Knowledge, skills, and experience – Health Sciences students excel in undergraduate research

The annual Undergraduate Research Excellence Awards ceremony took place on May 24 at the Ramada Inn in Abbotsford. The well attended, highlight of the year event is hosted by the Research, Engagement, and Graduate Studies department to showcase excellence in undergraduate student research activities across the disciplines – an opportunity unique to the learning experience … Read more

Connection and the whole person – Van Ry explores the link between Indigenous culture and health

At a young age, Tsandlia Van Ry knew she had a strong desire to pursue a career as a health care practitioner, and the first place she thought to evaluate was the need in her own Stó:lō community. Van Ry, a Stó:lō woman from Skowkale First Nation located along the Chilliwack River, has decided to … Read more

Giving back – UFV Nursing students wrap up course work with community engagement initiatives  

UFV’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing students took their learning to the next level by developing and implementing community engaged health programs for local organizations in the Fraser Valley. As students begin to wrap up their last semester of nursing course work, they had the opportunity to solidify the knowledge they’ve gained in the classroom … Read more

Health research shines at UFV Student Research Day

Asking questions, gathering and analysing data, and drawing conclusions gives students the skills to dig for answers, make connections to their learning, and be autonomous. Health Sciences students brought their learning to life on Thursday, April 5 at the annual Student Research Day event hosted by the Research, Engagement and Graduate Studies department. The event … Read more

Certified Dental Assistant students offer affordable services with spring preventive public clinic

Do you need a dental X-Ray? Is it that time of the year for fluoride treatment or teeth polishing? Don’t have extended medical coverage? Take part in UFV’s spring dental clinic. UFV’s Dental Clinic offers preventive dental care to clients age. Our Certified Dental Assistant students provide high quality, professional, preventive care at low cost.  … Read more

Interdisciplinary poverty simulation gives students an empathic view of social issues

Camille Ricketts is a fourth-year UFV Bachelor of Science in Nursing student who is involved in her community as an advocate for health promotion. She is well on her way to a promising career in health care. As part of her nursing education requirements, Ricketts and her classmates imitated the experiences of those living in … Read more

UFV research on aging wins a spot at 2018 Edge Film Festival

What do long-term-care residents and elementary-aged school children have in common? They are curious, benefit from social relationships, and can teach us that age does not matter. Canada’s population is aging rapidly, but many of us don’t spend much time thinking about older adults, and view them in stereotypical ways when we do. We live … Read more

Enhance your health with UFV Health and Wellness Expo

The annual health fair is back March 26, but this time renamed Health and Wellness Expo. This year, UFV Nursing students are teaming up with Dental students to deliver health-oriented information on display at a resource fair on Chilliwack campus. Topics will include: the Fentanyl Crisis; Binge Drinking; Early Cancer Screening; Sleep; Travel Health; Stress … Read more