After years of dedication, two UFV educators are being recognized for their leadership in open education and their commitment to reducing textbook costs for students. Claire Hay, a teaching and learning specialist, and Martin Warkentin, UFV’s collections librarian, are the recipients of the BCcampus Award for Excellence in Open Education. Claire and Martin were nominated…

The University of the Fraser Valley welcomes its 24th writer-in-residence, Richard Kelly Kemick, with a launch event on January 13. The Canadian National Magazine Award-winning author, journalist, playwright and podcaster will be bringing his expertise to readers and writers alike for the entire winter semester through guest lectures, events, and one-on-one consultations.   He was drawn to UFV after attending as a presenter…

From outer space to flood zones and frozen frontiers, four women who thrive where most would turn back are coming together to talk about what it takes to work — and lead — in extreme environments.  The first Science Café of the 2025–26 academic year takes place at the University of the Fraser Valley Chilliwack…

Maecyn Klassen only has vague memories of UFV from when she was growing up. She recalls her mother taking her to a theatre production on the old Chilliwack campus as a child, but not much more than that. These days Maecyn is a UFV alumna (with a BA in history and a Library and Information…