Science Talks: Indigenous Studies with Dr. Wenona Hall — Sept 7

The UFV Alumni Association is proud to once again support Science Talks, a series of virtual science cafés dedicated to exploring the latest research and ideas in some of the most exciting areas in science. Join UFV’s experts in the field for stimulating discussion and a chance to cut through the ‘fake news’ and misinformation … Read more

Fundamentals of Writing for the Web — Sept 14

Research shows that the ways in which we consume information have been changing significantly as more information and content moves online. Learn the fundamentals of how to inform, instruct and inspire your website visitors. Facilitators: Stephanie Jantzen and Marieme Mbengue of the Marketing team in University Relations. Tues, Sept 14 10 am-noon Abby A232 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fundamentals-of-writing-for-the-web-tickets-164050813399 … Read more

Abbotsford quick print shop to reopen

The Abbotsford campus quick print shop will be open every Tuesday, starting Sept. 7, 2021! During COVID the Abbotsford print shop was closed for service; however we are excited to announce that starting Sept 7, the Abbotsford print shop will be open every Tuesday (one day/week). Please check out the website to view specific services … Read more

Applicant Tracking System — training session for hiring managers and SAC Chairs

Human Resources has been offering ongoing training sessions to train users on the functions of the new Applicant Tracking System, which has been live since January 7, 2021. Features of the new system include: Web-based posting requisition form Multi-level, online approvals, and posting tracking  Online application interface for job seekers  Secure resume viewing dashboard for … Read more

August welcome back message from Dr. Joanne Maclean

Welcome back as we begin our next phase in the Return to Campus plan! I’m looking forward to having students, faculty, and staff on campus and to seeing and hearing the sights and sounds of a vibrant university coming back to life this fall. I also recognize some of you may be concerned about not … Read more

Teams for courses available this fall

As part of the M365 project, faculty can request an MS Team shell for a course starting September 13, 2021. To request an MS Team course shell, faculty will fill out the IT Services M365 request form (available starting September 13), and the Team shell will be created and automatically populated for use this semester. … Read more

MicroCourses – Teaching Fundamentals Aug 16-31

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. The primary objective of these MicroCourses is the pedagogy behind the tools and how they can be used to: *achieve learning objectives *promote student engagement … Read more

Textbook buyback Aug 24-26 & Aug 31-Sept 2

The UFV Bookstore is please to announce we will be hosting Textbook Buyback for the Fall 2021 semester! Buyback will be happening August 24-26, and August 31-September 2 from 11am-3pm. Don’t forget, our Fall 2021 textbook list is available on August 23rd! Come in to shop, sell, and see what is new at the Abbotsford … Read more

Minimizing Barriers for Multilingual Learners – Workshop Series

During the summer months, please join Carol Suhr, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Internationalization, in a 5-part workshop series on ways to minimize barriers for multilingual learners. The sessions will provide an opportunity for faculty members to reflect and identify possible barriers for learning, and ‘weave’ the basic principles of Universal Design into their everyday practice. … Read more

Grant Writing Workshops Aug 24 & 27: Tips and Tricks for Writing an NSERC Grant Proposal

Online workshops are available for UFV faculty interested in applying for funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). Aug 24 & 27, 2021 10-11:30 am Zoom event – RSVP for link   Aug 24: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grant-writing-workshop-tips-and-tricks-for-writing-an-nserc-grant-proposal-tickets-166536931445 Aug 27: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grant-writing-workshop-developing-a-successful-sshrc-insight-grant-proposal-tickets-166540560299 For more information, contact Tracy Morrison at tracy.morrison@ufv.ca 08/24/2021

Opportunity to serve on Dean Selection Advisory Committees

UFV Provost and VP Academic James Mandigo and UFV Human Resources are seeking Expressions of Interest from internal members of the UFV community to serve on Selection Advisory Committees (SACs) for two Deans who will commence five-year terms starting January 1, 2022: – Dean, Faculty of Professional Studies – Dean, (new) Faculty of Education, Community, and Human … Read more