UFV 50
Fifty years ago, the community came together to create Fraser Valley College — a place and space for everyone to learn and grow.
In the years since, as FVC then University College of the Fraser Valley became the university we know today, a lot has changed. But much has remained constant: our values of inclusivity, integrity, excellence, and, of course, community.
Join us during this special anniversary year as we honour the past, celebrate our present, and co-create the future.
"As we look to the next 50 years, I invite each of you to join us, as we work together to create a legacy that future generations will be proud of.”
Dr. Joanne MacLean | UFV President & Vice Chancellor
Join the UFV-50 celebration
What's happening?
Featured programs
Event photo albums
Catch the highlights of our anniversary special events and celebrations.
Opening ceremony — April 4, 2024
UFV Night at the Abby Canucks — April 3, 2024
Health Sciences Gathering — UFV 50
News & events
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Thu Nov 28 2024 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
How to recruit yourself with Adam Currie -
Fri Nov 29 2024 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cultural Fashion Show
Why we celebrate
The story of UFV
UFV's 50 Remarkable Alumni
More than 50,000 people have graduated from UFV since 1974. As part of UFV’s 50th anniversary celebrations, we're excited to honour 50 Remarkable Alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields, communities, and beyond.
Gus Hartl, 1980
With over 40 years in the financial sector, Gus Hartl has seen significant changes in the industry, but his core principles of leadership and community involvement have remained constant...
Gus Hartl built a career in banking on leadership and community service »
Lisa Kelly, 2001
Dr. Lisa Kelly teaches her law students at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario with confidence and compassion, qualities instilled in her as an undergraduate at UFV (then the University College of the Fraser Valley) in the early 2000s...
Lisa Kelly’s long academic journey sparked by inspiration in UFV classes »
Alex McAulay, 2008
From his days as a business student at UFV to becoming the founder of one of Canada’s fastest-growing accounting firms, Alex McAulay’s journey is a true testament to entrepreneurial spirit and community connection...
Debbie Greene, 1996
It isn’t the life she envisioned when she chose a soldier as her partner, but Debbie Greene has embraced the life she shares with husband Trevor. Debbie and Trevor had already welcomed baby Grace when he deployed to Afghanistan in 2006...
Debbie Greene’s lived experience led to advocacy for veterans »
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UFV 50 hub
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