UFV College of Arts

09/02/2026

What does it mean to be a global citizen in an interconnected world with growing challenges and opportunities?

👉Wednesday, September 9 at 1pm
📍Abbotsford Campus B101

Join Timothy Sam for an engaging conversation on how young people can participate in civic life, contribute to their communities, build connections across borders, and partner with others to bring about positive social change.

Timothy has extensive experience in youth leadership, civic participation, governance, and global development. He has led youth engagement initiatives across West and Central Africa, and supported youth-focused programming.

See you there!

08/26/2026

UFV's public art course, taught by .r.friesen, unveiled 4 public arts projects in Mission last week. If you're in the city, head to 2nd Avenue and check them out!

The public art course partnered with the of Mission's Arts & Culture division to produce public arts on 2nd Avenue, including the stairs leading up to Central Elementary.

25 students were involved in the course to produce a mural, staircase art, sidewalk art, and a picnic bench. As part of the process, students had to identify the spaces they were going to use, create proposals, and then present them to a panel.

They have been working hard on the project all summer.

This year's artists include:

Adrian Andor, Lexi Brown, June Budd, Courtney Charleyboy, Jasmine Chohan, Megan Daniels, Liara de Gier, Hazel Franklin, Georgia Gibson, Adrienne Ginther, Wyatt Janzen, Sophie Kolind, Emma Larson, Mouon Levan, Savannah Miley, Art Powzun, Sam Price, Carli Rokochy, Kaia Skott-Smith, Vanessa Tran, Stephanie Unrau, Kaitlyn White, Kate Ybarra, and Kirsten Zilian Dyble.

08/07/2026

08/07/2026

06/25/2026

Comparing universities?

Start with rankings, but look inside your heart.

At UFV, you will find small class sizes, professors who know your name, flexible degree options, and a community where you belong.

📅 Save the date: UFV Open House – October 17, 2026.

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06/22/2026

Cap n’ Gown Series: Tassel turned. Future unlocked. Check out what this grad was feeling after crossing the stage. 🎓

06/19/2026

Cap n’ Gown Series: The journey changed them. The people shaped them. Hear what UFV grads have to say now that they’ve crossed the stage. 🎓

05/27/2026

From UFV to the world stage.

UFV students Tavia Jasper and Ava Wagner represented UFV at the 2026 UN Peace Summit in Bangkok — joining global leaders, peacebuilders, and changemakers in critical conversations on justice, sustainability, and humanitarian action.

Both students were also appointed Humanitarian Affairs Peace Ambassadors for a one-year term, recognizing their commitment to creating meaningful change locally and globally.

Their journey is a powerful reminder that leadership starts with curiosity, courage, and community — and that global impact can begin right here at UFV.

Read the full story on our blog.

05/12/2026

The Indigenous Arts Certificate (Fall 2026) offers Indigenous artists a flexible, cohort-based program that blends creative practice, mentorship, and cultural learning.

Guided by Stó:lō artist Cody Tolmie, the certificate supports students across artistic disciplines while exploring Indigenous histories, rights, and contemporary issues, preparing students for professional growth.

Talk to us: [email protected]

04/23/2026

UFV French major student Cody Woelders took the stage at UBC’s Asian Centre and delivered a full speech in Japanese -- from memory.

He earned second place at the BC Japanese Speech Contest, but his story goes far beyond the award. From returning to university as an adult learner to exploring how language shapes identity and belonging, Cody’s journey highlights the power of multilingual education.

Read the blog story: https://blogs.ufv.ca/arts/2026/04/22/finding-a-voice-across-languages-cody-woelders-and-the-power-of-multilingual-connection/