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As part of our continuous upgrades to improve energy efficiency, we are adding metering to our buildings. To do this requires that we shut down incoming power to the building that we are adding the metering. On Sunday, March 15, we will be installing the metering for Abbotsford campus Building B, C, A West and … Read more
The model in the Chilliwack library’s display cabinet is showing off how easy it is to use a metabolic cart to estimate the amount of oxygen used by tissues during exercise or at rest. By measuring the amount of oxygen consumed by our cells, we can estimate the amount of energy produced through cellular respiration. … Read more
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) March 1–14, Abbotsford campus Artona Mobile Studio – Mobile Studio located south of Building C March 15–18 – Chilliwack campus at CEP Artona Mobile Studio … Read more
2015 Portfolio Workshop Tuesday February 3, UFV Mission campus Come to our portfolio workshop and find out about graphic design! Info Session, Studio + Lab tour 6–7 pm Learn how to design logos, books, websites, motion graphics, iPad apps, posters, and much more! Find out what it takes to be a graphic designer and about … Read more
No matter what angle you examine it from, Sasa Plavsic’s journey from the University of the Fraser Valley men’s soccer program to the European pro ranks is a compelling underdog tale. How many former Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) men’s soccer alumni go on to make a living playing the game in Europe? And how many … Read more
A message from President Mark Evered: UFV students, staff, faculty, alumni and friends, It is with deep sadness that we recall the murder of 14 women on this day 25 years ago at L’Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal. December 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada. This year, … Read more
As a collaboration between the UFV’s Lens of Empowerment Project, Visual Arts, Indigenous Studies and UFV International, this event is sure to be the cherry on top of International Education Week 2014 events. In the film The Hands of History, Vancouver filmmaker Loretta Todd and The National Film Board honour the gifts of four remarkable … Read more
Hard to believe it’s that time of year again! Purdy’s brochures are available for the Christmas 2014 Group Purchase Program. All UFV employees have an opportunity to purchase Purdy’s chocolates at 25% off the retail price by participating in the annual group purchase plan. Because of the size of our Christmas order, every year we … Read more
You’re invited to join us for a short celebration event to wrap up the UFV Lifesaver giving campaign. Wed, Nov 19, 12 pm Cascades Cafe (B103), Abbotsford campus • hear a quick campaign update • find out how your gift helps students in need • hear a special announcement from Sodexo • meet the new … Read more
Employees can go to a local clinic of their choice to receive their flu shot. There are no on-campus clinics this year. Flu shots are eligible for reimbursement through Manulife for those of our employees with coverage. If direct billing is not an option through the pharmacy or clinic that you get your flu shot … Read more
Getting hands-on experience is how we learn about the world, and how we learn about ourselves. The growth of experiential learning opportunities are growing at University of the Fraser Valley and in our communities. On Wednesday Nov 12 from 2:30-4:00pm in B101, Abby campus, the event “Exploring Global Indigeneity through Internships” will highlight the journey … Read more
UFV adjunct professor Ged Martin reckons he’s done well to survive challenges from students in an upper-level history class, who asked him some tough questions. The class, on pre-Confederation Canada, had read some of Ged Martin’s recent work on Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, and were keen to ask questions. “I expected … Read more
This free workshop coming up very soon is an excellent opportunity to find out how to care for ourselves by using nutrition. What we eat has many effects on our student brains and moods. Tues, Nov 4 1-2 pm food demo/sampling free for UFV students (non-perishable donations for Student Food Bank will be accepted) professional … Read more
There’s a sense of focus and confidence among UFV’s women’s soccer players as they prepare for the Canada West Final Four this weekend. The Cascades are just one victory away from punching their ticket to the Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) national championship tournament, and that pivotal game kicks off on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. … Read more
The UFV 40th anniversary celebrations continue Tues, Oct 21, in Mission. UFV is partnering with Mission Community Services in offering the annual Celebration of Light (Diwali) – a free public event. Help UFV celebrate by joining in this community event. It includes delicious food, crafts, music, dance, and lively entertainment from diverse cultures. Visit the UFV photo … Read more