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The UFV Shake Out – Don’t Freak Out Drill
On Oct 17, 2013, at 10:17 am, Baker House Residence and the UFV Bookstore took part in the Great BC Shake Out event. More than 100 residents, including UFV Bookstore staff, participated in the drill by dropping, taking cover, and holding on when a simulated earthquake hit. UFV resident assistants donned their emergency gear and gathered the students…UFV Cascades women’s and men’s golf teams win CCAA national
The UFV Cascades men’s and women’s golf teams both captured the 2013 CCAA national championship titles on Oct 18 at the Royal Quebec Golf Club, in Quebec City, Quebec. This marks the program’s first national titles for both teams and the first double national championship since the Humber College Hawks (OCAA) captured both titles six years…Something for everyone at annual health fair
A wide spectrum of health promotion topics will be addressed during Friday’s annual health fair at Abbotsford’s Sevenoaks Shopping Centre. Hosted by fourth-year University of the Fraser Valley nursing students, the Oct. 18 event offers something for people of all ages, from infants to adults, says organizer and UFV nursing instructor Kate McCulloch. The all-day…Caring and computer systems savvy lead to 2013 UFV Distinguished
Stu Chahal might have found his professional calling in computer systems, but his passion extends to people — especially those who need it most. As the 2013 recipient of the University of the Fraser Valley Distinguished Alumni award, Chahal is just now looking back on his rapid ascent since graduating with a Bachelor in Computer…Young Distinguished Alumni winner Evan Wiens exhibits altruism through dentistry
Evan Wiens hasn’t been a dentist for very long, but he’s already packed a lot of professional experience, leadership, and community service into his career. This year’s winner of the Distinguished Young Alumni award at the University of the Fraser Valley -- reserved for a high achiever under the age of 35 -- has been…UFV celebrates donors and alumni at Giving Thanks event
Gratitude was the theme of the evening at the University of the Fraser Valley on October 10 as donors, supporters, and alumni gathered for the Giving Thanks event at the Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park. Guests mingled with scholarship winners and learned about the many goals the university is able to accomplish through the…Hardware handed out at inaugural Faculty of Science AAAwards
More than an exercise in awesome alliteration, UFV’s Faculty of Science AAAwards brought well-deserved recognition to department leaders. Led by Dean of Science Lucy Lee, the inaugural awards were meant to shine light on those quietly doing exemplary work all across the science spectrum. “We have so many talented people in the science department, but…UFV adds secondary option for teacher education
Future teachers who want to teach at the secondary-school level will be able to earn their qualifications at the University of the Fraser Valley starting in July 2014. The secondary option is an addition to the elementary school option that has been offered at UFV since 2007. If you’ve already earned a bachelor’s degree, UFV’s…UFV monitors the mighty Fraser for worldwide river project
Saving whales from pine beetles wasn’t his intent, but if there’s one thing UFV geography instructor Steven Marsh knows, it’s that anything’s possible. Known as a climatologist when he joined the University of the Fraser Valley more than 20 years ago, the bulk of Marsh’s research has revolved around water — ranging from small tributaries…UFV Indian Residential School Day of Learning examines Canada’s “greatest
“Children are supposed to grow up with their parents and families.” — Dr. Eric Davis It sounds like a basic human right, but for several generations in Canada, it was a right that was denied to most Aboriginal people, as children were forcibly taken away from their families to attend church-run residential schools. It was…Former al Qaeda prisoner Robert Fowler to speak at UFV
Perspective and inspiration will be front and centre with Robert Fowler’s President’s Leadership Lecture at UFV on Wed, Oct. 2 titled ‘Sleeping with al Qaeda’. Fowler was the Foreign Policy Advisor to PMs Trudeau, Turner, and Mulroney, Deputy Minister of National Defence, Canada’s longest serving Ambassador to the UN, Ambassador to Italy, and Personal Representative…Campus Cards have mighty powers — got yours?
