March for Science & Earth Day will be teaming up on APRIL 21 & 22

The March for Science is the first step of a global movement to defend the vital role science plays in our health, safety, economies, and governments. It is a celebration of our passion for science and the many ways science serves our communities and our world. There are over 450 marches being planned across Canada … Read more

Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Change MAR 30 @ 4:30 PM

UFV is pleased to present “Indigenous Knowledge and Governance in the Context of Climate Change: Latest Global Findings” with Tero Mustonen, Director, Snowchange Cooperative, Finland & Kaisu Mustonen, Researcher, Snowchange Cooperative, Finland. Date: March 30, 2017, 4:30 pm Location: UFV Aboriginal Gathering Place, Canada Education Park, Chilliwack [highlight]Everyone is welcome to attend![/highlight] As the impacts … Read more

CAP Undergraduate Lecture Tour with Dr. Kris Poduska MAR 27 @ 2:30 pm

Please join the Physics Department in welcoming Dr. Kris Poduska from Memorial University of Newfoundland. Dr. Poduska is part of the 2017 Canadian Association of Physicists (CAP) Lecture Tour. Shark skin, butterfly wings, and lotus leaves: the physics of water on rough surfaces Self-cleaning walls and anti-fogging windows sound futuristic, but this future is already … Read more

Dr. Larry Weldon, Statistician MAR 10 @ 1pm A305

Analysis by Simulation and Graphics – Some Examples Please join the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in welcoming SFU Professor Emeritus, Dr. Larry Weldon. When: March 10th @ 1:00 pm Where: A305, Abbotsford Campus Abstract: Analysis by Simulation and Graphics – some examples. This expository talk is intended to demonstrate the utility of simulation and … Read more

LIYSF Candidates Present MAR 29 @ 5PM

Come on out and support our LIYSF Candidates! Everyone is welcome! Rebecca Robertson, Perrin Waldock and Tessa Webb have successfully cleared the first hurdle and will now present a research topic of their choice to our Selection Panel. When: March 29, 2017 – 5PM – 7PM (Q&A Period to Follow) Where: D217 Abbotsford Campus The … Read more

Human Library Event! MAR 15 at Chilliwack Campus Library

The Human Library Poster Advertising Event Don’t Judge a Book By its Cover! The Human Library™ is designed to build a positive framework for conversations that can challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue. The Human Library is a place where real people are on loan to readers. A place where difficult questions are expected, appreciated … Read more

UFV Hiring Now! Fair 2017

Students will have the opportunity to speak with over 25 employers who are looking to fill positions for the summer months. Date: March 9, 2017 Time: 11:00 – 3:00 pm Location: Student Union Building, Abbotsford Campus If you have any questions, please contact the Career Centre at 604-854-4507 or career.centre@ufv.ca [typography font=”Cantarell” size=”24″ size_format=”px” color=”red”]Don’t … Read more

UFV Science Networking Event MAR 7 @ 5:30 PM

The Physics Student Association and the Biology and Chemistry Student Association are hosting a Network Event! Come on out and meet with professionals from various fields of science! [box]When: Tuesday, March 7th from 5:30 – 7:00 PM Where: Student Union Building (S Building) Great Hall[/box] Learn tips for job interviews and the ins and outs … Read more

UFV brings Science to the Stó:lō Career Fair 2017

The Faculty of Science at UFV joined a host of employers from around the region for a day of Career Planning. This free event not only provided an opportunity for adults and students to meet employers from various industries, it also provided resume review and program information. Thank you to our Faculty of Science volunteers … Read more