Under Pressure: Land use in the Fraser Valley — Science Cafe on Apr 2

Chilliwack City Councillor Jason Lum and UFV’s Dr. Lenore Newman are the featured speakers at the next Science Café, taking place Wednesday, April 2 from 10:30 am to noon in the library on the UFV Chilliwack campus. They’ll be discussing land use in the Fraser Valley as housing, agriculture industry, commercial, and other uses place … Read more

Alumni Shawun Gauba recognized as BC Business 30 under 30

Shawn Gauba (BBA ’21) has been recognized by BC Business as one of their 30 under 30 this year. In February, Gauba’s company, Kelowna-based Connects Wireless, was set to acquire its 10th location. It’s the largest Bell dealer in B.C., with outposts in Kelowna, Langley, Maple Ridge, Salmon Arm, Williams Lake, Castlegar, Nelson, Squamish and … Read more

UFV Board of Governors & Senate election results

The election results for the UFV Board of Governors for 2025 are: Board faculty member – Andrea Hughes Board staff member – Larissa Horne Board student members: Angelina Joseph and Daria Tysnda The election results for Senate for 2025 are: Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies faculty member – Joel Feenstra Senate student members: Angelina … Read more

UFV 50 Alumni & Friends Weekend — Apr 4-5

Join us for the University of the Fraser Valley’s Alumni Weekend on April 4-5, 2025, the culminating celebration of UFV’s 50th anniversary. Friday, April 4 features the 50 Remarkable Alumni Reception, while Saturday, April 5 offers talks, workshops, exhibits, tours, and family activities. The weekend concludes with UFV Night at the Abby Canucks. Wear your … Read more

Panel discussion – The Unhoused in Public Spaces: Policy & Practice — Apr 8

On Tuesday, April 8, a collaborative panel event hosted by the Centre for Public Safety and Criminal Justice Research (CPSCJR) and John Howard Society will discuss ‘The Unhoused in Public Spaces: Policy & Practice.’ This takes place from 2:30 to 3:30 pm on the Abbotsford campus (Building K, room K180). Panelists: Mark Kersten – Assistant … Read more

From Ground Zero – A documentary film screening — Mar 21

A screening of the documentary film From Ground Zero takes place from 6:30 to 9 pm on Friday, March 21 in Evered Hall (S Building) on the Abbotsford campus. This film project sought to provide internally displaced artists — survivors of Israel’s long assault, which has resulted in apocalyptic humanitarian conditions, destruction, mass killing, starvation, … Read more

UFV Admissions Night — Mar 26

Applying to university is a big step, but you don’t have to do it alone. At UFV, we’re here to help you every step of the way. With small class sizes, supportive professors, and tons of student services, your success is our priority. On Tuesday, March 26, we’re making it super easy for you to … Read more

Mehfil-e-Sukoon — Apr 5

We welcome your presence on Saturday, April 5 at Abbotsford City Hall for an intimate evening of soul-stirring melodies and poetic expressions at Mehfil-e-Sukoon. Presented by SASI and the City of Abbotsford, starting at 6 pm, this special event will showcase the mesmerizing vocals of Maghar Ali Khan, a renowned Sufi artist, with an ensemble … Read more

CityStudio Chilliwack HUBBUB project showcase — Apr 7

A signature event for the City of Chilliwack, the CityStudio HUBBUB takes place Monday, April 7 from 10 am to noon at Chilliwack City Hall (8550 Young Road). This is an interactive project showcase that brings together UFV students to share projects, findings, and recommendations with City of Chilliwack staff, peers, faculty, and community members. … Read more

Canada Reads books available from UFV Library

The Canada Reads 2025 debates take place March 17-20, and the UFV Library is pleased to provide access to the five Canada Reads 2025 contenders, with most books available in both print and audio versions. Print copies are held at the Abbotsford, Chilliwack, and Mission libraries. Readers can place a hold if a copy is … Read more

Elevate Your Edge: Entrepreneurship — Mar 10

UFV’s Esposito Family Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (EFCIE) and the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce’s Company of Young Professionals (CYPE) are kicking off the Elevate Your Edge Series on Monday, March 10, from 4-6 pm on the Abbotsford campus (Building K, rooms K171 and K180) This series will explore themes that are crucial for young professionals … Read more