UFV’s Campus Cards might not look larger this year — but they’re stuffed with books, meals, and deals like never before. Having served as library cards and student and employee ID cards for years, they can now be pre-loaded with cash — in person, or by calling the Campus Card office. Parents can chip in…UFV and Student Union Society team up on Student Union
The University of the Fraser Valley and the UFV Student Union Society are working together to realize a long-term dream of opening a Student Union Building on the Abbotsford campus. Construction began in mid-September 2013 on the building, which will be located west of the gymnasium complex and south of Building D. The $15-million project…UFV to host Indian Residential School Day of Learning on
Regular classes are being replaced with something quite different at the University of the Fraser Valley on Wednesday, September 18. The university has transformed its curriculum for that day, so that students, along with the rest of the campus community, can gather together for the Indian Residential School Day of Learning. The day-long collection of…UFV’s Writers’ Weekend offers peaceful progress on the shores of
Whether you’re polishing the great Canadian novel, working towards writing in a new field, or simply looking for a well-deserved nudge, consider the upcoming Writers’ Weekend retreat near Hope’s Kawkawa Lake. Crafted by UFV’s Continuing Studies team, the Oct 11-13 Writers’ Weekend offers an all-inclusive package: accommodation, meals, and non-stop writing opportunities with a variety…Agriculture partners with Fraser Valley food producers for “locavore’s” lunch
What better way to celebrate a new school year than to share a meal together? This year, students from the Agriculture programs at UFV made a key change, dropping the usual pizza and pop in favour of locally grown and produced food at their annual welcome back lunch. Agriculture Student Association representative Terisha Mitchell decided…New Student Union Building opens on UFV Abbotsford campus
The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) and the UFV Student Union Society (SUS) officially opened the university’s first Student Union Building (SUB) on Sept 8. The leading edge $17.3 million, 46,700 square foot SUB represents the culmination of a collaborative design and construction effort that began in 2008. The SUB incorporates LEED Gold principles…Garry Fehr named Director of new Agriculture Centre of Excellence
Dr. Garry Fehr has been named Director of the Agriculture Centre of Excellence (ACE) at the University of the Fraser Valley. Fehr is a faculty member of the Geography and the Environment department and will work with internal and external advisory committees while reporting to Dr. Adrienne Chan, Associate Vice President of Research, Engagement, and…UFV Top 40 alumni: Evan Wiens — Exhibiting altruism through
Dentist, husband, father, volunteer, globetrotter, Distinguished Young Alumni. And now, UFV Top 40 Alumni. It’s little wonder Dr. Evan Wiens is always smiling. UFV’s 2013 Distinguished Young Alumni award winner — reserved for a high achiever under the age of 35 — has been making an impact at every stage of his education and career.…UDistrict Townhall forum features guest speaker with extensive campus planning
Want to know more and help shape UFV’s and the City of Abbotsford’s plans for a university district in the vicinity of our Abbotsford campus? UFV’s Office of Campus Planning is hosting a UDistrict Townhall forum on Wed, Sept 2 from 3 to 4:30 pm in Abby B101. The forum features guest speakers from…UFV Top 40 Alumni: Mary Anne Waterhouse — Film producer
Mary Anne Waterhouse is a two-time Gemini award-winning producer, with a resume that includes over 50 film and television productions. Her most recent film projects include Lawrence & Holloman, and That Burning Feeling, and The Steps. She is head of production for the Blue Ice Group in Toronto and in that capacity just finished production…UFV Top 40 Alumni: Tracey Vanderaegen Jones — Nurse educator
An unsuccessful start to nursing school at a large urban university may have been a blessing in disguise for Tracey. Tracey, winner of the 2010 Distinguished Alumni award and one of the UFV Top 40 alumni, knew from a young age that she wanted to be a nurse. After high school, she went directly to…Lifesaver 2015 campaign launches with a splash at Welcome Back
UFV employees have shown themselves to be a generous bunch in the past. This year’s Lifesaver campaign offers them the chance offer support to students once again. And it will start with a splash at this year’s Employee Welcome-Back Barbecue on Wed, Aug 26. An initiative of UFV’s Advancement office, the Lifesaver campaign gives employees…UFV Top 40 Alumni: Adam Simpson — Humanitarian brings project
Adam Simpson is a project management advisor for development and peacebuilding initiatives. He has worked extensively in conflict and post-conflict zones including the Congo, South Sudan, Myanmar, and Afghanistan, and currently oversees the Europe and Middle East regional portfolios of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS). Adam is also experienced in strategic program…UFV soars at Abbotsford International Airshow
Aerial acrobatics, wing-walkers, precision flying, and high-velocity fun were the name of the game at this year's Abbotsford International Airshow. As a gold sponsor for the 2015 edition of the show, UFV provided a chalet for industry and community guests, a photo booth in the cockpit of our 727 jet, and plenty of information on…UFV takes flight with this weekend’s Abbotsford International Airshow
UFV is playing a big part in this weekend’s Abbotsford International Airshow. In addition to being a gold sponsor, UFV will proudly display the UFV Aerospace Centre’s recently acquired Boeing 727 jet aircraft. The large, loud donation touched down at the Abbotsford International Airport on July 15. Donated by KF Aerospace, the 727 will be…UFV Top 40 Alumni: Myrtle-Anne Rempel — Artist found inspiration
“Studying art opened my world!” So says Myrtle-Anne Rempel, a successful businesswoman and artist who took Fine Arts courses in the early days of Fraser Valley College and one of UFV’s Top 40 alumni. She earned her diploma, but enjoyed her studies so much that she took more courses than was required and spent four…