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Faculty Service Excellence 2023: Stefania Pizzirani infuses service into teaching,
For Dr. Stefania Pizzirani, her duties as an assistant professor at UFV don’t fall into strict silos of teaching, research, and service. They all blend together. Her teaching includes service components. Her research is often based on grassroots community needs. And her service activities feed off her teaching, her research, and her relationships with students,…Teamwork Excellence 2023: Research and Graduate Studies exemplifies collaboration
If there’s one phrase that sums up the attitude of members of the Research and Graduate Studies team, it’s “how can I help?” The entire team lives by this phrase every working day. For Martha Dow, Director of Community Health and Social Innovation (CHASI) Hub, the choice was obvious when it came time to nominate…Research Excellence 2023: Dr. Edward Akuffo finds joy in balancing
Dr. Edward Akuffo first encountered Canadian foreign policy in the late 1990s when he was completing his undergraduate education in Ghana. After seeing the work that the now defunct Canadian International Development Agency was doing under the leadership of John R. Schram (the retired diplomat and former Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana), his curiosity was…Teaching Excellence 2023: Steven Marsh’s love of climate studies has
A passion for studying the elements led Steven Marsh to his life’s work as a geography professor. Now, generations of students have benefited from the knowledge and skills he shared and are on the frontlines of resource management and academic research in climate-related disciplines. For his dedication to his profession and influence on students, Marsh…UFV takes two wins at international business case competition in
Four students majoring in human resources management from UFV’s School of Business earned first place in two categories at the International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competition (IBESCC) held in Los Angeles April 12–14. Chad Charest, Monisha Kingra, Amandeep Rai, and Rebecca Whitmell succeeded against formidable U.S. business schools, including Pennsylvania State University, the University…D3 renovation results in bright, innovative workspace
Significant renovations have led to a bright, collaborative space on the third floor of Abbotsford’s Building D (D3). With a modern design intended to maximize natural light and interpersonal connection (see photos here), D3 features a mix of private and shared areas divided into four sections — each servicing a strategic cluster of departments. The…Community collaboration transforms Chilliwack campus space
It’s not every day that your school’s walls become a canvas for your creativity. For students in Visual Arts 390: Community Arts Practice, it’s the tangible results of their learnings this semester. This collaborative project couldn’t have come at a better time either, noted Cindy Schultz, Associate Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, “We…Students benefit from resounding success of UFV Giving Day 2023
UFV Giving Day was a resounding success. Held Tuesday, April 4, UFV Giving Day welcomed $69,150 in generous gifts, celebrating the power of collective giving, and enriching the lives of students in the Fraser Valley and beyond. Donors were able to support one or more of their preferred causes: Student Awards; Student Emergency Funds; or…Sociology and nursing students work together to examine social determinants
When it comes to health issues, a person’s postal code can have as much or more influence than their genetic code. Inequities, including lack of access to resources, and discrimination based on race, gender, and economic status an all affect how a person interacts with the health-care system. A recent interdisciplinary project at UFV saw…Interpret Creative and Performing Arts Festival — April 28
Celebrate emerging talent at Interpret, a Creative and Performing Arts Festival. This year marks the fourth annual Interpret festival, hosted by the UFV School of Creative Arts (SoCA) with Graphic + Digital Design on April 28, 2023, from 4-9 pm. Everyone is welcome to join the festivities! Explore art exhibitions by Visual Arts graduates, Film…School of Social Justice and Global Stewardship hosts community launch
One of UFV’s newest academic alignments embodies the university’s commitment to impactful social development and justice, both locally and globally. The university has offered courses in global stewardship and social justice before, but now the College of Arts has amalgamated these disciplines into one school that will embody the spirit of engagement, transformation, and activism.…Lee-Anne Stephen takes on new experiential learning coordinator role for
Practice makes perfect. Or at least brings us closer to it. In nursing education at UFV, there is a lot of practice before students graduate and take qualifying exams to become registered nurses. Much of that practice comes in the form of clinical education, time spent by nursing students on hospital wards and in community…RBC On Campus does more than check financial boxes for
When international student Santiago Ortiz came to the University of the Fraser Valley on a scholarship, he knew he would encounter new friends and experiences, but he didn’t expect to receive a helping hand from a new resource on campus. Coming from Colombia, Santiago made many adjustments to life in Canada — including getting a…UFV Chilliwack to host science café focused on food sustainability
