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2014 London International Youth Science Forum Etienne Dreyer represented Science well at this year’s Forum. Some topics discussed: “Is it ethical to use embryonic when we can now use adult stem cells in research?” “Should scientists specialize earlier or be generalists?” “Is it ethical to induct patients into clinical trials for new drugs when they … Read more
Dr. Affleck compares teaching mathematics with his love of coaching water polo and shared how his experience with the sport has influenced his philosophy of teaching. For someone to learn to swim, he or she must not be afraid of the water. New swimmers should be prepared for what will be expected of them, and … Read more
Taken from UFV Announce, August 25, 2014 Retired biology professor Ernest Kroeker has written a book titled Infinite Resignation: The Art of an Infant Heart Transplant about his family’s experience with the infant heart transplant. Introduction: When the surgeons informed us that our unborn child had a fatal heart condition I was devastated. The only hope they offered was … Read more
Loren Muth and a friend were at the right place at the right time. They rescued a young woman in trouble in the fast flowing Vedder River in August 2014. Two young men received certificates of recognition for their heroic rescue efforts on the Vedder River at the City of Chilliwack Council meeting Tuesday. Loren … Read more
2014 Science Rocks! camps are in full swing at UFV and the kids are enjoying learning about what fun science can be. Camp 1: Mysteries and secrets! July 7 – 11, 2014 (Abbotsford) Mysteries and secrets coming in many forms. Camp 2: Things that are gross! July 14 – 18, 2014 (Abbotsford) Things that stink, things … Read more
Congratulations to our UFV Grads Elijah Baluyan, Karmyn Chretien, and Patty Chomseng, who not only graduated this year from UFV with the Animation Arts Certificate, but also came home from the Canadian Skills Canada competition in Toronto this past June with awards for 2D & 3D character computer animation. See full Article Below… ABBY NEWS Four … Read more
Bookmark the Blog – blogs.ufv.ca/science/category/trips/science-in-london/ or blogs.ufv.ca/science – Menu: Field Trips/Science in London Signing on here as Etienne Dreyer – your host to the London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) 2014! I am first of all grateful for UFV’s vision of supporting and inspiring young scientists which is demonstrated through their funding of my … Read more
Referenced from UFV Today, May 7, 2014 Several groups of long-term employees were honoured recently at celebrations for those marking 10, 20, 25, and 35 years at UFV including many of our Science Faculty and Staff. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication! (Full list): Carol Konkle, Christine Carter, Cyrus Chaichian, D.J. Sandhu, David … Read more
2014 Graduate Student Symposium (May 2, 2014)- Advanced Nursing Practice, presented by the Graduate Students in Nursing Association in partnership with the UBC School of Nursing. URL: nursing.ubc.ca/Research/GradSymposium Accomplished presenters ranged from Undergraduate to Doctoral students from Langara College, University of Victoria, Seattle University, UBC, and UFV! The theme was Advancing Nursing Practice however there … Read more
Original Article on UFV Announce – April 24, 2014 Davida Kidd (Visual Arts) and Debbie Wheeler (Biology) recently collaborated on a collograph project. In Davida’s words: “This Cyborg Print Media collograph project was one in which we were challenged to create an insect with a mechanical component. Additionally, a creative story was to take the place of … Read more