Move to Abbotsford Building K begins Nov 4

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What is happening? Ten classrooms, two drop-in student labs, and one meeting room are moving into Abbotsford’s renovated Building K (formerly Finnegan’s Pub) from Building A. When? Monday, Nov 4 Why? This is the next scheduled step as UFV’s Building Renewal Project improves the appearance and lifespan of buildings A-East and D. What do I … Read more

Career Opportunities — Nov 4

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Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Assistant, CFO and VP Administration Sessional Faculty Instructor, Theatre School Assistant, School of Land Use and Environmental Change Material Handler Digital Analyst, Marketing Specialist, Teaching and Learning Auxiliary, Exam Invigilators Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice (3 … Read more

Financial Aid & Awards Tips for November

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Financial Aid and 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 … Read more

Renting it Right

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Tenancy Workshop for all current UFV Students presented by TRAC (Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre). Topics include: • How to protect yourself • Your Rights and Responsibilities • Dealing with roommates/co-tenants disagreement • Common safety things to look for • Repairs & Evictions, etc. For more information, contact Adrian Bontuyan at adrian.bontuyan@ufv.ca 10/13/2019

UFV School of Creative Arts (SoCA) Townhall Meeting — Nov 7

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UFV School of Creative Arts (SoCA) Townhall Meeting Thurs, Nov 7 2 pm Abby D115 Question and answer session with Heather Davis-Fisch, SoCA director. SoCA students will have the opportunity to learn more about the School of Creative Arts, ask questions and receive information during a free pizza lunch. The townhall will be led by … Read more

Scholarly Sharing Initiative — Nov 18

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Please join us for UFV’s Scholarly Sharing Initiative, Fall 2019. Be uplifted by analysis! Be moved by insight! Ask questions and share ideas! The Scholarly Sharing Initiative, founded in 2011, is an informal monthly gathering where faculty, students, and interested others can gather over lunch and coffee to share, discuss, present, and receive feedback on … Read more

Scholarly Sharing Initiative — Oct 31

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Please join us for UFV’s Scholarly Sharing Initiative, Fall 2019. Be uplifted by analysis! Be moved by insight! Ask questions and share ideas! The Scholarly Sharing Initiative, founded in 2011, is an informal monthly gathering where faculty, students, and interested others can gather over lunch and coffee to share, discuss, present, and receive feedback on … Read more

Obituary: Rae McCombs

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Rae McCombs, who played an integral role in UFV’s Continuing Education department in the 1980s and 1990s, passed away peacefully at home on Sept 27, 2019. He leaves to mourn his wife Lillian, who retired from UFV as a chemistry instructor in 2007, as well as three children (Brendan, Michelle, and Damien), one step-daughter (Nicole), … Read more

Fraser Valley Tech Forum — Nov 7

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Meet, celebrate, and learn with entrepreneurs & leaders of fast-growing, award-winning companies in Canada. This inspiring event will feature many of the tech world’s most successful business leaders and entrepreneurs. With over 20 speakers, three information-rich panels, lightning talks, networking opportunities, interactive LIVE drum session ft. Drumeo, and a PITCH Competition, this is the one … Read more

Conflict Transformation in Central America: Legacies of Civil War, Migration, and Peacebuilding — Oct 29

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Join the Discussion! Cesar Flores and Lizette Miranda will share their reflections and insights from their work and experiences in Central America. *Cesar and Lizette are Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) area directors who operate our of San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Everyone Welcome. No RSVP required. Refreshments provided. Tues, Oct 29 11:30 am-1:30 pm Abby  B101 … Read more

Politalk: What Now? A look at Canada after the 2019 election — Nov 1

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Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the outcome of the Federal Election and what it means for Canadians and the International Community. Panelists include: Jeanette Ashe (Douglas College), Satwinder Bains, Martha Dow, Jessica Price and Tyler Chamberlain Moderator: Duncan Herd, Political Science major Organized by: Fiona MacDonald, Political Science department head Fri, Nov 1 … Read more