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The multi-faith prayer space is moving Monday, Sept 16 to S1111b on UFV’s Abbotsford campus. S1111b, also known as the Zen Den, is located in Student Life on the first floor of the Student Union Building in the Student Life space. Previously, the multi-faith prayer space was located on the third floor of the … Read more
UFV Audio Visual Services has now moved from Education Technology Services (ETS) to Information Technology Services (ITS). Our Audio Visual team provides the following services: Technical support for AV equipment issues Maintenance and installation of AV equipment AV recommendations for offices, classrooms, and meeting rooms. IT Service Desk is happy to assist faculty, staff and … Read more
What role will automation play in the future of our food? Dr. Qin Zhang of Washington State University will help us chew on this question at Smart Agriculture: Potentials, Challenges, & Solutions — a free public talk on Tues, Sept 17! The talk will be at UFV’s Abbotsford campus (33844 King Rd, F Building, F124) … Read more
UFV Student Leaders present The Pride Culture Conference This conference is dedicated to the LGBTQ2+ community, allies and advocates. All are welcome to attend. Join us from 9 am to 4 pm as we explore topics ranging from decolonization and reconciliation efforts in the Queer community to creating dependable allies to dating in the transgender … Read more
Calling all LGBTQ2+ community members, Allies and Advocates! The Pride Culture Conference, in collaboration with UFV Student Union Society, presents: An Evening with Jack Saddleback Jack is a Cree two-spirited, transgender, gay man from the Samson Cree Nation in Maskwacis, Alberta, Canada. He is a professional speaker on LGBTiQ2+ related topics, including: Indigenous issues, mental … Read more
Director of Research Services and Industry Engagement, Jerri-Lynne Cameron will run through how to prepare a Research Option & Scholarly Activity (ROSA) application at the annual ROSA Workshop on Wednesday, August 28, 2019, in room A203B at 10 am. Cameron will also cover how the applications are assessed, and answer any attendee questions. The Research, … Read more
Dear colleagues, On September 3, 2019 UFV will begin to phase out acceptance of cash payments for student tuition, student fees, and housing rental fees. Eliminating cash helps preserve the integrity of the post-secondary financial process, supports the safety and security of students’ payments, and follows best practices already adopted by many post-secondary institutes in … Read more
On July 30, the Faculty Services/Mail & Prep Room (B385, Abbotsford campus) will be temporarily relocated to B241, while B385 undergoes renovations this August-September. As always, we will attempt to keep disruptions to a minimum but ask for your patience and understanding during this time. B241 will have two MFDs (one colour and one B&W), … Read more
You may have seen new printers arriving in your department. These are new Ricoh Multi-Function Devices (MFDs) and replace older printer and copier technology at UFV. Key conveniences of these devices: Secure printing – your printed documents can be held until you pick them up from any printer. This ensures the privacy of your material, … Read more
The Facilitator Development Workshop is designed primarily for individuals who will be conducting the Instructional Skills Workshop 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 … Read more
Students & Faculty — Call for Expressions of Interest 2019 UFV Senate Standing Committee Vacancies Expressions of interests continue to be sought from students and faculty to serve on the standing committees of Senate. Available positions are posted online: ufv.ca/secretariat/standing-committee-vacancies/. Positions are being filled as applications are received, on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Senate … Read more
Presented by Prospera Credit Union, the Town & Gown Dinner is UFV’s signature event that celebrates students, Alumni and Community. Join us on Wednesday, Nov 13 at 6 pm Evered Hall, Student Union Building, Abbotsford campus Meet student leaders and find out first-hand about how UFV is helping them to advance their life and career … Read more
Feel Good fitness programs will be running this Spring/Summer in Chilliwack (A2106), from May 13-July 31. These classes are FREE for UFV students as part of the SUS UPass program! Employee: if you would like to get a pass email campusrec@ufv.ca. Employee passes are $75 (10x) or $90 (unlimited). For fitness class schedule and class … Read more
Wednesday, May 15 7 pm – 8 pm Hope Library In his new book, Before We Lost the Lake, former UFV professor Chad Reimer sets out to truly reclaim Sumas Lake, to restore it to its proper place in history. He examines the lake’s natural history and ecology, its occupation and use by the Sema:th … Read more
Dear Colleagues, I’m pleased to invite staff, faculty, and students to join me for presentations from candidates applying for the position of Provost & Vice-President Academic. After preliminary interviews with six individuals, the search committee has identified three people who will present to the UFV community. Each candidate will present on one of the three … Read more