Obituary: Rae Smith

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Many at UFV will be saddened to hear that Rae Smith, who worked in a number of departments over a 14-year career at the university, passed away on October 22, 2024. Rae started at what was then UCFV as a temporary Counselling & Advising assistant in 1996. She worked as a secretary/receptionist for International Education … Read more

UFV Safety & Security annual clothing drive

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The fifth annual UFV Safety & Security Clothing Drive supports Griffin Security’s community outreach through donations of new socks, gloves, hats, and underwear along with new and gently used coats. There are several drop off locations. On the Abbotsford campus, find collection bins located at: B122 Safety & Security B211 Office of the Registrar B214 … Read more

Chat-I Internationalization — Dec 11

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Since January 2023, there have been a wave of changes to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s policies regarding international students. The sheer number and reach of these changes have caused uncertainty and confusion for Canadian higher education, our programs, our faculty, and our students. Join Victoria Surtees and special guests David McGuire and Daryl Smith … Read more

Language and territory acknowledgment workshop — Dec 10

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Join Lorna Andrews and Leanne Joe on Tuesday, Dec 10 from 12 to 1:30 pm at the UFV Abbotsford Indigenous teaching garden for a language and territory acknowledgment workshop. During this session, we will connect with the land and learn key terms in the Halq’eméylem language that is personal and culturally appropriate for our territory acknowledgment. Because this … Read more

Changemaker Café — Dec 13

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The Changemaker Café is a space for us to connect, celebrate, encourage, share ideas and approaches, and learn from one another. Taking place Friday, Dec 13 from 11 am to noon via Zoom, it is a space to celebrate, encourage, share ideas and approaches, and learn from one another. It is also a place for … Read more

Responsible Conduct of Research webinar — Dec 9

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Responsible research begins with learning key norms, guidelines, and policies. Join the Office of Research Services at Kwantlen Polytechnic to gain insights from Dr. Grace Kelly on essential requirements for ethical and compliant research. This webinar on Monday, Dec 9 from 11 am to noon is open to any individuals involved in research at postsecondary … Read more

Chat-S Storytelling — Dec 18

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On Wednesday, Dec 18 from noon to 1 pm, let’s chat online about traditional storytelling practices, or anything associated with story and oral traditions. Join Leanne Joe (Indigenous Curriculum Developer) to discuss storytelling in teaching and learning. This will be combined with Chat-R and include special guest storyteller and Sto:lo Elder Dr. Gwendolyn Point. Dr. … Read more

Craft and Commiserate — Dec 10

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Join Victoria Surtees for crafts, snacks, and conversation on Tuesday, Dec 10, from 11:30 to 1:30 pm in room G124 on the Abbotsford campus. No agenda –- just a chance to connect with colleagues, debrief the year, and decompress. If it’s your first time, don’t be intimidated by the craft part. You can bring your own … Read more

Community of Practice: Holistic Assessment — Dec 6

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Facilitated by Lorna Andrews and Claire Hay from the Teaching and Learning Centre, the Community of Practice: Holistic Assessment provides a space for dialogue on assessment practices that weave together Indigenous and western perspectives. Taking place online via Zoom, from 9 to 10:30 am on Friday, Dec 6, we will consider how these principles apply to our teaching practice. For … Read more

Join Us for Giving Tuesday 2024: Supporting Students in Need — Dec 3

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On Dec 3, the University of the Fraser Valley will join the global Giving Tuesday movement to raise $10,000 for the Student Support and Resilience Fund. This vital fund serves as a lifeline for students experiencing food insecurity, housing instability, and other urgent needs. For UFV students, life’s unpredictable challenges can quickly become barriers to … Read more

Chat-S storytelling — next session Dec 18

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Let’s chat online about traditional storytelling practices, or anything associated with story and oral traditions. Chat-S sessions are led by Leanne Joe, Indigenous Curriculum Developer, and are scheduled via Zoom for the last Wednesday of the month. Our next topic is Winter Solstice: combined with Chat-R with special guest storyteller and Sto:lo Elder Dr. Gwendolyn … Read more

Staff and faculty headshot session — Jan 15

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The UFV Communications team is hosting its bi-annual faculty and staff headshot session on Wednesday, Jan 15, from 8:30 am to 3 pm on the Chilliwack Campus in Building A, room 2428. All sessions are drop-in (no appointments) and take 15 minutes maximum. When you come to the session please keep these tips in mind: … Read more