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There are all sorts of feelings about the Return to Campus after our prolonged period of working, teaching, and studying from home due to the pandemic. The University Relations team wants to capture and express some of those feelings as we prepare collectively for the start of the fall semester. And we’re inviting faculty, staff, … Read more
Welcome back as we begin our next phase in the Return to Campus plan! I’m looking forward to having students, faculty, and staff on campus and to seeing and hearing the sights and sounds of a vibrant university coming back to life this fall. I also recognize some of you may be concerned about not … Read more
Hello UFV staff & faculty! You might be wondering what Orientation looks like this year – both students who are new to UFV, and students who are continuing their studies – as we return to on-campus classes and activities in the Fall semester. Keep reading for a summary of what the Student … Read more
Following a 17-month pause, UFV will resume pay parking on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses Monday, Aug. 16, 2021. Fees automatically deducted For permanent employees with valid passes, parking payroll deductions will automatically resume on Aug. 16. Expiry dates are listed on the hang-tag parking pass, and those with expired passes will be contacted via … Read more
GPM Civil Contracting will be sand blasting the new front entry concrete work June 24 & 25. Although plastic sheeting and fencing has been installed to protect the A-B breezeway entry areas, this will be a noisy and dusty process. Please use caution when entering this area during this time. Thank you for your patience … Read more
Camille Callison has been appointed as University Librarian at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV). In this role, Callison will be head of UFV’s multi-campus libraries. Camille comes to UFV from the University of Manitoba, where she is currently the Indigenous Strategies Librarian. She will be starting her new role at UFV on July … Read more
As we start to look towards a new normal this Fall (read the BC restart plan here released on May 25th), UFV’s approach to achieving our vision of being a gathering place for learners, leaders and seekers and the ways in which we engage learners, transform lives, and build communities is starting to become clearer. … Read more
Please note the roadway running from Lot 3 to Lot 7 (north side of Abbotsford campus A building) will be closed to vehicle traffic May 17 to June 4 as a section of the water main leading through the front entry project will be replaced. Pedestrian traffic from Lots 4 and 5 can gain access … Read more
77.5% of adult British Columbians have received their first COVID-19 vaccination, and nearly 22% of those 12 and up have received both their first and second doses. Here are three steps to get vaccinated: Register Book an appointment Get the vaccine According to the British Columbia Provincial Health Officer, 4,570,153 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have … 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
Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer or paid position that will actually contribute to your resume? Working or volunteering for a UFV department is one of the best ways to gain relevant experience, give back to your campus community, and make lasting friendships. Some other benefits of working on campus are: Convenience — You … Read more
New Safewalk signage was recently installed on UFV’s Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses, reminding students, staff, and faculty that UFV’s Security services are always available to provide a safe walking companion. Whether it’s a Safewalk to or from class, a vehicle, or public transit, UFV’s Security Operation Centre is available 24-hours a day at 1-855-239-7654. To … Read more
New Safewalk signage was installed recently on UFV’s Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses, reminding students, staff, and faculty that UFV’s Security services are always available to provide a safe walking companion. Whether it’s a Safewalk to or from class, a vehicle, or public transit, UFV’s Security Operation Centre is available 24-hours a day at 1-855-239-7654. To … Read more
The UFV Library would like to remind our users that our book drops at both Chilliwack and Abbotsford are open 24×7 and accessible without entering a building, and that parking is currently free on campus. • Abbotsford book drop: north entrance of G building • Chilliwack book drop: south entrance of A building We strongly … Read more
March 15 will mark one year since UFV announced a shift to a remote learning model for the remainder of the winter semester due to the risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. This massive shift to studying, teaching, and working from home for the majority of UFV employees and students has been a challenge for … Read more