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UFV Abbotsford hosts the AgriCULTURE! Symposium on Thursday, September 19 in K Building. Dr. Michelle Superle hosts a panel discussion with representatives from Abbotsford’s culturally diverse array of agriculture and food culture groups. They’ll explore how connections between culture and agriculture take shape in Abbotsford. Abbotsford food and farming folks who help bring you delicious things … Read more
UFV’s Peace and Reconciliation Centre (PARC) is proud to have hosted the community-engaged BMO Collaboratorium during the summer of 2024. We connected 18 student research interns with five community partners, working together on 17 unique projects. On Monday, October 7, we warmly invite community partners, senior UFV leaders, and the UFV community to join us … Read more
You are invited to participate in a research project about your experiences working in customer service. Anyone who is currently working in a part-time or full-time customer service job in any organization can participate in a 60 to 90 minute online interview that will be scheduled at a time that is convenient for you. You … Read more
Join UFV’s Graphic and Digital Design department and Trevor Embury, assistant professor, at UFV Abbotsford on Wednesday, September 25, for the launch of a public seminar series titled ‘Counterforms: Practices, Theories, and Methods.’ Seminars start at 6 pm in room C1422. Explore the complexities of design across its various modalities, from practice and activism to … Read more
Join UFV Library, College of Arts, and UFV International at UFV Abbotsford on Wednesday, September 18, for the third annual welcome back event. This gathering includes guest speakers, origami making, a display of donated books from the Read Japan Project, and light refreshments. We hope to see you there! For more info, click here or … Read more
As part of UFV’s 50th anniversary celebrations, we’re excited to honour 50 Remarkable Alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields, communities, and beyond. Your nomination helps us celebrate the diversity and achievements of our graduates, aligning with UFV and the UFV Alumni Association’s vision of fostering community connections and recognizing excellence. Click here … Read more
The book launch for Geographies of the Heart takes place Friday, September 27 from 4 to 5:30 pm at UFV Abbotsford. The book, co-edited by UFV associate professor Amea Wilbur, offers 18 emotional stories from migrants. A settlement worker recalls being a child soldier in Sudan. The child of undocumented migrants finds love in a … Read more
RAC Mixer WHEN: September 17, 2024 TIME: 12 to 2pm LOCATION: K170, Abbotsford campus Faculty members are invited to the Research Mixer for an engaging and interactive afternoon of networking and discovery. This event offers a lively chance to connect with colleagues, explore exciting research projects, and participate in fun games. With prizes up for … Read more
The Board of Governors is starting the process to select the next President and Vice-Chancellor of UFV to succeed Dr. Joanne MacLean upon her planned retirement on June 30, 2025. This process follows the Presidential Search Policy (247) approved by the Board and Senate. Currently, the Board is seeking to fill the search committee. For … Read more
Come engage with researchers on the interconnected challenges and opportunities that support a holistic approach to health resilience and sustainability. On Thursday, October 24 at UFV Abbotsford, experts from UFV, the Cooperative University of Kenya (CUK), and the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) will be on a panel discussion sharing their insights on One Health. … Read more
Mehfil — South Asian Folk Music & Poetry event The South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) invites you to come and join Mehfil, a South Asian Folk Music event, with poetry, singing, and music. The first event of this kind at UFV! SASI has been recording, translating, and transcribing cultural treasures of South Asian music and … Read more
Welcome to the new academic year, UFV faculty and staff members! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by the Relationship and Fund Development booth (formerly Advancement) at the Employee Fall BBQ on August 21. Despite the clouds, the energy remained bright. This year, we introduced the Donor Dollars Cornhole Toss. In our version … Read more
The following policy has been approved and can be found online at https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/. • Emeritus Designation (208) For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca. 09/27/2024
On Thursday, August 15th at noon, we will gather to commemorate three years since the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. This event takes place on the UFV Abbotsford campus, in the walkway between the Student Union Building (Building S) and the UFV Athletic Centre (Building E). Afghan women have been banned from attending university since December … Read more
A section of Gillis Avenue on the UFV Abbotsford campus will be closed on Friday, August 9th, from 6 am to 3 pm, as construction work continues on new student housing. The section is in front of Lá:lem te Baker and the UFV Bookstore, and signs will be placed at locations along Gillis Avenue to … Read more