Residence Services hiring students for 2016/2017

Residence Services is now taking applications for our summer 2016 and fall/winter 2016/17 Applications available: Front Desk Assistants and Residence Assistant The job postings are also open on CareerLink. Each job posting includes a job description, an application package and a reference form. Deadline to apply is February 19, 2016. Looking for students who are … Read more

Field Trips – Physical Geography Fall 2015

The Physical Geography Department is host to some great courses that offer field trips, here are some were offered this term. (see images below) J Hughes GEOG 219/BIO 219 – Biogeography Olav Lian GEOG 202 – Introduction to Geomorphology GEOG 402 – Quaternary Geology and Geomorphology Fieldwork on Savary and Calvert Islands Steven Marsh GEOG … Read more

CANCELLED: Dr. Lionel Pandolfo: “Climate Change: Chronology, Perils, Science and Opportunities” on Nov. 26

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this talk has been cancelled.  Please accept our apologies.   Centre of Sustainability greenSPEAK Seminar and the Department of Geography Discoveries Speaker Series present: Dr. Lionel Pandolfo: “Climate Change: Chronology, Perils, Science and Opportunities” Thursday Nov. 26, 2015 2:30 – 4pm Room A413 Abbotsford Campus Climate change is the pivotal issue … Read more

“Who’s who in Science” featuring Dr. Olav Lian, Physical Geography

Who’s who in Science… Dr. Olav Lian joined UFV’s Geography Department in Spring 2004 and began teaching in January 2005 teaching courses in Physical Geography, a Major option in the Bachelor of Science program. Interview: Personal I was born in Vancouver, and grew up in North Vancouver near Seymour Provincial Park, where I went to … Read more

Great turnout at Science Social 2015!

Great turnout at Science Social 2015! Big thank you to all of the Student Groups and Associations and various UFV departments. Math Club/Putnam Club BCSA – Bio & Chem Student Assoc. GUS – Geography Student Association PSA – Physics Student Association Pre-Med Student Alliance Pre-Dental Club Computing Student Association SEA – students for Environmental Advocacy … Read more

Free subscription to AJ Magazine: Canada’s Environmental Voice

UFV Sponsored Magazine is offered free to UFV students and employees. A\J is an independent Canadian magazine that has published cutting-edge environmental journalism since 1971. We’ve teamed up with your school to provide you with a free subscription to complement your environmental education with access to the best Canadian environmental journalism and inspiring solutions from the nation’s foremost environmental … Read more

NSERC and SSHRC workshop for students on October 14

Wednesday, October 14 Room A203B, Abbotsford Campus 12:00pm to 1:00pm No registration required! The research office is hosting a workshop for students who plan to apply for NSERC and SSHRC scholarships. Brad Whittaker, Director of Research Services, will teach students about changes to the granting process, go through an application step by step, and answer … Read more

Don’t miss the 18th Annual Science Social on Oct. 7th!

All science students, faculty and staff are invited to attend the 18th Annual Science Social on Oct. 7th from 5:30-7pm in the SUB Great Hall. Come on down and enjoy this fun event!  It’s also a chance to see what the science student clubs and associations have planned for the upcoming year. There will be … Read more

Science Student Associations take part in the SUB grand opening!

It’s another year and the energy is felt in the halls and the new Student Union Building.  With various student associations and clubs showcasing their club at the SUB (Student Union Building) as well as other venders, there’s plenty to see!  Burgers and cake too! The official ribbon cutting at 1pm today was well attended … Read more