Become a better manager this Winter with MGMT 310

Have you heard the expression “People leave managers, not companies”? It’s based on research that shows the single biggest factor in determining employee retention and engagement is the quality of management. This winter semester, you can learn to become the type of manager that builds a desirable workplace for yourself and your employees by enrolling … Read more

Negotiating Salary and Benefits Alumni Panel — Nov 17

The Centre for Experiential and Career Edcuation and Alumni Relations are hosting a Career Month event on negotiating salary. Join us to gain insight from UFV alumni about salary and benefit negotiation strategies at the pre-employment, employment, and pre-departure stages across private, public, and non-profit sectors. Thurs, Nov 17 12-1:30 pm Online https://connect.ufv.ca/2022-career-month-negotiating-salary-and-benefits For more … Read more

Gallery exhibition: Ghosting of Sumas Lake — opening Nov 16

Exhibition: Ghosting of Sumas Lake On view Nov 16-Dec 7, 2022. Ghosting of Sumas Lake is an installation in the S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery in building B, room B136, at the UFV Abbotsford campus, that accompanies the UFV Theatre fall season show of the same name. The installation documents the impact of the November 2021 flooding … Read more

Senate Public Meeting — Nov 18; submission deadline is Nov 8

The next Senate meeting is scheduled for Friday, Nov 18, at 1:30 pm on the Abbotsford Campus in A225. The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, Nov 8 at noon. Please email your submissions to UFVSenate@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/senate/meeting-schedule/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 11/18/2022

Career Month: Ask Me Anything with Dr. Candy Ho — Nov 9

Everyone has burning questions about work and careers. This session is a welcoming space for you to ask them! Dr. Candy Ho, assistant professor, Integrative Career and Capstone Learning from the College of Arts is excited to tackle all your questions and learn together. Think of this as an office hour with an international career … Read more

Continuous Improvements for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) was introduced to all UFV employees and students in 2021 and IT Security recently expanded our MFA protection to include additional applications you may use such as Blackboard and self-serve services within myUFV. The IT Cyber Security team has recognized that some users have been prompted to authenticate every day, rather than … Read more

Safewalk connects security with anyone on campus

Darkness is falling earlier, and safe travel between buildings, classes, and parking lots is available through UFV’s Safewalk program. By calling the 24-hour Security Operation Centre at 1-855-239-7654, anyone can be accompanied by UFV security personnel as they walk the campus. For any questions about UFV’s Safewalk program please visit: https://www.ufv.ca/safety-and-security/security/safewalk/

Pumpkin Carving Event — Oct 28

We are hosting a pumpkin carving event for club members to practise their manual dexterity skills. This event is open to all students, including those that aren’t pre-dental! There will be a carving contest, and the top 3 pumpkin designs will win a prize! Co-Hosted with SUS and myCampusLife Fri, Oct 28 5-7 pm Student … Read more

School of Creative Arts Info Session: Winter 2023 Courses & Events — Nov 7

The School of Creative Arts will be hosting info sessions for the upcoming Winter 2023 semester where students can learn about upcoming courses and events. The School Director and BFA/BMA advisor will be available to answer student questions about program requirements and course planning. Each session will focus on a different area, but students can … Read more

LING 101 — Open Class

Please join Linguistics 101 — Open Class on Wed, Nov 9 from 11:30 am-12:50 pm. First session is “Everything you wanted to know about the sounds of language but were afraid to ask” by Dr. Alan Cameron Please register at: bit.ly/ling101-openclass Please join LING 101 – Open Class, Wednesday November 30th from 11:30am – 12:50pm. … Read more

Student workshop for NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarship Master’s Program

Please join us for a workshop on the NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarships Master’s program: Thurs, Nov 3 Abby A254 1-2 pm The objective of the Canada Graduate Scholarships — Master’s (CGS M) program is to help develop research skills and assist in the training of highly qualified personnel by supporting students who demonstrate a high … Read more