Math Mania + Gordon Greenwood Elementary = Great Fun!

Our first Math Mania event of the year was held on October 4th at Gordon Greenwood Elementary in Langley. A group of UFV faculty and student volunteers spent the evening sharing hands-on activities with the kids and their parents. One parent was overheard saying, “I thought the evening would be spent working on math equations” … 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

Tofino is where it’s at! At least it was in May and July 2017

Field schools and study tours give students the opportunity to gain local and international experience and earn credits by participating. In May, a group of 24 students travelled to Tofino, BC with Professors Allan Arndt, Nathan Bialas, Allan Reid, and Biology Lab Technician Avril Alfred where they explored the wild, west coast of Vancouver Island. … Read more

Mechatronics option adds experiential learning to science program – UFV Today

Senior physics students and their projects were featured in UFV Today. The senior physics lab at UFV is bursting with energy on a Monday afternoon. It’s team time. There’s no formal lecture taking place; this is the time when the students in the Engineering Physics in Mechatronics program work on their group projects. One team … Read more

SustainableUFV is shaping the direction of sustainability at UFV

SustainableUFV has been very busy getting ready for the 2017/2018 year. There will be plenty of opportunities to get involved in sustainability projects and initiatives on campus. Drop into this year’s kick off meeting: When: Thursday, September 21st Time: 12:00 – 1:30 pm Where: A225 / Abbotsford Campus Enjoy pizza and light refreshments while discussing … Read more

Faculty of Science Dean’s Seminar Series presents Dr. Gwen Point SEPT 28 @ 1:30 PM

As part of our Faculty of Science Dean’s Seminar Series, please join us in welcoming Dr. Gwen Point, UFV Chancellor Dear Canada as you Celebrate 150: REFLECTIONS FROM A FIRST NATION’S PERSPECTIVE All Canadians must know the recent history in Canada. Only then, can we collectively make change for a better future for everyone. ~ … Read more

Science Faculty Council Student Nominations 2017/2018

[box]The Science Faculty Council is looking for nominations for 2 Student Representatives for a ONE YEAR term.[/box] 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: development of new programs, program … Read more

Chemists Do Cook Under Pressure!

UFV Lab Technician Aileen Ablog is jumping into the Ketogenic Pressure Cooker with both feet and staying healthy! The Faculty of Science is excited to announce that Aileen’s new book “Ketogenic Pressure Cooker: 100 Quick and Easy Recipes for Delicious Nutrient-Packed Low Carb Meals” has been published! This is the first book to combine the … Read more

Zucchet still striving – from e-cigarette research to sexual assault assistance

2016 BSc Graduate and Governor General’s Silver Medal Recipient, Alyssa Zucchet, just published her first co-authored research paper, and that’s just the beginning. Investigating the health risks of smoking electronic cigarettes with UFV biology Associate Professor Gregory Schmaltz, Alyssa Zucchet “wanted to know what people were getting themselves into.” Despite her heavy workload, Zucchet still … Read more