UFV's announcement source
The UFV Now Monday edition, which covers general UFV news and events, will move to its traditional summer schedule of biweekly editions this week, until Aug 9. It will then resume weekly publication. We will continue to publish the Thursday Return to Campus edition. Here is the planned schedule: Mon, June 28 Mon, July 12 … Read more
At its June 11, 2021, meeting, Senate approved the following policy revisions: • Course Audit (108) • Honorary Doctorate Degrees (221) These policies can be found at: https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 06/30/2021
At its June 10, 2021 meeting, the Board of Governors approved the following policies and policy direction review and revisions: The following policy revision was also approved: Board policy BRP-200.04 — Controlled Entities (no changes) Board policy BRP-205.05 — Budget Process and Approval Board policy BRP-215.01 — Investment Policy The following policy direction revision was … Read more
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 29 at 11 am MicroCourse 2 — Adapting Instruction — TBA MicroCourse 3 — Assessments … Read more
Join Manulife for a live webinar on everything you need to know about Manulife Vitality Group Benefits — an app-based wellness program that rewards you for healthy habits. The program is available to all UFV employees with extended health care coverage. https://manulifefinancial.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteurl=manulifefinancial&service=6&rnd=0.5744467264424328&main_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmanulifefinancial.webex.com%2Fec3300%2Feventcenter%2Fprogram%2FprogramDetail.do%3FtheAction%3Ddetail%26internalProgramTicket%3D4832534b0000000498dbde3dcfe5aad2b6668039cb5fce1badc25c2eda88e9dcf21c7ed77a279824%26siteurl%3Dmanulifefinancial%26internalProgramTicketUnList%3D4832534b0000000498dbde3dcfe5aad2b6668039cb5fce1badc25c2eda88e9dcf21c7ed77a279824%26cProgViewID%3D5841747%26PRID%3Dcb26fa925d4a977b395716d2e1288187 For more information, contact Laurie Coreau at Laurie.Coreau@ufv.ca 07/14/2021
Make your online courses more meaningful. Enhance your teaching with ed tech tools from TLC’s top picks inventory. Browse our A-Z listing or find tools based on teaching outcome, popularity, and type of support. Be sure to check back regularly for updates and new apps. Upcoming Schedule: Camtasia Workshop — Wed, Jun 30 (2-3 pm) … Read more
If you are teaching a course in the hybrid format and have questions about what to expect and how to prepare for it then drop into a hybrid chat session. Teaching and Learning Centre staff trained and experienced in delivering courses in a hybrid format will be there to answer your questions. You may also … Read more
GPM Civil Contracting will be sand blasting the new front entry concrete work June 24 & 25. Although plastic sheeting and fencing has been installed to protect the A-B breezeway entry areas, this will be a noisy and dusty process. Please use caution when entering this area during this time. Thank you for your patience … Read more
The Campus Planning and Facilities Management (CPFM) team will be renovating their Abbotsford campus office space (B150) from June 28 through Dec 15, 2021. During this time, CPFM offices will relocate to: B133 – Facilities Management and Operations B334 – Campus Planning K162 – Project Management Office All department phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same. Please continue to … Read more
Please join Amea Wilbur, Brianna Strumm, and Lorna Andrews on a discussion on Trauma Informed Pedagogy in relation to supporting Indigenous peoples impacted by the discovery of the 215 unmarked graves at Kamloops Residential School. Session dates/times: Wednesday, June 23 (12-1 pm) For information and registration, please contact: tlcevents@ufv.ca – – http://events.ufv.ca/tlc/events/chat-r-chat-reconciliation-special-sessions-2/ For more information, … Read more
Looking to gain volunteer experience and make a difference on campus? Consider applying to the Orientation Ambassador program. The Orientation team has come up with many exciting plans to welcome 2021/22 students to the University of the Fraser Valley. As we welcome new students to university life, the Student Life department is seeking enthusiastic students … Read more
Daily tours of the Agriculture Technology facilities. View first-hand our teaching barn, greenhouses, lab and indoor and outdoor classrooms, starting August 16. Bookings through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/agriculture-technology-facilities-tours-tickets-158019204695 For more information, contact Michelle Morier at michelle.morier@ufv.ca 09/09/2021
Seeking nominations for the 2021 UFV Alumni Association’s Distinguished and Young Distinguished Alumni Awards. We all know our alumni are awesome – here’s your chance to tell them. Nominate an outstanding alum in recognition of their achievements in one or more key areas. Visit our website for more information on how to nominate, and to … Read more
Make your online courses more meaningful. Enhance your teaching with ed tech tools from TLC’s top picks inventory. Browse our A-Z listing or find tools based on teaching outcome, popularity, and type of support. Be sure to check back regularly for updates and new apps. Upcoming Schedule: Camtasia Workshop – Wed, Jun 23 (2-3 pm) … Read more
When it comes to hybrid learning, there is no one-size-fits-all template for planning and implementing your course. Your approach will depend on your specific course, and student audience. We realize you may have many questions! Bring any questions you may have to our chat session on hybrid learning (Chat-H)! In this drop-in session, topics covered … Read more