Pub Trivia Night — Sept 25
The English Students Association is hosting a pub trivia night! Mon, Sept 25 6:30–10 pm Finnegan’s Pub Details on the ESA Facebook page For more information, contact Amy Huesken at amy.huesken@ufv.ca 09/26/2017
2017-18 UFV meeting weeks breakdown and stat holidays
When scheduling committee meetings and events please refer to the “2017-2018 Weeks Breakdown for UFV Meeting and Stat Holidays” pdf that can be found online at http://www.ufv.ca/admissions/schedrooms/rmbookings/#UFV+Meeting+Schedule. This same document is also saved on the Public drive – Public\UFVinfo\Meeting Schedule and Timelines\2017-2018 Meeting Schedule Timelines. For more information, contact Cecelia Dirksen at cecelia.dirksen@ufv.ca 10/04/2017
Student presentation — Sustainable Development in Peru — Sept 26
On Tuesday, September 26, Madison Stewart will give a presentation on her experiences working as an intern for Mosqoy, a Canadian NGO based in Cusco and the surrounding Sacred Valley region of Peru. Mosqoy is a multidimensional organization, focusing on Peru’s rural development in the spheres of sustainable tourism, Indigenous knowledge and youth education. Madison … Read more
Survive the Semester: Live Well, Learn Well workshops — Sept 28
Take a mini-workshop to boost your study skills Get tips and resources on wellness and learning Boost your brain power with healthy delicious snacks! Thurs, Sept 28 Workshops: 12-12:45 pm Learn your way: Discover your learning style 1-1:45 pm Too Many Assignments, Too Little Time 2-2:45 pm De-stress for test success 3-3:45 pm Make and … Read more
UFV GDD nearly sweep national design awards
UFV students in the Graphic and Digital Design program won scholarships in two of three categories in the 2017 George Haroutian National Scholarship Awards, and came runner up in the third category. Cooper Symonds won in the design category, while Mei Noftle won in the image category. Kelsea Rice was runner up in the advertising … Read more
Who Owns History? — Forum Sept 26
The UFV History department is hosting a public forum on historical monuments, the use of history and who gets to decide. In Charlottesville, Virginia, removal of a statue of Confederate general Robert E. Lee brought out protesters, some with links to white supremacist organizations. In Canada, members of the Ontario union of elementary school teachers advocated dropping … Read more
2017 Retirement Dinner — Nov 20
The 2017 Retirement Dinner will be held on Mon, Nov 20, at 6 pm at the Quality Hotel & Conference Centre. You are invited to a dinner to honour 13 employees as they retire from the University of the Fraser Valley: Elaine Harris, Molly Ungar, Shelley Chute, Lisa Storozynsky, Peggy Bray, Diane Luu, Lori Ann … Read more
Study Abroad Expo — Sept 27
Interested in studying abroad but don’t know how to get started? Come to the Study Abroad Expo on Wed, Sept 27. Find out about all of the amazing options available to you. Learn about eligibility requirements, application procedures, and the great scholarships available to you. Visit all of the booths and enter for a chance … Read more
Sustainable Food Systems speaker series — Sept 21
Join us for a for a discussion about sustainable food systems and hear expert insight on plant health, glyphosates, soil health, organic, GMOs, and human health. Thurs, Sept 21 University House 7-9 pm Speakers: Dr. Garry Fehr, UFV Director of Agriculture Centre of Excellence (Moderator) Dr. Laila Benkrima, Horticulturist Carmen Dunn, Holistic Nutritional Practitioner Dan … Read more
CIBC Networking Event — Sept 26
CIBC Networking Event Don’t miss CIBC’s Networking event happening on Tues, September 26 at 1 – 2:30PM The event will be located in room C1429 (Abbotsford Campus) Reserve your spot by emailing networking@ufv.ca Drop-ins welcome! This event is brought to you by the Career Centre. 09/27/2017
Witness Blanket volunteer docents wanted
Indigenous Affairs senior advisor Shirley Hardman is looking for volunteers to sit with the Witness Blanket exhibit at various times. The duties are light. Our commitment is to have someone with the blanket for all open hours. The person who volunteers until 7 pm will need to ensure that security has come and locked the … Read more
Business Writer’s Weekend — Oct 27-29
Looking for skills growth in your business writing? Writing doesn’t come easy to everyone, especially in the business world! Check out the Business Writer’s Weekend to jumpstart your workplace-writing skills. Key skills you will acquire include the basics of writing a grant, writing a press release, and much more. Learn how to use your writing … Read more
CEP A LEED Gold Certification celebration & building tour — Sept 26
You are invited to celebrate the LEED Gold certification of CEP A. Tues, Sept 26 1:30-2:30 pm CEP A – Atrium LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a third-party certification program that sets standards and applies ratings for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of buildings. CEP A is LEED Gold-certified, the 2nd … Read more
Board of Governors byelection for staff representative
Staff Vacancy on the Board of Governors Call for Nomination Period: September 18 to October 6, 2017 A call is underway for one UFV staff member to serve the remainder of a three-year term on the Board of Governors. If you are interested in this position, please forward a completed Board Staff Nomination Form, available … Read more
Take on the challenge with the First-Year Challenge
Attention: First-Year Students! New to UFV? Learn about all the great services that are available to you while earning some amazing FREE prizes with the First Year Challenge. The First Year Challenge, carried out by The Student Life department, would like to invite all first-year students to participate in our newly developed curriculum. Familiarize yourself … Read more