Book Celebration: Potlatch as Pedagogy by Sara Davidson and Robert Davidson — March 14

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Please join us as we celebrate the publication of ‘Potlatch as Pedagogy’, co-written by UFV’s Dr. Sara Davidson and her father, Haida artist Robert Davidson. This event is jointly sponsored by the Research, Engagement & Graduate Studies office and the Teacher Education department. Books will be available for purchase and signing by Sara and Robert. … Read more

Support 101: Sexualized Violence Prevention workshop — Jan 21 (Abby)

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Learn how to support someone who has experienced sexualized violence. In this student-facilitated workshop, we’ll discuss empathetic listening, campus and community resources, and reporting options. Mon, Jan 21 2:30-4 pm Abbotsford D122B http://www.ufv.ca/inthistogether For more information, contact Belinda Karsen at belinda.karsen@ufv.ca 01/22/2019

Support 101: Sexualized Violence Prevention workshop — Jan 24 (Chwk)

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Learn how to support someone who has experienced sexualized violence. In this student-facilitated workshop, we’ll discuss empathetic listening, campus and community resources, and reporting options. Thurs, Jan 24 11:30 am-12:50 pm Chwk A1360 http://www.ufv.ca/inthistogether For more information, contact Belinda Karsen at belinda.karsen@ufv.ca 01/25/2019

Career opportunities — Jan 21

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Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: > Operations Analyst > Advisor, Financial Aid & Awards > Provost and Vice-President, Academic > Committees Assistant, College of Arts > Senior Assistant, Enrolment Services > Assistant Professor, Practical Nursing > Assistant, Ceremonies & Events https://ufv.ca/careers/ For … Read more

A special thank you to Rolf Arnold — Jan 24

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After years of hard work and dedication, Rolf’s term as Associate Dean within the Faculty of Applied & Technical Studies has come to an end. Please join us to celebrate Rolf’s 30+ year commitment to UFV. Rolf began as an instructor in the automotive department before he was appointed director and then associate dean. Rolf … Read more

UFV’s Got Talent — March 11

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Calling students, staff and faculty, come and show off your talents! OPENING NIGHT OF VALLEY FEST Mon, March 11 Three categories: Comedy/Improv/Theatre  Music/Dance  Variety Show us your weird and wonderful too! Can you… Sing? Dance? Make people laugh? Juggle? Do magic? Do great impressions? Do ventriloquism? Rap? Slam poetry? We want to hear from you! … Read more

New folks, moves and changes

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Welcome to the following new employees: Jennifer Russell — Assistant, Enrolment Services Olivia Leskiw — Student Recruiter Izudin Issa — Coordinator, Athletic Events Everett Igobwa — Faculty Development Consultant Anita Nielsen — Executive Director, Advancement and Alumni Relations

Scholarly Sharing Initiative — Financial Communication, Ableism — Jan 17

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The Scholarly Sharing Initiative is a series of monthly gatherings where members of the UFV community share and discuss their work. The SSI is an organic environment designed to foster collegial discussions. Light lunch is served, and all are welcome. Thurs, Jan 17 1-2:25 pm F125 Maureen Wideman, “Ableism” Mai Anh Doan, “Financial Communication in … Read more

Be part of governance at UFV — student positions on Board and Senate

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Calling for nominations! The Secretariat is calling for nominations for student positions on the Senate and Board of Governors: • Two students for the Board of Governors (must be members of the Student Union Society) • Four students for Senate (must be enrolled in at least one UFV credit course) Students serve a one-year term … Read more

Obituary: David Wyatt

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David Wyatt, a longtime anthropology instructor and one of UFV’s first faculty members back in the Fraser Valley College days, passed away on January 12, 2019. A celebration of life will be held on Sun, Feb 3, at 1 pm at the Straiton Community Hall, 4698 Sumas Mountain Road, Abbotsford. He started full time at … Read more

Be part of governance at UFV — faculty and staff nominations invited

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Call for Faculty and Staff nominations The Secretariat office is calling for nominations for faculty and staff positions on Senate and the Board of Governors, for three-year terms beginning August 1, 2019 to July 31, 2022. SENATE Senate is the senior academic governing body at UFV. Its main roles are to set policies and procedures … Read more

UFV History Department Film Series: Rulers and Rebels

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Join History faculty and students for the first film screening and discussion for the winter term — “Justinian and Theodora”, 6th Century, Eastern Roman Empire on Tuesday, January 22 from 2-4 pm in B121. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact: Ian.Rocksborough-Smith@ufv.ca or Aleksandar.Jovanovic@ufv.ca. Tues, Jan 22 2-4 pm Abby B121   01/23/2019