Three University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) alumni have played a fun and vital behind-the-scenes role at one of the world’s premier sporting events.  As international soccer squads have hit the field at B.C. Place Stadium throughout June, and now into July, they’ve done so on a grass field carefully created by Abbotsford’s Bos Sod Farms. Nicoline Van Oort, a graduate of UFV’s Agriculture Technology program, has worked alongside…

Jaspal Singh’s connection to UFV did not end when he graduated.  A UFV alumnus and Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Jaspal has stayed connected to the university’s accounting community through mentorship, professional networking, and support for students preparing to enter the field. Whether he is encouraging students to attend CPA Fraser Valley events, making introductions, or sharing what he has learned from…

The expertise that helps guide decision-making at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is being recognized on a national stage. UFV University Secretary Al Wiseman has been appointed to the board of the Canadian University Governance Association (CUGA).  The CUGA is recognized as the Canadian leader in university governance, supporting autonomy, collaboration, and innovation. Their mission is to be…

A group of 11 students graduating from the University of the Fraser Valley with kinesiology degrees are making the leap to graduate school, landing together in the University of British Columbia’s physiotherapy program.  The students heading to UBC are Nic Shain, Shawn Arora, Trinity Nacario, Megan Filiatrault, Ajaiveer Boparai, Samnit Sidhu, Armaan Gill, Tobias Siebenga,…

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is opening an Experiential Learning Lab (ELL) on its Chilliwack campus, a flexible learning space with a layout and technology that mimic a health-care clinical environment.   Historically, nursing students have benefited from experiential learning in hospitals, clinics, and laboratory settings. But with nursing shortages and more patients…

Anna Delooff knew she had done well in her studies at the University of the Fraser Valley, but she got a pleasant surprise when she found out that her marks had earned her the Governor General’s Silver Medal, awarded annually to the student with the highest grade point average in a bachelor’s degree program. Anna’s…

Kiyah Price has a strong interest in building inclusive, accessible, and meaningful community spaces, and she found the perfect fit for her passion in UFV’s College of Arts, where she recently completed a Bachelor of Arts in sociology along with a Bachelor of Regional and Community Planning.  For her dedication and efforts, UFV has awarded…

Miranda Rosehill put her trust in the University of the Fraser Valley when it came time to choose a university for her Master of Social Work degree. Two years later, she’s glad she made that decision.  Miranda is the 2026 recipient of the Governor General’s Gold Medal at UFV, after achieving a grade point average of 4.27.  Granted to students…

Ryan Caswell spent years building cabinets before deciding it was time to build something new for himself. The recipient of UFV’s 2026 Governor General’s Bronze Medal, awarded to the diploma student with the highest academic standing, Ryan returned to post-secondary education more than 20 years after first attending BCIT. Now completing UFV’s Computer Information Systems…

Language is more than just words; the late Koyalemót  Mary Stewart taught this every day. It’s also identity, culture, history, and memory. The Modern Languages professor devoted her life to preserving the Halq’eméylem language and sharing it with others, and has been posthumously honoured with the 2026 UFV Indigenization and Reconciliation Award.   “Koyalemot's teaching of the language was the growth of…

Women face barriers as search and rescue (SAR) volunteers, but there are easy fixes that can create a more welcoming environment. That’s one takeaway from Jelena Brcic’s research project, which she’ll be discussed at a national webinar from 5:30 to 6:30 pm on Monday, June 22.  In the first year of a two-year project backed by Public Safety Canada’s Search and…

When the University of the Fraser Valley transitioned to a modern learning management system (LMS) in 2025, the Brightspace Implementation Team played a key role in making it happen.  The team took on a complex project with energy and enthusiasm, helping advance UFV’s goal of providing accessible, high-quality education. In addition to being able to take…