Communication

Dear colleague, As we settle into the winter term, we’re reminded that one year ago we began hearing of a virus that has since shaken our world, changed the way we live, and the way we educate. And yet, thanks to you, the fundamentals of our mission: engaging learners, transforming lives, and building community have … Read more

Dear Colleagues, Here we are, deep into November, which is competing aggressively against April for the title of “cruelest month.” The curve that we flattened over summer is bending upward again, returning us to our household bubbles. I’m particularly missing daylight and sunshine – as I draft this message in the late afternoon of a grey, … Read more

Dear colleagues, As we approach the last half of the fall semester, I want to thank you. You have responded incredibly well by adapting to the pandemic and I’m very pleased to see UFV students, faculty, and staff doing our part to ensure that our university remains healthy and safe. I know if you have … Read more

UFV held a EDI Action Plan & Town Hall last week. My thanks go out to those of you who participated in the live session and submitted questions. For those of you who couldn’t participate in the live event, here’s a recording.  If you have any feedback or questions, please reach out: Email the … Read more

Dear Colleagues, It’s been a busy few weeks and I have some exciting announcements to tell you about. Last year I formed the President’s Task Force on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) to provide leadership in creating and fostering an environment that supports and creates best practices, policies, and pedagogy in EDI. During its first … Read more

Dear Colleagues, It’s been a few weeks since I last wrote and I’m amazed that October is already upon us. As we head into a long weekend, I want to take this opportunity to encourage everyone to find time to relax, be thankful during these difficult times, and to connect (in a safe, virtual way) … Read more

Dear Colleagues, Welcome to the Fall term! I am always energized and excited by the start of each academic year and this one is no exception. Appropriately for a semester that will be mostly online, we’re kicking it off with a virtual town hall for faculty and staff next Tuesday at 10 am. I hope … Read more