School of Business Study Abroad info session brings experience to life for interested students

The School of Business held a Study Abroad info session recently, where students from first to fourth year came to eat some pizza, hear some stories, and learn about what study abroad options are available for business students. We heard from returning study abroad students, and had a visiting student also speak. Gary is a … Read more

2016 grads can book their photo session now!

Please share with your studens: 2016 grads can book their photo session now! Professional photographers from Artona Group, the official graduation photographer for UFV, will be on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack CEP campus in March for graduate portrait sessions ($15 sitting fee). March 1–14 — Abbotsford campus Artona Mobile Studio — Mobile Studio located in … Read more

UFV School of Business hosts Ch’nook Cousins workshop

The Ch’nook Cousins workshop held on Tues, Dec 8, was a great success for the UFV School of Business. The UFV School of Business, along with 24 other institutions in British Columbia, have taken part in the Ch’nook Indigenous Business Education program, an initiative that “promotes and encourages business participation for aboriginals in their area.” … Read more

Evered visits Hope Centre

UFV President Mark Evered and his executive assistant Jill Smith visited the Hope Centre for the afternoon recently. Centre coordinator Michelle Vandepol organized a Christmas cookie social. She reports that the president visited with each student personally, asking about their courses and goals. Vandepol has recently created a list letting people know what the Hope … Read more

Rita Atake is new coordinator of the Academic Success Centre

Teaching and Learning welcomes Rita Atake, the new coordinator of the Academic Success Centre. Rita has 15 years of administrative as well as teaching experience. Her educational background includes an undergraduate degree in English and literature and a master’s degree in communications studies. She has worked collaboratively with faculty and other areas in post-secondary institutions … Read more

Abbotsford Building A and B breezeway and accessibility improvement update

The main entrance-way to Buildings A and B on the UFV Abbotsford campus is a key thoroughfare and is not currently equipped for accessibility. Planned improvements address the need for ramps and walkways to make this entrance accessible for people with disabilities. The disruptive noise-related work on the building envelop of Building B is now … Read more

Red dresses sought for art installation

We are looking for red dresses. Red dresses are needed (ASAP) for an art installation on the UFV Abbotsford campus in mid-October.  Any size, any shape, any style, and any red hue — we want them all. Donations will be accepted as well as loaners.  All loaners will be returned to the owner immediately following … Read more

Message from the President: Political Caution

Faculty, Staff, and Students of UFV, As the October 19 federal election draws nearer, I encourage all members of our UFV community, individually and personally, to engage actively in this important democratic process. I know that some of you are running for office, or volunteer on your own time to work on election campaigns. These … Read more

Help create a more food-secure future — Feeding 9 Billion challenge

Think you’ve got what it takes to create a business model related to sustainability, food, and universities in 24 hours? Feeding 9 Billion is a nationwide challenge held at universities across Canada. Third- and fourth- year students at UFV are invited to participate in this 24-hour event centered on creating buisness plans related to sustainable … Read more

Academic Success Centre is open throughout the summer

The Academic Success Centre (ASC) is available to assist students with writing and some subject-area content throughout the summer semester of 2015. Please communicate this in your classes so all students are aware of this free service. Locations: – Abbotsford campus G126 – Chilliwack campus A1212 (inside the Library) Hours: – Abbotsford: Monday to Friday 9 … Read more

UFV in photos — reunions, openings, launches

It’s a busy time at UFV, as students’ work culminates in showcases and competitions and departments hold spring-themed special events. The UFV Alumni Association hosted the launch of the 2015 alumni wine, with the label designed by alumna Catherine Adamson, on April 9. More than 90 students presented their research at Student Research Day on … Read more

Artona Grad photography is coming back in May

Artona Grad photography is coming back in May. 2015 grads can book photo session now. Professional photographers from the Artona Group, the official graduation photographer for UFV, will be on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack CEP campus in March for graduate portrait sessions ($15 sitting fee) May 25- 30 – Abbotsford campus Building C, Room 1420 … Read more

Wierks, Pauls named athletes of the year at Cascades awards banquet

Sarah Wierks and Aaron Pauls were named the University of the Fraser Valley’s athletes of the year on Tuesday evening, as the Cascades athletic department held its annual awards banquet at the Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre. Wierks, a 6’2” fifth-year centre with the women’s basketball team, was honoured for a historic season. The Chilliwack … Read more