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UFV E-Newsletter March 2010
Happy Spring Break to all high schools! Before you head out for your holidays, take a quick look at what’s coming up in Admissions and events in March and April at UFV.
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To view the online version or archives, visit our high school staff & counsellor pages at www.ufv.ca/Future_Students/forcounsellors.htm.
Send us an email anytime with questions or comments to recruiter@ufv.ca.
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Included in this edition:
Admissions updates
- Bachelor of Kinesiology closed for Fall 2010
- Many programs still accepting applications for Fall 2010
- Grade 12 Interim grade submission in March
- Grade reporting for BSc grade 11 early application
- Mathematics curriculum changes reminder
Update from UFV's Financial Aid and Awards office
Meet the new U Spring Break Tours!
High school Liaison Day - come hear what's growing on at UFV!
Visual Arts applications and scholarships
March 5 -- UFV Health Sciences students present health fair at Cottonwood Mall
March 8 & 9 -- UFV info nights help students explore Social Work careers and opportunities
March 9 -- International Day for the Elimination of Racism
March 10 -- Dr. Darryl Plecas to lecture on crime-reduction model
March 12-28 -- Shakespeare's magical dream returns to UFV Theatre stage
Bachelor of Science Information Sessions this April
Summer job in Uganda earns UFV student credit towards her degree
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Admissions updates
Bachelor of Kinesiology closed for Fall 2010
The Bachelor of Kinesiology is no longer accepting applications for Fall 2010, however, a winter intake (January 2011) is planned. Students still interested in Kinesiology at UFV can continue to apply for the program pathway Kinesiology Studies for Fall 2010, and as of August 1, 2010 they can apply to the Bachelor of Kinesiology for Winter 2011.
Applications for Fall 2010
Most programs are still accepting applications for Fall 2010 at this time. A continuously updated list of available programs can be found at www.ufv.ca/ar/admissions/acceptapps. We encourage students to apply as soon as possible as many programs are reaching capacity for the Fall 2010 intake period.
Grade 12 Interim grade submission in March
Students who require interim grades for program admission were sent a handout in February outlining how to submit their interim grades to UFV. You can download and print the instructions from www.ufv.ca/Assets/Admissions+and+Records/Admissions/self-report-manual.pdf .
UFV provides an online self-reporting grade system which is the preferred method of grade submission for students attending BC schools. There is online help for students within the self-reporting system, and the handout gives students some suggestions for determining interim grades for courses in progress during the second semester.
Students taking AP or IB courses should report the grades as the regular grade 12 course in that discipline. For example, IB History would be reported as History 12. If they are taking a course in a subject that is not included, or more than one course in a discipline, they can submit the grade manually.
Students can submit grades on more than one occasion, but they cannot change a grade that has been submitted. If they need to correct a grade, they must submit a manual interim grade and a note of explanation to Admissions. This can be mailed in or dropped off at any Admissions office at UFV.
Students must submit all the grades and/or test scores for their programs by March 31, 2010 in order to retain their original application date. The self-reporting system will close after March 31.
Grade reporting for BSc grade 11 early application
Students who have applied for the Bachelor of Science program through the early application option are asked to report their grades through an online survey tool available at myUFV. Grade 11 students should not use the Grade 12 Self-Reporting system. Students with questions about the BSc Grade 11 Early application program should contact science.advice@ufv.ca
Mathematics Curriculum changes reminder
UFV is aware that Math curriculum changes are coming; in response we have formed a task force that is working to align UFV high school pre-requisites with the new math streams. We aim to have pre-requisites established by late spring. Please be aware that the “Workplace and Apprenticeship Mathematics” will be suitable for most Trades programs at UFV, with the possible exception of Electrical, Drafting, and Agriculture programs. We are currently assessing which level of math will be appropriate in these cases. We recommend that all other grade 9 students who may want to apply to any other program at UFV choose the “Foundations Mathematics” stream if that is suitable to their level.
Admissions questions?
If you have any questions or concerns about admissions policy or timelines at UFV, feel free to contact Laura Havercroft, Admissions coordinator at laura.havercroft@ufv.ca or 604-854-4540 or Elaine Harris, Associate Registrar at elaine.harris@ufv.ca or 604-864-4645.
