STAFF MEMBER HONOURED FOR OUTSTANDING WORK PERFORMANCE |
Brenda Tang embodies the values and spirit of SFU’s Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue with her kindness and enthusiastic personality. In recognition of her exemplary work, she has been honoured with a 2021 Staff Achievement Award. |
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GLOBAL PROJECT CONNECTS ARTISTS AND ELDERS |
SFU Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology professor Ryan Tacata discusses Artists and Elders, a project he launched with fellow artists Erika Chong Shuch and Rowena Ritchie during pandemic lockdowns to connect older adults with artists and help relieve isolation.
To date, the project has connected more than 80 artist-elder pairs from across the world who have co-created numerous performance pieces, a drag show, paintings and music.
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A new study led by SFU’s Gerontology Research Centre found that women providing intensive, at-home care experienced higher levels of depression and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic and suggests more support is needed.
“More needs to be done to address these systemic issues, including workplace support and increasing community resources,” says SFU gerontology professor Andrew Wister, who is the study lead and centre director.
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Several students, faculty and staff recently sent a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau asking his government to strongly act to improve global vaccine equity and demonstrate leadership in committing to end the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Please reach out to fhscomm@sfu.ca if you would like a copy of the letter for your use.
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RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES |
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SPRING FORWARD THIS WEEKEND |
Please remember to set your clocks one hour ahead on Saturday evening to observe daylight saving time. |
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Your 2021 T4/T4A tax forms are now available online. Follow this step-by-step guide on how to obtain your tax forms through myINFO and learn more about deduction claims. |
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SFU Library is updating its strategic plan, which will impact how the Library will prioritize its attention and resources over the next three years. Fill out a short survey, join a virtual workshop, suggest an existing resource or coordinate a group submission by Friday, March 25. |
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As we leap into spring, it's time to reconnect safely with Meeting, Event and Conference Services' (MECS) outdoor spaces. MECS is now offering outdoor areas across the Burnaby campus for your next event. Visit the MECS webpage to browse through available locations. |
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PEER OBSERVATION BIAS TRAINING |
March 16 | Hosted by SFU Centre for Educational Excellence |
In this instalment of the Inclusive Teaching Series, participants can become aware of their implicit biases and learn how to dismantle them. Participants will engage with concrete steps and tools to ethically apply and critically prepare for their important roles in peer observation. |
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Curious about the new Institute for Neuroscience and Neurotechnology? Upcoming town halls are an opportunity for the SFU community to learn more about the Institute and provide input on its direction and activities. |
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