Board Games “Unplug” — Jan 29

Pop by the Student Life Lounge to unplug from technology (and your studies) and play some old-fashioned board games! Wed, Jan 29 2-5 pm Building S Student Life Lounge S1111 http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 01/30/2020

Cardio Kickboxing Fitness — Jan 29

Use kickboxing drills and skills to give you a total body cardio, core and power workout! Participants must wear athletic clothing and footwear and bring a water bottle. Wed, Jan 29 4:35-5:15 pm Building S — Evered Hall North section http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 01/30/2020

Woof Woof Wednesdays — Through April 1

Need some animal therapy in your life? Visit the dogs from Saint John’s Ambulance’s therapy dog program and get some cuddles! They will be at CEP every Wednesday for the Winter semester. Wednesdays through April 1 11:30 am-1 pm CEP Atrium, across from cafeteria http://www.ufv.ca/prlc For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 04/01/2020

Tea and Zen Garden — Tues, Jan 28

Build your own Zen Garden, the Japanese term “karesansui” meaning dry landscape. Through the Zen practice, raking and maintenance of the garden helps increase mindfulness and meditation while decreasing stress by emptying and quieting the mind. This will help set up positive and stress free practices for your semester ahead. Tues, Jan 28 Noon- 3 … Read more

Self-Care toolkit workshop — Jan 28

This workshop was created to bring awareness to the importance of self-care. We will discuss what self-care means for students in everyday life, different areas of self-care, and various self-care techniques and activities, in order to help you create your own self-care toolkits to support you in your academic journeys and in your everyday life. … Read more

Doughnut Stress — Jan 28

Pop by the foyer outside of the South gym in Building E to grab some fresh & hot mini donuts! Tues, Jan 28 11 am-2 pm Building E Envision Athletic Centre Foyer http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 01/29/2020

BollyX Fitness — Mon, Jan 27

Bollywood-inspired dance-fitness program is fun and invigorating. This workout will get you moving, sweating, burning, and smiling — all at once! Heart pumping exercise is good for the body and mind. Exercise releases chemical-like endorphins that improve mood and reduce stress and anxiety, having a positive effect on your mental health. All levels, no dance … Read more

Mindfulness & stretching session — Mon, Jan 27

This 45-minute session focuses on restorative stretching, calming breathing techniques, and mindful awareness. Participants should be wearing comfortable clothing they can move easily in. Yoga mats are provided. Mon, Jan 27 1-1:45 pm Building D – D105 http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 01/28/2020

UFV Cascades volleyball pre-game fun!

Wear green to be seen and fill your head and hearts with PRIDE! Face painting, fan sign making and lots of pre-game fun! Just show up and present your Campus Card to gain access. Rally your fellow students, staff, and faculty and come cheer on your UFV CASCADES vs. Capilano University! 6 pm Women’s game … Read more

Cups of Calmness and Colouring — Jan 27

Join the UFV Mental Health Club for a cup of calming tea, colouring, and open discussion around mental health topics. Mon, Jan 27 11 am-2 pm Building S — Student Life Lounge S1111 http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, contact Ashley Ward-Hall at ashley.wardhall@ufv.ca 01/28/2020

THRIVE Week — Jan 27-31

The Coast Capital Savings Peer Resource & Leadership Centre (PRLC) and Campus Recreation are partnering to bring you Thrive Week 2020!. This is a series of FREE events that focus on promoting positive mental health through encouraging dialogue about balance, community engagement, social support, and healthy lifestyle choices. This week of events is open to … Read more

Career opportunities — Jan 27

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Assistant Professor, Biology Coordinator, Space Planning & Design Advisor, Centre for Accessibility Services Manager, Donor Relations Coordinator, Student Transition & Engagement Technical System Analyst I IT Service Desk Analyst I Manager, Environmental Health & Safety Officer, Annual … Read more

Mindfulness Skills for Student Success

Decrease Anxiety: Develop skills to reduce anxiety and be less overwhelmed. During those roller coaster emotional moments of anxiety, learn how to access the tools within you to calm your anxiety. Research shows that mindfulness helps us lessen anxiety. Thurs, Jan 30 12:15-12:45 pm Building S – Evered Hall, North section http://www.ufv.ca/thrive For more information, … Read more

Valuing Plants: Learning from each other

Join the talk! Dr. Nancy Turner, an ethnobotanist and professor emeritus at UVic, will discuss the cultural roles of plants and ways in which botanical knowledge is shared. Fri, Feb 28 2:30–3:30 pm Chilliwack: Gathering Place Reception to follow. Everyone welcome! Hosted by: College of Arts and Faculty of Science Please share with any faculty, … Read more