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Abbotsford is home to over 5,000 new immigrants. Unfortunately, there are many challenges for these individuals such as learning language, community adaptation, and developing healthy family dynamics. We are a group of community development students from UFV who desire to support these families by hosting a Multicultural Family Fun Night on November 22, 2019 … Read more
Are you interested in going on an internship? Have you been on an internship before? This event will explore the ethics of engaging in internships that are both international and local. It will explore the challenges and opportunities that are present in the dynamics of internships. All are welcome to join in on this conversation! … Read more
Politalk: What Now? Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the outcome of the 2019 Federal Election and what it means for Canadians and the International Community. Panelists include: Jeanette Ashe (Douglas College), Clare McGovern (SFU), Satwinder Bains, Martha Dow, Jessica Price and Tyler Chamberlain Moderator: Duncan Herd, Political Science major Organized by: Fiona MacDonald, … Read more
Please join us in saying farewell to longtime UFV faculty member and Communications associate professor Lynn Kirkland-Harvey! Tues, Nov 12 3-4:30 pm U House F124 For more information, contact Jennifer Browne at jennifer.browne@ufv.ca 11/13/2019
UFV History Dept. Film Series: “Food, Culture, and History” – Join us for the film screening of “The Lunch Box” Open to the public. Refreshments and snacks provided. Thurs, Nov 7 3-5 pm Abbotsford campus, B121 For more information, contact Nicole Kungle at nicole.kungle@ufv.ca 11/08/2019
What is happening? Ten classrooms, two drop-in student labs, and one meeting room are moving into Abbotsford’s renovated Building K (formerly Finnegan’s Pub) from Building A. When? Monday, Nov 4 Why? This is the next scheduled step as UFV’s Building Renewal Project improves the appearance and lifespan of buildings A-East and D. What do I … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Assistant, CFO and VP Administration Sessional Faculty Instructor, Theatre School Assistant, School of Land Use and Environmental Change Material Handler Digital Analyst, Marketing Specialist, Teaching and Learning Auxiliary, Exam Invigilators Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice (3 … Read more
Financial Aid and Awards Tips for November Registration for next semester is just around the corner. Remember to set aside $200 for your winter semester deposit – fee deferrals are not a given. If you require a student loan for the winter semester and you haven’t already applied, do so now by going to www.studentaidbc.ca … Read more
Tenancy Workshop for all current UFV Students presented by TRAC (Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre). Topics include: • How to protect yourself • Your Rights and Responsibilities • Dealing with roommates/co-tenants disagreement • Common safety things to look for • Repairs & Evictions, etc. For more information, contact Adrian Bontuyan at adrian.bontuyan@ufv.ca 10/13/2019
UFV School of Creative Arts (SoCA) Townhall Meeting Thurs, Nov 7 2 pm Abby D115 Question and answer session with Heather Davis-Fisch, SoCA director. SoCA students will have the opportunity to learn more about the School of Creative Arts, ask questions and receive information during a free pizza lunch. The townhall will be led by … Read more
What is happening? Traffic control along University Way (between Abbotsford Centre and Lot 4), Gillis Ave (south campus Ring Road), and adjoining parking lots. When? Thursday Oct 31 – Friday Nov 1 Why? Replanting following the removal of trees during UFV’s Building Renewal Project. What do I need to do? Please obey traffic control personnel … Read more
Please join us for UFV’s Scholarly Sharing Initiative, Fall 2019. Be uplifted by analysis! Be moved by insight! Ask questions and share ideas! The Scholarly Sharing Initiative, founded in 2011, is an informal monthly gathering where faculty, students, and interested others can gather over lunch and coffee to share, discuss, present, and receive feedback on … Read more
Please join us for UFV’s Scholarly Sharing Initiative, Fall 2019. Be uplifted by analysis! Be moved by insight! Ask questions and share ideas! The Scholarly Sharing Initiative, founded in 2011, is an informal monthly gathering where faculty, students, and interested others can gather over lunch and coffee to share, discuss, present, and receive feedback on … Read more
Rae McCombs, who played an integral role in UFV’s Continuing Education department in the 1980s and 1990s, passed away peacefully at home on Sept 27, 2019. He leaves to mourn his wife Lillian, who retired from UFV as a chemistry instructor in 2007, as well as three children (Brendan, Michelle, and Damien), one step-daughter (Nicole), … Read more
Meet, celebrate, and learn with entrepreneurs & leaders of fast-growing, award-winning companies in Canada. This inspiring event will feature many of the tech world’s most successful business leaders and entrepreneurs. With over 20 speakers, three information-rich panels, lightning talks, networking opportunities, interactive LIVE drum session ft. Drumeo, and a PITCH Competition, this is the one … Read more