New look to UFV Library’s main Find It search and other EBSCO databases

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On June 24, the UFV Library’s main Find It search and other EBSCO database interfaces will be updated. UFV Library vendor EBSCO is updating the user interface. EBSCO states “We are redesigning the EBSCOhost experience and user interface to meet ever-evolving user expectations for accessing, searching, choosing and using the library’s resources. We are introducing … Read more

Taking care of your UFV-issued laptop computer

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Here are a few helpful reminders to keep your UFV laptop running smoothly and make sure it stays in good shape throughout its lifecycle. Keep it safe: Try not to leave your laptop unattended, especially in vehicles. Most thefts happen when laptops are left in cars, even for a short time. No stickers: While it … Read more

Career coaching drop-in sessions — until June 26

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Career coaching drop-in sessions for Summer 2025 (to June 26) Available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Make sure to bring a digital or printed copy of your resume, cover letter, and a copy of the job posting you are interested in (if applicable). Until June 26. UFV Abbotsford campus https://www.ufv.ca/jobs/career-services/ For more information, contact Meghan … Read more

Kinesiology researchers seek perimenopausal women for study

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Researchers in the School of Kinesiology are seeking perimenopausal women to participate in a study on physical activity guidance. Eligible participants will wear a fitness watch to measure daily heart rate variability and use their own data to guide their physical activity engagement. To be eligible to participate women must be in perimenopause and engage … Read more

Musical drag bingo & tea dance — June 25

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Join us for a night of friends, food, drinks, dancing, and musical bingo led by none other than Colin Alda Monsters! Wed, June 25 4:30-7:30pm K Building South Patio This is a 19+ event. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ufv-drag-musical-bingo-tea-dance-tickets-1393094576379?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl For more information, contact Alec Zinman at alec.zinman@ufv.ca 06/25/2025

2025 Undergraduate Research Excellence award recipients

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UFV Research office wishes to extend a huge congratulations to all 2025 Undergraduate Research Excellence award recipients and their faculty supervisors. Community Service Research Kinesiology — Megan Filiatrault Indigenous Research School of Education — Bryanna Hill College of Arts Communications —  Nichaela Jacob Criminology & Criminal Justice — Amneet Sran Economics — Mayu Ochi English … Read more

UFV’s online directory has a new look

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UFV’s online employee directory has been refreshed with a new look and enhanced functionality to help you connect with colleagues more easily. Check out the updated directory here: www.ufv.ca/directory. The updated directory makes it easier to find contact information across the university. You can search by name, campus location, or department, making it more intuitive … Read more

Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW)

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The Facilitator Development Workshop (FDW) is the second level of training within the Instructional Skills Workshop program. Building on ISW experiences around teaching effectiveness, the FDW offers participants the opportunity to build facilitation skills within the ISW context. Participants deliver mini-lessons and receive peer-feedback but also manage the feedback process. This experiential learning approach provides … Read more

Opening reception of Altar to the Unknown God 2 exhibition — June 6

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Opening reception of an interdisciplinary exhibition exploring spiritual identity in 21st-century Western culture through the layering of abstract paintings, sculptures, carpentry, and found objects. Drawing on the Apostle Paul’s biblical encounter with an “altar to the unknown god”, the works reflect a contemporary yearning for the sacred in a secular age. Each piece becomes a … Read more

Extended call for faculty members to serve on Senate standing committees

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Expressions of interests are currently being accepted from faculty to serve on the standing committees of Senate, for terms beginning August 1, 2025. If you are interested in filling a vacancy, please follow the link below and hit the Apply button at the bottom of the page. If you know others who would make a valuable contribution to … Read more

International travel guide for employees

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Support and Advice[1] Introduction International travel may be necessary for professional and/or research purposes, collaboration and knowledge generation, and/or for enriching educational experiences. Recent geopolitical changes mean some of our previous assumptions about cross-border and international travel may no longer be valid and require greater due diligence than in the past. This document is prepared … Read more