UFV breathed new energy into its vehicle fleet last week, with a new electric transport addition to the multi-campus operation. The university’s facilities management team replaced an old shipping van with a UFV-branded 2015 Nissan Leaf S that provides a clean alternative during the frequent trips to and from the regional campuses. “The purchase of […]
The University of the Fraser Valley’s Theatre department presents the first production of its 2018-19 season, Herman Voaden’s 1932 play Rocks: A Play of Northern Ontario. Directed by Claire Carolan and designed by Parjad Sharifi, both UFV Theatre faculty, this example of early multi-media expressionist drama was inspired by the work of the Group of […]
UFV political science professor and frequent media commentator Hamish Telford wants people to be able to make an informed choice in the current provincial referendum on electoral reform. So he’s presenting a talk titled Electoral Reform Referendum Demystified on Fri, Oct 26 at noon in Abbotsford A210. He has made similar presentation to community groups […]
As the votes were being counted in municipal elections throughout the Fraser Valley Oct 20, there were more than a few candidates with UFV connections holding their breath waiting for results. Congratulations to the following successful candidates with UFV connections: Abbotsford UFV alumna Kelly Chahal (named one of UFV’s Top 40 Alumni) was re-elected as […]
UFV is encouraging students, staff and faculty to participate in the short Shakeout BC earthquake drill running Thurs, Oct 18 at 10:18am. At the same time, UFV will test the UFV Alert notification system and the public address systems on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses. No evacuation is necessary. You will receive a message on your […]
The Esposito family of Abbotsford knows a thing or two about the entrepreneurial spirit. About starting something from scratch, and seeing it succeed. About facing adversity, and starting all over again. And about helping people to reach their potential and pursue their dreams. That’s why, when Paul Sr. and his sons Paul Jr. and Frank […]
He’s a peace activist who has been on the frontlines of war. He grew up in a violent household and now advocates for peace literacy. Paul K. Chappell has walked a rocky road to reach his current role as a champion for peace. And he’ll bring his message to the University of the Fraser Valley […]
TEDxAbbotsford returns on Sat, October 13. UFV is a platinum partner for the event, which will take places in B101 on the Abbotsford campus from 11 am to 5 pm. This independently organized event, licensed by TED, will feature local voices and TED Talks videos under the theme of REVOLUTION. “We selected Revolution to conjure […]
