ALUMNI & CAMPUS NEWS
Fall 2007 Convocation
The Alumni Association grows to over 97,500 members as 2,600 graduates convocate on October 4 and 5. Honorary Degree recipients include SFU economist and professor emeritus Dr. Richard Lipsey. View webcasts of the ceremonies at www.lidc.sfu.ca. Read profiles of graduating students in the October 4 issue of SFU News: www.sfu.ca/sfu_news
New Building Opens at SFU Burnaby
If it's been a while since you've been at the Burnaby campus, get ready for a change in the scenery. The new Arts and Social Sciences Complex (ASSC1) officially opened on September 19, connecting to the east end of the AQ . Yes, it's right where C Lot used to be! The building will house a state-of-the-art forensic lab, as well as programs in archaeology, criminology and psychology.
Take a sneak peek...
Career Services at SFU
Want more out of your life and career? SFU offers two upcoming career transition workshops to help you explore your options: Early/Mid Career Transitions on Oct 15 or Nov 3, and Late Career Transitions & Early Retirement on Oct 17 or Nov 24. Details at www.sfu.ca/cstudies/mpprog/
Environmental Events at SFU
Freecycle at the first annual SFU Sustainability Festival at Convocation Mall, SFU Burnaby, 10 am - 5 pm, Oct 11 - [more]
Fall Speaker Series on Climate Change at SFU Burnaby featuring cross-disciplinary discussion and participant dialogue - [more]
Climate change lecture by SFU professor, alumnus and award-winning author Mark Jaccard at SFU Vancouver, Oct 18 - [more]
Excellence in Teaching Awards 2007 Who was your favorite teacher at SFU? Was there someone who made a memorable impact on your learning and your life? Here's your chance to recognize them. Nominations are being accepted until October 15 for SFU's 2007 Excellence in Teaching awards.
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Honorary Degree Nominations SFU welcomes your nominations for 2008 Honorary Degrees until October 16, 2007. Find details and a list of past recipients at
www.sfu.ca/ceremonies/honorary_degrees Seasonal Celebrating Did you know that SFU alumni receive discounted rates when booking rooms at the Diamond Alumni Centre for meetings or special events? Take advantage of this exclusive privilege this holiday season, and enjoy stunning views, award-winning cuisine and a great place for your gathering. Weddings are also eligible for alumni rates. Reserve early to avoid disappointment.
www.sfu.ca/dac PEOPLE 
Student and wheelchair athlete Jessica Des Mazes receives Terry Fox Medal -
[more] Support grows for SFU-initiated humanitarian organization Canadian Students for Darfur -
[more] Anson Lee (BSc '92), Director of Customer Experience Strategy, Karo Group -
[alumni profile] RESEARCH
Biology: Biologist baits bloodsucking bedbugs wth pheremones -
[more] Physics: Scientist seeks to unravel the trajectory of turbulence -
[more] Public Policy: New research team collaborates on climate change -
[more] UPCOMING EVENTSDetails and registration:
www.sfu.ca/alumni/events
- MBA Alumni Pub Night - Oct 12
- San Francisco Alumni Reception - Oct 19
- Los Angeles Alumni & Friends Brunch - Oct 21
- Montreal Alumni & Friends Reception - Oct 24
- Toronto Alumni & Friends Reception - Oct 25
- South Asia Festival 2007 - Oct 26 to Nov 2
- MBA Tune Up & Wine Tasting Reception - Nov 8
- Nanaimo Alumni & Friends Reception - Nov 28
Remember Your Alumni Benefits:
* Full-service personalized financial and investment planning: Clearsight Investment Program
* Rewards for you and SFU every time you charge it: SFU Alumni Association Mosaik Mastercard
* Home, tenant, auto, home business and travel insurance at preferred rates: TD Meloche Monnex
* Term life, extended health, critical illness, dental, and disability insurance: Manulife Financial
* SFU crested frames for degrees, certificates and photos: Significant Impact Leader Frames
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