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Prevent an overdose. Save a life. Overdoses are happening in communities everywhere. Naloxone can save a life. The University of the Fraser Valley is providing free take-home naloxone (thn) kits to students, faculty, and staff. Take online training Take the 15-minute online training course on your phone or desktop at naloxonetraining.com Pick up your kit … Read more
Interested in developing your Mindfulness Practice and/or becoming a Mindfulness teacher? ADED 423 is a 3-credit course being offered in Winter 2018 on Thursdays from 5:30 – 8:30 pm and is a prerequisite for the Mindfulness Based Teaching & Learning Graduate Certificate. This course uses scientific and meditative forms of inquiry and is a practice-oriented … Read more
Calling for Research Excellence Award Nominations Deadline for nominations is 4 pm on Jan 12, 2018! Each year UFV recognizes individual research excellence through its Research Excellence Award. Those eligible for nomination include all UFV B faculty who have completed their probationary period or sessional instructors who have a cumulative equivalent of two years teaching … Read more
We are looking for a student enrolled in a science program at UFV, who is academically outstanding and also has great leadership and communication skills, to represent UFV at the London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) in London, England July 25 to Aug 8, 2018 (all expenses paid). Join us in welcoming two of our … Read more
Be sure to pay your fees before the January 16 deadline – Penalties apply if fees are not paid in full. If you’re experiencing delays with government student loan funding, please contact Financial Aid and Awards right away. Get your bursary applications prepared – first day to apply is January 15. Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship … Read more
UFV Faculty Microlecture Series Tues, Feb 20 Each year the Research Advisory Council (RAC) and the Research Office invites 20 or more faculty researchers to be a part of the continued success of the UFV microlecture series. Our goal is to provide “snapshots” of the range and depth of our faculty research, as well as … Read more
Have a question about starting the new semester? New and returning students are invited to pop by one of the Ask Me stations at various locations on the Abbotsford campus. Our current student volunteers will be happy to help you out! Wed, Jan 3-Thu, Jan 4 8 am-6 pm Abbotsford campus: B201, B223, S1111, G171 … Read more
Our next used book Buy Back returns the first week of Winter 2018 classes! Bring your past semester’s textbooks to the Bookstore and we will buy them back. UFV Abbotsford Bookstore – Jan 3, 4, 5 & 8, 9 9 am-4 pm Textbooks must be in good condition, no rips, tears, or extensive marking in … Read more
Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Department Assistant, Visual Arts and Graphic and Digital Design Process Analyst, ITS Administrative Assistant, CFO and VP Administration Coordinator, Student Transition and Engagement Assistant Professor, Mathematics & Statistics To view details on this posting, and for a … Read more
Financial Services has a new expense claim form, which now includes a section to record PD information. For more information, please contact acctspayable@ufv.ca. The new form should be used for all expense reimbursements, including In-Service Professional Development (PD). What’s changed? The Expense Claim form now includes a section to record PD information. Record your PD … Read more
myClass (Blackboard Learn) will undergo an update on Fri, Dec. 22. Required Downtime: 12 hours, starting at 1:30 am to 1:30 pm If you have any questions or concerns, please direct them to online@ufv.ca. 12/23/2017
UFV has created a new award that recognizes individuals for academic excellence in service. Individuals eligible for nomination include all UFV B faculty who have completed their probationary period or sessional instructors who have a cumulative equivalent of two (2) years teaching time at UFV. Award winners receive a plaque with the award recipient’s name … Read more
We invite all faculty and staff to submit proposals for workshops for UFV’s third annual Professional Development Day 2018 on Thurs, April 26. Workshop proposals should be related to one this year’s PD Day themes: • Technology • Diversity/Inclusion • Wellness • Pedagogy • Research Workshops may be geared towards all UFV employees or developed … Read more
UFV will host its first tech panel event on Jan 16. The purpose of the panel is for industry organizations to share insights about career opportunities in technology, desired competencies, and how students can prepare themselves for work in the techiIndustry. Some of the panelists will include: • Cnawlece • Coronation Internet Marketing • Prospera … Read more
UFV will close at 4:30 pm on Fri, Dec 22, and remain closed until Tues, Jan 2. We hope this helps you plan a wonderful break and we look forward to seeing everyone again on Jan 2 as we begin the winter term.