Summer Institute in Teacher Education 2017

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

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

Career opportunities at UFV — April 18

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Instructor, Social, Cultural & Media Studies Instructor, Philosophy Instructor, Geography and the Environment Lab Technician, Graphic & Digital Design Lab Coordinator, Graphic & Digital Design Instructor, Physics Instructor, Mathematics & Statistics To view details on these postings, … Read more

Internationalization Fund 2017-18 call for proposals

UFV International announces the first call for Internationalization Fund proposals for fiscal year 2017/18. The fund is open to any UFV staff member, faculty member, or administrator to make a proposal that will “internationalize” UFV’s curriculum, services, departments or programs, or enhance one’s ability or a department’s capacity to work with international students and partners. … Read more

Earth Day 2017: Come Play Outside! April 21

SustainableUFV brings us Earth Day for another year! The theme for 2017 is EarthPLAY, recognizing that outdoor recreation has taken a back seat to screens, video games, and Netflix. The more time we spend outside, the more passionate we feel about keeping nature pristine and beautiful, and that’s what Earth Day is all about. EarthPLAY … Read more

Nettie Wild’s KONELINE: our land Beautiful film screening — April 19

Stephanie Gould of UFV’s Visual Arts department will host-curate a screening of Nettie Wild’s newly-released documentary KONELINE: our land beautiful on Wed, April 19 at 2 pm in Abby B101. The screening is in partnership with Reel Canada’s one-day film festival on National Canadian Film Day. http://www.canadawildproductions.com For more information, contact Stephanie Gould at Stephanie.Gould@ufv.ca … Read more

2017 grads – book photo sessions now!

2017 grads – book photo sessions now! Artona Group, UFV’s official graduation photographer, will be on Abbotsford campus in May for graduate portrait sessions. May 11-18 – Abbotsford campus Building B, Room 121 It is recommended that grads book their session now as appointments fill up quickly. To view availability of sessions and to book … Read more

Nominate someone great for Distinguished Alumni Awards — April 21

Do you know an outstanding alumni of UFV? Established in 2003, the UFV Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes the accomplishments of our amazing alumni. The traditional Distinguished Alumni Award is conferred upon a graduate of the institution who has achieved outstanding distinction in career, educational achievement, or community service. In 2012 the Young Distinguished Alumni Award … Read more

Annual hazardous waste disposal needs — communicate by April 28

Facilities Management is requesting that all departments currently requiring the disposal of hazardous waste materials for 2017 complete the Hazardous Waste Disposal information form. The form is a fillable pdf and can be found online by visiting http://www.ufv.ca/janitorial/hazardous-waste. Please ensure that all waste materials are packaged according to safety standards as indicated by the Safety … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Department Assistant, Mathematics & Statistics Laboratory Technician, Chemistry Project Lead, Cataloguing Administrative Assistant, Associate Dean, Faculty of Applied & Technical Studies Analyst, IT Support To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, … Read more

Housing Operations is now reporting to Ancillary Services

Effective April 1, 2017, the responsibility for Housing Operations transitioned from Student Life to Ancillary Services. Responsibility for Residence Services will remain with Student Life. Historically, operating under the same Manager, Baker House: Housing Operations has focused on the business/operational needs of Baker House while Baker House: Residence Services has focused on the student wellness, … Read more