UFV’s First Executive-in-Residence Focuses on Indigenous Economic Reconciliation

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The Faculty of Business and Computing (FBC) is proud to welcome Byng Giraud as UFV’s first Executive-in-Residence. Chris Schinckus, Dean of FBC, says, “The creation of an Executive-in-Residence related to ‘Reconcili-action’ marks a pivotal step in our mission to integrate ethical economic development into the heart of UFV. Through this initiative, FBC is proud to provide our … Read more

New Ivey Case: MCC Centre: Sustainable Solutions for Clothing Waste

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New Ivey Case: MCC Centre: Sustainable Solutions for Clothing Waste A new Ivey Business School case, MCC Centre: Sustainable Solutions for Clothing Waste Management, examines a challenge unfolding right here in Abbotsford, British Columbia. The case follows the Social Enterprise Director of the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) Centre Thrift Shop as she confronts a growing … Read more

UFV MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS: MOODBOARD & MATCHA

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UFV MARKETING CLUB PRESENTS: MOODBOARD & MATCHA Join us for a fun and relaxing evening to create your own VISION BOARD, enjoy WARM DRINKS & SNACKS, and MEET NEW PEOPLE! 📅 Wednesday, January 28 🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Room S1111 What to expect: 💜 Personalized vision boards 🍵 Matcha, chai, & hot … Read more

Lorne Mackenize Retires After 25 Years of Service!

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This year, we celebrate the incredible legacy of Lorne Mackenzie — a cherished colleague, mentor, and leader — as he retires from the UFV School of Business after 25 years of service! 🎉 Lorne’s impact is woven into the fabric of our School. From co-designing the flagship BUS 100 and BUS 405 courses to helping … Read more

Dr. Saeed Rahman and co-authors place third in the inaugural Ivey Publishing Sustainability Case Writing Awards!

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🎉 We’re proud to announce that Dr. Saeed Rahman and his co-authors have placed third in the inaugural Ivey Publishing Sustainability Case Writing Awards! The awards received 201 submissions from authors in 14 countries, and featured stories of businesses from 24 different countries across all continents. Dr. Rahman’s case, Sea Cider: Succession Planning for a … Read more

Now Hiring! Two PAID Research Assistants!

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Hey UFV students! Do you love COOL RESEARCH and ENGAGING WITH IMPORTANT ISSUES? Dr. Jelena Brcic, Associate Professor with the UFV School of Business, and her Behaviour, Adaptation, and Success in Extreme Environments (BASE) Lab is looking to hire two paid Research Assistants to help with her new project examining the successes and barriers for … Read more

Congratulations Dr. Jelena Brcic on your SAR NIF grant!

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We’re thrilled to share that Associate Professor, Dr. Jelena Brcic has been awarded a prestigious grant from the Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF)! 🏅✨

With this funding, Dr. Brcic will spearhead a groundbreaking project that dives deep into the experiences of women volunteers in Canadian Search and Rescue (SAR) organizations. 🌟🚨

Her project aims to:

  • ➡️ Explore the unique successes and challenges faced by female SAR volunteers. 🔍
  • ➡️ Identify areas for improvement to promote equity, inclusivity, and diversity within Canadian SAR teams. 💪
  • ➡️ Build on her research into coping mechanisms, post-experience growth, and self-efficacy in extreme environments — including the International Space Station and the Arctic and Antarctic. 🧠

Dr. Brcic’s work will not only shed light on the vital contributions of women in SAR but also drive meaningful changes to support and empower all volunteers. We can’t wait to see the impact of this important research! 🌍

Congratulations, Dr. Brcic, on this well-deserved recognition and the opportunity to make a significant difference! 👏👏

 

 

Dr. Schinckus Named to List of World’s Top Scientists!

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Congratulations Dean Schinckus! We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Christophe Schinckus, Dean of the Faculty of Business and Computing, has been included on Stanford University’s list of the world’s Top 2% Scientists in the field of Business and Economics for the fourth consecutive year! This outstanding achievement highlights Dean Schinckus’s remarkable contributions to research … Read more