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Due to renovations, the Cascades Café on the Abbotsford campus will be closed during the summer months, from July 1, 2017 to September 5, 2017. Please note that the Tim Hortons will be open for their regular business hours, which are available on the Dining Services web page. We apologize for any inconvenience this may … Read more
Women of Africa Works by Charlene Sepellius June 16-June 30. VA 421 Directed Study: Painting and Drawing Faculty: Stefan 2017 Summer Term Being a UFV international student from the beautiful continent of Africa has been such a wonderful blessing because of the opportunities to create unique art. Focusing on the women of Africa, this series … Read more
Among the growing field of experiential learning opportunities provided by the University of the Fraser Valley on and off campus, undergraduate research plays an important role. On Saturday, May 27, UFV economics students Ben Duncan, Gurpreet Jaswal, and Dayton Marks, supported by their instructor, Bosu Seo, took part in the research showcase competition organized by … Read more
Are you working on any research projects next year? Are you writing an article, delivering a conference paper, conducting a study, or planning innovative teaching? If so, then please consider sharing your work at one of the upcoming SSI meetings! Description: The Scholarly Sharing Initiative is a series of informal monthly gatherings held for faculty, … Read more
The Instructor Account assigned to faculty for generic login to the network is being phased out for the end of the Summer 2017 semester. Information Technology Services is taking this action to balance the needs for flexible network access and security of data for all employees at UFV. How does this impact you? Faculty accessing … Read more
Teaching and Learning cut the ribbon on its newly renovated space last week and held an open house to demonstrate its new facilities, services, and equipment. The ribbon was cut by President Mark Evered, Provost and Vice President Academic Eric Davis, and Director of Teaching and Learning Maureen Wideman. The new space includes an improved … Read more
Are you planning to apply for a 2018-19 sabbatical leave? Ask questions and get feedback before submitting your application by attending the sabbatical planning and application workshop facilitated by Dr. Adrienne Chan, AVP, Research, Engagement and Graduate Studies. Thurs, June 1 10 am – 12 noon Room C1422, Abbotsford campus RSVP to Kelly.tracey@ufv.ca At this … Read more
The Teacher Education department at the University of the Fraser Valley is once again offering a Summer Institution in Teacher Education (SITE) between July 10 and July 28, 2017 at the Abbotsford campus. We have an exciting lineup of courses tailored specifically for the needs of practising teachers. If you are looking for a student-centred, … Read more
Dear UFV community, Yesterday the BC provincial general election period officially began, and voting will take place May 9. I encourage all members of our UFV community, individually and personally, to engage actively in this important democratic process. I remind us all, however, that the University, as a public post-secondary institution, must comply with the … Read more
2017 grads – book photo sessions now! Artona Group, UFV’s official graduation photographer, will be on Abbotsford campus in May for graduate portrait sessions. May 11-18 – Abbotsford campus Building B, Room 121 It is recommended that grads book their session now as appointments fill up quickly. To view availability of sessions and to book … Read more
This course introduces students to storytelling through the exploration of multi-faceted forms of orality, community, (auto)biography and performance. Students will learn and explore protocols, creative processes, and storytelling techniquies including Sto:lo and Salish narratives. Students will have the opportunity to create and perform their own stories. THEATRE 250 — Intro to Storytelling May – June, … Read more
Preparation is underway for this year’s New Student Orientation (NSO) events. NSO is an opportunity for new students to connect with UFV by getting to know key people, gaining informative resources and meeting other UFV students. NSO is divided into two parts with Part 1 Start Your Journey happening in May and Part 2 Survival … Read more
Print Services on the Abbotsford campus will be temporarily closed on Mon, March 27 and Tues, March 28, to accommodate the installation of a new digital press. Abbotsford Print Services will reopen on Wed, March 29; however, colour printing will be unavailable until Thurs, March 30. Please send all print jobs to the Chilliwack print … Read more
As many current UFV students are eagerly anticipating the end of the winter semester, many people at UFV are already looking ahead to the start of the 2017/18 academic year. A team of over 60 staff and faculty have been getting ready to welcome UFV’s newest students and their supporters at Part 1 of New … Read more
Papers are due! Finals are coming, but panic is NOT setting in! You are calm and relaxed because you are getting a jump start on your preparation to avoid all of that last minute cramming. Come alone, bring a friend, or sign up as a group! Peer Tutors ~ De-Stress Room ~ Guided Meditation ~ … Read more