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A virtual town hall meeting was held on May 10, 2021 to discuss the preliminary public health guidance for Fall 2021 provided in the COVID-19 Return-to-Campus Primer. Participants at the town hall included representatives from the Office of the Provincial Health Officer, as well as senior representatives from public post-secondary institutions and post-secondary labour unions. … Read more
A message from President Joanne MacLean: Dear colleagues, Over the past 15 months you have overcome the personal and professional challenges imposed by the pandemic. Thank you for all you have done to persevere through this academic year in support of students and their education. As COVID-19 case numbers trend slightly lower, and as … Read more
The exteriors of Buildings A and B on the Abbotsford campus are being painted to match the EFIS renewal project from May 3 – June 30, 2021. Work will be completed Monday – Friday between the hours of 7 am–6 pm Areas of the exterior may be temporarily cordoned off while work is being facilitated. … Read more
Online Co-op Information Sessions! Find out how you can combine your academic studies with relevant paid work experience! Hosted by our co-op coordinators, the session will include the details, benefits, program requirements, and how to apply to the Co-op program. There will be an opportunity for Q&A during the session. Note: all sessions contain the … Read more
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
To promote and raise awareness for the National Accessibility Week, May 31 – June 4, 2021, the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC) and the Centre for Accessibility Services (CAS) are hosting a three-day online event featuring keynote presenters, workshops, a student panel, and other relevant sessions to showcase and learn about accessibility. All sessions will … Read more
Math and Stats department assistant Margret Bollerup is also a published poet. She is pictured above with her mum, Roberta, whom she describes as: former physician, fierce friend, intrepid Guider, and general firecracker, now lives with mixed (Alzheimer’s and vascular) dementia. Roberta’s husband Bryan is her main caregiver, but it is a testament to the … Read more
Upcoming Schedule: MicroCourse 1 – Course Organization — TBA MicroCourse 2 – Adapting Instruction — Wed, May 19 at 1 pm MicroCourse 3 – Assessments – Thurs, May 13 at 2 pm MicroCourse 4 – Discussion Forum — Thurs, May 13 at 1 pm MicroCourse 5 – Course Video — TBA MicroCourse 6 – Synchronous … 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: PeerScholar Workshop — Thurs, May 11 (11-12 pm) … Read more
Teaching and Learning is offering some new course-building help workshops. New! Basics of Universal Design workshop Facilitator: Rhonda Darbyson Thurs — May 6, 20, June 3, 17 (10-11 am) Storyboard your Course workshop Facilitator: Ken Harmel Mon — May 10 & 20 (11-11:30 am) New! Building a Student-Centred Syllabus workshop Facilitator: Claire Hay Wed — … Read more
The School of Business is happy to announce the first seminar hosted by our new director, Dr. Christophe Schinckus! Chris will be speaking on Sustainable Finance: Trends reshaping Markets and Education: Proposal for a Master in Sustainable Finance at UFV — discussing program development and integrating research. The seminar will be held via Zoom on … Read more
Human Resources has been offering ongoing training sessions to train users on the functions of the new Applicant Tracking System, which has now been LIVE since January 7, 2021. Features of the new system include: Web-based posting requisition form Multi-level, online approvals, and posting tracking Online application interface for job seekers Secure resume viewing dashboard … Read more
UFV employees enrolled in the UFV Group MSP Plan are advised that the administration of the plan is changing For more information, contact Debbie Dyck at debbie.dyck@ufv.ca 05/15/2021
Would you like to live a healthier life? Check out Manulife Vitality for Group Benefits Members, an app-based program that helps you know your health, improve your health and enjoy the rewards. Manulife Vitality is now available to all UFV employees with extended health care coverage. The Manulife Vitality app boosts your motivation to make … Read more
The Board Chair for the UFV Student Union Society is responsible for chairing the SUS Board of Directors. The purpose of the role is to ensure the organization is fulfilling its mission and facilitate a collaborative and engaged Board of Directors by providing guidance and practicing effective governance. Please apply through the link provided. – … Read more