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Graphic + Digital Design Diploma Program
This two-year program provides an introduction to the creative industry using a multidisciplinary approach. Students develop skills and knowledge in the areas of communication/graphic design, interactive design, dynamic media, illustration and visual arts through project-based learning. Faculty are industry professionals engaged in current practice and bring current technologies, process and expertise into the classroom. Students work on a range of projects that include book and editorial design using illustration and motion graphics for storytelling; information design emphasizing interaction and the user experience through website design and digital publications; comprehensive brand identity for small business and organizations; and advertising and promotional campaigns that focus on persuasion. Everything designers create has some impact on society, so social responsibility and sustainability principles are considered integral to every design project. Upon completion of the diploma program, students will have a portfolio that they can use to gain entry-level positions in the field or freelance. Graduates can also ladder into the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a minor or extended minor in graphic design.
For more information about the program please visit http://www.ufv.ca/graphics and http://blogs.ufv.ca/graphicdesign/
Certificate in Indigenous Studies: Maps, Films, Rights, and Land Claims
UFV offers a short certificate program to help these individuals acquire and explore key background knowledge quickly and thoroughly. The certificate in Indigenous Studies: Maps, Films, Rights, and Land Claims will be delivered in Chilliwack, in the heart of traditional Stó:lõ First Nations territory. Participants will learn in a small group with instructors who have extensive experience in the field, including Hugh Brody, author, filmmaker and Canada Research Chair in Aboriginal Studies; Dr. Ken Brealey, head of the geography department at UFV; Dr. David Shaepe, senior archaeologist and manager of the Stó:lõ Research and Resource Management Centre; and Sonny McHalsie, cultural research director with the Stó:lõ Nation. The program begins with in-class and in-field learning delivered daily in three focused weeks. More information at www.ufv.ca/landclaims
The Indigenous Arts Certificate
Contact Information:Visual Arts Assistant, Vicki Bolan
toll free Abbotsford 1-888-504-7441
local 4543 or 604-854-4543
email: vicki.bolan@ufv.ca
Honouring Our Gifts is made up of six, three-credit courses taken over a single school year (September to April)
COURSE OUTLINE:
VA 140 – Indigenous Design and Technology I: Special Topics
VA 141 – Indigenous Design and Technology II: Special Topics
VA 142 – Indigenous Art and Design in Context
VA 143 – Indigenous Art and Professional PracticesIPK 277 - – Indigenous Art: Stories and Protocols
Elective: It is recommended that students choose an elective from IPK – Indigenous People’s Knowledge(Numbered 100 or higher or Visual Arts courses)
Aboriginal Culture and Language Support diploma
The Aboriginal Culture and Language Support diploma program is focused on providing the knowledge, skills, and perspectives required for employment as an Aboriginal support worker. More information.
Sto:lo Studies Certificate
The Sto:lo Studies certificate was created to honour our learning the Sto:lo content taught at the University. It is a 30 credit certificate that includes four levels of Halq'emeylem language learning, the FNST courses 101, 102, 201, 202, and one elective selected from the IPK courses.
Native Indian Teacher Education Program (NITEP)
NITEP is a quality teacher education program that honours diverse Aboriginal traditions and philosophies. NITEP graduates are highly qualified Aboriginal educators with Bachelor of Education (elementary or secondary) degrees. Enroll as a full time or part time student at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) Chilliwack NITEP Field Centre. Apply by May 30 for classes beginning in Sept 2010. Details at teach.educ.ubc.ca/bachelor/nitep or contact Saylesh Wesley at saylesh@interchange.ubc.ca or 604-795-2844
Certificate in Extended Studies in Social Services
Extended Studies Certificate - First Nations Option
This program would be of interest to those already possessing a human service or relevant credential who wishes to work directly with an Aboriginal group. More information .
Halq'eméylem program
Halq’eméylem is the traditional language of the Stó:lõ people. It is a dialect of Salishan language category. More information.
Social Services Diploma - First Nations option
This 62-credit program is designed to prepare aboriginal students, or those with strong ties to aboriginal communities, to work with first Nations people to enhance self-reliance of First Nations people and communities, both on and off reserves. More information.
Student Leadership Institute - Emerging Leaders Program
Learning and leadership are not spectator sports. In order to help students develop leadership skills, Student Life has organized various programs and opportunities a part of the Student Leadership Institute.
For more information about participating as a student leader click on the link below.
http://www.ufv.ca/StudentLife/Leadership.htm
IPK is Indigenous People's Knowledge
IPK 092 3 credits
Academic Learning and Indigenous Cultures
Pre- or corequisite(s): ENGL 071
Students will incorporate indigenous ways of knowing with academic approaches to learning. Students will also balance academic and cultural expectations in order to achieve success in the university community. Career planning, goal setting, study skills, time management, and learning styles which reflect aboriginal cultural experiences will be examined. Multi-literacies encompassing communication technologies will be developed to support academic success. A facilitative approach to information gathering will be taken in order to encourage a collaborative approach to learning.
IPK 093 3 credits
Critical Thinking from Indigenous Perspectives
Prerequisite(s): One of the following: English 11 or 12, English 12 First Peoples, or UUP department permission (assessment may be required).
