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The University of the Fraser Valley strives to create an inclusive and diverse community that accepts and values people for who they are. In this light, UFV has taken two significant steps toward making our student experience more inclusive. Effective immediately, UFV application for admission forms will provide “Another Gender Identity” as a potential response … Read more
Replicating real-life scenarios in a simulated environment is a relatively new practice in nursing education — relatively new, considering the long history of the nursing profession. Advances in technology have resulted in lifelike manikins that allow for new ways to teach skills, techniques, communication, problem solving and critical thinking in a controlled environment. Creating a … Read more
As part of an effort to improve accessibility access, construction on the main floor washrooms in Building G at the Abbotsford campus be ongoing for the next few weeks. Please note that both the men’s (G162) and women’s (G160) washrooms will be closed to August 5. We ask that users in the Learning Centre building … Read more
Anticipating summer boredom? Beat the blahs! Check out UFV kids’ camps: Think Fun, Science Rocks, and sports camps. http://www.ufv.ca/summer/
Many at UFV will be saddened to hear that Jim Lyons passed away on June 7, 2016. Jim started with Fraser Valley College on May 30, 1977, as Director, Office Management and Accounting, and retired on June 30, 2001, as Director of Finance. More details on service to come when available.
Many at UFV will be saddened to hear that longtime faculty member and chemistry professor Nigel Dance passed away on June 10. Nigel and his wife Lesley Spier both taught chemistry at UFV for several decades. Sadly, she predeceased him last July 8. Here is the obituary that ran in the Abbotsford News for Nigel: … Read more
As a UFV faculty or staff member, you are a member of our UFV family. The UFV Giving News (an e-newsletter) assists our family, friends, and donors to stay connected with how we are all changing UFV students’ lives. We highlight stories about the impact awards are making in students’ lives; provide news about UFV’s … Read more
Our contracted service provider, Elite Fire Protection, will be performing their annual inspection of fire devices, fire extinguishers, and emergency lighting at the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses over the course of August 22 to September 4. Please be aware that technicians will be in your area at some point in time wearing UFV Contractor ID … Read more
UFV’s Teacher Education department is proud to announce the launch of our Bachelor of Education (as a second degree). In May 2016 the Ministry of Advanced Education approved this new degree to replace our current Teacher Education completion certificate. Graduates will now not only receive their teaching certificate from the BC Teacher Regulation Branch, but … Read more
It’s been a warm spring and the mercury continues to rise throughout the Fraser Valley now that summer has officially arrived. It’s a great time of year. But, there is a cost to the university. When the outdoor air temperature rises above 21 degrees Celsius, our cooling system kicks into operation, keeping the indoor air … Read more
Melissa Bukta, department assistant in Faculty of Applied and Technical studies, and Michelle Rickaby, instructional assistant in UUP, graduated from the University of South Dakota with their MA in Educational Administration specialization in Adult and Higher Education. For more information, contact Michelle Rickaby at michelle.rickaby@ufv.ca 06/24/2016
Looking for professional development opportunities? Need to brush up on digitizing your minute taking or digital record-keeping practices? Take a look at some of the exciting new Fall courses being offered in Continuing Education! Courses range from software-based skills such as Adobe InDesign, to organizational and time management such as minute taking! Check us out … Read more
Can you lend a hand? The Coast Capital Savings Peer Resource and Leadership Centre (PRLC) wants volunteers for the 2016/17 school year. Peer leaders are committed to providing peer support, information, and referrals to the UFV community of students. Peer leaders don’t follow a certain profile — volunteers can come from all walks of life … Read more
Welcome to the following new employees, and congratulations to those who have changed jobs Shannon Draney — Coordinator, Industry Services and Part Time Trades,moved from Departmental Assistant, Faculty of Applied & Technical Studies Marlie Murphy — Assistant, Advising Centre Shawn Johnston — Legal Counsel, Labour and Employment, Human Resources
We’ve been all caught up in the Convocation excitement this week, but we don’t want to miss the chance to congratulate colleagues who are graduating. Congratulations to Janice Nagtegaal, admin assistant to the Provost/VP Admin. She earned her General Studies diploma at UFV. Congratulations also to David Shayler, manager of janitorial services, who earned his … Read more