Learning and Sharing
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
Ready to move past the “Should I use AI?” conversation? UFV is offering a number of exciting opportunities to delve into the nuanced realities of integrating AI into teaching and learning. Explore topics like academic integrity in the age of AI, AI-assisted research, designing AI-embedded courses, and using AI to streamline your academic workflow. Check … Read more
Written by Shaun Sun, Janelle Sztuhar, and Claire Hay The UFV Library and Teaching and Learning are excited to announce the Open Education In-Action Initiative (OEIAI), funded by a BCcampus Institutional Open Education grant and additional funds from the Office of the Provost and Vice President, Academic. This project will help UFV create its first … Read more
by Navneet Sidhu Exams can feel like a huge mountain to climb, especially for first-year students who are still adjusting to university life. The deadlines are new, the workload is heavier, and the pressure can feel real. That’s where SLG (Supported Learning Groups) mock exam sessions come in. These three-hour sessions are designed to give … Read more
Written by Claire Hay This academic year, UFV welcomed a new cohort of faculty to campus bringing a variety of teaching experiences to our institution. To support these new to UFV faculty, we hosted our annual ‘Kickstart Your Teaching with TLC’ event on Thursday August 21, 2025. Starting a teaching position at a new institution … Read more
UFV has officially crossed the finish line! On August 25, 2025, the university came together to celebrate the go-live of Brightspace, our new Learning Management System (LMS). After years of planning, consultation, and hard work, Brightspace is now the digital home for teaching and learning at UFV. CIO Katie Tuck compared the project to “running … Read more
All events related to National Truth and Reconciliation in September 2025 written by Leanne Joe People always ask, “what can I do to show support?” or “how do I get involved?” The Teaching and Learning Centre team are pleased to share some opportunities in the week leading up to September 30th. They are open for … Read more
Written by Shelley Liebembuk Prof. Rita Dhungel and I led bimonthly applied theatre workshops in the 2024-2025 academic year for UFV’s international students. The EKTA podcast our students created with Victoria Surtees provides a wonderful glimpse into the extraordinary insight these students have on their experience and their deep dedication to building community. Each of … Read more
Dr. Khyati Shetty, the Director of UFV’s School of Business and her dear friend and brilliant media expert, Sabir Haque, PhD., from the American University of Ras Al Khaimah completed UFV’s COIL training in May 2024. Khyati shares her experience implementing her first COIL project in BUS 421, International Marketing. While the idea was exciting, … Read more
Written by Vandy Britton I had the extraordinary pleasure of attending a professional development day hosted by Senóqw’iye (Leanne Joe) from UFV’s Teaching & Learning Centre that was centered around the newly envisioned Environmental Learning Experience (ELE) Framework. This curriculum had been put on the back burner by the Ministry, but through the tireless work … Read more