Emergency signage changing

UFV will be replacing all posted “emergency” signage over the next few weeks. Please see the attached NEW image. The new signage is much clearer and will provide the caller with concise expectations. In addition to this change, UFV will also be moving the Call Centre in house with the creation of a Security Operations … Read more

Parking permit process for non-permanent employees

CORRECTION NOTICE Parking permit process for non-permanent employees UFV Non-permanent employees have the following payment options for acquiring parking permits at UFV: • $25 per month — this can be purchased at a monthly increment of your choice — employee hanging parking permit is available for purchase through the Facilities office located at the Abbotsford campus … Read more

Fall 2014 academic calendar deadlines

The deadlines for the Fall 2014 academic calendar are as follows: January UEC meeting (Fri, Jan 31): Major program changes deadline (requires concurrent recommendation by SBC and subsequent recommendation by APPC and approval by Senate. Please note that monthly progression through the committee levels is not guaranteed.) February UEC meeting (Fri, Feb 28): Minor program … Read more

Alumni enjoy an evening of music, wine, and appetizers at LIBIT Reunion

More than 50 alumni and guests came together on Fri, Nov 22 for the 2013 Library & Information Technology Alumni Reunion reception. The reception was held in Alumni Hall on UFV’s Abbotsford campus and featured beautiful music from local harpist Esther Ewert, a silent auction and delicious appetizers and alumni commemorative wine. Vlad Dvoracek, AVP … Read more

Parking permit process for non-permanent employees

UFV Non-permanent employees have the following payment options for acquiring parking permits at UFV. $100 per four-month semester — employee hanging parking permit is available for purchase through the Facilities office located at the Abbotsford campus in B150; we do not have a parking office component at Chilliwack. Cash, debit, and credit cards are accepted … Read more

Angel Tree season is here!

Being a student isn’t easy, but it’s even more of a challenge to be a student and a parent with unmet financial need – especially at Christmas. Every year, the Angel Tree program tries to make Christmas a little easier for our UFV families in need through generous donations from staff, students, and community members. … Read more

Research Excellence award nominations sought

Each year UFV recognizes individual research excellence through its Research Excellence award. Those eligible for nomination include all UFV B faculty who have completed their probationary period or sessional instructors who have a cumulative equivalent of two years teaching time at UFV. Nominations will be accepted from B faculty, sessional faculty, or university administrators. Members … Read more

Teaching Excellence award nominations sought

Calling for Teaching Excellence Award Nominations Once again UFV will provide an award to an individual in recognition of teaching excellence. Those eligible for nomination include all UFV faculty and lab instructors who have completed two years of instruction, or sessional instructors who have completed the equivalent time. Last year’s winner was communications faculty member … Read more

UFV Cascades introduce tailgate parties prior to basketball games this season

Now you can get a quick bite to eat and enjoy some pre-game sociability at tailgate parties one hour before the start of the UFV women’s basketball games all season long.  The Cascades are partnering with Baker House (UFV Residence) on this venture. “I want to thank Kathryn Garcia and her staff for supporting our … Read more

Purdy’s Group Purchase Program

The countdown to Christmas has begun, and it’s time to get those Purdy’s orders done! 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. The brochure is available online at http://www.purdys.com/images/X13_GPP/X13_GPP_brochure_2013.pdf, or in H:\Public\Temp\Purdy’s Group Purchase\Christmas2013Brochure.pdf. I also have a … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV

There are many new and vacant positions advertised on the UFV Career Opportunities website. Positions that have just been placed on the website include: Records Assistant, Chilliwack campus Program Technician, Faculty of Trades & Technology Clerical/Receptionist, UFV International Program Assistant, Student Life Visual Arts Sessional Faculty: Professional Development and Practices To view details on this … Read more

Textbook adoptions are due

Please note that textbook adoptions are due Tues, Oct 15, for the 2014 winter semester. Please visit the online adoption site below to submit your orders. If you forgot your username and password or have not been supplied one, please email joanne.hutter@ufv.ca The tentative winter 2014 courses are accessible now: http://ucfv.bookware3000.ca/eSolution/adoption/ You may also fill … Read more

Interdisciplinary committee meeting — Oct 24

All faculty and staff are invited to the next Interdisciplinary committee meeting to be held on Thurs, Oct 24 from 3-4 pm on the Chilliwack campus in A2428. This committee works to create a more inclusive environment at UFV for students, faculty, and staff and we would appreciate your insight and input. Julia Byl Workplace … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV

There are many new and vacant positions advertised on the UFV Career Opportunities website. The current positions that have just been placed on the website include: Sessional faculty, Winter 2014 Sociology sessional faculty Anthropology sessional faculty Accounts Payable Supervisor Records Assistant, Chilliwack campus To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of … Read more