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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 attendance at this stupendous forum. Take a peek at the official website for the LIYSF: … Read more
Nicole Wierks won UFV’s Governor General Silver Medal award ( see her achievements in http://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/06/nicole-wierks/ ). There were several other students who were outstanding in the graduating BSc class of 2014. Dean Lee noted during the third Convocation ceremonies on June 13, 2014, that in this graduating class there were many superb students who had … Read more
June 4, 2014 – Sardis Elementary May 7 – Dewdney Elementary Thanks to Susan Milner and her dedicated group of volunteers that make this program a huge success! Math Mania is an evening of mathematical demonstrations, puzzles and hands-on activities for elementary or middle school children. It’s been designed by members of the University of … 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
Considering graduate studies in Neuroscience? The newly founded Hildebrand lab is seeking enthusiastic students interested in using electrophysiological tools to develop new approaches for pain relief and management. The Hildebrand lab has received external research funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada and the International Association … Read more
FREE Career Assessments for students today, May 21st Time: 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Place: B214 – Abbotsford Campus Register: Student Services Counselling Department – 604 854-4528 ufv.ca/counselling/career-counselling This 2 hour workshop explores career and life options through self-assessments, exploring the work of work, decision-making and action steps. For more information, contact Eileen Burkholder at eileen.burkholder@ufv.ca
2 Positions Available to students for the summer! DETAILS at: fraservalleyconservancy.ca/student-work-opportunities-fvc/ APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday May, 18th (midnight) WHEN: June 2, 2014 to August 22, 2014 RATE: $12 per hour up to 40 hours per week. APPLY TO: applications@ fraservalleyconservany.ca include a cover letter clearly outlining how you meet the requirements and a resume. Applicants who … 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
Tuesday, May 13, 2014 – 7pm Where: Stó:lō Resource Centre, Building 10 – 7201 Vedder Road – Chilliwack BC Join BCGEU President Darryl Walker, Caitlyn Vernon of the Sierra Club, and speakers from GreenJobs BC and the local community to hear about possibilities for creating green jobs, and to share local visions for a cleaner, stronger … Read more
Two CIS co-op students have opted to conduct an oral presentation for their winter work term co-op assignment. They will be presenting at the upcoming Co-op Information Sessions. We invite you to attend, and request that you please forward on to others in your areas who might be interested in attending. The sessions will provide … Read more