Obituary: Dona Coates

Longtime UFV employees will be sad to hear of the passing of Dona Coates, a faculty member in early childhood education in the 1990s. Here is a link to her obituary: https://vancouversunandprovince.remembering.ca/obituary/dona-coates-1093323752

Obituary: Donna Costello

Many at UFV will be saddened to hear of the passing of Donna Costello. Donna taught in the Upgrading and University Prep department for many years, starting in 1989. Here is a link to her obituary: https://www.remembering.ca/obituary/donna-costello-1093466448 

Senate public meeting — Feb 13

The next Senate public meeting is scheduled for Friday, February 13 at 1:30 pm on the Abbotsford campus , Room A225 The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, Feb 3 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 02/03/2026

Moodboard and Matcha — Jan 28

🍵💜 UFV MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS: MOODBOARD & MATCHA 💜🍵 Join us for a cozy and creative evening where you can create your own vision board, enjoy warm drinks & snacks, take cute polaroid photos, and meet new people! 📅 Wed, Jan 28 🕕 6–8 pm 📍 Room S1111 💜 Personalised vision boards 🍵 Matcha, chai … Read more

Settler Colonialism in Palestine and Canada: Resilience Despite Dispossession — Feb 2

UFV employees are invited to Settler Colonialism in Palestine and Canada: Resilience Despite Dispossession, a talk by Dr. Gwendolyn Point and Dr. André Elias Mazawi. Friday, February 6 from 2-4:30 PM on the Abbotsford campus (location room will be shared with registered participants the day before the event) Registration: forms.office.com/r/mkzMzk75cE Space is limited. Registration closes … Read more

Beyond Red Flags: Skills for Healthy, Respectful Relationships — Feb 11

Ever wondered what healthy relationships look like? Join this workshop hosted by Student Wellness facilitated by with counsellor Danica Elliot from SARA for Women to learn how to spot red and green flags, set boundaries, communicate clearly, and build respectful relationships. Practical, honest, and judgment-free. Whether you’re navigating friendships, dating, in a long-term relationship, or … Read more

InterFaith Lecture Series — Baba Farid, a 13th-century Punjabi-Sofi poet

InterFaith Lecture Series by Dr. Asma Quadri, Research Associate at the South Asian Studies Institute Please join our InterFaith lecture series, which will be delivered in English and Punjabi. Lecture on BABA FARID, a 13th century Punjabi Sufi poet This lecture explores the spiritual and poetic legacy of Baba Farid, a 13th century Punjabi Sufi … Read more

Fundamentals of AutoCAD Workshop — Level up your shop — Feb 28-March 14

Cost: $369 Prerequisite: None. Build a solid foundation in 2D digital drafting with this hands‑on, beginner‑friendly AutoCAD course designed for today’s manufacturing and fabrication environments. Learn to navigate the AutoCAD workspace, apply essential drawing and editing tools, and work confidently with industry‑standard features such as layers, annotation, and dimensioning. Focus on creating and modifying files … Read more

InterFaith Lecture Series; The traditions of Langar — Feb 19

Exploring the tradition of Langar This lecture explores the tradition of Langar, the Punjabi communal kitchen, which embodies the principles of equality, service, and shared humanity. Thurs, Feb 19 2-4 pm, Sikh Heritage Museum 33089 South Fraser way in Abbotsford The lectures are open for all, and entrance is free. We would appreciate if you … Read more

Chilliwack campus Open House — Feb 26

Chilliwack Campus Open House Explore career pathways in Trades & Technology, Health Sciences, and Agriculture at UFV’s Chilliwack campus. Whether you’re focused on a specific career path or exploring your options, the Chilliwack Campus Open House offers hands-on experiences, live demonstrations, and the chance to connect directly with UFV faculty and recruiters. 🕓 4–7 pm … Read more

HRSA Social — Jan 29

Looking for a fun break from classes? HRSA is hosting an HRSA Social, and you don’t want to miss this one 👀🎉 It’s a chill, high-energy event where you can play games, meet the HRSA executive team, snack, and connect with students who share your interests — no pressure, just good vibes. 🎯 Why should … Read more