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Gratitude in the Workplace Over the past two decades, the field of positive psychology has expanded rapidly, and one of the most discussed areas has been gratitude. We know that people who practise gratitude lead healthier lives both physically and emotionally. We also know that gratitude has a positive impact on both the workforce and … Read more
For Open Education Week 2020, you are invited to a panel discussion that will reflect on both the use of open education resources (OER) in teaching and the process of creating such materials. Adopting the use of OER represents more than financial relief for students. A myriad of other social justice issues, such as accessibility, … Read more
The College of Arts is thrilled to announce a pilot project called the Student Experience Design Lab (SXD Lab). Supported by UFV’s Fund for Innovative Teaching, the SXD Lab is developing real-life student-led learning opportunities with a focus on innovation, career development, creativity and collaboration. The first learning opportunity to come out of the SXD … Read more
The College of Arts is thrilled to announce a pilot project called the Student Experience Design Lab (SXD Lab). Supported by UFV’s Fund for Innovative Teaching, the SXD Lab is developing real-life student-led learning opportunities with a focus on innovation, career development, creativity and collaboration. The first learning opportunity to come out of the SXD … Read more
The College of Arts is thrilled to announce a pilot project called the Student Experience Design Lab (SXD Lab). Supported by UFV’s Fund for Innovative Teaching, the SXD Lab is developing real-life student-led learning opportunities with a focus on innovation, career development, creativity and collaboration. The first learning opportunity to come out of the SXD … Read more
2020 grads: Book your photo session now! Professional photographers from Artona Group, the official graduation photographer for UFV, will be on the Abbotsford campus from March 9-27 for graduate portrait sessions ($15 sitting fee). March 9-27 – Abbotsford campus Location: Lot 10, outside SUB It is recommended that grads book their session now as appointments … Read more
In Search of the Lehman Sisters: Why Public Conversations Need Women’s Insights A public talk by Informed Opinions founder Shari Graydon What are the barriers to women speaking up, and the consequences to not being heard? What difference would it make if their voices were more equitably reflected, and how can individual women change the … Read more
Join us for a presentation on Segregation Reform in Canada by Howard Sapers, followed by a question-and-answer period. Howard Sapers was the Correctional Investigator of Canada during the tenure of the Harper government. After that, he accepted a position with the Ontario government where he investigated and reported on the use of solitary confinement. Mr. … Read more
Feb 20-21 9 am–4:30 pm UFV Abbotsford Campus, K171 Now that you have set the foundation and have completed the Educators Journey to Reconciliation, it is time to apply your knowledge. This workshop will provide you with hands-on experience and resources that will bring together worldviews and Indigenous ways of knowing into the classroom. Bring … Read more
Feb 26 6–8 pm UFV Abbotsford Campus, A352 UFV History Department Film Series: “Food, Culture, and History” Winter 2020 Film Screening Wednesday, February 26, Abbotsford Campus, A352, 6pm-8pm “Soul Food Junkies” (PBS 2012) Director: Byron Hurt Snacks and refreshments provided Free and open to the public. Film discussion to follow screenings. Contact for more information: … Read more
Ashland Speaker: Jivesh Parasram Lecture and Workshop UFV Theatre and the UFV School of Creative Arts present this year’s Ashland Speaker Jivesh Parasram, an award-winning multidisciplinary artist, community activator, and facilitator of Indo-Caribbean descent. Jivesh Parasram is also the Artistic Director of Rumble Theatre, located in Vancouver, BC. Please join us for a lecture and … Read more
Researchers from the Kinesiology department at UFV are conducting a study to investigate the effect of an 8-week core stability exercise program on abdominal and back muscle activity, strength, and endurance. You will get to attend bi-weekly 30-minute classes for free at the UFV Chilliwack campus. We are recruiting participants with and without a history … Read more
Calling for student nominations! Join the Senate and Board of Governors and have a voice in UFV Governance. Nominations are open for the following student positions: – 2 student positions on the Board of Governors – 4 student positions on the Senate Terms of office are one year, from August 1, 2020 to July 31, … Read more
This session intends to provide employees and team an introduction and a general level of knowledge about intercultural fluency, its concepts and tools. It will provide intercultural fluency training and how to use this tool in an academic environment. General learning objectives: Participants will: better understand how valuing cultural diversity and strengthening connections across differences … Read more
Design-Thinking Innovation In this interactive, hands-on workshop you will experience “innovation in action” as you learn the principles of design-thinking innovation and explore how this tool can be used to foster creative, collaborative culture in your areas. You will also learn about the conditions that create environments for you and your teams to nurture and … Read more