On today’s episode we have Will Dow-Kenny, a neuroscience graduate from Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York. He’s joining us today to talk about doing applied research, his experience as a student athlete, and his post-graduation plans. Please note, this episode was recorded in summer 2025 and so minor details may have changed. Since … Read more
On today’s episode we have Aysha McConkey, a Bachelor of Environmental Studies graduate, junior biologist, and wildlife artist. She’s joining us today to talk about the importance of co-op placements during her academic journey, various types of local wildlife conservation efforts, and the synergy between art and science to mobilize knowledge. Learn more about Aysha’s … Read more
On today’s episode we have Jeff Mijo-Burch, University of the Fraser Valley alumni and CHASI Communications & Design Specialist. He’s joining us today to talk about his academic and career journeys, amplifying and uplifting marginalized voices through knowledge mobilization, and opportunities for growth by utilizing effective communication. Please note, this episode was recorded in summer … Read more
On today’s episode we have Megan Filiatrault, a Bachelor of Kinesiology student at the University of the Fraser Valley. She’s joining us today to talk about her research project with Dr. Iris Lesser, and how qualitative research has informed her work with postpartum women on realistic and self-compassionate physical activity goals. Please note, this episode … Read more
On today’s episode of Students on a Floating Rock, we are happy to have Durgesh, Dueen, Mel, and Sargun of Enactus UFV as our guests. They joined us to talk about what Enactus is, the variety of projects they’re working on, and their experiences at the 2025 Regional and National competitions. Learn more about Enactus … Read more
Students on a Floating Rock is happy to have Dr. Anna Griffith, an associate professor of Theatre, and Changemaker Curriculum developer as our guest for the second episode. She’s joining us today to talk about how changemaking is already woven into the fabric of UFV, an introduction to UFV’s new social innovation certificate, and how … Read more
We’re thrilled to announce the first episode of the new student-run podcast brought to you by CHASI, UFV’s changemaking hub. Students on a Floating Rock is a podcast dedicated to engaging with changemakers to learn about the skills and mindsets needed to navigate these uncertain times on this floating rock, also known as Earth. So … Read more
UFV Student Change Makers are thrilled to announce the first ever Changemaking Week from October 6th–9th, a series of events that align with our four guiding principles of changemaking at UFV: inclusive empowerment, decolonization and Indigenization, sustainable futures, and reciprocity. Highlighting events from various departments, services, and student organizations, Changemaking Week has something for everyone … Read more
The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) has been designated an Ashoka U Changemaker Campus, joining a global network of institutions that are reimagining the role of post-secondary education in driving social innovation, equity, and systems-level change. The announcement will be made later today during UFV’s Celebration of Community in Mission, where the university will also celebrate the launch … Read more
At UFV, we believe in Ashoka’s “everyone a changemaker” mentality. As part of us embracing changemaking, we’re committed to highlighting the different ways that change can look on campus including pedagogy, projects, or research. We had the pleasure of speaking with three different faculty members in the College of Arts—Deb Silver (School of Creative Arts), … Read more
