Halq’eméylem Language Diploma – First graduates | 2025

Halq’eméylem Language Diploma – First Graduates | 2025 What began as a single language course at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) in 2005 has grown into a full diploma program dedicated to preserving and revitalizing the Indigenous language of the Stó:lō people. This year (2025), we celebrate the graduation of our first cohort … Read more

SPAN 302 Showcase: Celebrating Student Creativity and Cultural Exploration

Author: María Eugenia De Luna, PhD. As we come to the end of another semester, I would like to take a moment to recognize the achievements of our Spanish language learners. Specifically, I would like to highlight the outstanding efforts of those who completed SPAN 302 Advanced Spanish II – Composition. This course not only … Read more

Embracing Spanish Learning in My Eighth Decade: A Testimonial to Lifelong Curiosity by Sarah Shadbolt

Back in 2019, approaching my eighth decade, I decided to seriously study Spanish, mainly in order to keep my aging brain active. I made the best decision of my life and enrolled in Spanish 101 at the University of the Fraser Valley. The long-suffering professor was Teresa Arroliga-Piper she helped me to overcome my hesitancy … Read more