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Nomination deadline: February 15, 2017 UFV grants the honourable designation of professor or librarian emeritus in recognition of long service and contributions to the institution. How does someone earn emeritus status? As noted in the university’s Collective Agreement, an emeritus designation is not automatic. The designation of “Professor Emeritus” or “Librarian Emeritus” may be awarded by the UFV … Read more
Wed, Jan 18 1:15-2:45 pm Abby U-House Delicious light lunch provided Save this date and come join us for the Scholarly Sharing Initiative. Hear about some projects by UFV faculty: Gabriel Murray — People analytics and the ethics of Artificial Intelligence, are they connected? Michelle Riedlinger — Citizen science digital mapping: The role of digital … Read more
Some events at the Abbotsford Centre to be aware of, as they affect traffic and parking congestion on and around campus. Sat, Jan 14 –T.I. Concert: 7:30 pm Fri, Jan 27 — Lifeway Christian Women’s Event: 7 pm Sat, Jan 28 — Lifeway Christian Women’s Event: 8:30 am Daily Parking: Students and employees may purchase … Read more
From January 4-6, Coast Capital Peer Resource and Leadership Centre Peer Leaders, Global Engagement Volunteers, and Student Ambassadors will be on hand at various locations on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack, CEP campuses to help students during their first days of the semester. Volunteers can help students find their classrooms, provide general directions, etc. The “Ask … Read more
Be sure to pay your fees before the January 17 deadline — Penalties apply if fees are not paid in full. If you’re experiencing delays with government student loan funding, please contact Financial Aid and Awards right away. Get your bursary applications prepared — first day to apply is January 15. Ike Barber Transfer … Read more
Career Exploration & Life Planning workshop Presented by UFV Counselling department 6 Sessions to choose from! 4:30–7 pm Abbotsford campus Jan 25, Feb 23, March 22 Chilliwack, CEP campus Feb 8, March 8, April 13 Explore career options through: Self-Assessment: Personality, Interests, Values and Abilities World of Work Assessment: Career Assessments & Labor Market Demand, … Read more
Campus Recreation and Wellness is offering fitness classes in the Winter Semester on both the Abbotsford and Chilliwack (CEP) campuses. Registration for classes will be open on January 3. Classes being offered include Yoga, Zumba, Bellydance Fitness, More than Core and Functional Fitness. Times, locations, and registration can be found online at http://www.ufvcascades.ca/rec/fitness/ Classes are … Read more
Human Resources recently launched a new UFV Careers website (ufv.ca/careers). With this site, they are piloting a new, online Selection Advisory Committee (SAC) nomination form with associated job postings. During the pilot period, please use the online form to submit nominations directly to HR via the website system. Paper-based forms are not required and will … Read more
From the people who bring you this UFV Now enews, here is a little light holiday fun.
The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the proposed revisions to the Order of Registration (95) policy. The policy revisions may be viewed online at http://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/policies_review/. Please submit your comments to University Registrar David Johnston at david.johnston@ufv.ca by January 13, 2017. Thank you Monique Castonguay Assistant to the Senate University of the Fraser Valley … Read more
The Theatre department is looking for students to get involved on our upcoming productions. Having a theatre background is not required. We will teach you everything you need to know on the job. All you need is an interest in live performance and an eagerness to learn. This is a great way to pick up … Read more
TBS – Thursday February 9, 2017 University House, Abbotsford Campus 1:15 – 2:45pm Delicious refreshments provided For more information, contact Marcella LaFever at marcella.lafever@ufv.ca 02/10/2017
Panel Presentation & Discussion: Is Peace and Conflict Studies part of my field, too? Steve Schroeder, History, Teaching Chair, Peace and Conflict Studies Sven Van de Wetering, Psychology Hayli Millar, Criminology Chris Leach, History Edward Akuffo, Political Science Tues, Feb 28 University House, Abbotsford Campus 1:15–2:45 pm Delicious refreshments provided For more information, contact Marcella … Read more
SSHRC has recently launched its annual Storytellers contest, challenging post-secondary students to show Canadians how social sciences and humanities research affects our lives, our world, and our future prosperity. The contest is open to all students, graduate and undergraduate, enrolled at Canadian post-secondary institutions. Their task is to tell the story, in three minutes or … Read more
The College of Arts and The Reach are co-hosting a presentation by Canadian museologist George Jacob on Creating Cultural Capital: Global Museum Industry Insights Mon, January 16 4:30–6 pm Abby B101 What is the role of museums and culture in our increasingly virtual and changing inter-connected world of accelerated communication and global mobility? Museums are … Read more