UFV Nursing part of multi-site simulation research investigating student learning and communication

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Replicating real-life scenarios in a simulated environment is a relatively new practice in nursing education — relatively new, considering the long history of the nursing profession. Advances in technology have resulted in lifelike manikins that allow for new ways to teach skills, techniques, communication, problem solving and critical thinking in a controlled environment. Creating a … Read more

Obituary: Jim Lyons

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Many at UFV will be saddened to hear that Jim Lyons passed away on June 7, 2016.  Jim started with Fraser Valley College on May 30, 1977, as Director, Office Management and Accounting, and retired on June 30, 2001, as Director of Finance. More details on service to come when available.  

Obituary: Nigel Dance

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Many at UFV will be saddened to hear that longtime faculty member and chemistry professor Nigel Dance passed away on June 10. Nigel and his wife Lesley Spier both taught chemistry at UFV for several decades. Sadly, she predeceased him last July 8. Here is the obituary that ran in the Abbotsford News for Nigel: … Read more

UFV’s Giving News is for you — sign up today

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As a UFV faculty or staff member, you are a member of our UFV family. The UFV Giving News (an e-newsletter) assists our family, friends, and donors to stay connected with how we are all changing UFV students’ lives. We highlight stories about the impact awards are making in students’ lives; provide news about UFV’s … Read more

Annual fire inspections to run in August/Sept

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Our contracted service provider, Elite Fire Protection, will be performing their annual inspection of fire devices, fire extinguishers, and emergency lighting at the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses over the course of August 22 to September 4. Please be aware that technicians will be in your area at some point in time wearing UFV Contractor ID … Read more

New Current Students portal launched on UFV website

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As part of the ongoing mobile-responsive redesign that is currently unfolding on the UFV website, the Web team recently published a revamped Current Students portal. The Current Students portal is the fourth in a series of audience-based portals that also include UFV International, Future Students, and Alumni. The Current Students portal provides links to UFV … Read more

Bachelor of Education now available at UFV

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UFV’s Teacher Education department is proud to announce the launch of our Bachelor of Education (as a second degree). In May 2016 the Ministry of Advanced Education approved this new degree to replace our current Teacher Education completion certificate. Graduates will now not only receive their teaching certificate from the BC Teacher Regulation Branch, but … Read more

Financial Aid and Awards Tips for June

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Financial Aid and Awards Tips for June Tip #1: Access to the online bursary application for the summer semester is now available (through your MyUFV account) – the deadline is June 30th. Tip #2: Registration for the fall semester is underway. Remember to set aside $200 for your deposit. Tip #3: Access to the online … Read more

Cascades launch Hall of Fame, seek nominations from community

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The University of the Fraser Valley athletic department is establishing the Cascades Hall of Fame. The new initiative will honour inductees in three categories — athlete, team and builder — who significantly contributed to the UFV varsity sports program, and who brought special honour and recognition to the university. The inaugural class of Cascades Hall … Read more

Employee Grads

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Melissa Bukta, department assistant in Faculty of Applied and Technical studies, and Michelle Rickaby, instructional assistant in UUP, graduated from the University of South Dakota with their MA in Educational Administration specialization in Adult and Higher Education.   For more information, contact Michelle Rickaby at michelle.rickaby@ufv.ca 06/24/2016

Visual Arts international student takes top prize in national competition

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Sidi Chen, a second-year international student from China studying in UFV’s Visual Arts department, has been awarded the top prize in the painting category of the Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) Art Showcase 2016. Sidi was made aware of the CICan opportunity by Visual Arts professors Melanie Jones and Chris Friesen. He decided to enter … Read more

Continuing Education registration now open for Fall

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Looking for professional development opportunities? Need to brush up on digitizing your minute taking or digital record-keeping practices? Take a look at some of the exciting new Fall courses being offered in Continuing Education! Courses range from software-based skills such as Adobe InDesign, to organizational and time management such as minute taking! Check us out … Read more