Students with general enquiries about the status of their application can contact Admissions at 604-557-4038.
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Update from UFV's Financial Aid and Awards office
We hope that all high school counselling and career centres have received the UFV scholarship package from us. We would like to take this opportunity to highlight new scholarships and procedures:
- Applications for all entrance scholarships, including our UFV Excellence Entrance Scholarship, must be submitted directly to UFV by mailing in to the Financial Aid and Awards office. Follow this link for our address: www.ufv.ca/fineaid.htm. Please remember to include your reference letters and interim transcripts.
- There are new scholarships available for 2010 graduating students and new application procedures. Details can be reviewed at www.ufv.ca/entrancescholarships
- Interim transcripts must clearly indicate all grades in progress.
- Deadline for submission to UFV awards is April 1, 2010.
Please feel free to contact Lorraine Bingert, Financial Aid and Awards Advisor, if you have any questions or concerns, at 604 504-7441, local 4450, or email lorraine.bingert@ufv.ca
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Meet the new U Spring Break Tours!
Ever imagined what it's like to be a student at one of the top-rated small universities in Canada? Have you been thinking about what you can study, what campus life is really like, and what kind of careers University can lead to? Have you applied and want to know what's next? Grab some friends or family and come by the UFV campus during your Spring Break for a tour!
Our one-hour daily tours not only fit into your plans to chill out during Spring Break, but will give you a great introduction to University and UFV. Join one of our tour times or let us know a time that works for you.
What:
Campus tour and general information session (optional). All ages welcome!
When:
March 8-12, 2010
1 pm daily tours (Abbotsford campus only), or schedule your own time
Where:
UFV Abbotsford or Chilliwack campus
How:
Email info@ufv.ca or call 604-557-4088 with your campus and time preferences, full name, phone and email, grade, and number of people. We'll send you a confirmation email with meeting time and location.
We hope to welcome you to the University of the Fraser Valley soon!
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High school Liaison Day -- come hear what's growing on at UFV!
Less than 2 months are left before UFV's annual high school Counsellor/Career Advisor Liaison Day. Come and hear all about what's new here on Tuesday, April 27. The theme of this year's event is growth as we look to build upon the success we've experienced as the "New U" over the past 2 years.
The morning will include important updates, and the optional afternoon session will feature our first ever workshop on transitions. This unique addition hosted by Pam Jones, Regional Transitions Coordinator, is open to Counsellors, Planning 10 teachers, Graduation Transitions teachers, and site and district administrators. You won't want to miss a valuable presentation by Linda Pardy, co-creator of Education Planner, the well-known tool for online exploration of all things post secondary. Other presentations include "Think Post Secondary", a district-wide strategy in the Langley School District intended to help more students access post secondary education sooner, and "Higher Ground", a presentation by Wendy Colman from Fraser Cascade School District on an the creation of an interactive and multimedia anti-drug website.
Registration for the event has begun, so make sure to reserve your seat by clicking the link below!
Click for more details on the event or go directly to the registration form.
Register now!
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Visual Arts applications and scholarships
The Visual Arts department still has room for applicants to the Visual Arts diploma and the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree for Fall 2010. Portfolio reviews will take place in early April, so apply soon!
BFA applicants coming directly from high school are eligible to apply for the Bel Par Entrance Scholarship of $1,000. For details on applying, look online at www.ufv.ca/fineaid.htm, or contact lorraine.bingert@ufv.ca.
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March 5 – UFV Health Sciences students present health fair at Cottonwood Mall
Get ready to find out more about how to stay healthy, from teeth to toes, at a health fair presented by University of the Fraser Valley students on Friday, March 5. Students from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Certified Dental Assistant, and Dental Hygiene programs have been hard at work on informative displays that they’ll be on hand to share at the Cottonwood Mall in Chilliwack.
Some of the topics covered by the displays include the effect of soft drinks on teeth, “meth mouth” (damage inflicted by methamphetamine use), hypertension, diabetes, prevention of falls, oral self-care for babies, smoking cessation, bowel health, tooth sensitivity, tooth whitening, risk factors for dental decay, and how oral health affects overall health.
The health fair will run all day from 9:30 am to 9 pm in the mall.
Students will be available to answer questions and provide information to the public.