Pre- or corequisite(s): ENGL 081
Students will apply critical thinking to a variety of written, visual, and auditory works; critical thinking will incorporate aboriginal perspective and academic standards with an emphasis on Sto:lo tradition. Collaborative group work is an important part of this course. Students will learn about different argumentation strategies, and will develop an increased awareness of bias and the difference between appropriately and credibly supported and unsupported arguments. A facilitative approach to instruction will be taken in order to encourage a collaborative approach to learning.
IPK 100 3 credits
University and College Access Seminar I
Prerequisite(s): None
This seminar is an academic support program that assists students to initiate, continue, or resume their college or university education. It is designed to assist the learner in preparing for success in post-secondary education.
This seminar provides a collaborative learning opportunity that requires learners to develop classroom, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills required for a variety of post-secondary studies.
Students, taught by an Indigenous instructor, will recognize the importance of maintaining an Indigenous perspective while engaged in university and college study.
IPK 101 3 credits
University and College Access Seminar II
Prerequisite(s): IPK 101
This seminar is an academic support program that continues from IPK 100. It is designed to assist the learner in preparing for success in post-secondary education.
This seminar provides a collaborative learning opportunity that builds on skills learners acquired in IPK 100 to develop classroom, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills required for a variety of post-secondary studies.
Students, taught by an Indigenous instructor, will recognize the importance of maintaining an Indigenous perspective while engaged in university and college study.
This second seminar provides students an opportunity to practice and strengthen on the skills learned in IPK 101.
IPK 121 3 credits
Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow I
Prerequisite(s): None
This seminar is an academic support to assist students in preparing for successful completion of rigorous university studies. It provides an intensive collaborative learning opportunity that requires learners to develop classroom, critical thinking, and interpersonal and personal skills required for university-level study.
Students, taught by an Indigenous instructor, will recognize the importance of maintaining an Indigenous perspective while engaged in university study and academic research.
IPK 122 3 credits
Learn today, Lead Tomorrow II
Prerequisite(s): IPK 121
This seminar is an academic support to assist students in preparing for successful completion of rigorous university studies and is a continuation of IPK 121. It provides an intensive collaborative learning opportunity that builds on skills acquired in IPK 121 wherein learners will practice the classroom, critical thinking, and interpersonal and personal skills required for university-level study.
Students, taught by an Indigenous instructor, will recognize the importance of maintaining an Indigenous perspective while engaged in university study and academic research.
This second seminar provides students an opportunity to practice and strengthen the skills and knowledge learned in IPK 121.
IPK 277 3 credits
Indigenous Art: Stories and Protocols
Prerequisite(s): None
Learning in this course is anchored in and built upon life experiences and collective wisdom of the participants, including that of the educator who guides the discovery process.
Successful learners will make connections within the evolution of indigenous art, in its diverse and multiple forms, from pre-contact protocols and practice through to contemporary applications. In addition, they will be able to describe and discuss the effects of traditional teachings, colonial impacts, contemporary revivals, and their personal “gift” as an artist.
Students will acquire an enhanced awareness, understanding, and knowledge of indigenous art forms applying what they learn to their own experiences and practices.
IPK 331 4 credits
Indigenous Leadership: Yesterday and Today For Tomorrow I
Prerequisite(s): 45 university-level credits including one of HIST 103, FNST 202, or FNST 275/EDUC 275
Learning in this course is anchored in and built upon life experiences and collective wisdom of the participants, including that of the educator who guides the discovery process. Successful learners will view culture as a dynamic phenomenon, and be able to explain cultural dimensions of mental health, renewal, and empowerment by focusing upon traditional knowledge, ways of knowing, and core values. In addition, they will be able to describe and discuss the effects of disruptive forces in their lives and their communities and identify them as reasons to pursue healing and personal growth. Building from the framework of knowledge acquired in previous coursework, students will expand their awareness, understanding, and knowledge of Stó:lõ history, realities, and challenges for today and tomorrow.
Note: Students with credit for IPK 131 cannot take this course for further credit.
IPK 332 4 credits
Indigenous Leadership: Yesterday and Today for Tomorrow II
Prerequisite(s): IPK 331
This course is a continuation from IPK 331. Successful learners will advance the knowledge learned in IPK 331 and be able to link the effects of disruptive forces in their lives and with culture, grieving, healing, and personal growth as leaders. Students will acquire the ability to discuss and understand relationship building as a positive process and demonstrate how it contributes to quality learning, emotional and spiritual growth, and as integral to the process of social development. At the end of the course students will have the ability to explain and discuss effective leadership and identify the contributing factors needed for effective Indigenous leadership. Students will acquire an enhanced awareness, understanding, and knowledge of Stó:lõ history, realities, and challenges for today and tomorrow.
Note: Students with credit for IPK 132 cannot take this course for further credit.
Aboriginal Access Centre contact us click here
Sto:lo Studies Certificate
The Sto:lo Studies certificate was created to honour our learning the Sto:lo content taught at the University. It is a 30 credit certificate that includes four levels of Halq'emeylem language learning, the FNST courses 101, 102, 201, 202, and one elective selected from the IPK courses.
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