It started small. As in, selling Entertainment coupon books to keep afloat financially. It started with heart. As in, a small group of proud graduates from UFV (in its Fraser Valley College and University College of the Fraser Valley incarnations) assembled and worked together to achieve the goal of giving back and formalizing a relationship…

When Taylor Wilson was studying philosophy and political science at UFV, one idea in particular stuck with him, shaping the course of his career. One of his professors, Ron Dart, taught him that in order to live a “good life” from a philosophical point of view, one needs to actively participate in the common life…

The Fraser River is a life-giving artery that flows through British Columbia. From the Rocky Mountains to the Strait of Georgia, covering 1,375 kilometres, it has nourished the land and its peoples for centuries.  But while most British Columbians recognize that the river exists, do they truly know how vital it is? Do they know how it has sustained the communities that humans construct along its fertile banks?    The Experience the Fraser project was created at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) to connect and…

A guest post by UFV student Paulina Jiménez Violante Applying to university is a big step, and honestly, it’s normal to feel a little lost at first. I remember not really knowing where to start either. But whether you’re finishing Grade 12 or thinking about going back to school, the process doesn’t have to be…

UFV Teaching and Learning is hosting  ConnectED 2026 on April 29 — a full day dedicated to building connections, engaging in transformative teaching and learning experiences, and creating opportunities for transforming education, one conversation, idea, and action at a time.  Dr. Jo-ann Archibald, Q’um Q’um Xiiem, is UFV’s fourth Chancellor, and this year’s esteemed ConnectED Keynote Speaker. Jo-ann, who is also a member of the Order of Canada, will discuss themes of Indigenization, changemaker education, and regenerative sustainability through the lens of Indigenous Storywork.  Jo-ann is a passionate advocate…

Explore the FUN-damentals of sex at the next Science Café, taking place Friday, April 17 at the University of the Fraser Valley’s Chilliwack campus library (45190 Caen Ave., Building A). Science Cafés offer casual, dynamic interactions between audiences and scientists. This one features Dr. Carin Bondar, and doctoral candidate Sarah Rempel discussing the science of reproduction. Carin is an author whose books include The Nature of…

A guest post by UFV student Chloe Tran Choosing a university can feel overwhelming. After a while, all the schools start to sound the same. They all talk about programs, opportunities, and student life. But what really matters is how it feels when you are there day to day. At the University of the Fraser…

​For UFV alumna Aman Gill, volunteering is a lifelong purpose. Her passion for service is shaped by the early loss of her parents, who instilled in her the importance of community and education. That experience became a defining force in her life, guiding both her personal and professional journey. The Bachelor of Integrated Studies alumna…

When Gurpreet Singh walked into the president’s office during his co-op placement with UFV IT Services, he realized that he had reached a new level in his career development. As part of the Client Support team, Gurpreet visited offices across campus to diagnose and resolve technical issues. The president’s office was just one stop on the day’s list, but it marked a…

A group of Canadian alumni from the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is launching a homegrown alternative to U.S.-dominated social media platforms. The new platform, Northsocial.ca, is owned by Zynim Media Inc., a Chilliwack-based company co-founded by CEO and former UFV student Colin Schmidt (Computer Information Systems). The team includes several UFV alumni: Kalvin Morrow, founder, COO (Civil and Architectural Drafting and Design); Lindsay Comeau, founder and creative director (Fine…

Dr. Peter Jones, who served as the University of the Fraser Valley’s third president from 1987 to 1997, passed away peacefully at his home on Gabriola Island on March 10, 2026. Peter served as president during a time of great change for the institution. He came to what was then Fraser Valley College in 1987,…

Shantini Klaassen uses her arts education to imagine a future without fossil fuels. As people and culture manager at the Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative, Shantini, who earned a BA from UFV in 2007, supports global experts and activists working to create a roadmap for a just transition away from coal, oil, and gas.   “We have an infrastructure that completely relies on fossil fuels, and what we need to do is invest in the…