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SFU Alumni Update E-Newsletter: February 2011Document Tools We are pleased to bring you highlights of the latest happenings at SFU and within our alumni community: ALUMNI & CAMPUS NEWS  SFU’s President has a question for you. Actually, he has 10.President Andrew Petter is officially launching envision>SFU on Thursday, February 10th - a community engagement initiative to guide SFU over the next few years. Alumni are invited to help shape the future of SFU by answering 10 questions that will lead to a strategic vision that enhances the university's strengths and reputation. More specific information outlining opportunities for alumni involvement will be delivered to your inboxes in the coming weeks. [Learn more] A Meaningful Volunteer Opportunity: Call for Nominations If you're looking for a rewarding volunteer role where you can represent your fellow alumni and help advance the future of Simon Fraser University and the next generation of students and alumni, we invite you to consider this leadership opportunity. The SFU Alumni Association is seeking nominations for new members of its volunteer Board of Directors. Nominations are due by 4:30pm, Thursday, April 7, 2011. Voting will take place at the annual general meeting on May 25th. [Learn more]  Record Donation Establishes Beedie School of Business at SFUSFU alumnus, Ryan Beedie, BBA '91, and his father, Keith, have donated $22-million to SFU's faculty of Business. The largest gift in SFU's history will be used to create an endowment supporting students, professorships, and research chairs. Daniel Shapiro, Dean of the newly named Beedie School of Business, says the gift will help make the school a global thought leader in areas such as innovation and entrepreneurship. [Learn more] [View Ryan's profile] Celebrating SFU Authors: Invitation to Submit Publications A reception to mark the accomplishments of SFU authors, including alumni, will be held on March 22, 2011 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm in the W.A.C. Bennett Library’s Special Collections and Rare Books room. This celebration of SFU faculty, students, staff and alumni authors is co-sponsored by the SFU Library and the SFU Bookstore. Alumni authors are invited to submit their publications via the online survey before February 15th. [Learn more]  Looking for work? Underemployed? Join the Job Finding Club! Are you an upcoming or recent Master’s-level grad? Unemployed or under-employed? Working in a sector that’s unrelated to your area of expertise? If you’re committed to finding full-time work, then the Job Finding Club may be for you. This FREE two-week (Apr 26 – May 8) full-time crash course arms you with the skills necessary to execute a successful job search. Application deadline: March 9. Register for an info session on February 10, 15 or 21. [Learn more] Spring Break is Just Around the Bend! Spring Break is just around the bend and the kids will be looking for exciting things to keep them occupied for a week. SFU Recreation & Athletics provides an extensive array of camps for children & youth ages 5 - 18 years in the areas of athletics, recreation & education that may be of interest. Spaces fill up quickly, so please register as soon as possible. [Learn more]  Transitioning Into a Career? Attend Backpack to Briefcase If you're a recent grad and looking for tips to help you achieve a smooth transition to your desired career, then we encourage you to attend this one-day conference, Saturday, May 5. The event features various workshops, as well as featured presenter, Murray Baker, author of the best selling “The Debt-Free Graduate”. Register for the early bird rate of $20 (Includes continental breakfast and lunch) on or before Feb. 14th. [Learn more] PEOPLE  SFU undergrads recognize SFU grad and mentor [Read more] Introducing SFU's first female Mechatronics faculty member [Read more] New chair aims to reduce violent behaviour in youth [Read more] RESEARCH  Students create clothes & shoes that take control [Read more] Two-way social media engagement critical for business success [Read more] Butterfly wings inspire anti-counterfeiting product [Read more] UPCOMING EVENTS Details and registration: www.sfu.ca/alumni/events
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