University Advancement Archive
Unique student centre at UFV backed by Coast Capital Savings
Coast Capital Savings and UFV are continuing their collaborative partnership by creating the Coast Capital Savings Peer Resource and Leadership Centre. Student leadership and peer-to-peer student assistance will continue to thrive at UFV thanks to a $50,000 contribution from Coast Capital Savings, Canada’s second largest credit union. Located in the Student Union Building on the…Town and Gown Fundraising dinner
The inaugural Town & Gown Fundraising Dinner takes place on Thursday, November 12. Proceeds from this unique UFV Advancement event will fund scholarships for exemplary students. The following is from David Leis, director of Advancement at UFV: I‘m writing as a colleague to extend a special invitation to you. It’s truly amazing to be a…Steven Schroeder named UFV Peace and Conflict Studies Teaching Chair
From local crime wars to the civil conflict in Syria and the related refugee crisis, violence is prevalent in our world. This abundance of conflict means the establishment of the University of the Fraser Valley’s new Peace and Conflict Studies Teaching Chair is relevant and timely. Dr. Steven Schroeder, a faculty member in the UFV…Lifesaver 2015 campaign launches with a splash at Welcome Back
UFV employees have shown themselves to be a generous bunch in the past. This year’s Lifesaver campaign offers them the chance offer support to students once again. And it will start with a splash at this year’s Employee Welcome-Back Barbecue on Wed, Aug 26. An initiative of UFV’s Advancement office, the Lifesaver campaign gives employees…Having fun, helping students at UFV’s 35th Employee Charity Golf
Great weather and an even better cause welcomed dozens of duffers to last weekend’s UFV Employee Charity Golf Tournament at Abbotsford’s Fraserglen Golf Course. (See photos here) Over its 35-year history, the event has become a seasonal favourite for UFV employees. Leading the charge once again was UFV's Faculty and Staff Association and Human Resources…Scholarship inspired by excellent nursing care at Abbotsford Regional Hospital
Dr. Malwinder Singh Dhami is one of the most enthusiastic supporters of the University of the Fraser Valley. Dhami, a dentist with a long-established practice in Abbotsford, has been connected to the university for many years. He has been a member of the UFV Abbotsford Community Council , and played a key role in fundraising…Special edition of Skookum magazine highlights Top 40 Alumni
The latest edition of Skookum, UFV’s magazine, has hit the mailboxes of alumni and donors and is being distributed throughout our campuses and to our communities. This edition continues to celebrate our 40th anniversary and highlights the achievements of our Top 40 alumni. You can see a PDF version of the magazine here, or pick…Jean Scott remembered as great friend of UFV
Dr. Jean Scott, a UFV honorary doctorate recipient and long-time friend of the university, passed away on February 25, 2015. She was a well-known community activist and feminist who made her mark both locally and nationally, and was 102 years old at the time of her passing. The celebration of life for Jean Scott will…Roger Sasaki’s legacy continues with endowed award for Social Work
Roger Sasaki cared. Even in the final days of his fight against cancer, the proud husband, father, friend, and social worker still wrote extensively in a journal, where words like ‘gratefulness’ and ‘hope’ kept arising despite his grim prognosis. He knew the doctors, nurses, and cleaning staff by name. All his life he was…David Leis new Director of Advancement at UFV
David Leis is the new Director of Advancement at the University of the Fraser Valley, leading fundraising for university initiatives, programs, and scholarships. He started his position on Oct 20. Advancement is part of the UFV University Relations department, headed by Executive Director Leslie Courchesne. “I am very pleased to welcome David Leis to UFV,”…UFV marks 40th anniversary with community celebrations
UFV continues to celebrate its 40th anniversary year with several community events in September and October. Things get groovy on Wednesday, Sept 17, when UFV hosts a 1970s-inspired party on the campus green at the Abbotsford campus on King Road. There will be a retro costume contest, live music, marketplace, kids zone and more! The…September 13 is UFV Day at the Chilliwack Corn Maze
The University of the Fraser Valley is highlighting its rural roots and commitment to excellence in an “a-maze-ing” way during its 40th anniversary year. UFV has teamed up with the Chilliwack Corn Maze and Pumpkin Farm, and has been named the maze’s charity of choice for 2014. This year’s corn maze design is in the…Coast Capital Savings supports student leadership at UFV with $250,000
The university experience is about more than attending lectures, completing assignments, and studying for exams. At least it can be, if students take advantage of the extracurricular and volunteer opportunities available. Students at the University of the Fraser Valley have been able to engage in many leadership opportunities thanks to the support offered by the…Top 40 alumni — last week to nominate
