Financial Aid & 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 If you are applying for student loans, … Read more

Photo Voice Exhibit — Reflections of Multiculturalism — opening Nov 6

The 2018 Politics of Multiculturalism class (Posc 332) invites you to attend the opening of their annual Reflections of Multiculturalism and Diversity Photo Voice Exhibit featuring student images and experiences of multiculturalism. The opening takes place from 2:30–4:30 pm on Tues, Nov, 6 in the Global Lounge (B223). The opening will offer light refreshments and … Read more

Facilitating Learning Online (FLO) — Nov 13-10

Please join us for the Facilitating Learning Online (FLO), facilitated by Michelle Johnson, Leonne Beebe and Ken Harmel. FLO Online schedule – November 13 to December 10, 2018 FLO is a four-week online asynchronous course with scheduled synchronous sessions. The course is designed for UFV faculty who wish to improve or have little online teaching … Read more

TLC Bytes Bistro — menu of knowledge sessions

UFV Teaching and Learning Centre presents an appetizing way to discover edu-tools for faculty and staff. Order your knowledge sessions from the TLC Bytes Bistro menu. …savor the flavor of learning…the results are golden… freshly baked ideas for your teaching…add some spice to your courses. You can choose how you receive your knowledge sessions: presentations … Read more

UFV History department film series: Rulers and Rebels — Nov 21

Join History faculty and students for the third and final film screening and discussion for the fall term on Wed, Nov 21 from 1-3 pm in Abby B121. The third film is Tecumseh’s Vision, which is an episode from the documentary series We Shall Remain: America Through Native Eyes (PBS, 2009). For more info contact … Read more

Frustrated with commuting? Help us find solutions by filling out survey

UFV Sustainable Transportation Survey The purpose of this survey is to determine the best way to increase transportation sustainability at the University of the Fraser Valley. Our hope is to determine new and improved options for commuting to and from the Abbotsford UFV campus and to lower carbon emissions, reduce travel expenses, and alleviate stress … Read more

Woof Wednesday in the Chilliwack campus library — Nov 7

Join St. John Ambulance dogs Red, Taylah, Nacho, Taz, Daisy and Lucky in the Chilliwack campus library on Wed, Nov 7, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Cookies and hot chocolate included in this free event. Wed, Nov 7 11:30 am-1:30 pm Chilliwack campus library https://ufvlibrary.blogspot.com/ For more information, contact Lisa Morry at lisa.morry@ufv.ca 11/07/2018

Career opportunities — Oct 29

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Instructor, College of Arts Administrative Assistant, Academic Success Centre Project Manager (Exterior Building Envelope Remediation Project) Assistant Professor, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2 positions) Teaching and Learning Specialist (Indigenization Specialty) https://ufv.ca/careers/ For more information, contact Kulvinder … Read more

Municipal Pension Plan Seminars — Nov 21 and 27

The Municipal Pension Plan is presenting “Approaching Retirement” workshops in Chilliwack and Abbotsford in November. Staff enrolled in the MPP can register for a workshop online here. Wed, Nov 21 Chilliwack SureStay Hotel by Best Western 6-8 pm Tues, Nov 27 Abbotsford Best Western Plus Regency Inn  & Conference Centre 6-8 pm   https://www.pensionsbc.ca/portal/page/portal/client_education_registration_system/event_schedules/mpp_seminar_schedule/ For … Read more

Online Seminar: Why Students Cheat and What We Can Do About It — Nov 15

The prevailing statistics on cheating are disheartening. Some put the rate at 75%. That means three out of every four students admit to some kind of academic dishonesty at some point during their higher education. We all know that this is not a new phenomenon. Cheating is as old as higher education itself. Older, really, … Read more