ReconciliACTION — June 19

On June 19, 2018, Stó:lō, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people are gathering at the Aboriginal Gathering Place (UFV CEP campus) to engage in a dialogue aimed at highlighting our shared history and helping dismantle the walls of isolation that have defined our relationships in the past. The University of the Fraser Valley will be participating in … Read more

Unique course offerings in media and theatre

Learn an array of skills that employers — both inside and outside the arts — demand and that are essential for our knowledge economy. Coming-to-YOU this fall (2018): MEDA 100 (Intro to Media Arts) — Introduce yourself to careers, practices, opportunities, challenges, and modes of thinking in the field of media arts. Visit: ufv.ca/media-arts THEA … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV — June 18

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Clerk, Accounts Payable Lead, IT Service Management Sessional Faculty, Mennonite Studies Clerk, Employee Contracts Instructor, Graphic & Digital Design To view details on this posting, and for a complete list of opportunities, go to: https://www.ufv.ca/careers/ For more … Read more

Career Exploration & Life Planning workshop — June 20

See poster for details. Career Exploration & Life Planning Workshop UFV Counselling Wed, June 20 (4:30-7 pm) Abbotsford campus Register at: Student Services, Abbotsford, Room B214, (604) 854-4528 Student Services, Chilliwack, Room A1318, (604) 795-2808 or Email: ssfrontdesk@ufv.ca 06/20/2018 – 06/20/2018 04:30 pm – 07:00 pm Abbotsford campus, G180, Library Computer Lab For more information, … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV — June 11

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Coordinator, Indigenous Student Transitions Department Assistant, Faculty of Applied & Technical Studies Assistant to the Provost and Vice-President, Academic Groundskeeper To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, go to: https://www.ufv.ca/careers/ For … Read more

Scroll Through History — an exhibit by Christopher Friesen — to June 6

In “Scroll Through History” Christopher Friesen uses both iconic and obscure works by French master Jean Baptiste Camille Corot (1796 – 1875) to explore legacies, tendencies of modern painting and to consider notions of influence, quotation, authorship, knowledge and the “real” in the age of digital reproduction. This exhibition features paintings from “Silvery Tones” shown … Read more

Births — Donohue

Belated congratulations to Renata Donohue (Admin Assistant to the Directors, International Education), husband Pat, and big brother Michael, on the birth of twin boys, Albert Stanley Donohue and William Ernest Donohue, on Jan 11 at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. The boys are sporting their UFV finest in this photo.   .

Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) — Aug 20-23

The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is offered to a group of four to six colleagues and is designed to enhance the teaching effectiveness of both new and experienced educators. During the 3 ½-day workshop, participants design and conduct three “mini-lessons” and receive verbal, written, and video feedback from the other participants who have been learners … Read more

Renovation closure — Abby Quick Print

Abby Quick Print, located in D122a, will be closed for renovations from June 14 to August 27, 2018. All printing will be done at the Chilliwack location during the closure. Please call local 2382 with any questions or concerns. For more information, contact Elizabeth Eberts at elizabeth.eberts@ufv.ca 08/27/2018

The Way to a Man’s Heart….a new display from the Newman Western Canadian Cookbook Collection

The Abbotsford library has a new display from its Special Collections: The Way to a Man’s Heart….Settler communities and gender roles as reflected in 1950s cookbooks. Come and see selected titles from the Newman Western Canadian Cookbook collection. Abbotsford campus library (G building) http://ufvlibrary.blogspot.com/2018/05/the-way-to-mans-heart.html For more information, contact Mary-Anne MacDougall at maryanne.macdougall@ufv.ca 07/29/2018

Service Excellence awards — June 12

Special Invitation You are invited to a celebration hosted by President Joanne MacLean, the UFV Board of Governors, and Senate, to honour this year’s UFV Service Excellence Award recipients.  3–5 pm Theatre, B101 UFV Abbotsford campus All faculty and staff are welcome. No RSVP required.  Help congratulate UFV Excellence Award Winners in the following categories: Staff … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Lab Assistant, UUP Assistant Professor, Electronics Shipper & Receiver Sessional Faculty, Graphic & Digital Design Instructor, Professional Cook Instructor, Automotive Service Technician Coordinator, Staff Recruitment Services Manager, Facilities Operations Strategist, Marketing (Digital Marketing Specialist) Assistant, Campus Planning … Read more

Renovation Closure – Cascade Cafe

Cascade Cafe, located in Building B, will be closed for renovations June 4-22, 2018. During renovations Dana Hospitality will offer the “Fast & Fresh” service available at the Tim Hortons located in building G. This renovation will not affect catering by Dana Hospitality. For more information on Dining Services hours, please see www.ufv.ca/dining.

“History Missed Her Story” a Talk by Dr. Renu Modi: Associate Professor at the Centre for African Studies, University of Mumbai

You are all invited to attend a talk by Dr. Renu Modi, Associate Professor and former Director, Centre for African Studies at the University of Mumbai. Dr. Modi will be speaking at the SASI on Monday, May 28 from 1-2 pm about South Asian women in East Africa and their silenced narratives. Please feel free … Read more