Interpretations and Expressions: Evolution of South Asian Canadian Experiences — Nov 30

Interpretations and Expressions: Evolution of South Asian Canadian Experiences SOUTH ASIA RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM November 30, 2018 at UFV Abbotsford Campus 9 am–5 pm The South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) invites you to attend their second annual research symposium. Building on the 2017 symposium which invited scholars to reflect on their idea(s) of the understanding and … Read more

Be a Maker! Library Makerspace open house — Nov 21

Need a break from your studies? The UFV Abbotsford Library invites students to get creative in our Makerspace. Activities will include button making, textile and paper crafts, 3D printing and design, and microelectronics. Not feeling creative? Come and socialize with a dog! Drop in anytime between 1pm and 3pm on Wed, Nov 21 (G171G). Wed, … Read more

Policy Consultation — Student Academic Misconduct Policy (70) revisions

The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the proposed revisions to the Student Academic Misconduct (70) policy. Supporting documents are available at https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policy-consultation/ If you have any feedback, please submit your comments to Policyconsult@ufv.ca by Dec 3, 2018. For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 12/03/2018

Papermaking workshop with Helen O’Connor — Nov 28

Join Art of the Book artist Helen O’Connor for a hands-on papermaking demonstration. Learn to form sheets of handmade paper from pulps made from various plants, weeds, oriental fibres, cotton linters, and recycled papers. As well, Helen will demonstrate techniques to create pulp paintings and three-dimensional works. 11/28/2018 – 2:30-4 pm Abbotsford campus library (G … Read more

Career opportunities — Nov 12

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: > Assistant Professor, Economics > Associate Director, Projects Office > Assistant Professor, Geography and the Environment (2 positions) > Assistant, Modern Languages Seminar (German) > Assistant Professor, Political Science > Academic Advisor https://ufv.ca/careers/ For more information, contact … Read more

Tuition waiver requests due before start of classes

Tuition waiver requests for employees, spouses, and/or dependants must have them submitted to HR before the start of classes for Winter 2019. The Tuition Waiver Request is online on the HR website. Please contact Debbie Dyck at local 4653 or via email if you have any questions. For more information, contact Debbie Dyck at debbie.dyck@ufv.ca … Read more

Chilliwack Next — tech event at UFV — Nov 17

Introductory demonstrations of fast growing hi-tech 30-minute introductory demonstrations • Building an Internet Connected Doorbell • ChatOps: DevOps Deployment Management using Chatbots • Applying Machine Learning to Geospatial Applications • Building a Predictive Analytics Service • Programming a Simulator of a Quantum Computer Learn about local hi-tech programs and events: • UFV’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship … Read more

Scholarly Sharing Initiative: Technology and Subjectivity — Nov 19

Alex Wetmore and Rachel Bodnariuc — “Barometric Pleasures: Meteorology, technology, and emotion in the 1700s” Gabriel Murray–“Computational Linguistics for Real and Imagined Conversations” The Scholarly Sharing Initiative is an informal monthly gathering of faculty, students, and interested others to share, discuss, present, and receive feedback about their scholarly work. This initiative is based in the … Read more

East Africa or India internship info session — Nov 5 and 7

How does this sound? Tanzania. Kenya. India. Fully funded three months, and earn six credits. Requirements: Permanent resident, under 35 years old and has 60+ credits. The East Africa internship program is made possible by the Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships as they aim to activate a community of young global leaders across … Read more

Halloween contest winners

Thanks to all who got into the Halloween spirit once again this year! The winners were: Best costumes: Abbotsford Ed Visser (Martian) Marla Fralick (Tin Man) Yvette Fairweather (Operation Game)       Chilliwack Anne Russell (Cat Person) Best department spirit Abbotsford The Louise Look-Alikes from University Relations. Chilliwack Russian Nesting Dolls from Student Services … Read more

Science Graduate School information session — Nov 13

The Faculty of Science and the Advising Centre are hosting an information session for science students who are thinking about going onto grad school. Guest speakers will discuss their experiences with grad school and information on how and when to apply will be available. Please join us for this very informative evening. Registration is not … Read more

Teacher Education Secondary School Information Seminar — Dec 7

If you are thinking about becoming an elementary or middle school teacher, we invite you to attend this information seminar. UFV offers a Bachelor of Education as a second degree if you are seeking a career as a teacher. The seminar explores what the world of education has to offer and provides valuable information about … Read more