Equity Diversity Inclusion 101

Equity Diversity Inclusion 101 returns with two separate three-part series on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses. In Abbotsford the dates are Feb 28, Mar 6 and Mar 13 (all Wednesdays). Sessions take place from noon to 1 pm in room A225 and are facilitated by Sundeep Hans, director of equity, diversity, and inclusion. In Chilliwack, … Read more

Paper dispenser installation upcoming — Jan 9-13

New paper dispensers are being installed in washroom and lunchroom areas at the UFV Abbotsford campus as well as Clearbrook Centre and the UFV Aerospace Centre.  This installation takes place Jan 9-13. Installers will be working from approximately 7 am to 7 pm and will adhere to the UFV room bookings schedule to ensure there … Read more

Open court co-ed sports — Jan 8 to Apr 1, 2024

Have fun, be active and meet new people. Approved sports for co-ed open court include basketball, badminton, pickleball, and spike ball. Activities are available on a first come first serve basis. Equipment is available for sign-out with your UFV Campus card and must be returned prior to leaving. Any damaged or loss of equipment may … Read more

Drop-in badminton (co-ed) — Jan 8 to Apr 1, 2024

Have fun, be active and meet new people. Drop-in badminton is co-ed and is organized for participants to play doubles. Participants will be required to rotate games every 12 minutes unless there is no one waiting in the queue. Games are self-reffed, focusing on fun. Recreation staff are on site to organize casual games, monitor … Read more

Self-Care Yoga — Jan 8 to Apr 1

A mind-body practice that combines yoga postures, movements, and breathing techniques to help you reduce stress, and increase your energy. This is an opportunity to take some ‘me’ time. Jan 8, 2024 through Apr 1, 2024 Mondays and Wednesdays 12:10 to 12:50 pm UFV Abbotsford, building E See https://ufv.ca/campusrec/ or email Cheryl Johnson at cheryl.johnson@ufv.ca … Read more

Giving Tuesday in support of the UFV-SUS Food Bank — Nov 28

Giving Tuesday is  approaching on Nov 28 in support of the UFV-SUS Food Bank. The food bank is a dedicated space where students in need can access a range of items, including non-perishable foods, toiletries, and personal hygiene products. Since the beginning of the academic year, the UFV-SUS Food Bank has seen an estimated 500 … Read more

Emocean by Dawn Beebe — Nov 16 to Dec 8

Part of an emerging artist collection, Emocean showcases Dawn Beebe’s 2022-23 series of two and three-dimensional work, which aims to explore new materials and utilize growing skillsets, demonstrating her expanding artistic practice. Her vision is to investigate the world in an organic yet practical manner using colour, design, found, or recycled materials. See her work … Read more

Changes to guest/event Wi-Fi — Starting Nov 6

ITS is improving the way guests connect to Wi-Fi on campus. The improvements will make requesting guest or event Wi-Fi quick and easy, and guests will benefit from faster, more secure Wi-Fi. Starting Mon, Nov 6, when guest or event Wi-Fi is required, simply submit a ticket by visiting https://itservicedesk.ufv.ca/TDClient/52/ITServicesPortal/Requests/ServiceDet?ID=380. You’ll have three different options … Read more

Garden Tea and Work Party — Oct 19 and 27

There are upcoming opportunities to spend time together in the Shakespeare Reconciliation Garden at the Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park. Enjoy garden care and tea from 3:30-4:30 pm on Oct 19, 2023. Enjoy garden care, tea and Halloween candy from 3 to 4:30 pm on Oct 27. Dress for the weather and bring your … Read more

Tar Sands Songbook — Nov 27

Join us for an intimate performance of the Tar Sands Songbook, which is touring along the Trans-Mountain pipeline route in November 2023. Created by musician, author and activist Tanya Kalmanovitch, Tar Sands Songbook is an 80-minute solo performance that combines field recordings, storytelling, personal history, and live violin and fiddle music to investigate our invisible … Read more

Visiting scholar open talk with David Kim-Cragg — Oct 26

Join David Kim-Cragg, PhD as he presents his paper, “A Crack in Christendom: The Impact of the Korean Democratization Movement on Canadian Theological Education, 1950 to 1980”. October 26, 2023, 4:30-6 pm, Abbotsford campus, Building K, room K180. This paper explores the stories of Koreans who received a theological education in Canada and the way … Read more

Canada Graduate Scholarships — master’s (CGS M) program

Hosted by Ash Lalani, Director of Research Services and Industry Engagement. The objective of the Canada Graduate Scholarships — Master’s (CGS M) program is to help develop research skills and assist in the training of highly qualified personnel by supporting students who demonstrate a high standard of achievement in undergraduate and early graduate studies. The … Read more

Chowiyes-Xwithet/Rise Up-Wake Up Gathering — Sept 28

The University of the Fraser Valley  in partnership with Éy St’elmexw St’elt’ílém/Good Medicine Songs (GMS), is hosting the Chowiyes-Xwithet/Rise Up-Wake Up! gathering on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, from 11:30 am–2:30 pm at the University of the Fraser Valley Gathering Place located at 45190 Caen Ave., Chilliwack, B.C. The gathering is free to attend, but in … Read more