Collaborative Online International Learning info session — Oct 5

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Join Victoria Surtees, UFV’s COIL facilitator, to learn more about Collaborative Online International Learning. COIL is a form of experiential and applied learning. A COIL project involves two or more faculty members from different universities that collaboratively develop a project to be completed by students in both classes. Students work together virtually to explore driving … Read more

Craft & Commiserate — Sept 15

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Join Victoria Surtees for our first craft of the year! This session’s craft will be a repeat of a session last year, back by popular demand: wool pumpkins!   What you need to know: No crafting skills necessary! We provide supplies. Open to all faculty and staff Drop in, bring a friend, bring your lunch, … Read more

Building accountability, creating connections: the TASK program (podcast episode)

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Taysen Gabrielson and William McAllister share their experiences in UFV’s TASK program, a workplace-readiness program for students with diagnosed and undiagnosed disabilities. They share the classroom strategies they experienced that helped them build accountability and feel like they could truly be themselves. Listen to the podcast here: https://rss.com/podcasts/ekta/3053856/ For more information, contact Michelle Andrus at … Read more

Meet the new SLG crew!

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The Supported Learning Groups (SLG) program has welcomed its new cohort of SLG leaders. After completing their initial training in facilitation, collaborative learning, and learning strategies, these students are ready to begin their journey as peer supporters. As SLG leaders, they will create welcoming and engaging learning spaces where students can learn with and from … Read more

River’s Café is now open at TTC on Chilliwack campus

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Looking for a delicious breakfast or lunch on campus? River’s Café is now open at the Trades & Technology Centre on the Chilliwack campus. Our culinary students are excited to welcome you to our teaching café, where they’ll be putting their skills into practice while preparing and serving a variety of breakfast and lunch offerings. … Read more

Zoom(ing) to Teams begins with pilot program

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Dear colleagues, We’re pleased to announce the launch of Zoom(ing) to Teams, an initiative that will move UFV from Zoom to Microsoft Teams for classroom teaching, webinars, and virtual collaboration. This transition, which will be completed in August 2027, reflects our ongoing commitment to giving faculty, staff, and students technology that is effective, integrated, and sustainable. By expanding … Read more

Community of Practice: Holistic Assessment — Sept 11

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Taking place online via Zoom on Friday, Sept 11 from 1-2:30 pm, the Community of Practice: Holistic Assessment provides a space for dialogue on assessment practices that weave together Indigenous and western perspectives. Facilitated by Leanne A. Joe from the Teaching and Learning Centre, we will consider how these principles apply to our teaching practice. … Read more

Wellness Wednesday Spin Class — Sept 23

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The UFV Campus Recreation Wellness Spin Class takes place on Wednesday, Sept 23, from 6-7 pm on the mezzanine of Building E on the Abbotsford campus. This is an opportunity for students to get active, challenge themselves, and experience an energizing group fitness class in a fun and supportive environment. Led by a certified instructor, … Read more