, please contact the PD assistant Alison Reeves at In-Service_pd@ufv.ca or … Read more
At its February 21, 2017 meeting, President’s Executive rescinded the Professional Development policy (137) As professional development for employees is addressed in the Collective Agreement and the Terms and Conditions for Exempt Staff, the policy is no longer needed to direct decisions or approval of applications. The criteria, guidelines and process for approval of applications … Read more
As part of a current initiative to explore the role of academic makerspaces at UFV, the Library and Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies would like invite UFV faculty, staff, and students to a unique opportunity to observe a demonstration of makerspace activities facilitated by local educator and GearBots founder Dereck Dirom. This event will … Read more
Teaching and Learning welcomes members of the UFV community to enter into its “name the space” competition. We are asking you to come up with a name for our new faculty resource/learning centre. The person who provides the winning name will receive an iPad, to be awarded on PD Day, May 2. The new faculty … Read more
Be part of governance at UFV! The University of the Fraser Valley Board of Governors is extending the call for nominations for one student for the Board of Governors (must be members of the Student Union Society) Students will serve a one-year term from August 1, 2017 to July 31, 2018. Nomination forms are available … Read more
Papers are due! Finals are coming, but panic is NOT setting in! You are calm and relaxed because you are getting a jump start on your preparation to avoid all of that last minute cramming. Come alone, bring a friend, or sign up as a group! Peer Tutors ~ De-Stress Room ~ Guided Meditation ~ … Read more