UFV eNews
March 2010

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Well, now that we don’t have to pretend it’s winter any more for the sake of the Olympics, we can welcome spring with a vengeance at UFV. It’s crunch month for students, as they work on term papers and midterms, and prepare for finals in April. Then many of them will be looking for summer work or for their first career posting. See http://www.ufv.ca/Jobs.htm if you’d like to hire them.

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Mar 10: Plecas to lecture on crime-reduction model

Unless you’re one of those people who profits from an illegal lifestyle, you probably agree that crime reduction is a noble goal. But did you know that it’s also the name given to a formal strategy to achieve that goal in British Columbia?

Numerous communities are trying out the “crime-reduction” model, an approach imported from Britain that sees stakeholder groups working closely together to target habitual and persistent criminals. The idea isn’t to simply get them off the streets and throw them in jail in an “in-and-out” cycle, but to help them gain access to the resources they need to address the underlying cause of their crime, such as addiction, poverty, mental illness, or lack of education.

Dr. Darryl Plecas, of the UFV School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, will be speaking about the crime-reduction model on Wed, March 10, as part of the UFV lecture series. This free public event will be held at 7 pm in the lecture theatre (B101) by the Abbotsford campus cafeteria.

http://www.ufv.ca/MarCom/newsroom/crimereduction.htm

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Mar 9:  UFV info nights help students explore Social Work careers and opportunities

Sometimes a person may know what type of career they want, but they don’t know how to get there. That’s often the case when people research the field of social work and human services. They know they want to help people, and feel they have the skills to make a difference in somebody’s life.

To help potential students find the right path, UFV’s School of Social Work and Human Services is organizing an information session where people can learn about the many program options and educational opportunities available in this field at UFV.

The session, which takes place Tuesday, March 9, in Abbotsford, are open to students graduating high school or anybody who is looking for a career change, hoping to upgrade current skills, or wanting to take their life in a totally new direction.

http://www.ufv.ca/MarCom/newsroom/SSWHS_info_nights_March_2010.htm

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Mar 10–28: Magical “dream” returns to UFV Theatre stage

William Shakespeare’s magical romantic comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns to the UFV stage March 10 to 28. This will be the third version of Dream presented to Fraser Valley audiences by the department. This new production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be directed by Theatre department head Ian Fenwick.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a fragrant potpourri of love, laughter, and enchantment that explores the ridiculous and arbitrary nature of romantic infatuation. It is a true comedic classic, in which fairy and mortal worlds collide with hilarious consequences and it is the perfect initiation into Shakespeare’s work for anyone who perhaps feels — mistakenly — that the Bard’s plays are too highbrow and elitist for a modern audience.

Opens Friday, March 12 in the theatre on the Chilliwack campus of UFV and runs to March 28. For tickets and information call: 604-795-2814 or email: Theatre@ufv.ca .

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Mar 12: UFV seeks “unsung heroes” for Betty Urquhart award

Do you know a local hero who deserves some credit? How about nominating them for the Betty Urquhart Community Service award, offered annually by UFV?

Betty Urquhart, a founding employee of Fraser Valley College (now UFV) believed strongly in community outreach. She passed away in 1995. Each year, UFV honours a person or group who exemplifies this community commitment by presenting them with the Betty Urquhart community service award.

If you’d like to nominate someone for the Betty Urquhart community service award, check out the criteria and download a nomination form at http://www.ufv.ca/Administration/Board/Betty_Urquhart_award.htm , or contact Lori Ann Waites at 1-888-504-7441 (local 4521) or by email at loriann.waites@ufv.ca . The deadline for this year’s nominations is Friday, March 12.

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Summer job in Uganda earns UFV student credit towards her degree

Abbotsford’s Victoria Harris has the best summer job.
 
Harris, who is currently in her third year of studies at the University of the Fraser Valley, has a returning gig each summer with Give International — an Ontario-based non-governmental organization that hires and place volunteers in several African nations. Each summer, she travels to Uganda, where she works as a volunteer coordinator in the city of Jinja.

Her job is to meet fresh-faced volunteers at the airport, set them up with accommodation, help familiarize them with local jargon and currency, and introduce them to other expats. Basically, she’s there to make new volunteers feel at home and to help stave off feelings of isolation or of being overwhelmed.

http://www.ufv.ca/MarCom/newsroom/Victoria_Harris.htm

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UFV alumna keeps hearts happy with her thriving business

Do yourself a favour. If you think you don’t have time to exercise, or you don’t have time to finish that degree, don’t tell UFV graduate Pamela St. Amour.

Pamela will set you straight. There is always time, she says, to do the things you want to do, especially when it comes to physical fitness and a higher education. That’s her mantra and Pamela is living proof that goals are achievable, no matter how high the climb.

http://www.ufv.ca/MarCom/newsroom/Pamela_St__Amour.htm

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Mar 15: The Ides of Slam (poetry, that is)

Come and participate in the English department’s Poetry Slam. Audience participation is the measure of success in a Poetry Slam: clapping, stomping, cheering, jeering, booing, etc. is seriously encouraged — before, during, and after the performances.Poets must sign up by 7:15 pm.

