University Librarian Camille Callison, Dr. Sonny McHalsie, a UFV cultural advisor, and Dr. Shirley Hardman, Associate Vice-President, Xwexwílmexwawt reflect on the importance of libraries as non-judgmental spaces for all people, the value of displaying art that is meaningful to students, faculty, and staff, and the significance of connecting with the Stó:lō People and their heritage.
Highlights the perspectives of President Dr. Joanne MacLean, Indigenous artist J. Luke Pike, whose paintings are displayed in all three UFV library locations, and Indigenous artist Una Ann Moyer, whose three paintings of canoes are housed in UFV’s three libraries. Also featured are Provost Dr. James Mandigo, Resident Elder Denise Douglas, and Nikiel Lal, former SUS President and founding member of the UFV Library’s Student Engagement Working Group.
Includes interviews with Dr. Satwinder Bains, Director of the UFV South Asian Studies Institute; Provost Dr. James Mandigo; and artist Raghavendra Rao Karkala Vasudevaiah, who painted a portrait of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, a pioneer of anti-casteism. Additional reflections are shared by President Dr. Joanne MacLean and Dr. Awneet Sivia, Associate Vice President Teaching and Learning.
Features Dr. Eiji Okawa, an assistant professor of history, and UFV student Jenna Strickler discussing the Gifts of Japan: Welcome Back event, where students showcased their art. Provost Dr. James Mandigo speaks to the rich history of Japanese culture in the Fraser Valley, while President Dr. Joanne MacLean highlights the university’s commitment to intercultural engagement.
Presents reflections on the significance of the newly established University Archives. Interviewees include University Librarian Camille Callison; Susan Mide Kiss, Vice-President, Community Engagement; President Dr. Joanne MacLean; Laura Authier, Associate Vice-President, Community Engagement; Anne Russell, Manager, Communications and Media and UFV community historian; Kendra Long, Associate University Librarian and University Archivist; and Dr. Shirley Hardman, Associate Vice-President, Xwexwílmexwawt.
