Marilyn Hornell and Dianna Stubling are rock stars.  On an overcast Monday morning, they are cruising up and down the Rotary Trail, seated snugly in the University of the Fraser Valley’s brand-new trishaw. They’re waving like princesses, saying hello to everyone they meet, laughing and smiling, and even chatting up some fellas.  Both women are…

Dr. Amanda McCormick has dedicated her career to improving how Canada's justice system responds to women who have experienced intimate partner violence.  Her research and leadership have now been recognized with a Governor General's Award in Commemoration of the Persons Case, a national honour celebrating individuals who have made outstanding contributions to advancing equality for…

Wireless technology is all around us. From smartphones that help us navigate to smartwatches that track our activity and devices that control our homes, wireless technology has become indispensable.  Omer Waqar, an assistant professor in the University of the Fraser Valley's School of Computing, is working to make wireless networks faster, more sustainable, and more…

The University of the Fraser Valley is partnering with Tourism Chilliwack, the City of Chilliwack, and Indigenous partners Ts’elxwéyeqw Tribe and Stó:lō Research and Resource Management on a project that will help people with diverse physical abilities enjoy the natural beauty surrounding UFV’s Chilliwack campus.  The Adaptive Cycling Project provides free access to specialized bikes,…

For university students in the Fraser Valley and across Canada who face rising housing costs, the prospect of owning a home may feel increasingly out of reach. Even finding an affordable place to rent can be difficult.  But what if housing was a fundamental human right rather than a financial investment?  Leilani Farha, an internationally…

Canada’s preeminent investigative sports journalist will visit the University of the Fraser Valley’s Abbotsford campus on October 22. As part of the President’s Leadership Lecture Series and Purple Lights Nights, Rick Westhead will connect storytelling and changemaking with a conversation about the power of individuals and communities to create meaningful change.  The event takes place…

The UFV Peace and Reconciliation Centre’s Xwelítem Siyáya: Allyship and Reconciliation Building program is returning this fall with a renewed structure designed to support ongoing learning and relationship-building. Developed in partnership with Stó:lō organizations and community leaders, the program invites participants to build a grounded understanding of Indigenous–settler histories, responsibilities, relationships, and reconciliation through place-based…

The Fraser Valley Writers Festival will host 10 Canadian authors for a celebration of Canadian literature on November 5, 6, and 7. This marks the festival’s 19th year of bringing authors and book lovers together for an array of free events. On Friday, November 6, the festival will welcome two acclaimed keynote speakers. The Honourable…

A good volunteer strengthens his or her community, and Pavi Toor is no exception. His dedication to youth mentorship through the Young Guns Weightlifting Club has earned him the Betty Urquhart Community Service Award, which recognizes the outstanding contributions of an individual, group, or organization. Pavi’s Mission-based fitness group provides free athletic training with certified…

UFV encourages students, staff, and faculty to participate in the Great British Columbia ShakeOut earthquake drill on Thursday, Oct 15 at 10:15 am.  During the ShakeOut drill participants should:  Drop to the ground.  Cover under a table or desk.  Hold on for 60 seconds.  If you have difficulty getting onto the ground, or cannot get back up again without help,…

Inaugural event brings education, community services and local business together through public dialogue ABBOTSFORD, B.C., Oct. 5, 2026 — The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV), in partnership with Archway Community Services and the Abbotsford Downtown Business Association, is launching a new community speaker series under the theme of a thriving community. The inaugural event,…

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) welcomed guests to its Abbotsford campus on September 23 for St’elt’elawtexw: a Celebration of Community. The annual event highlights community connections, many of which are featured in UFV’s community report, which was distributed at the event.   UFV President James Mandigo greeted visitors in the reception hall in…