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March 8 & 9 – Info nights help students explore Social Work careers, 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. But do they need a degree or a diploma for the job that interests them?
The University of the Fraser Valley’s School of Social Work and Human Services knows that finding the most direct educational route can sometimes be difficult. To help potential students find the right path, UFV is organizing two information sessions where people can learn about the many program options and educational opportunities available in this field at UFV.
The sessions, which take place Monday, March 8, at the Chilliwack campus, and 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.
John Hogg, acting director of the School of Social Work and Human Services, says the info sessions are great opportunities for people to come to the university and speak with faculty, staff, and even students, and recent graduates to find out about the programs at UFV and potential careers.
“This is an excellent chance for people to come and learn more about our exciting and challenging programs,” Hogg says. “There are a large number of careers available once you have a background in this field, and these info sessions can open some doors for people.”
Hogg also notes the spectrum of educational and career opportunities is huge because of the number of programs and options provided by the university. UFV delivers a social work degree, a social services diploma with a general or First Nations option, a certificate program in substance abuse counselling, a social work degree with a child welfare specialization, a community support worker certificate, a First Nations extended studies certificate, and the lower mainland’s only Aboriginal culture and language support diploma.
“These information sessions will give prospective students an opportunity to see what we’re all about,” Hogg says. “We’d like them to come and visit our campuses and take that first step towards achieving their career goal. Whether that goal is becoming a community support worker, a substance abuse counsellor, or something within the social work field, there is a full range of opportunities.”
Those who attend the information sessions will also learn the nuts and bolts of becoming a student, such as the registration process, the prerequisites required, tuition fees, and application deadlines. UFV faculty, staff, current students, and some graduates will be on hand both evenings to answer questions and point out the many options provided by the School of Social Work and Human Services.
To find out more about UFV’s degree, certificate, and diploma programs delivered by the School of Social Work and Human Services, you can attend either one of the evening information sessions; Chilliwack campus, room D234, on Monday, March 8 (6:30-8:30 pm), or the Abbotsford campus, room B161, on Tuesday, March 9 (6:30-8:30 pm).
Registration is not required, but you can sign up in advance if you choose, or get more details about the event by calling 604-702-2623 or 604-854-7441 local 4279. You can also email carol.oddy@ufv.ca or check out the website at www.ufv.ca/swhs .
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March 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 Sun, 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
Abbotsford campus, room B121 (lecture theatre)
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March 10 – Dr. Darryl 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 School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of the Fraser Valley, will be speaking about the crime-reduction model on as part of the UFV lecture series.
Wed, March 10
7 pm
Abbotsford campus, room B101 (lecture theatre)
Free public event
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Shakespeare’s Magical Dream returns to UFV Theatre stage
William Shakespeare’s magical romantic comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns to the UFV theatre department 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, who also directed both the 1982 and 1995 productions.
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. Filled with hilarious situations and broad physical comedy Dream will provide first class comic entertainment for the whole family.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream opens Friday, March 12 in the theatre on the Chilliwack campus and runs March 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 at 7:30 pm, with two half price previews March 10 and 11 at 7:30 pm. There will also be five matinee performances: Sun, March 21 and 28 at 2 pm and Tuesday, March 16, Mon, March 22 and Wed, March 24 at noon. The Sunday, March 21 matinee is a pay-what-you- can event with a minimum suggested price of $8. Other ticket prices range between $8 to $18.
For tickets and information contact the theatre department at 604-504-7441 local 2814 or email Theatre@ufv.ca.
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Bachelor of Science information sessions this April
All Fall 2010 admitted Bachelor of Science and science studies students are invited to attend a Bachelor of Science Information Session. Students will learn about the different programs within the Bachelor of Science and begin planning for Fall registration. Students should plan to attend one of the following dates:
April 7 or 27
Abbotsford campus, Room B121 (lecture theatre)
6-7:30 pm
April 21
Chilliwack campus, Room A201
6-7:30 pm
Please sign up for a session by sending an email from your UFV email account to scienceadvice@ufv.ca . Indicate the date you wish to attend your name and your student ID. We hope to see you there!
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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.
For full story, click here: http://www.ufv.ca/MarCom/newsroom/Victoria_Harris.htm
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