MicroCourses — Online & Hybrid Teaching Fundamentals — June 1-24

The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering an ongoing MicroCourse series of workshops (essential Blackboard tools for online and hybrid courses ), with synchronous sessions for each MicroCourse scheduled weekly. Upcoming Schedule: MicroCourse 1 – Course Organization – Tues, Jun 1 at 11am MicroCourse 2 – Adapting Instruction – TBA MicroCourse 3 – Assessments – … Read more

National Indigenous Peoples Week — June 14-17

The Indigenous Student Centre is hosting a National Indigenous Peoples day virtually over four days from June 14-17 from 11:30 am-1 pm We are hosting the following sessions: June 14, 2021 — Sts’ailes Language Dance Group led by Bibiana Norris and Evangeline Point June 15, 2021 — Storytelling with David Gutierrez June 16, 2021 — … Read more

UFV Provost James Mandigo previews fall class composition

As we start to look towards a new normal this Fall (read the BC restart plan here released on May 25th), UFV’s approach to achieving our vision of being a gathering place for learners, leaders and seekers and the ways in which we engage learners, transform lives, and build communities is starting to become clearer. … Read more

Return to campus plan coming

On May 25, Dr. Bonnie Henry, the Government of British Columbia, and the Provincial Health Office released BC’s Restart Plan, a phased approach to returning the province safely to normal life over the course of the next three months. The BC Restart plan is based on scientific data including declining COVID-19 case rates, declining hospitalization … Read more

Celebrate great online teaching at UFV — June 8

PURPOSE: This year has been a study in overcoming challenges. The pivot to online learning is just one of the many challenges faced by UFV faculty who rolled up their sleeves and got to work creating exemplary online activities, resources, and components to support the success of UFV students. This event recognizes and celebrates your … Read more

Research Option & Scholarly Activity (ROSA) workshop —

Are you interested in applying for a Research Option or Scholarly Activity (ROSA) release, or a Scholarly Activity Grant? The UFV Research Office facilitates an annual workshop for permanent teaching faculty who are interested in applying for ROSA. Applications are due October 31 of each year, in ROMEO, our research administration portal. This workshop covers: … Read more

Faculty sabbatical leave workshop — June 9

Are you a UFV faculty member interested in applying for a 2022-2023 sabbatical leave? Ask questions and receive feedback before submitting your application by attending our online sabbatical leave workshop: Wed, June 9 10–11:30 am Zoom Facilitated by Dr. Garry Fehr, AVP, Research, Engagement, and Graduate Studies RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/faculty-sabbatical-leave-workshop-tickets-156296640459 In this workshop you will learn … Read more

Thinking about visiting campus? A refresher on requirements.

As remote work and learning continue for the majority of people at UFV, if you are required to visit campus, please adhere to the following guidelines and requirements. You must complete the COVID-19 orientation for employees (available on blackboard), and return the certificate to your supervisor as proof of completion. you must wear a non-medical … Read more

Roadway closure May 17-June 4

Please note the roadway running from Lot 3 to Lot 7 (north side of Abbotsford campus A building) will be closed to vehicle traffic May 17 to June 4  as a section of the water main leading through the front entry project will be replaced. Pedestrian traffic from Lots 4 and 5 can gain access … Read more

Teaching and Learning — Course Design Workshops

Teaching and Learning is offering some new course building help workshops. “New” Basics of Universal Design Workshop Facilitator: Rhonda Darbyson Dates: Thurs – May 6, 20, June 3, 17 (10-11 am) Storyboard your Course workshop Facilitator: Ken Harmel Dates: Mon – May 10 & 20 (11-11:30 am) “New” Building a Student-Centred Syllabus Workshop Facilitator: Claire … Read more