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Moms-to-be needed by UFV nursing students
If you’re a pregnant woman who will be having your baby between September and April, you’re in high demand by University of the Fraser Valley nursing students. Mothers-to-be in the Fraser Valley are once again invited to help a UFV nursing student learn about pregnancy and childbirth from the patient’s perspective. Women having their babies…Top undergrad student Sol Sun says marks come naturally if
Sol Sun was a busy man at UFV’s recent convocation ceremonies. He was the student speaker for the College of Arts ceremony, the dean’s medalist for the Faculty of Social Sciences within the College of Arts, and the Governor General’s silver medalist, an honour bestowed upon the graduate from a four-year degree program with the…Literary Café has Pacific Northwest environmental theme; coincides with new
The Literary Café at the Harrison Festival of the Arts has a bit of green theme this year, as it celebrates the publication of an anthology of Pacific Coast environmental writing. This year’s café will take place at 8:30 pm on Monday, July 8 at the Harrison Memorial Hall. It is presented by Continuing Studies…Local educator with strong UFV ties wins education advocate award
A local educator with strong ties to UFV's Teacher Education program has won an award from the Association of BC Deans of Education (ABCDE), as a result of a nomination by the TEP department. The winner of the Education Advocate award for 2013 is Dr. Karen Nelson, Superintendent of Schools, School District #78 (Fraser-Cascade), based…Arts 100 offers interdisciplinary focus on the theme of “home”
What if you could take a course that met the first-year English and reasoning requirements for a Bachelor of Arts, had a thematic focus while exploring several academic disciplines, featured several cool field trips and guest speakers, allowed to you to get to know a core group of fellow arts students, and gave you a…Plecas named professor emeritus at UFV
The University of the Fraser Valley has been through a lot of changes over the past few decades, and Dr. Darryl Plecas was around for most of them. He started in 1979 at what was then Fraser Valley College, teaching in the early years of the Criminal Justice diploma program. As program head, he guided…Diane Keegan named UFV Governor General’s gold medal winner
It didn’t take long for a Master of Social Work student to break the monopoly held by criminology grads on the Governor General’s gold medal at the University of the Fraser Valley. Until this year, the only program graduating master’s students at UFV was the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice. So they had a…UFV, partners, and donors team up to fund BC School
UFV has committed $750,000 toward the construction of the first stage of the new BC School of Agriculture on its Chilliwack campus at the Canada Education Park. Representatives from UFV, the provincial government, the City of Chilliwack, and Envision Financial gathered for a sod-turning event at the site of the new UFV agricultural facilities, including…More than 2,000 graduate from UFV in three ceremonies
The University of the Fraser Valley sent another batch of its best and brightest out into the world on June 13 and 14, as more than 2,000 students graduated and more than half of them attended Convocation ceremonies, crossing the stage at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre. UFV president Mark Evered addressed the grads…ECE students learn new ways of engaging children in play-based
A glimpse into Early Childhood Education learning by instructor Monique Goerzen “I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.” Confucius Students in Early Childhood Education are learning all about how children learn music through play and experience. In groups, students have created unique instruments using recycled material. The…New chapter awaits Gov. General Bronze Medal winner Anna-Marie Krahn
An early love for libraries has a storybook ending for Anna-Marie Krahn, this year’s Governor General’s bronze medal award winner at the University of the Fraser Valley. “At their best, libraries are places where people can connect on a multitude of levels — connect with books, connect with technology, connect with library staff and each…UFV lieutenant governor medal winner Scott Klassen lands “dream job”
Lunch bags in hand, Scott Klassen and his daughter left for their first day of school — little Peyton heading to Grade 1, and dad off to the University of the Fraser Valley. Less than a year later Peyton’s nailed her ABCs, while Scott’s working at his “dream job” after having recently earned the Lieutenant…Parent Orientation at UFV answers questions for students’ biggest fans
When a student goes to university for the first time, their family is along for the journey. Mom and Dad may not be sitting beside them in the lecture theatre or attending labs, but they are often a key part of the support network for new students. But for many post-secondary students, university is a…Sandman named UFV Alumni Association’s official preferred hotel
