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

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

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

  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

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

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

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

Whisk, Gratitude & Pie: a Thanksgiving baking celebration — Oct 11

Whisk, Gratitude & Pie A Thanksgiving Baking Celebration Celebrate the cozy season of thanks with a hands-on baking class that fills your kitchen with the scents of cinnamon, pumpkin, and love. Instructor: Shoshawna Blair, Red Seal Baker Chilliwack – Trades and Technology Centre Sat. Oct 11 9:30 am–3 pm | 1 session Cost: $150 | … Read more

UFV Cascades Women’s Soccer vs UBC Okanagan — Sept 26

Your UFV Cascades Women’s soccer team is at home Fri, Sept 26, to take on the UBC Okanagan Heat at Rotary Stadium! UFV students get in free to all UFV Cascades home games. Come out and support your Cascades and Rally for the Valley! https://gocascades.ca/calendar For more information, contact Jordie Arthur at jordie.arthur@ufv.ca 09/26/2025

Student Voice Forum — Sept 24

You’re Invited: Student Voice Forum Join us for the launch of a new initiative from the VP Students Office that creates opportunities for students to share feedback and engage with university leadership on key topics. Event Details Wed, Sept 24, 2025 10 am–2 pm (Drop-in style) Abby S: Second Floor, Student Union Building Complimentary lunch … Read more

GoByBike Week at UFV — Sept 29-Oct 3

UFV is hosting celebration stations to celebrate Fall GoByBike Week. Students and Staff can visit Celebration Stations from 8:30-11am during the week to access biking resources. There are free snacks for those who have commuted by bike, skateboard, scooter, etc! Each day of the week, a different UFV department will be hosting/cohosting the station. We … Read more

Take the Sustainability Survey — Sept 17-Oct 17

Take UFV’s Sustainability Culture & Literacy Survey (Sept 17–Oct 17). It’s anonymous, takes around15 mins, and helps improve campus sustainability. Optional prize draw: 4 people will win $75 campus card credit! Click here to access the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/SustainableUFV2025 For more information, contact Karima Cherifi at sustainability@ufv.ca 10/17/2025

The World in Turmoil: An Interdisciplinary Conversation — Oct 1

“Hell is empty and all the devils are here” – William Shakespeare, the Tempest How relevant this quote seems for our contemporary politics and society. Join UFV faculty for an interdisciplinary conversation that goes beyond the news cycle to give you scholarly insight on the issues of today. Wed, Oct 1 4-6 pm Abbotsford B101 … Read more