Mon, Mar 15, 8 pm
Casey's on Campus (student pub), Abbotsford

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Mar 9: International Day for the Elimination of Racism

Please join us in commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of Racism, a bit earlier than the official day on March 21. On that day in 1960, police in Sharpeville, South Africa opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration against the apartheid 'pass laws'. Proclaiming the day in 1966, the United Nations General Assembly called on the international community to redouble its efforts to eliminate all forms of racial discrimination.
UFV joins communities around the world in working towards eliminating racism.  This year's theme is Race and Entertainment. Highlights of the evening include art displays and the review of a number of video clips with discussion about race and entertainment. 

Tues, March 9, 7-9 pm
UFV Abbotsford, room B121

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Mar 10: UFV Summer Job Fair for students

Students: grow your resumé with a great summer job! Come to the 2010 UFV Summer Job Fair. Meet with more than 15 local employers seeking students for summer employment. Get connected now and avoid job panic as the summer gets closer. Pre-register today through CareerLink at www.ufv.ca/jobs/careerlink and enter to win a Nintendo Wii. Check out the list of employers at www.ufv.ca/jobs/career_fair.

This career-building opportunity is brought to you by the UFV Career Centre. The Career Centre offers experiential learning opportunities and career planning resources through programs in co-operative education, work-study, and career services. Questions? Contact us at 604-854-4507 or career.centre@ufv.ca.

Wed, March 10
10 am–3 pm
UFV Abbotsford campus, B121

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Mar 15: 2010 Olympics sport nutrition consultant/dietitian Nanci Guest to speak on nutritional strategies for training and competition

When elite athletes gather for competition, the margin between victory and defeat is small. Attention to detail can make that vital difference. Diet affects performance, and the nutritional strategies followed in training and competition will affect the success of training and therefore competitive success. Diet may have its biggest impact on training, and a nutrient-rich, well-balanced diet will help support consistent intensive training without the athlete succumbing to illness or injury, in addition to supporting adaptations to the training stimulus.  As a sport dietician often my message is simple — every day you have the power to perform better by eating better. Nanci Guest will discuss some tips for that nutritional edge, as well as the effectiveness of popular supplements for performance and/or strength gains.

Mon, March 15, 3 pm
UFV Abbotsford campus, B101

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Mar 17: The Mediated Horse Race —
Towards a theory of poll-reporting during elections

The media's coverage of elections is dominated by horserace journalism that focuses on opinion polls rather than on the real issues. Yet, in spite of this dominance, we know little about what drives the media's treatment of the polls. This paper proposes a theory of poll reporting during elections, using data collected during the 2006 Canadian federal election.
Speaker J. Scott Matthews is an assistant professor in the  Political Studies department at Queen's University. 

Wed, March 17
9:30–11 am
Room B121, UFV Abbotsford campus

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Mar 24-26: Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair

Science Fairs are held each year in hundreds of elementary and secondary schools around the province. Projects can come in the form of a report, a demonstration or a model. All must follow specific criteria and all must display original scientific research. Students in the Fraser Valley are given the opportunity to display their outstanding projects to the public through the regional science fair held each year at UFV.

Public viewing: Wed, March 24–Fri, March 26
Envision Athletic Centre, Abbotsford campus

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Mar 25: The Economics of Poverty

Dr. Krishna Pendakur, an economics professor at SFU, will be speaking on the economics of poverty in our time. Poverty is a sad reality for many people around the world, including Canada. Does poverty affect everyone, both above and below the poverty line?  Everyone is welcome. Donations will be accepted to support the Fraser Valley Rent Bank pilot initiative.

Thurs, Mar 25, 4–7 pm (reception at 6 pm)
UFV Abbotsford campus, room B121

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Mar 26: UFV Student Research Day

Student researchers from throughout UFV attend this event to present their work in a poster, table-top format, and/or as an oral presentation. Students will be available for questions and discussions about their work for at least 1-2 hours on the after 1 pm. Students will be judged on their work and a number of prizes will be given out.

March 26
Abbotsford campus, room B121
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Apr 28: Absolute Style fashion show – tickets on sale now!

The work of UFV's Fashion Design students is showcased in this annual full-scale catwalk-style fashion show and final presentation.  This year's show will be held Wednesday, April 28, at 2.30 pm and 7 pm in the Student Activity Centre (gymnasium), Building E on the Abbotsford campus, with student exhibits on display in UFV’s Fashion wing in Building D.
 

It always sells out, so pick up your tickets soon by ordering them online at: http://www.ufv.ca/Fashion/Fashion_Show/Absolute_2010_Order_Form.htm
  
 

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