How do you make an unremarkable space interesting? How do you bring life to something people pass by every day without thought?  Those are questions Jesse Reimer posed to UFV’s Architectural Drafting Technician students when he presented Activating Spaces, a concept created by Jesse and his fellow instructor Wes Macaulay. The competition challenged students…

Christine Jones would be the first to tell you that she would rather you admire the gardens she tends to rather than focus on her, but it’s her turn to be in the spotlight as an outstanding University of the Fraser Valley employee.   As the woman behind the scenery, Christine has spent 24 years…

A decade-long journey of transformative education has made all the difference for one group of UFV faculty members — now, they’re using what they learned to help prepare the next generation of teachers.   With several Calls to Action in 2015’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report directly linked to education, many UFV instructors are rising to…

Organizing a major sporting event is no minor task. When UFV hosted the Canada West Women’s basketball championships in February 2024, a small army of passionate people worked together to make it happen.  They successfully organized the largest sporting event ever hosted by UFV, drawing more than 120 student athletes and 3,000 spectators to the…

Community building is at the heart of everything Amea Wilbur does. Whether collaborating with faculty on new initiatives, guiding students through their latest project, or partnering with a local non-profit, Amea is driven by a steadfast belief in social justice and making the world around her better.  “My grandfather was a member of parliament, and…

Before students even pick up a pen or crack open a textbook at the University of the Fraser Valley, their academic journey starts with enrolment. The staff from UFV’s Enrolment Services team offer a warm welcome to newcomers, setting the perfect tone for the exciting times to come.  They provide valuable frontline support, actively guiding…

A wave of plant-eating insects is slowly but steadily making its way north. With climate change lengthening their migration window, it’s not a matter of if, but when leafhoppers arrive. UFV’s BERRI (Berry Environmental Resilience Research & Innovation), led by Dr. Lauren Erland, is co-leading Project Leaf Hope, a national effort that aims to make…

Betty Peters loves the moments when she walks into the Gathering Place on UFV's Chilliwack campus and sees students at work. Whether they’re studying Halq'eméylem, filming a video project, or just enjoying a quiet moment, their presence makes her smile.   The Gathering Place was made for them.  “Whether they want to study, or practise something,…

The natural beauty that surrounds UFV’s campuses is spectacular and draws people into activities like hiking and river rafting. Sometimes though, that leads to serious trouble. People wander off marked trails and get lost in the wilderness or get stranded on the river. When that happens, brave women and men jump in to help.  Search…

Months of preparation paid off for 12 University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) students when they travelled to Edmonton for the Enactus Western Canada Regional Exposition on March 13-14.  Enactus UFV was named the regional champion in the Canadian Tire Corporation Environmental Sustainability Challenge, earning themselves a trip to the Enactus Canada National Exposition, taking place May 6-8 in…

As the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) wrapped up its 50th anniversary celebrations in early April, supporters who played key roles in building the institution over the decades were honoured with Legacy Awards by President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Joanne MacLean.  The awards were presented at a special ceremony hosted by Joanne, recognizing individuals who…

As summer draws near, so does the opportunity for UFV students to dive into meaningful research through the BMO Collaboratorium.  Keith Carlson, Canada Research Chair and director of the Peace and Reconciliation Centre (PARC), has lined up several projects with community partners, and continues to look for more. The BMO Collaboratorium provides those partners with…