UFV Global Game Jam — Jan 30-Feb 2

UFV Global Game Jam 2026 – Abbotsford Campus The University of the Fraser Valley invites students, staff, and faculty from all disciplines to participate in Global Game Jam 2026, an international event celebrating creativity, collaboration, and game-making. Open to all experience levels, this immersive weekend challenges participants to design and build digital or physical games … Read more

Xyólhmet Ye Syéwiqwélh (Taking Care of Our Children) residential school panel —

Join senior researchers from the Stó:lō Research and Resource Management Centre and UFV Peace and Reconciliation Centre, along with survivor Grand Chief Clarence Pennier, for a frank discussion about ongoing residential school research. Panel discussion to be followed by Q&A with additional research experts from the Xyólhmet Ye Syéwiqwélh team to help field questions. Panelists: … Read more

The Afternoon Exchange: A UFV Alumni mentorship experience

This event is designed to bring together students and recent alumni (0–5 years post-graduation) for an afternoon of relaxed, meaningful conversation. Whether you’re still figuring things out or already a few steps into your career, your perspective as a UFV graduate is incredibly valuable. The Afternoon Exchange focuses on small-group conversations where participants can share … Read more

Provost Lunch & Learn — Community Engagement Portfolio — Jan 15

You’re invited! Provost Lunch and Learn: Community Engagement Portfolio Hosted by the Vice President Community Engagement team Session Overview The Vice President Community Engagement portfolio will share updates across six areas, with short presentations and time reserved for Q&A. Agenda Topics • Marketing: UFV’s new visual brand • Relationship & Fund Development: Building a culture … Read more

Policy 46 — Instructional Responsibilities — information session — Dec 19

Policy 46 – Instructional Responsibilities: effective January 1, 2026 The revision to Policy 46 – Instructional Responsibilities was recently approved by Senate and the President and will be effective January 1, 2026. This revision was undertaken by a comprehensive working group led by Dr. Awneet Sivia, and included representatives from faculty and administrators followed by … Read more

Bicycle Mechanics Level 2 — Jan 5-Feb 9

Cost: $332 Prerequisite: Bicycle Mechanics Level 1 Building on Bicycle Mechanics Level 1, this class focuses on advanced systems. Learn about suspension and disc brake maintenance and service, shop procedures, and wheel building and trouble shooting. Master the tricks of the trade from a bike specialist, who has worked as the national cycling team’s mechanic … Read more

Instructional Skills Workshop and Facilitator Development Workshop dates for 2026

The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is an internationally recognized program that provides participants with opportunities to explore their teaching practice through experiential learning. This workshop is designed for new and experienced educators alike. As part of the ISW process, participants deliver mini-lessons and receive peer feedback from fellow participants. • February 17-20, 2026 (Tues-Fri), Abbotsford … Read more

Pruning workshop – sharpen your skills in the garden — Feb 7

Cost: $119 Join us for an immersive, hands-on workshop where you will learn essential pruning techniques to enhance the health and beauty of your plants. Guided by expert instruction, you will practice making proper cuts on a variety of plant material, including ornamental shrubs, and shade trees. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just … Read more

Canada’s Ozone Layer Protection Awareness Program (CFC Recovery) — March 23-30

Cost: $299 Based on Environment Canada’s Code of Practice for reducing chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) emissions, this course covers environmental data, B.C. environmental legislation, the principles of safe refrigerant recovery procedures, refrigerant types and applications, refrigerant properties and toxicity, domestic and commercial refrigeration systems, recovery and recycling operations, refrigerant storage and re-use, and a basic comparison study … Read more

De Luna publishes book chapter on critical digital assessment in Spanish teaching

María Eugenia De Luna, an associate professor of Spanish and Linguistics, has published a new book chapter titled “De la teoría a la acción digital: kits de redes sociales como evaluación crítica en la enseñanza del español” [From Theory to Digital Action: Social Media Kits as Critical Assessment in Spanish Language Teaching] in the edited … Read more

Restaurant Wars: The Better Plate — Jan 30

Looking for the perfect holiday gift? We’ve got you covered! Purchase tickets to Restaurant Wars, where the Professional Cook class competes to see who can create the best three-course meal for just $50. Your support helps our students raise funds for an exciting field trip to Granville Island’s Foodie Tours! Fri, Jan 30 Doors open … Read more