I’m thrilled to share that our collaborative project was successfully presented at ConnectED — and it looked fantastic!
🎥 Watch the video here: UFV Pearls of Wisdom
At the heart of this project are the powerful “Pearls of Wisdom” you all contributed. Each one reflects the care, creativity, and lived experience that make our community so special. Here’s a recap of the wisdom we showcased.
🌟 Pearls of Wisdom:
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It’s okay to ask for help. – Kendra Long, UFV Library
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Change your perspective. – Amanda Roberts, PLAR
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Be true to yourself and don’t give up your dreams. – Michelle Morier, Agriculture
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Lifelong learning and growth. – Tanya Vanspreuth, Business
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Listen before you speak. – Bryan Candy, Alumni Engagement
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Kindness is pedagogy. – Claire Hay, TLC
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We’re all in the same nest. – Sandra Smith, ASC
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Keep an open mind. – Rebecca Wassef, CAS
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Stay connected to the land. – Roseanne Timbrell & Sandrine Trichard, CYC
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Be open to uncomfortability. – Ana Adamik, Research and Graduate Studies
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Learning can be messy. – Tara Corman, ASC
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Be authentic. – Victoria Surtees, TLC
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Forgive yourself for today’s mistakes and do better tomorrow. – Sumitra Robertson
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Enjoy the journey. – Phil Retief, Student, ASC
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The first step is the hardest. – Luis Pabon de Los Reyes, Student, ASC
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Universities are no place for neutrality — it only helps the oppressor. Love is love. – Jennifer Martel, Sustainability
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Silence can leave space for reflection and knowledge creation. – Colleen Bell, UFV Library
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Nurture your connection with family and friends. – Karima Cherifi, Sustainability
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Wisdom is found in unexpected places. – Charline Johnsen, SCMS
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Stir imaginations. – Anna Griffith, SOCA
- Care deeply, hold lightly. – Marina Tourlakis, Biology
You might be wondering: What’s next for our project?
There’s been talk of turning it into a travelling installation — a mobile piece of shared wisdom and inspiration. If you’re interested in hosting this artwork in your department, please reach out to Victoria.Surtees@ufv.ca.
Thank you all for your time, energy, and insights. Together, you’ve created something truly beautiful — a piece of collective art that speaks volumes.
