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Why are we doing this project? UFV’s current version of Blackboard (Learning Management System) is now beyond its support date and experiencing technical issues. IT Services, in partnership with Teaching and Learning, is leading an effort that will see Blackboard updated to a more recent version. This is an intermediate update that will position UFV … Read more
The UFV Library is celebrating the gift of a Red River Cart from the Chilliwack Métis Association for the Chilliwack library’s display on Métis culture and history. The display began with a vision from Shirley Hardman, UFV’s Senior Advisor on Indigenous Affairs; a backdrop of road allowance poverty, a silhouette of Métis leader Louis Riel, … Read more
Apply to be one of three UFV students sponsored to attend the Peace Summit of Emerging Leaders in Bangkok, Thailand, February 5-7, 2020. Deadline to apply: Oct 11 Learn more about the conference: www.humanitarianaffairs.org Why apply? Represent UFV and Canada as an outstanding young leader. The purpose of this conference is to empower young people … Read more
UFV Mental Health Screening Day Thurs, October 10 11 am–3 pm Abby Great Hall, B Building Join us for mental health screening, PADs dogs, FREE timbits, swag, & more! Hosted by the UFV Counsellors For more information, contact Bonnie Chi at bonnie.chi@ufv.ca 10/11/2019
What is “contract cheating”? “The term contract cheating describes the form of academic dishonesty where students get academic work completed on their behalf, which they then submit for academic credit as if they had created it themselves.” www.contractcheating.com What is the International Day of Action Against Contract Cheating? The International Center for Academic Integrity (www.academicintegrity.org) … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Coordinator, Security Auxiliary, Clerical and Administrative Support Staff Computer Lab Technician, College of Arts Assistant Professor, Teacher Education Assistant Professor, Library and Information Technology Executive Assistant, Vice-Provost & Associate Vice-Provost, Academic To view details on these postings, … Read more
I am pleased to invite you to join me and Provost James Mandigo for a President’s Town Hall on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. We will be updating you on several university initiatives and will be happy to take your questions. I hope to see you there. Abbotsford campus 10:00-11:00 am | Room A225 Chilliwack campus … Read more
UFV Service Excellence Awards are presented annually to celebrate UFV staff and faculty excellence in service, leadership, and teamwork that supports the values, mission, and goals of UFV. Check out the link on the Human Resources website to determine who is eligible and how to nominate a deserving colleague by the deadline of February 14, … Read more
The Office of the Chief Information Officer has initiated the migration of our mobile phone provider from our previous carrier to Rogers. The UFV mobility contract with Telus ended in 2018 and a new agreement has been negotiated and signed with Rogers Mobility. In consultation with Senior Administration, ITS has begun working to assess the … Read more
Brexit — Leave or Stay? — a public debate Mon, Oct 7 SUB: Evered Hall (middle) 5:30 pm Hosted by the UFV Debate Association For more information, contact Cecelia Dirksen at cecelia.dirksen@ufv.ca 10/08/2019
UFV and the FSA invite you to a fun-filled Halloween party on Thurs, Oct 31. Come and enjoy some pizza, pop, dessert and prizes for the best costumes! Please RSVP by Tuesday, October 28 to nancy.scarrow@ufv.ca or to michelle.vandepol@ufv.ca Thurs, Oct 31 Noon-1:30 pm Abby U-House, Room F124 and Chwk 1362 For more information, contact … Read more
Emerging Directors’ Showcase April 23 -24, 2020 The Emerging Directors’ Showcase is the final project presented by UFV Theatre’s fourth-year directing class. The showcase provides a chance for students to apply everything they have learned in the course. Audiences can expect a wide range of performances, ranging from raunchy physical comedy to thought-provoking and disturbing … Read more
Art by Yazmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton Directed by Parjad Sharifi Nov 14-23 Art is an award-winning comedy written by Yasmina Reza. It was the recipient of the 1998 Tony Award for best play and the 1996 Olivier Award for best comedy. The play includes three male characters, Marc, Serge, and Yvan, who are … Read more
Adapted and Directed by Anna Griffith March 11–21, 2020 A kingdom, a horse, and lots of blood. King Richard III. Richard III raises questions about political corruption and coercion as we follow the story of Richard’s violent rise to power. Shakespeare offers us a portrait of the ultimate villain who is simultaneously charming and ruthless. … Read more
The Advising Centre is looking for 3-4 students to participate in a short video that will be filmed on the Chilliwack campus at CEP on Thurs, Oct 10 from 9 am-12pm. A $50 bookstore gift card will be given to student volunteers. Please contact Vanessa.Krahn@ufv.ca if interested. For more information, contact Vanessa Krahn at vanessa.krahn@ufv.ca … Read more