Indigenous Foodways display in the Abbotsford library

The Abbotsford library has a new display for the summer of 2018: Indigenous Foodways: the story so far from UFV Library’s Special Collections. Highlighting material from the Newman Western Canadian Cookbook Collection as well as a number of titles from the Heritage Collection, viewers can get a sense of how food practices and knowledge were … Read more

Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW) — Aug 20-24

The Facilitator Development Workshop is designed primarily for individuals who will be conducting the ISW at an institution. It is recommended that individuals participate in an ISW prior to applying for the FDW. The FDW provides individuals with an opportunity for professional development in a challenging and supportive atmosphere and provides connections to a larger … Read more

Marnie Wright new Associate Vice President of Human Resources at UFV

Marnie Wright joined the University of the Fraser Valley as Associate Vice-President of Human Resources on June 18, 2018. Wright brings 20 years of experience in human resource management in the educational field to her role at UFV. Most recently she was the Associate Superintendent of Human Resources for the Abbotsford School District. Highlights of … Read more

Service Excellence awards — June 12

Special Invitation You are invited to a celebration hosted by President Joanne MacLean, the UFV Board of Governors, and Senate, to honour this year’s UFV Service Excellence Award recipients.  3–5 pm Theatre, B101 UFV Abbotsford campus All faculty and staff are welcome. No RSVP required.  Help congratulate UFV Excellence Award Winners in the following categories: Staff … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Lab Assistant, UUP Assistant Professor, Electronics Shipper & Receiver Sessional Faculty, Graphic & Digital Design Instructor, Professional Cook Instructor, Automotive Service Technician Coordinator, Staff Recruitment Services Manager, Facilities Operations Strategist, Marketing (Digital Marketing Specialist) Assistant, Campus Planning … Read more

“History Missed Her Story” a Talk by Dr. Renu Modi: Associate Professor at the Centre for African Studies, University of Mumbai

You are all invited to attend a talk by Dr. Renu Modi, Associate Professor and former Director, Centre for African Studies at the University of Mumbai. Dr. Modi will be speaking at the SASI on Monday, May 28 from 1-2 pm about South Asian women in East Africa and their silenced narratives. Please feel free … Read more

Timetable forum — May 7

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

2018 grads: Book your photo session now!

Professional photographers from Artona Group, the official graduation photographer for UFV, will be on the Abbotsford campus in May for graduate portrait sessions ($15 sitting fee). May 4-19 – Abbotsford campus Location: Building B, Room 121 It is recommended that grads book their session now as appointments will fill up quickly. To view availability of … Read more

Draw pandas in China! Sichuan study tour 2018

DRAW PANDAS IN CHINA! SICHUAN STUDY TOUR MAY 15-MAY 25, 2018 Travel to the heart of Sichuan, China, home of the world’s Giant Pandas. Enjoy 10 days immersed in the capital city of Chengdu, China, with Visual Arts Professor Shelley Stefan. Students gain academic credit in drawing while exploring the Giant Panda Research Base, Sichuan … Read more

Take advantage of low-cost dental services with UFV Certified Dental Assistant spring clinic

Do you need a dental X-Ray? Is it that time of the year for fluoride treatment or teeth polishing? Don’t have extended medical coverage? Take part in UFV’s spring dental clinic. UFV’s Dental Clinic offers preventive dental care to clients. Our Certified Dental Assistant students provide high quality, professional, preventive care at low cost. Our … Read more

Sun Life Financial info session

On Tuesday April 3, the Career Centre is holding a Sunlife Financial’s Recruitment Q&A. There will be a short presentation from the company and an outstanding opportunity to network with representatives from the company and ask questions! Tuesday, April 3 1-3 pm Abby B133 (Abbotsford campus) Please RSVP to networking@ufv.ca   For more information, contact … Read more

Study pandas in China!

  Sichuan Study Tour May 15-25, 2018 Travel to the heart of Sichuan, China, home of the world’s giant pandas. Enjoy 10 days immersed in the capital city of Chengdu, China, with Visual Arts Professor Shelley Stefan. Students gain academic credit in drawing while exploring the Giant Panda Research Base, Sichuan teahouses, Buddhist temples, lotus … Read more

Indigenous Student Centre craft blitz in Chilliwack

UFV faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to join the Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) at the Chilliwack campus on Fridays for a chance to connect, craft, and support ISC grads. The crafts made will be gifted as giveaways during the graduation reception in June, 2018. Interested? Contact: Josephine Charlie Cultural & Events Assistant Fridays 11:30 … Read more

Career Readiness Path — prepare for your future!

Career Readiness is the attainment and demonstration of requisite competencies that broadly prepare graduates for a successful transition into the workforce. In a recent survey, 400 Canadian employers where asked what graduates lack. The top 5 were as follows: 1. Interpersonal or people skills: 51% 2. Problem-solving skills: 45% 3. Teamwork: 41% 4. Oral communication: … Read more