Unique hands-on community research opportunity in Abbotsford W2018 IDS 400F: Civic Engagement & Participation

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SEATS STILL AVAILABLE for this unique chance to be part of hands-on community research in Abbotsford. This is also an excellent learning opportunity for students looking to apply for grad school or law school. Please contact Hamish Telford before December 20th at hamish.telford@ufv.ca for a seat today! W2018 Abbotsford IDS 400F: Civic Engagement and Participation … Read more

Are you interested in talking about digital technology? Join us JAN 16 @ 3:00 PM B121

Tech Panel When: January 16, 2018 Time: 3:00 – 5:30 pm Where: B121 On January 16th, UFV will be hosting its first Tech Panel. The purpose of the panel is for industry organizations to share insights about career opportunities in technology, desired competencies, and how students can prepare themselves for work in the Tech Industry. … Read more

Job Opportunity! Future Science Leaders Coordinator – Abbotsford

Part Time Position – 12 hours per week (January-June 2018) POSITION: Future Science Leaders Coordinator – Abbotsford REPORTS TO: Program Director, Future Science Leaders Science World British Columbia is a charitable organization that engages British Columbians in science and inspires future science and technology leadership throughout our province. Future Science Leaders is a Science World … Read more

Garbage on the Green: 2017

You’ve now seen these stations …. Now get in on the action! [typography font=”Cantarell” size=”24″ size_format=”px” color=”#269e13″]Garbage on the Green: 2017[/typography] WHEN: Wednesday, October 18, 2017 TIME: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Find out how our new system has improved UFV’s compliance Gain valuable volunteer experience Email Travis Gingerich for more details or to sign … Read more

Job Opportunity for science students interested in teaching

The Faculty of Science is running a science outreach program at Eugene Reimer Middle School this Fall. Super Science Club is an after-school program for elementary students that UFV offers in collaboration with Science World. The goal of this program is to inspire children to be inquisitive about the world around them, and to develop … Read more

5-Week Coding Bridging Program at UFV addresses growing demand for coding skills

Demand for programming or coding skills is growing, and not just for IT jobs. A report by Burning Glass, a job market analytics firm, found that there were as many as 7 million job openings in 2015 in occupations that required coding skills. According to the report, programming jobs overall are growing 12% faster than … Read more

2018 London, Iceland, Paris Study Tour INFO SESSIONS

Have you ever wanted to explore London, a leader in research and development? How about Reykjavik, the world’s “Greenest City” or Paris, one of Europe’s major centres of science and the arts. Explore these diverse cities with the Biology department Summer 2018! Attend one of our info sessions to learn more: Friday, October 13th at … Read more

A fantastic turnout at the 10th Annual Science Social!

Great music, pizza and prizes were enjoyed by over 100 UFV Science students, faculty and staff who attended the 10th Annual Science Social Event this past Thursday at the PHOENIX Ballroom. Science Student Clubs and Associations were on hand to provide information and sign up new members. Thank you to the following student groups who … Read more

The Faculty of Science was honored to welcome Dr. Gwen Point

The Faculty of Science was honoured to welcome Dr. Gwen Point, UFV Chancellor, respected Stó:lõ leader, mentor, and cultural advisor to speak at our annual Dean’s Seminar Series. Dr. Greg Schlitt, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Science introduced Gwen to the large crowd of 75+ on September 28, 2017. Her talk was entitled: Dear … Read more

10th Annual SCIENCE SOCIAL on SEPT 28th!

ALL SCIENCE Students, Faculty and Staff are invited to our 10th Annual Science Social! When: September 28, 2017 Time: 5:00 – 7:00 pm Where: PHOENIX Ballroom, next to Finnegan’s Pub. Come out and enjoy this fun event!  It’s a great opportunity to check out the science student clubs and associations and see what they have … Read more