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CAROLE TAYLOR
By Marianne Meadahl
Photography by Perry Zavitz


SFU's new chancellor combines business savvy with public service.
In June, the former journalist, politician, and one of Canada's most respected community leaders becomes SFU's 10th chancellor.

Univercity aerial UNIVERCITY

By Richard Littlemore
Photo Courtesy of SFU Community Trust

UniverCity, the model of urban sustainability adjacent to Canada's leading comprehensive university, has been on the drawing board for nearly half a century.

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Ken Lum, Conceptual Artist
THE MAKING OF A CONCEPTUAL ARTIST

By Beverly Cramp
Photography by Mark Mushet


Ken Lum's Early Years at SFU.

More than 30 years ago a young student could be seen pacing back and forth on a gravel path between the old Simon Fraser University student pub and a portable building that temporarily housed various faculties.

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Cancer Dilemma chart SOLVING THE CANCER DILEMMA

By Sharon Proctor
Diagram by Martin Krzywinski


Steven Jones and the modern supercomputer take on a deadly foe.

In the 18th and 19th centuries cancer was a rare disease. Today it hits one in three people. Why the difference? The answer is we now live longer.

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LETTER FROM PRESIDENT ANDREW PETTER
Launching envision>SFU
The purpose of envision>SFU is to develop a strategic vision that reflects SFU's strengths and enhances its reputation as an institution that is student- centred, research-driven, and community-engaged.

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