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Please be advised that a film crew will be onsite during Reading Break at the Abbotsford Centre and in some UFV parking lots from February 19 – 21, 2020. This will affect traffic and parking on and around campus. A film crew will be onsite during reading break at the Abbotsford Centre and in some … Read more
Reading and Panel Discussion Featuring Adele Barclay, Dina Del Bucchia, and Kyla Jamieson. The writers will read from their own work, engage in a discussion about writing and craft, and then open up to a q&a from the audience. Everyone welcome! Tues, March 31 3:15-5:15 pm Abby B121 For more information, contact Sha Scholtens at … Read more
In Search of the Lehman Sisters: Why Public Conversations Need Women’s Insights A public talk by Informed Opinions founder Shari Graydon What are the barriers to women speaking up, and the consequences to not being heard? What difference would it make if their voices were more equitably reflected, and how can individual women change the … Read more
Save the Date and come interact with students from CMNS 180: Introduction to Intercultural Communication, about their resource displays on six topics: – United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples – Intercultural Competence in the Workplace – Intercultural Communication in the Context of Accessibility and Gender Stereotypes – Racism in Canada – Intercultural … Read more
Save the Date and come try out collaborative activities that can improve your group and team work. The students from CMNS 280, Team and Small Group Communication for the Workplace, are putting together a compendium of non-competitive activities that will help your group increase bonding among members no matter what their cultural background. A diverse … Read more
The call for nominations for upcoming student vacancies on the Senate and the Board of Governors, closed Monday, Feb 3. An election campaign is now underway for four Board candidates and eleven Senate candidates. Board candidates: – Andrew Stahl – Dumanveer Binar – Duncan Herd – Simran Singh Sandhu Senate candidates: – Abdul Aziz Abdul … Read more
Join us for a presentation on Segregation Reform in Canada by Howard Sapers, followed by a question-and-answer period. Howard Sapers was the Correctional Investigator of Canada during the tenure of the Harper government. After that, he accepted a position with the Ontario government where he investigated and reported on the use of solitary confinement. Mr. … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Assistant, Director of the School of Business Advisor, School of Business Auxiliary, Exam Invigilators/Proctors Janitor Coordinator, International Mobility (Outbound) Assistant, Enrolment Services School Assistant, School of Creative Arts Department Assistant, English Production Assistant, Marketing International Student Relations … Read more
The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the following policy that has been recommended to be rescinded. Student Residence Code of Conduct (73 & 76). Supporting documents are available at: https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ If you have any feedback, please submit your comments to Policyconsult@ufv.ca by Feb 14, 2020. Thank you for your input. – – https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For … Read more
Feb 20-21 9 am–4:30 pm UFV Abbotsford Campus, K171 Now that you have set the foundation and have completed the Educators Journey to Reconciliation, it is time to apply your knowledge. This workshop will provide you with hands-on experience and resources that will bring together worldviews and Indigenous ways of knowing into the classroom. Bring … Read more
Feb 18-19 9 am–4:30 pm UFV Abbotsford Campus – G124 During our two days together, we will go through a journey to discover challenges and best practices in decolonizing the classroom and, our education practice. We will explore strategies for creating a culturally safe learning environment and indigenizing through reconciling Indigenous worldviews, ways of knowing … Read more
Feb 26 6–8 pm UFV Abbotsford Campus, A352 UFV History Department Film Series: “Food, Culture, and History” Winter 2020 Film Screening Wednesday, February 26, Abbotsford Campus, A352, 6pm-8pm “Soul Food Junkies” (PBS 2012) Director: Byron Hurt Snacks and refreshments provided Free and open to the public. Film discussion to follow screenings. Contact for more information: … Read more
Feb 28 1–2:20 pm B101 A Free Comedy Showcase! ENGL 271: Laughing Matters – The Rhetoric of Stand-up Comedy Come and enjoy a free comedy show! This special presentation of the UFV English department, with generous support of the College of Arts. Featuring acclaimed local comedians Cliff Prang, Helena Paul, and Rajnish Dhawan (Who happens … Read more
Do you know students who want to explore careers that fit them? This workshop leads you through self-assessments, world of work assessments, and helps you decide on next steps. Choose from 2 sessions: Chilliwack – February 12 Abbotsford – March 3 Call UFV Student Services to register: Abbotsford, Room B214, 604-854-4528 Chilliwack (CEP), Room A1318, … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Janitors Instructor, Kinesiology Assistant Professor, Graphic and Digital Design Sessional Faculty, Summer 2020 Advisor, Centre for Accessibility Services Auxiliary, Logistics Services Coordinator, Coursepack & Ecommerce Library Technician, East To view details on these postings, and for a … Read more