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Join Victoria Surtees on Tuesday, May 19 on the Abbotsford campus (Building G, room G124) for crafts, snacks, and good conversation. Craft & Commiserate is open to all faculty and staff. From 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, drop in with whatever project you’re working on: knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, painting, leatherwork, colouring, sewing, beading. It’s all … Read more
Let’s chat online about Traditional Storytelling practices, or anything associated with Story and Oral Traditions. Chat-S takes place Thursday, May 15 from noon to 1 pm via Zoom. This session is led by Leanne A. Joe (UFV’s Indigenous Curriculum Developer), with a topic to guide our discussion. The next topic is: Recovery not Discovery – … Read more
Join your fellow FSA members for important updates and to learn about business that requires your vote. Your FSA’s Annual General Meeting is where members catch up on all the work your union is doing. Vote on the upcoming year’s budget, vote on policy and bylaw changes, and nominate members for executive and committee positions. … Read more
The Betty Urquhart Award is one of UFV’s most meaningful recognitions, celebrating individuals whose leadership, compassion, and commitment strengthen communities across the Fraser Valley. Named for one of UFV’s founding employees, the award honours Betty’s belief that lasting change begins with service, generosity, and a willingness to show up for others. In addition to recognition, … Read more
Join us May 21, 2026 at 12:30 pm for Nancy’s Legacy Walk It is with great pride and joy that we celebrate the achievements of Nancy Scarrow. Since 1989 Nancy has worked tirelessly to support employees. In 1999 she created the Fitness Challenge, demonstrating a commitment to build a healthy active community for all UFV … Read more
We’re excited to announce the opening of the new Active Transportation Hub in Building F on the Abbotsford campus, designed to support sustainable commuting on campus. The facility offers secure storage for bikes, scooters, e-bikes, and e-scooters, with 24/7 access, security camera monitoring, and secure entry using your campus card. Amenities include showers, changerooms, and … Read more
The Indigenous Arts certificate (Fall 2026) offers Indigenous artists a flexible, cohort-based program that blends creative practice, mentorship, and cultural learning. Guided by Stó:lō artist Cody Tolmie, the certificate supports students across artistic disciplines while exploring Indigenous histories, rights, and contemporary issues, preparing learners for professional growth. Find out more: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BmbxUfCXRBqx1mG3dK0iqUC8b6JImJU0/view For more information, contact … Read more
New policy approvals: Cash Handling (251) policy Microcredentials policy (245) They can be found on the website link below: https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-activity/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.c 05/05/2026
A hands-on workshop series focused on building foundational AI literacy, strengthening prompting skills, and applying AI effectively in your workflow. The workshops are scaffolded but can be taken separately if you have a good grasp of the basics. Requirements: Laptop plus a free OpenAI account and access to Copilot. Facilitators: Anna Griffith, PhD & Dr. … Read more
Leanne A. Joe is offering beginner language sessions for greetings and territorial place names. Do you want to: · learn how to introduce yourself in Halq’eméylem? · practice pronouncing the names of the local First Nations? · learn some of the history of Halq’eméylem and our sister dialects? If you are staff or faculty at … Read more
Save the date! UFV Alumni Association AGM On behalf of the Chair Bradley Menard (BA AdEd ’21, BGS Ed Tech. ’14), and the UFVAA Board of Directors, you are invited to the UFV Alumni Association’s 2026 Annual General Meeting on May 26. Event details Tues, May 26 6:30 pm Abbotsford campus, J building, room J182 … Read more
The next Senate Public meeting is scheduled for Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:30 pm at the Trades and Technology Campus, Rivers T1068. The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, April 28 at noon. Please email your submissions to UFVSenate@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/senate/meeting-schedule/ 05/08/2026
The Department of Biology is hosting BC BIO Day on April 29, 2026 which coincides with UFV’s ConnectED conference. It is a not-for-profit conference, held one day each year for biology faculty members, graduate students and others involved in post-secondary education, typically coinciding with Provincial Articulation meetings. Presentations can be on anything related to teaching … Read more
Advanced Floral Wedding Designs workshop Cost: $989 Prerequisite: Open to all graduates of the UFV Floral Design certificate program or professional florists with a minimum of 2 years design experience. Do you love weddings and helping to make a bride’s dream come true by creating beautiful bridal flowers? Take your floral design skills to the … Read more
Join us on Earth Day for a classic litter clean up! Staff, students, and community members are welcome to join us 12-1 pm on Wed, April 22. We will pick up litter on the streets near our Abbotsford campus. This is a great way to get some movement in during your day while also doing … Read more