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Get ready for the Virtual Pacific Career Fair by joining us on October 5 for an online student and alumni orientation! Learn how to use the career fair platform from Hellohire’s Daniel Kahn and learn tips for engaging with employers online. Register for the orientation using your full name and student email address. Alumni – … Read more
Unfortunately, human nature is typically to avoid “speaking one’s truth” when it has the potential to spark open conflict. The inevitable result is misunderstanding, gossip, tension, anger, and in more extreme cases, a breakdown of the team. In contrast, environments that are open and honest yet caring are far more likely to create the conditions … Read more
This workshop helps employees gain understanding and build comfort in talking about mental health and mental illnesses. Participants learn how to support co-workers who may be experiencing poor mental health. In the 2-hour workshop, participants gain more knowledge and explore practical ways to develop their mental resiliency. Wed, Oct 26 10 am-noon Abby A225 Facilitator: … Read more
Maximizing employee performance depends on the effective utilization of leadership skills, and a targeted approach to individual employee development. This workshop provides guidance on how leaders can maximize their credibility and influence, deliver meaningful feedback, and work directly with their employees to maximize performance. Tues, Oct 25, 2022 10 am-noon Abby A225 Facilitator: Zoe Strazza … Read more
Each year, the UFV Research Office invites 20 or more faculty researchers to be a part of the continued success of the University’s Micro-Lecture Series. The goal is to provide “snapshots” of the range and depth of our faculty research, as well as highlight the interdisciplinary nature of our work. This engaging, fast-paced event also … Read more
Interested in gaining career-related work experience. Attend an upcoming online Co-op info session to find out how you can combine your academic studies with relevant paid work experience! Hosted by our Co-op Coordinators, the session will include the details, benefits, program requirements, and how to apply to the Co-op program. There will be an opportunity … Read more
This session will provide you with some useful tools to increase their productivity and strategic use of time. Everyone is busy however, not everyone is ‘productivity’ busy. Most of us know we need to organize our time more effectively. The challenge is to find a practical way to do that. Time is our most valuable … Read more
This two-hour workshop will provide an overview of the social media landscape and an in-depth look at Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn for both individuals and brands. Learn how to build a following, engage with your audience and, above all, why content is king. Learn about how social media fits into UFV’s strategic marketing and … Read more
This workshop provides introductory minute-taking skills in a digital environment. Participants will learn the steps in the minute-taking process including agenda, pre-meeting minutes, and minute template skills. The workshop will also focus on iCompass, an agenda, and meeting management software. Fri, Oct 21, 2022 10-11:30 am Online Facilitator: Lisa McMartin Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/minute-taking-tickets-381909159577 For more information, … Read more
UFV has transitioned to MS Office 365, providing employees with access to additional MS programs and services. While there aren’t many major changes within the programs, this course will highlight differences and how to navigate this new system. We will discuss Excel, Word and Outlook. Tues, Nov 1, 2022 12–1:30 PM Online Facilitator: Fariba Jafary … Read more
Learn advanced skills in Microsoft Excel through Blackboard Collaborate. Topics may include financial functions, table creating and manipulation, PivotTables and PivotCharts, custom formatting, and consolidating data. Tues, Oct 18 Noon-1:30 pm Location: Online Facilitator: Cristina Philips Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/advanced-excel-tickets-381913673077 For more information, contact Debra Fehr at debra.fehr@ufv.ca 10/18/2022
This course will provide and demonstrate key strategies for preparing and delivering effective presentations. Thurs, Oct 13, 2022 9-11 am Location: Abbotsford, A203B Facilitator: Monika Affleck Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/presentation-skills-tickets-381915438357 For more information, contact Debra Fehr at debra.fehr@ufv.ca 10/13/2022
Chowiyes-Xwithet/Rise Up-Wake Up! Song, Stories & Basket Ceremony Special Event to honour the spirit of children lost to residential schools, survivors and families. Dedicated to reconciliation and Halq’eméylem revitalization. Thurs, Sept 29, 2022 1-4 pm; Doors open at 12:30pm Where: UFV Chilliwack campus, Gathering Place, Building A, room 1457 Admission is free. Registration is required … Read more
Learn about MS One Note and its uses. Wed, Nov 9, 2022 noon-1:30 pm Location: Online Facilitator: Cristina Philips Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/onenote-tickets-381917514567 For more information, contact Debra Fehr at debra.fehr@ufv.ca 11/09/2022
Now that Adobe Acrobat Pro has been made available to UFV Employees, you may have some questions on what you can do with it. Join us for a workshop that will cover creating forms and editing pdfs. We will also go over certificate-based signatures, filling and signing forms and collecting signatures from others. Please contact … Read more