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The next meeting of Senate is on Fri, June 1, on the Abbotsford campus, Room A234. Please submit agenda and exhibit items to lisa.mcmartin@ufv.ca by noon on Tues, May 22. For more information, contact Lisa McMartin at lisa.mcmartin@ufv.ca Fri, June 1 2:30-4:30 pm Abby A234 https://www.ufv.ca/senate/ For more information, contact Lisa McMartin at lisa.mcmartin@ufv.ca 06/01/2018
Registration for the fall semester will be underway soon. Remember to set aside $200 for your deposit — fee deferrals are not a given. May 10 is the deadline for scholarship and leadership applications. If you are applying for scholarship and leadership awards, don’t forget to submit your 2 reference letters to the Financial Aid … Read more
History Honours students will be presenting their work at the first annual History Honours Student Conference. Kelly Miles: “Wicked Witches of the West?: Women, Love Magic, and Power in Colonial Latin America” Melissa Wing: “Liveth For Evermore: The Creation of Myth, Memory and Mourning Across the Fraser Valley and Canada” Evan Funk: “Bushido and the … Read more
Dear colleagues, Please join me and other campus leaders on Monday, May 7, for an interactive discussion on classroom scheduling and its impact on student success. We have recently undertaken an in-depth review of instructional space utilization and will present some of the findings. The session will start with coffee and light refreshments at 8:30 … Read more
Welcome to the following new employees, and congratulations to those who have taken on new positions. Shelia Kheleh – Department Assistant, Faculty of Applied & Technical Studies Kathleen Chyld — Coordinator, Nursing Laboratory Scott Stove — Supervisor, Janitorial Services Belinda Karsen — Coordinator, Student Transition & Engagement Theresa Mulder – Senior Research Analyst, Institutional Research … Read more
General Studies mini fair Drop in sessions for degree and diploma students, including: GPA boosting tips, teaching workshops, and customized learning plan information. May 14 2-6 pm D 217 For more information, contact Rachael Letkeman at rachael.letkeman@ufv.ca 05/15/2018
There’s more to it than money. Can I afford to retire? Am I ready to retire, or will I be? These are two basic questions when thinking about retirement, whether it is going to be next year or a few short years from now. Based on very positive feedback from other workshop participants around the … Read more
UFV Campus Recreation and Wellness is offering fitness classes over the summer in both Abbotsford and Chilliwack. Classes start May 7. During the first week of class, we offer a “try before you buy” promo week. Attend any fitness class for FREE from May 7-10, 2018. For more information, please check out ufv.ca/campusrec Abbotsford and … Read more
2018 Summer textbooks are now in-stock at UFV Abbotsford and Chilliwack bookstores. Skip the lines and shop online at ufv.ca/bookstore/textbooks. Order pick up is free and typically ready within 24 hours. New for 2018: Textbook price match — UFV Bookstore is committed to saving UFV students money and we’re matching prices of major Canadian competitors. … Read more
Some events at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre to be aware of, as they affect traffic and parking congestion on and around campus. • May 3: Dirty Dancing – 8 pm Daily Parking: Students and employees may purchase daily parking and park in lots 1, 4-6, 8-10, or on city streets at Gillis Avenue, … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Officer, Research Grants and Contracts Laboratory Technician, Biology Developer, Business Intelligence To view details on this posting, and for a complete list of opportunities, go to: https://www.ufv.ca/careers/ For more information, contact Tara Rozenek at tara.rozenek@ufv.ca 05/10/2018
Exam season has come to a close and marking is well on its way to completion. It’s time to reflect on the semester and check in with your mental wellbeing. After a busy and productive term, when was the last time you did something for your mental health? UFV Faculty of Health Sciences is excited … Read more
Come out and support the burgeoning UFV Wrestling program at UFV! Now in its fifth year, this first-ever awards program will work towards a scholarship program for incoming students. This year UFV Wrestling was able to win every award (top male/female rookie and top male/female athlete) at UFV. Let’s celebrate and support these amazing athletes! … Read more
Did you miss our Textbook Buy Back? Turn your textbooks into cash May 8, 9, and 10 at UFV Abbotsford Bookstore, 9 am-4 pm. We are buying back textbooks that are in good condition with no rips, tears, or extensive marking. To receive the best price, the textbooks must be current editions that the bookstore … Read more
The Financial Aid and Awards office is looking for adjudicators for the UFV Leadership Awards. The Leadership Adjudication meeting is on June 13 at 9:30 am and is approximately 2 to 4 hours long. You will meet with your fellow adjudicators to discuss your rankings and to reach a consensus of the recipients for the … Read more