For artist Jessie Somers, creativity has never been just about making art — it is about helping others discover they can make it too.  The University of the Fraser Valley alumna has been selected as the 2026 featured artist for the alumni wine program, with two of her paintings — Misty Island and Golden Sunset…

Growing up as an only child, Angelina Joseph loved school — not just for the learning, but because it was where her social battery came to recharge.  “I've always loved school,” she says. “I hated when the last bell rang because it meant I had to leave my friends. School was my happy place.”   …

In 2013, Dr. Evan Wiens received the University of the Fraser Valley’s Young Distinguished Alumni Award, and Dr. Ethan Wiens is this year’s recipient, recognized for the same commitment to giving back through community service.  “Oral health is crucial to a community’s overall health, and I think it’s important to be involved in the community…

Every morning while putting on his uniform, Dean Duthie of the Saanich Police Department pauses with his badge in his hand. He looks at the “Chief Constable” title engraved on it and engraves those words in his mind.  "I look at it every day to remind myself of my purpose," Chief Duthie says. "It reminds…

For Kristine Lawson, living life to the fullest has always involved a bit of fear, a bit of risk, and a bit of imposter syndrome. Overcoming those barriers has led her to the thrills of playing a lead role on stage, rolling down rapids thousands of times on more than 50 rivers as a rafting…

Anna Delooff knew she had done well in her studies at the University of the Fraser Valley, but she got a pleasant surprise when she found out that her marks had earned her the Governor General’s Silver Medal, awarded annually to the student with the highest grade point average in a bachelor’s degree program. Anna’s…

Community Engagement Perspectives, by Susan Mide Kiss, Vice-President, UFV Community Engagement Over the past several weeks, I have had the opportunity to participate in a number of conversations across British Columbia, including UFV's Grounded Innovation 3.0 Summit, the RBC Community Partner Event in Vancouver, and the Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade's Education for…

Recent labour market projections for British Columbia highlight that 77 per cent of more than 1 million job openings over the next 10 years will require some level of post-secondary education, specialized training, or equivalent experience, according to the B.C. Labour Market Outlook 2025–2035. To help ensure that they have the skills and credentials to…

TRIGGER WARNING: Non-fatal strangulation and domestic abuse This story contains details regarding physical violence, specifically non-fatal strangulation, which may be distressing to some readers. Strangulation can hurt. It can kill. And it can cause serious long-term health repercussions. It comes in various forms. It can be used as a way of manifesting anger and dominance…

UFV is opening its doors to students, families, and community members for the College of Arts Showcase, a two-day event highlighting student learning, creativity, and career pathways across the humanities and social sciences.  Taking place on Tuesday, March 31 and Thursday, April 2 from 9:30 am to 4 pm in Building K on UFV’s Abbotsford…

When Dr. Síyamíyatelíyót (Elizabeth Phillips) received an Indspire Award recognizing her lifelong dedication to Halq’eméylem language revitalization, she chose to turn the honour outward. Instead of keeping the award for herself, Dr. Síyamíyatelíyót gifted it to Halq’eméylem language students at the University of the Fraser Valley, encouraging them to carry the language forward. The gesture…

If you want a deep dive into the history of Black Vancouver, Shayla Bird is the guide for you. Recently designated as an experiences host by Airbnb , Shayla specializes in tours of Hogan’s Alley, the original Black community in Vancouver’s Strathcona neighbourhood where she now lives. Much of the Hogan’s Alley neighbourhood, was destroyed…