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Executive compensation at UFV

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UFV students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community, You may be aware of recent media attention given to the salaries of university executives. I am writing to assure you that UFV has followed all of the rules on this matter, is fully transparent, and would welcome an external review. The allegation of UFV executive overcompensation is simply not true, and is both disappointing and damaging to UFV. UFV executive compensation is paid within a plan approved by the Board, and is … Continued

Meeting Demand for Skills

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Offered in collaboration with Eagle West Crane Academy, UFV’s eight-week Crane Operator program (for Stiff Boom 40 tonnes & Under) is your entry point into the profession. You train on real cranes with experienced instructors who know the ropes and have industry experience….. click here for more details

PACE Report: Do Seasonal Workers Enhance Agriculture?

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The Impacts of the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program (SAWP) on Chilliwack Agriculture This research investigates the how low cost labour has influenced agricultural diversification and productivity in the eastern Fraser Valley. It shows that the results are increased competiveness, crop diversification, productivity and area under production. Download the pdf report UFV – Impact of SAWP on Agriculture

PACE Report: Soil remediation with eco-friendly solvents

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Soil and solvent recovery from petroleum contaminants The environmentally friendly solvent developed by an Abbotsford company was proven to be a highly efficient alternative to toxic halogenated solvents. The objective of this student-driven project was to develop a cost-effective way of removing petroleum contaminants from the solvent in order to extend its lifetime and improve its economic viability. Download the pdf report UFV – Eco Friendly Soil Remediation

UFV Teacher Ed program prepares teachers with emphasis on social justice

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Education is known to change lives. There is a program at UFV, however, that is especially transformative. People enter as students. They emerge as teachers. The Teacher Education program, now in its sixth year, recently moved to the Abbotsford campus from Chilliwack. The Teacher Education program (aka TEP) is a one-year post-degree program. Some of the students entering the program are fresh graduates of a four-year bachelor’s degree. Others are undertaking a midlife career change. “Our group this year consists … Continued

UFV Nursing students host annual health fair

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Those interested in learning about health and wellness will have the chance to garner interactive advice from UFV nursing students next week. On Friday, Oct. 19, University of the Fraser Valley fourth-year nursing students will be holding their annual health fair at Sevenoaks Shopping Centre in Abbotsford, in the section of the mall near the Dollar Giant. At the day-long event, students who are currently taking their community health nursing course will be offering free information on the following topics: … Continued

UFV in the News: A legacy of opportunity

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It is a fitting postscript to the political career of John Les that UFV began classes this week at the new Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park. Just days after the MLA announced his decision not to seek re-election, students are filing into to their classrooms in a stunning new 150,000 square foot facility. Les, whose political tenure stretches back 30 years, was Chilliwack’s mayor when the decision was made to close Canada Forces Base Chilliwack and move hundreds of … Continued

UFV opens new building at Canada Education Park in Chilliwack

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The University of the Fraser Valley celebrated the latest phase in its development at the Canada Education Park in Chilliwack on Friday, May 11, by opening a new building. The building, a combination of new construction and extreme renovation, will house most of the programs and services previously located at the Chilliwack Yale Road campus. It joins the UFV Trades and Technology Centre , which has been located at the Canada Education Park since 2007. The new building at Canada Education Park is a 150,000 … Continued

UFV’s Absolute Style offers backstage view of fashion industry

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Researching trends, preparing a collection, and styling models are all a part of UFV’s annual runway show, Absolute Style. The one-day event highlights the work of the Fashion Design program and its grad students, while providing them with real-world fashion industry experience. Absolute Style 2012 is taking place on Wednesday, April 25 with two shows at UFV Abbotsford’s Envision Athletic Centre, 1385 McKenzie Rd. The runway will feature an array of garments, including swim suits, tailored jackets, dresses and costume … Continued