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Davida Kidd (Visual Arts) and Debbie Wheeler (Biology) recently collaborated on a collograph project. In Davida’s words: “This Cyborg Print Media collograph project was one in which we were challenged to create an insect with a mechanical component. Additionally, a creative story was to take the place of the standard artist’s statement. As part of … Read more
The Pension Corporation has posted a Q & A document regarding design changes to the College Pension Plan. Please visit the website here for more information. For more information, contact Debbie Dyck at debbie.dyck@ufv.ca 04/30/2014
Students with an interest in video production will once again have the opportunity to participate in the Lens of Empowerment Project (women’s citizenship and identity in Stó:lō territory expressed in video filmmaking) offered by the University of the Fraser Valley’s Visual Arts department and Indigenous Affairs office in the 2014 fall and 2015 winter semesters. … Read more
KPE professor Joanna Sheppard is once again bringing a group of 25 UFV students (from KPE and Teacher Education programs) to Antigua, West Indies. The 2014 Champions for Health Promoting Schools program will run from April 28-May 26, 2014. “School programs can play a vital role in the provision of learning opportunities that protect and … Read more
In collaboration with Impark, UFV has introduced e-permit parking for non-permanent UFV employees. A non-permanent employee can register only one vehicle on the e-permit system and must purchase a minimum of one month at a time ($25/month). This new e-permit system will streamline the application process and provide more convenient service to non-permanent employees. Changes … Read more
Dr. Carl Peters a visual arts and English instructor at UFV, is guest curator for the exhibit textual vishyuns: image in the work of bill bissett at The Reach gallery in Abbotsford. “textual vishyuns: image and text in the work of bill bissett is not only a coup for Abbotsford but for all of Canada, … Read more
Internationalization and shifting domestic demographics have contributed to increasing cultural diversity on Canadian campuses. This diversity brings both challenges and opportunities. This workshop will provide you with a better understanding of internationalization trends in higher education and how intercultural frameworks and tools can help us become more effective educators in this 21st century environment. Mon, … Read more
By now, many people will have heard about the Heartbleed bug, a newly discovered vulnerability in a widely used encryption program called OpenSSL. This issue is widespread as OpenSSL is used to secure communication of confidential information such as passwords, credit card numbers and other personal data across the Internet. IT Services is treating this … Read more
Know any students with communications and design experience? The Canada-India Business Council is currently looking for part-time summer interns who can help in the areas of communications, research, and graphics/website/design. For further information or to submit a resume, please contact us at info@canada-indiabusiness.ca. 04/30/2014
UFV criminologist Yvon Dandurand spoke on CBC radio Wednesday about the use of knives in crime in the wake of the tragedy in Calgary. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary-stabbings-how-knife-crime-in-canada-can-cause-moral-panic-1.2611698 The story was also picked up by the Huffington Post http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/04/16/calgary-stabbings-university_n_5158024.html
Every year people from University of the Fraser Valley and its surrounding community come together to support one of the most exciting and culturally enriching events in the Visual Arts department: the BFA Grad Show. This year the exhibit will feature the largest graduating class to date. Everyone is invited to the opening reception on … Read more
Is it possible to revise our FA&A Tips of the month for April? I have an additional tip that I would like to include. Here is the revision: ——– Tip #1: Registration for Summer semester is underway. Remember to set aside $200 for your deposit – fee deferrals are not a given. Tip #2: Start … Read more
Abbotsford–CIVL Radio 101.7 FM congratulates JOHN WELSH, TRISTAN SMITH AND FRANKLYN CURRIE for advancing to the final round of the #CIVLSSBattle! On Friday, April 11, the 3 talented singer-songwriters will battle for one final time during the intermissions at the Abbotsford Heat game, after which the viewing audience and Facebook fans online will vote for … Read more
Welcome to new employee: Bhupinderjeet Singh — Business Intelligence Developer, Institutional Research and Integrated Planning
Convocation 2014 — class cancellations UFV’s Convocation is Thurs, June 12 and Fri, June 13. As per UFV’s established practice, all day-time classes (semester-based not training-day based) that start prior to 5:30 pm will be cancelled during Convocation. Please note that this does NOT affect Trades classes (at TTC or Aerospace campuses) or any PTV … Read more