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UFV International announces the first call for Internationalization Fund proposals for fiscal year 2017/18. The fund is open to any UFV staff member, faculty member, or administrator to make a proposal that will “internationalize” UFV’s curriculum, services, departments or programs, or enhance one’s ability or a department’s capacity to work with international students and partners. … Read more
The first floor of the Abbotsford campus library will be undergoing renovations this summer. Find out more here.
10th Annual Fraser Valley Chambers of Commerce Business Showcase Come out and visit the UFV booth at the Fraser Valley Chambers of Commerce Business Showcase at the Quality Hotel and Conference Centre. The UFV booth is presented in partnership with the Faculty of Professional Studies, School of Business students. Visit UFV at booth 29 and 30 at … Read more
Please note the posting for Instructor, ARTS and BGS Portfolio courses (posting #2017.42) has been extended to continue receiving applications until April 28, 2017. This opportunity can be viewed at the following link: http://www.ufv.ca/careers/ For more information, contact Tara Rozenek at tara.rozenek@ufv.ca 04/28/2017
Dear UFV community, Yesterday the BC provincial general election period officially began, and voting will take place May 9. I encourage all members of our UFV community, individually and personally, to engage actively in this important democratic process. I remind us all, however, that the University, as a public post-secondary institution, must comply with the … Read more
UFV opened its new Health Sciences Centre on the Yale Road Chilliwack campus on April 10, 1992. Here’s a throwback to what the faculty and staff looked like on that day, 25 years ago. Three faculty members still work here. Can you spot them?
Welcome and congratulations to the following employees, who have recently joined UFV or changed positions Jennifer MacDonald — Assistant, Program Development & Quality Assurance Mallory Manley — Assistant, Director of Finance Ashley Hayes — Coordinator, Peer Resource & Leadership Centre Jocelyn Thiessen — Assistant, Bookstore, Chilliwack
Burn off some steam. and join the Association of History Students for the paintball event of the year. The ultimate face off between students and professors. Wanna play? Get more information and register with us today on our Facebook Events Page: AHS Paintball 2017. Trust us, you won’t get expelled. Please register before April 23. … Read more
SustainableUFV brings us Earth Day for another year! The theme for 2017 is EarthPLAY, recognizing that outdoor recreation has taken a back seat to screens, video games, and Netflix. The more time we spend outside, the more passionate we feel about keeping nature pristine and beautiful, and that’s what Earth Day is all about. EarthPLAY … Read more
Stephanie Gould of UFV’s Visual Arts department will host-curate a screening of Nettie Wild’s newly-released documentary KONELINE: our land beautiful on Wed, April 19 at 2 pm in Abby B101. The screening is in partnership with Reel Canada’s one-day film festival on National Canadian Film Day. http://www.canadawildproductions.com For more information, contact Stephanie Gould at Stephanie.Gould@ufv.ca … Read more
Send your kid to university this summer! Designed especially for Grades 4, 5, and 6 (campers going into Grade 4 or 7 are eligible), UFV’s Science Rocks! camps are fun and an awesome learning opportunity for your kids. Each camp week is different! Kids get to learn something new, see real science labs, play outside, … Read more
2017 grads – book photo sessions now! Artona Group, UFV’s official graduation photographer, will be on Abbotsford campus in May for graduate portrait sessions. May 11-18 – Abbotsford campus Building B, Room 121 It is recommended that grads book their session now as appointments fill up quickly. To view availability of sessions and to book … Read more
Do you know an outstanding alumni of UFV? Established in 2003, the UFV Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes the accomplishments of our amazing alumni. The traditional Distinguished Alumni Award is conferred upon a graduate of the institution who has achieved outstanding distinction in career, educational achievement, or community service. In 2012 the Young Distinguished Alumni Award … Read more
Facilities Management is requesting that all departments currently requiring the disposal of hazardous waste materials for 2017 complete the Hazardous Waste Disposal information form. The form is a fillable pdf and can be found online by visiting http://www.ufv.ca/janitorial/hazardous-waste. Please ensure that all waste materials are packaged according to safety standards as indicated by the Safety … Read more
The Financial Aid and Awards office is looking for adjudicators for the UFV Leadership Awards. The time commitment is roughly 8 to 10 hours to review and initially score the applications which is then followed by a two-to-four hour adjudication meeting held on Wed, June 14 at 9:30 a.m. If you are able to participate … Read more