Submit to the Zine attempt 6 — Climate edition

The Cascade is accepting submissions for a climate themed Zine that will be published in April. We are accepting submissions of all kinds: – creative writing (creative nonfiction, short stories, poetry, etc.) – journalism (features, Q&As, non-academic essays, etc.) – visual arts (photography, painting, illustrations, graphic design, etc) Deadlines for submissions are March 18 and … Read more

Call for Proposals for Research Supporting Flood Recovery in the Sumas Prairie Abbotsford Disaster Relief Fund — deadline April 30

While the immediate danger of flood waters has receded the impacts on land, infrastructure, businesses, and people are still being felt. We are calling for research proposals that will address these impacts and provide pathways that lead to recovery. Individual projects can be funded for up to $25,000, but they must demonstrate outcomes that provide … Read more

Internationalization Workshops — April 6 and 8

Please join Victoria Surtees, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Internationalization in her workshops offered in April 2022. Chat – I (Chat Internationalization) April 6, 2022 (12–1 pm) The objective of these chats is to have a non-structured, casual discussion around cultures, inclusive approaches to teaching, and more. Test Questions for Multilingual Learners Workshop April 8, 2022 … Read more

Provost’s Lunch and Learn — Learn more about exciting projects from UFV Marketing — March 30

With the adoption of the integrated strategic plan last year, UFV Marketing has kicked off some significant new projects that will have broad impact across UFV. Join UFV Marketing Director Laura Authier to learn more about the projects to revitalize UFV’s website and brand, and why the developing Strategic Enrolment Management plan is vital to … Read more

Get to know Student Affairs — April 6

Student Affairs leads counselling, the food bank, academic advising, financial aid, and all other student-focused programs at UFV. Join us in hearing from our VP Students, Dr. Alisa Webb, Executive Director Kyle Baillie, and staff and student representatives from Living Learning Community as they discuss their vision and passion for Student Affairs. Wed, April 6 … Read more

Chat – T (Chat Teaching) — Mar 30

Join Claire Hay, Teaching and Learning Specialist, in wide-ranging conversations around teaching and learning. Wed, March 30 — Planning for the unexpected: how to design adaptable courses. Wed, April 27 — Ungrading and alternative grading models More event listings at: events.ufv.ca/tlc/ Info/Questions: tlcevents@ufv.ca https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/CourseDevelopmentWorkshops@ufv.ca/bookings/s/cvswXc4KlEKYgie2CM0B4w2   04/27/2022

The Modern Man Alive: Overcoming societal expectations to work towards wellness and social justice. Organized by UFV Social Work Community Development Students

The Modern Man Alive is an event dedicated to exploring how gender and masculinity interact with Social Justice and Wellness to shape our perception of the world around us. This event will utilize various forms of media, guest speakers, and activities to shed light on how gender norms influence our daily lives. Our goal is … Read more

You’re invited to participate in a SEM planning workshop — March 29, 30, or 31

UFV is developing a new strategic enrolment management plan that will shape the future of how we recruit, admit, enroll, and deliver a UFV education to our students. Please join us for one of three opportunities to share your thoughts. Register for one of the following sessions at https://forms.office.com/r/w0E5KwwpE4 Tues, March 29, 9-11 am — … Read more

The Modern Man Alive: Overcoming societal expectations to work towards wellness and social justice — March 28

The Modern Man Alive is an event dedicated to exploring how gender and masculinity interact with Social Justice and Wellness to shape our perception of the world around us. This event will utilize various forms of media, guest speakers, and activities to shed light on the ways in which gender norms influence our daily lives. … Read more

Senate public meeting — April 22

The next Senate meeting is scheduled for Friday, Apr 22 at 1:30 pm on the Abbotsford campus, Room A225. The deadline for submission for items for the agenda is Tuesday, April 12 at noon. Please email your submissions to UFVSenate@ufv.ca https://www.ufv.ca/senate/meeting-schedule/ For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 04/22/2022

Faculty/Student Research and Scholarly Activity Fund

There are funding opportunities available through the Faculty/Student Research and Scholarly Activity Fund (FSRSAF), which is designed to support active student involvement in faculty research and scholarly activity. All UFV Type B Faculty, Academic Support Faculty, and Directors are eligible to apply to this fund. The deadline is April 30. Please apply in ROMEO through … Read more

Get to know the College of Arts webinar — April 4

Join us via Zoom to get to know the College of Arts. Hear from Dr. Sylvie Murray, Dean of Arts, Dr. Heather Davis-Fisch, and Indigenous Studies student Danielle Hill as they update you on the goals, hopes, and their passion behind what they do and what they are learning. Mon, April 4 7-8 pm https://ufv-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1a4BuK1tQ9meW6UxbG4coQ … Read more