The Fraser Valley is the heart of agriculture in British Columbia. But along with bumper crops of berries and corn come real concerns about the future of food production. Climate change, heat domes, floods, drought, global warning, and rising prices all have an impact on local and global food security. The University of the…Two women with UFV connections nominated for 2023 YWCA Women
Two women with UFV connections have been nominated for 2023 YWCA Women of Distinction awards. Recognized nationally, the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards is the organization’s primary fundraising event, honouring extraordinary women leaders and businesses. Dr. Lenore Newman — nominated in Environmental Sustainability category Dr. Lenore Newman is Founder and Director of the Food and…Student researchers honoured at annual undergraduate research awards
More than 20 student researchers were honoured May 30 at the annual Undergraduate Research Excellence Awards, held at the Clarion Inn. JJ Janzen (Psychology) and Gurneesh Purba (Kinesiology) addressed the audience on behalf of students. Congratulations to all the recipients. Award Recipients Community Service Research Carter Johannes & Saba Berenjforooshazar -- School of Land…UFV students shine at the 2023 Skills Canada national competition
UFV Trades students Carla Vergara, Wyatt Rempel, and Gabriella Neufeld put their knowledge to the test at this year's Skills Canada national competition in Winnipeg. Carla Vergara led a strong UFV contingent, earning a bronze medal at the 2023 Skills Canada National Competition in Winnipeg. Held May 25-26, the event featured more than 550 students…Women of Steel: Forging Forward program comes to UFV
The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is excited to announce that they will be one of 14 hosts across Canada for CWB Welding Foundation’s initiative: The Women of Steel™: Forging Forward program. The program provides learning opportunities that foster education, personal growth, confidence, and experiential learning for women interested in exploring welding and other…Chef’s Table gives culinary students chance to shine
The Professional Cook 2 culinary students have reached a significant milestone in their culinary education as they recently concluded their Capstone project — the Chef's Table. Each chef was tasked with designing a three-course tasting menu that authentically represented their culinary passions, experiences, new skills, and personal favorites, providing guests with a glimpse of their…Outstanding Student Leadership award — Manjot Benning leads by example
A student would have to be really outstanding to be the first-ever winner of the UFV Alumni Association’s Outstanding Student Leader award. Manjot Benning fits the bill, and then some! She’s graduating this June with top marks in her Bachelor of Science degree program, with sights set on medical school applications in the future. She’s…Enactus UFV reaches national semifinals
The UFV Enactus team, led by its faculty advisor Dr. Saeed Rahman and student president Michael Amirani, participated in the 2023 Enactus Canada National Exposition held May 1-3 in Montreal. The team showcased three of their ongoing projects through a 12-minute video presentation highlighting their accomplishments since the launch and over the past year. The…Faculty Service Excellence 2023: Stefania Pizzirani infuses service into teaching,
For Dr. Stefania Pizzirani, her duties as an assistant professor at UFV don’t fall into strict silos of teaching, research, and service. They all blend together. Her teaching includes service components. Her research is often based on grassroots community needs. And her service activities feed off her teaching, her research, and her relationships with students,…Teamwork Excellence 2023: Research and Graduate Studies exemplifies collaboration
If there’s one phrase that sums up the attitude of members of the Research and Graduate Studies team, it’s “how can I help?” The entire team lives by this phrase every working day. For Martha Dow, Director of Community Health and Social Innovation (CHASI) Hub, the choice was obvious when it came time to nominate…Research Excellence 2023: Dr. Edward Akuffo finds joy in balancing
Dr. Edward Akuffo first encountered Canadian foreign policy in the late 1990s when he was completing his undergraduate education in Ghana. After seeing the work that the now defunct Canadian International Development Agency was doing under the leadership of John R. Schram (the retired diplomat and former Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana), his curiosity was…Teaching Excellence 2023: Steven Marsh’s love of climate studies has
A passion for studying the elements led Steven Marsh to his life’s work as a geography professor. Now, generations of students have benefited from the knowledge and skills he shared and are on the frontlines of resource management and academic research in climate-related disciplines. For his dedication to his profession and influence on students, Marsh…UFV takes two wins at international business case competition in
Four students majoring in human resources management from UFV’s School of Business earned first place in two categories at the International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competition (IBESCC) held in Los Angeles April 12–14. Chad Charest, Monisha Kingra, Amandeep Rai, and Rebecca Whitmell succeeded against formidable U.S. business schools, including Pennsylvania State University, the University…D3 renovation results in bright, innovative workspace
Significant renovations have led to a bright, collaborative space on the third floor of Abbotsford’s Building D (D3). With a modern design intended to maximize natural light and interpersonal connection (see photos here), D3 features a mix of private and shared areas divided into four sections — each servicing a strategic cluster of departments. The…