Who’s in your top 40? As part of its 40th anniversary celebrations, the University of the Fraser Valley is seeking nominations for its Top 40 alumni, and organizers want your help. The campaign is into its final two weeks for nominations. “In this anniversary year we want to shine a bright light on our alumni…RBC Foundation continues support for UFV peer mentoring program
The RBC Arts Peer Mentoring program will continue for the 2014/15 academic year thanks to another generous donation of $20,000 from the RBC Foundation, for a total donation to date of $40,000. Started in 2012 as a pilot project stemming from support provided by the RBC Foundation, the RBC Arts Peer Mentoring program was renewed…Sussels leave a legacy honouring parents who risked everything for
Walter Sussel doesn’t actually remember leaving Germany, but the story of his journey as recounted by others is seared into his brain. A little boy. Four years old. Holding the hand of his two-year-old sister. Being told by a trusted adult to walk along a forested path. That his uncle was waiting for him on…Eight new donor-funded student awards established
Support from donors has enabled UFV to create eight new student awards since last summer. Thanks to our caring donors and friends, UFV has established these awards, scholarships and bursaries -- totaling over $137,250, which will mean an additional $8,500 for awards annually for UFV students. Awards make a big difference in the lives of…UFV expresses gratitude to funders with Thank You event
UFV invited donors, government representatives, and other funding partners to the Abbotsford campus on November 26 to express appreciation for those investing in education. While student tuition fees are an important funding source for the university, they cover just 30 percent of the cost of a university education. The balance of funding comes from government…Inaugural Town and Gown event raises $40,000 for UFV students
Community and academia joined forces at “Town and Gown”, the University of the Fraser Valley’s inaugural fundraising dinner and silent auction held on Nov 12 in the Great Hall of UFV’s new Student Union Building. More than 230 people attended the gala. The evening raised $40,000 in support of scholarships for UFV students. UFV President…Mennonite society and UFV: partners in peace studies
It was a sweet evening of celebration for the University of the Fraser Valley and the Mennonite Faith and Learning Society (MFLS) at Friesen House, the residence of UFV President Mark Evered. An informal evening of delicious desserts, fellowship, and speeches culminated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) – one that broadens…UFV thanks Otter Co-op for supporting agriculture programs
UFV agriculture students and faculty gathered recently to thank Otter Co-op for supporting their Agricultural programs through a $75,000 donation of funds and gifts-in-kind. The funding provided by Otter Co-op helped to build and outfit barn facilities in the UFV Agriculture Centre of Excellence (ACE) on the UFV Chilliwack campus. UFV has named the Otter…Unique student centre at UFV backed by Coast Capital Savings
Coast Capital Savings and UFV are continuing their collaborative partnership by creating the Coast Capital Savings Peer Resource and Leadership Centre. Student leadership and peer-to-peer student assistance will continue to thrive at UFV thanks to a $50,000 contribution from Coast Capital Savings, Canada’s second largest credit union. Located in the Student Union Building on the…Town and Gown Fundraising dinner
The inaugural Town & Gown Fundraising Dinner takes place on Thursday, November 12. Proceeds from this unique UFV Advancement event will fund scholarships for exemplary students. The following is from David Leis, director of Advancement at UFV: I‘m writing as a colleague to extend a special invitation to you. It’s truly amazing to be a…Steven Schroeder named UFV Peace and Conflict Studies Teaching Chair
From local crime wars to the civil conflict in Syria and the related refugee crisis, violence is prevalent in our world. This abundance of conflict means the establishment of the University of the Fraser Valley’s new Peace and Conflict Studies Teaching Chair is relevant and timely. Dr. Steven Schroeder, a faculty member in the UFV…Lifesaver 2015 campaign launches with a splash at Welcome Back
UFV employees have shown themselves to be a generous bunch in the past. This year’s Lifesaver campaign offers them the chance offer support to students once again. And it will start with a splash at this year’s Employee Welcome-Back Barbecue on Wed, Aug 26. An initiative of UFV’s Advancement office, the Lifesaver campaign gives employees…Having fun, helping students at UFV’s 35th Employee Charity Golf
Great weather and an even better cause welcomed dozens of duffers to last weekend’s UFV Employee Charity Golf Tournament at Abbotsford’s Fraserglen Golf Course. (See photos here) Over its 35-year history, the event has become a seasonal favourite for UFV employees. Leading the charge once again was UFV's Faculty and Staff Association and Human Resources…Scholarship inspired by excellent nursing care at Abbotsford Regional Hospital
Dr. Malwinder Singh Dhami is one of the most enthusiastic supporters of the University of the Fraser Valley. Dhami, a dentist with a long-established practice in Abbotsford, has been connected to the university for many years. He has been a member of the UFV Abbotsford Community Council , and played a key role in fundraising…