Seasonal Outreach Instructor Opportunities with Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC

As members of the Science and Recreational Fishing Development Division, the Outreach Instructors will be responsible for delivering Learn to Fish programs, and other FFSBC outreach programs to the public including youth and their families, schools, and community groups, as well as engaging with anglers and the public.  The Instructors will also be responsible for … Read more

Calling all science students! Are you interested in spending 2 weeks in London, UK next summer? All expenses paid!

ABOUT LIYSF The London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) is a two-week residential student event held at Imperial College London & The Royal Geographical Society, with lecture demonstrations from leading scientists, visits to world-class laboratories and universities combined with cultural interaction, with 500 students aged 16-21 years old from 70 countries. Students can apply directly to LIYSF … Read more

Student Representative nominations for Science Faculty Council 2023/2024 – Nomination deadline SEPT 15

The Faculty of Science is looking for 2 Student Representatives to sit on our Science Faculty Council. These positions are for a ONE-YEAR term. The Mandate of the Science Faculty Council (SFC) shall: serve as the forum for sharing information and the discussion of academic matters receive recommendations related to academic programs, including but not limited to: … Read more

Mark your calendar! Science Social SEPT 28 @ 5 PM

Are you a new or returning science student? If so, this event is for you! We are excited to be hosting our 16th Annual Science Social. Come on out and visit with fellow science students, science faculty and staff while getting information on the Science Clubs and Associations on campus. Of course there will be … Read more

Faculty of Science is pleased to welcome our new Dean, Dr. Michael Hitch

Article by Jordan Fernandez, UFV Today Dr. Michael Hitch joins UFV as the Dean of the Faculty of Science, effective Sept. 1, 2023. He will also hold a faculty appointment in the School of Land Use and Environmental Change.  A senior leader with more than 38 years of academic and industry experience, Dr. Hitch brings … Read more

Science Rocks! Summer Camp receives funding from the Canadian Mathematical Society!

Thank you to the Canadian Mathematical Society for continuing to support our Science Rocks! Program, in particular the “Cryptography, Codes, and Crime Scenes!” Camps being held in Abbotsford and Chilliwack. This year they have generously donated $2,500 which will go a long way to help us to continue to create a fun environment for our … Read more

Congratulations to our 2023 Faculty of Science AAA Award Recipients!

Each year the Dean of Science in consultation with the department heads decide the recipients of these awards. They were announced at our final Faculty Council meeting of the year. Greg Schmaltz – Awesome Achievement Award for overall excellence in academic endeavors Greg’s dedication and commitment to the Faculty of Science, especially to Biology, has … Read more

Science Rocks! Summer Camp 2023 – Camp Facilitators Needed!

Plan and run our summer camps! Gain excellent experience in science education! Science Rocks! is a series of summer day-camps for kids in grades 4-6, held on UFV campuses, with three weeks in Abbotsford and three weeks in Chilliwack. www.ufv.ca/science-rocks/  We are looking for UFV students who ….. Have a passion for science, love working … Read more

2023 grads: Book your photo session now!

Artona will be on campus offering portrait sessions from March 3 – 20, 2023 in Lot 10. The cost is a $60 refundable deposit and $15 sitting fee. Each session includes photos with the traditional library and composite backgrounds. Students can bring props, pets and up to two friends or family members to be photographed … Read more