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Garden Volunteer Orientation & Workparty — June 16

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Feel like getting outside, for 15 minutes, an hour, or longer? Join us in caring for the plants in the Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden at UFV’s Chilliwack campus. We will nibble on the edibles, identify and remove weeds, clean up/prune. You will learn about the plants in the garden, and also learn what we consider to … Read more

UFV’s financial management records retention schedule available

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UFV’s official financial management record retention schedule is now available. This schedule reflects the University’s records related to financial administration and is published on the Secretariat website for all University employees to refer to in managing University records. The schedule is available here: https://ufv.ca/secretariat/records-management/official-record-schedules/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 06/30/2022

Provost’s Lunch and Learn: South Asian Canadian Legacy Project — June 22

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Provost’s Lunch and Learn: South Asian Canadian Legacy Project Please join us as Dr. Satwinder Bains discusses the South Asian Canadian Legacy Project. The SACLP has a multipronged approach through six projects that reflect the valuable contributions of South Asian Canadians to British Columbia’s diverse cultures, history, heritage, economy and society. While foregrounding the work … Read more

Introducing Blackboard Base Navigation: A better way to navigate myClass (Blackboard)

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As of June 29, 2022, myClass (Blackboard Learn) will move to a easier to use, mobile-friendly view. Base Navigation offers a new way to navigate your learning environment that will save you time and help you keep track of what’s most important. Its sleek, personalized interface enables instant access to the information you need. It … Read more

Faculty Sabbatical Leave workshop — June 10

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Are you a UFV faculty member interested in applying for a 2023-2024 sabbatical leave? Ask questions and receive feedback before submitting your application. Register here: https://ufv-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ABal6xBpTCOMbLFBlC_TjQ Fri, June 10 1-3 pm Zoom https://www.ufv.ca/research/events/ For more information, contact Tracy Morrison at tracy.morrison@ufv.ca 06/11/2022

Faculty Microlectures — Keith Carlson on Smallpox Bioterrorism in the Pacific Northwest

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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

Faculty Microlectures — Dr. Golfam Ghafourifar

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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

Volunteers needed for Team Convocation

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A message from President Joanne MacLean Dear Colleagues, Convocation provides two of the happiest days of the year for our students and for me personally, and I invite you to be part of it. UFV Convocation ceremonies in 2022 will be celebrated on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 14 and 15. Once again, we will host … Read more

Indigenous storytelling and philosophy for children — June 7

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This webinar investigates the rich resources within Indigenous philosophy (with emphasis on storytelling and land-based learning) to enhance the practice of Philosophy for Children (P4C). Dr. Andrea Sullivan-Clarke (Muskogee Nation of Oklahoma) will share her experience of using Indigenous storytelling to facilitate philosophical discussions in elementary and high school classrooms. She will also speak to … Read more

Policy Consultation: Animal Care (51) policy

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As part of a 3-week consultation, the University Secretariat invites the UFV community to submit collaborative or individual feedback on the Animal Care (#51) policy. Please submit your comments to policyconsult@ufv.ca by the deadline of 4 pm, June 9, 2022. The suggested revisions can be found on the website: https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For more information, contact Marlene … Read more

RBC Dominion Securities: Where do we go from here: Supply Chain Disruption, Inflation & Rising Rates — June 7

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We invite you to participate in an exclusive event featuring Jim Allworth, one of RBC’s most respected and experienced investment strategists. As we progress out of the global pandemic, we understand the worries and concerns business owners have about a potential shift in the world’s economic state. As the cost of doing business continues to … Read more

NSERC grant-writing workshop

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Are you a UFV faculty member within the natural sciences/engineering seeking funding for your research? Learn tips and tricks for writing a successful NSERC grant proposal by attending the UFV Research Office’s online grant writing workshop. Thurs, June 16, 2022 Zoom • FACILITATOR: Jerri-Lynne Cameron, Director, Research Services and Industry Engagement • RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nserc-grant-proposal-workshop-tickets-342240690117 In … Read more