Learning and Sharing
“Study abroad is like a roller coaster – it looks scary but once you’ve tried it, it’s just really exciting, fun you know? The relationships you build in COIL – that’s the push you need to ride that coaster.” Ahmed Zammit “We learned that patience, openness, and respect are not just ideal values in intercultural … Read more
Submitted by Navneet Sidhu Training sits at the heart of our SLG Program because strong facilitation doesn’t happen by accident — it’s built through intentional professional development. Our student leaders are continuously developing the skills to guide collaborative learning, ask purposeful questions, and use evidence-based learning strategies that help students become more independent and confident … Read more
What if you had the chance to try something new in your classroom that could transform how students learn and engage? Or create an atmosphere of reciprocity? Or develop meaningful and substantial relationships with other faculty through non-conventional partnerships? The Teaching Inquiries into Pedagogical Practices (TIPP) Fund was created to make that possible. Teaching and … Read more
submitted by Smitty Miller, Assistant Professor, Department of Information Studies My first day in Launch was…how shall I put this…a lot. I was surrounded by a crowd of impossibly accomplished humans with lists of credentials as long as my arm. Meanwhile, I arrived with my master’s degree in Library and Information Studies and a fresh … Read more
Effective January 1, 2026 The revision to Policy 46 – Instructional Responsibilities was recently approved by Senate and the President and will be effective January 1, 2026. This revision was undertaken by a comprehensive working group led by Dr. Awneet Sivia, and included representatives from faculty and administrators followed by campus consultation and final revision. … Read more
Open Education at UFV update Submitted by Claire Hay Open Education Strategy Work on developing an open education strategy to meet UFV’s needs is ongoing as part of a BCcampus funded project, the “Open Education In-Action Initiative.” On the advice of Dean’s Council, we are developing a UFV Commitment Statement on Open Education that will … Read more
My Experience in the SLG Program Submitted by Oscar Sanchez – SLG Leader and Mentor My life as an undergraduate student at UFV for the past few years has revolved around juggling classes and part-time work. Now that I’m getting ready to graduate, I’ve been thinking a lot about the experiences that shaped my time … Read more
On Monday, October 27, 2025, the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC) at UFV hosted its annual Fall Forum, a full day dedicated to conversation, reflection, and action around regenerative sustainability. This year’s theme invited faculty, staff, and community members to move beyond the idea of simply “doing less harm” and instead imagine what it means to … Read more
“Allies start with enough literacy to do no harm” – Rose LeMay, 2025 On September 29th, faculty and staff set the table at the Gathering Place in gratitude for Indigenous faculty, staff, and students at UFV. Hosted by Claire Hay, Learning Specialist in Teaching and Learning, the Reconcili-Action Indigenous Literacy Luncheon was an opportunity for … Read more
For over a decade, Dr. Cory Beshara has been inspiring UFV chemistry students to see beyond the formulas and reactions and discover the joy of learning through curiosity and collaboration. As one of the longest-standing faculty partners in the Supported Learning Groups (SLG) program, Dr. Beshara has witnessed firsthand how peer-led learning transforms the classroom … Read more