Sustainable Action Pathway survey – open until Nov 8

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UFV’s Office of Sustainability (OoS) is seeking input on the development of its Sustainability Action Pathway (SAP). UFV members are invited to fill out the survey, informing the OoS as we align the SAP with UFV’s commitments to sustainability. The survey, available at this link, will take approximately five minutes to complete and will be … Read more

in common Speakers’ Series: What do Baha’I and Anglicans think about Political Engagement? — Nov 21

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The latest installment of the in Common Speakers’ Series is Thursday, Nov 21 at UFV Abbotsford with a discussion about what Baha’I and Anglicans think about political engagement. This gathering runs from 12:15 to 1:30 pm in room A305 and features Greg Duly from the Baha’I community, and Rev. Art Turnbull, retired Military Chaplain. The … Read more

Cascades Giving Day: Rallying Together for Student Success — Nov 5

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On Tuesday, Nov 5, the UFV community is coming together for the inaugural Cascades Giving Day — a 24-hour campaign dedicated to raising $50,000 in support of student-athletes and athletics programs. UFV student-athletes, coaches, alumni, and staff are rallying to raise essential funds. Your support will bolster programs for varsity sports, campus recreation, and strength … Read more

Seasonal holiday closure — Dec 24-Jan 2

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Each year, the university considers the timing of the December statutory holidays and makes a determination on our operating schedule during the festive season. On behalf of the university, we are pleased to confirm that all campuses will close at noon on Tues, Dec 24, 2024 and will reopen on Thurs, Jan 2, 2025. We … Read more

Call for Faculty Excellence award nominations — Dec 6 deadline

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Nominations for the Faculty Excellence awards are officially open. This is an opportunity for students, alumni, staff, faculty, or university officers to nominate an outstanding instructor in recognition of their teaching, research, or service. Recipients receive a personalized plaque, a framed certificate, and a $2,500 award, to be presented at a special award ceremony. The … Read more

50 Year Reunion: Continuing Education & Applied Business Technology — Nov 2

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The Continuing Education and Applied Business Technology departments invite all of our students, alumni, staff, instructors, and friends from the last 50 years to join us at the beautiful Clearbrook campus from 10 am to noon on Saturday, Nov 2. Reconnect with your old classmates and instructors, enjoy hand-decorated cookies and artisanal coffee, and snap … Read more

Visiting Scholar Talk: “Mother of the Equal Rights Amendment: How Martha Griffiths Made History” — Nov 14

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A Visiting Scholar Talk presented by UFV’s History department takes place on Thursday, Nov 14, from 11 am to noon at UFV Abbotsford (room A225). In 1970, Martha W. Griffiths allied with feminists inside and outside Congress, moving the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) to the top of the US political agenda as away to remove … Read more

“Feel Better” by Dr. Shahana Alibhai — book launch and author conversation — Oct 28

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Join UFV’s Community Health and Social Innovation (CHASI) Hub on Monday, Oct. 28 at 4 pm to celebrate Dr. Shahana Alibhai’s new book, Feel Better, a roadmap to understanding emotions, their impacts on day-to-day life, and turning that knowledge in action for a better emotional state. The gathering takes place at UFV Abbotsford in room … Read more

Portals into Nature closing reception — Nov 8

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Please join us for the closing reception of ‘Portals into Nature’ on Friday, Nov. 8 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at the UFV Abbotsford S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. This group exhibit, curated by SoCA student Megan Ali and recent SoCA graduate Yukun Lin, reflects on the ever-changing relationship between … Read more

UFV community feedback sought in Presidential search

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The UFV Board of Governors has started the process to select the next President & Vice-Chancellor. The successful candidate will succeed Dr. Joanne MacLean when she retires on June 30, 2025, and the board is looking to staff and faculty for feedback on the position profile that will be used in the search. See the … Read more

Policy update

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The following administrative policies have been approved and are now in effect: • Information Security (249) policy • Privacy (250) policy https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca. 10/25/2024

Guest Wi-Fi at UFV

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Last year, IT Services improved the way guests connect to Wi-Fi on campus. The improvements made requesting guest or event Wi-Fi quick and easy, and guests benefited from faster, more secure Wi-Fi. Learn more about how to request guest Wi-Fi and submit a ticket by visiting this link. For more information, contact Ashley Friesen at … Read more