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UFV Ecochallenge 2025 — Oct 1-31

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The UFV Ecochallenge is back! Our fifth annual Ecochallenge will run from Oct 1-31, and is open to all UFV employees and students. The goal of this challenge is to inspire and amplify our collective efforts towards a more sustainable future by engaging in sustainable and positive actions within the UFV community. As if that … Read more

Hand-in-Hand? Canada at the Human Rights and Peacebuilding Nexus — Oct 9

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On Thursday, Oct 9 from 9:30 to 11 am on the UFV Abbotsford campus (room B101), students will have a unique opportunity to hear from leading voices in human rights and peacebuilding. No registration is required. This panel discussion features: Alex Neve – 2025 Massey Lecturer and former Secretary General of Amnesty International Canada. Adam … Read more

Where is Home? – A Group Exhibition — Oct 10 to Nov 7 with welcoming reception Oct 15

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The welcoming reception for Where is Home? – A Group Exhibition takes place Wednesday, Oct 15 from 11:30 am to 1 pm at the UFV Abbotsford S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery (room B136). All are welcome to attend, and admission is free. On display from Oct 10 through Nov 7, Where is Home? brings together emerging artists … Read more

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation — Sept 30

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Please be advised that all UFV buildings will be closed on Tuesday, Sept 30 in observance of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. If you need to access a specific area during these times, kindly submit a room/building access request no later than Thursday, Sept 25. Please note that access will only be granted with … Read more

UFV’s First Changemaking Week — Oct 6-9

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On the heels of UFV being named an Ashoka U Changemaker Campus, UFV Student Change Makers (UFVSCM) are thrilled to invite students, faculty, and staff to the first ever Changemaking Week. From October 6–9, a series of free events will align with our four guiding principles of changemaking at UFV: inclusive empowerment, decolonization and Indigenization, … Read more

Beyond Blankets: A Stó:lō Lands Exercise — Oct 7

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Join UFV Student Change Makers Club (UFVSCM) and UFV’s Student Experience Office at this event facilitated by UFV’s Peace and Reconciliation Centre (PARC). It takes place from 12:30 to 2:30 pm on the UFV Abbotsford campus, in room A225. Journey through key moments in Stó:lō history, including life before first contact, colonialism in the Fraser … Read more

UFV launches Project Explorance Blue for student feedback on teaching surveys

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UFV is excited to announce the launch of Project Explorance Blue, a new platform for student feedback on teaching surveys that will replace Blackboard and integrate seamlessly with Brightspace, our new learning management system. Key benefits include: • A centralized, user-friendly evaluation platform • Robust analytics to support evidence-based decision-making • Integration with Brightspace and … Read more

New student housing option opening in January

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  Our brand-new on-campus housing option is opening soon, and applications are still being accepted for January move-in. All units feature private bedrooms, plus access to lounges, study spaces, social kitchens, and our vibrant campus living programming. Students can choose from: * Single rooms with private study space * Studios with private bathroom and kitchenette … Read more

Connection groups – table topics games — Sept 29, Oct 2, Oct 3

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Three upcoming connection groups offer the opportunity to speak with wellness peers and fellow students on different topics, and maybe even make new connections while you’re at it. Tea, coffee and good chats available. You can stay the entire time, or drop-in when it works for you. RSVP is not required, but it helps us … Read more

Beaded bracelet wellness event — Oct 8

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Take a moment for yourself, unwind, and create a beaded bracelet for free. Want to make it a fun group activity? Bring your friends to the UFV Abbotsford Student Wellness and Experience Lounge (S1111) on Wednesday, Oct 11 from noon to 4 pm, and design matching bracelets together. Choose a chit, reflect on your emotions, … Read more

Community change on campus in the face of institutional resistance – Sara Kishawi speaks — Oct 6

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Sara Kishawi will speak about her experience as a student community organizer and how she mobilizes change on her campus and beyond–particularly related to the genocide in Gaza. This gathering takes place on Monday, Oct 6 from 4 to 5:30 pm on the Abbotsford campus (room B101), and all are welcome. Mon, Oct 6, 2025 … Read more