Chilliwack campus mini expo — Sept 17

Need help finding your way around campus, learning about student services, or just want to connect with friendly faces? Stop by the Mini Expo hosted by your UFV community of departments, services and student organizations. Your UFV community of departments and services will be there to answer your questions, share resources, and point you in … Read more

Pancake breakfast in Abbotsford — Sept 18

Pancake Breakfast – Abbotsford Campus Start your morning the best way possible — with a warm stack of pancakes, good company, and plenty of campus spirit! Join us for a free community breakfast hosted by your UFV departments, services, and student organizations. Thurs, Sept 18 9–11 am S1111, Student Union Building, Abbotsford campus What to … Read more

Campus Connect Booth — Sept 11

Campus Connect Booth – Abbotsford Campus Need help finding your way around campus, learning about student services, or just want to connect with friendly faces? Stop by the Campus Connect Booth hosted by your UFV community of departments, services and student organizations. Time: 11 am–1 pm Location: Breezeway between buildings A & B, Abbotsford campus … Read more

Counterforms: Practices, Theories, and Methods lecture series — starts Sept 24

The lecture series, titled Counterforms: Practices, Theories, and Methods, hosted by the Graphic and Digital Design department (GDD) and organized by assistant professors Trevor Embury and Marcia Higuchi, provides a platform to explore the complexities of design across multiple modalities, including practice, advocacy, discipline, and ways of knowing. Participants will engage with academics and practitioners … Read more

Need a laptop? UFV has students covered!

Short-term laptop loans are available for current UFV students through the UFV Laptop Loan program. Borrow a device for one day, one week, or up to 30 days —perfect for assignments, exams, or tech emergencies. Learn more about eligibility, and terms and conditions here: https://itservicedesk.ufv.ca/TDClient/52/ITServicesPortal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=12746   09/27/2025

Provost Lunch and Learn — Allyship in Action Project — Sept 25

You’re invited! Provost Lunch and Learn: Allyship in Action Project Hosted by Stefania Pizzirani and the TLC team Join us to learn about the findings from a new review of Indigenization at UFV where nearly 30 faculty colleagues from 18 different departments or faculties were met with. In this review, led by Stefania Pizzirani and … Read more

Opening Doors: First-Gen Voices at UFV — Sept 17

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion designed with first-generation students in mind. Our speakers will share insights, encouragement, and practical advice to help you navigate university life with confidence. This event celebrates the diversity of experiences across campuses, programs, and personal journeys — reminding you that there’s no single path to success, and you’re … Read more

ART IN PRACTICE: SoCA faculty & staff exhibit — opening reception Sept 10 — Exhibit runs Sept 10-29

The opening reception for ART IN PRACTICE, the School of Creative Arts faculty and staff exhibit takes, place Wednesday, Sept 10, starting at 12:30 pm in the UFV Abbotsford S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery (B Build, Room B136). All are welcome to attend, and admission is free. The exhibit will be available for viewing in the gallery … Read more

Internationalizing Indigenization: Leq’áleq’el video project — Sept 23

An online session on Tuesday, Sept 23 from noon to 1 pm introduces Leq’áleq’el, a multilingual video series where UFV faculty and staff share how they came to know and connect with the goals of Indigenization. They use their home and heart languages to share their personal journeys into this work – the relationships, the … Read more

Growing together: What’s next for UFV Student Wellness

Over the past year, UFV Student Wellness has continued to grow and evolve, introducing new initiatives and strengthening peer support across our campuses. From campus-wide events like Wellness Week and Student Wellness Days to our peer-led connection groups and drop-in hours, we’re focused on fostering a culture of care where all students feel seen, supported, … Read more

Campus Recreation and Active Living -Two free trial weeks — Sept 8-18

Kickstart your semester with two free weeks at Campus Recreation & Active Living. From September 8-18, try out the Summit Fitness Centre, join a drop-in sport or intramural league, and explore so much more. Don’t miss your chance to get active, meet new people, and have fun. For more information, visit https://www.ufv.ca/campusrec/ or check out … Read more

Stress science aids reconciliation, UFV research study shows

Using the Science of Stress and Chronic Disease to Facilitate Reconciliation in Canadian University Students The purpose of this study was to determine whether a stepwise reflection process that occurred over a 12-week period would result in attitudinal change and increased empathy regarding intergenerational trauma associated with the Indian Residential School System in a sample … Read more