With the annual influx of family and friends coming to town for convocation ceremonies, there’s no better time for the University of the Fraser Valley's Alumni Association to announce a partnership with one of Canada’s premier hotel chains. Beginning immediately, all staff, faculty, alumni, and special visitors to UFV receive preferred accommodation rates at Sandman…Sharing research with students brings joy to UFV chemist
Research brings great joy to UFV chemist Noham Weinberg. “For, me, it is like drinking clean water fresh from the source! And having students working with you, seeing them grow into independent researchers, is an even greater joy. It is what drives me. Their enthusiasm is contagious! “I like teaching in a classroom setting but…Abbotsford campus moves and renovations planned for spring and summer
Renovation season is here as UFV evolves, expands, and reshapes our space to better accommodate students and employees. The recent completion of the Student Union Building and associated relocation of some departments has created opportunities for improvements to classroom, lab, and office space in some areas of the Abbotsford campus. Construction started April 20 and…Top 40 Alumni: Lisa Kelly — from UFV to Harvard,
Your first clue that Lisa Kelly had a future in law? As a 10-year-old, she’d rush home from school so as not to miss a minute of the TV law drama Matlock. Your second? As a 13-year-old, she’d have her father drop her off at the Supreme Court of BC so she could watch legal…Special edition of Skookum magazine highlights Top 40 Alumni
The latest edition of Skookum, UFV’s magazine, has hit the mailboxes of alumni and donors and is being distributed throughout our campuses and to our communities. This edition continues to celebrate our 40th anniversary and highlights the achievements of our Top 40 alumni. You can see a PDF version of the magazine here, or pick…Top 40 Alumni: Brad Jalbert — Confidence to pursue passion
Roses are a hobby that flourished for Brad Jalbert. But if it weren’t for a chance encounter with an ad for the Fraser Valley College Agriculture program, he may never have reached his full potential. Today he is considered a leading hybridizer of roses and his Select Roses varieties are recognized world-wide for their unique…Open meeting regarding the Writing Centre and Academic Success Centre
The UFV Board of Governors is asking that by June 12, 2015 the Senate of UFV provide advice on the proposed expansion of the Writing Centre into an Academic Success Centre and on whether the proposal is consistent with the approved Education Plan and Strategic Enrolment Management Plan. In turn, the UFV Senate has requested…UFV Top 40 Alumni: Stacey Irwin — Lifetime of dedication
There are few UFV alumni whose lives are as intertwined with their alma mater as Stacey Irwin’s is. She became the first chair of the UFV Alumni Association when it was incorporated in 2001, and was involved for a year previously when it was an informal organization. She is currently first vice chair of the…UFV business students look to boost attendance at Abbotsford Agrifair
UFV School of Business students recently completed a semester-long market research project aimed at increasing attendance at the Abbotsford Agrifair. The project was part of the Business Research Methods course under the supervision of instructor David Dobson and provided a valuable hands-on learning experience and real client-based work, and helped connect students with a strong…Have your say at UFV 2025 Visioning Forum
The world is changing dramatically and so are universities. The future of the University of the Fraser Valley depends on how we prepare for and position ourselves within this new world. This is your chance to help shape that future. UFV 2025 Visioning Forum Tues, April 28 (3:30 to 5 pm, Abby B140). The…UFV Top 40 Alumni: George Hemeon — Carver honoured for
Weaving a life that integrated the worlds of art and business led to George Hemeon’s UFV Distinguished Alumni award in 2012. Now, his tapestry is tailor-made for UFV’s Top 40 Alumni list. George accomplished a considerable amount this millennium. The former landscaper earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from UFV in 2004, majoring in criminal…UFV seeking Distinguished Alumni nominations
UFV alumni can be found making a difference around the corner and across the world. “More than 30,000 alumni from the University of the Fraser Valley work in a variety of industries and sectors and have a significant impact on our economy and our communities every day,” says Nancy Armitage, UFV Alumni Engagement manager. “We…UFV Top 40 alumni: Gus Hartl — Credit union CEO
It’s a good thing the Mounties didn’t get their man. Aldergrove’s Gus Hartl grew up the youngest of six boys, and all but the eldest followed their dad into the RCMP. Hartl considered doing so too, and was accepted into the force, but when he found himself 500th on the waiting list he decided to…UFV Theatre presents Directors’ Festival: 5 days, 25 plays, $5
UFV Theatre's 20th Annual Directors’ Theatre Festival runs April 22–26 at UFV’s performance theatre at 45635 Yale Road (at Airport Road) in Chilliwack. The festival begins on the Wednesday with a series of previews and matinees, followed by Thursday’s opening ceremony at 4:30 pm, and performances continue at various times Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday,…