NEWS & EVENTS

November 28, 2023

Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside.

UNIVERSITY NEWS

SFU NAMED ONE OF CANADA'S TOP 2024 EMPLOYERS

From flexible work options to comprehensive parental leave benefits, this recognition reflects the university’s ongoing commitment to transforming the faculty and staff experience.

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REFLECTING ON HALF A CENTURY OF SFU'S SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION

Throughout its history, the school has sustained a rich and vibrant tradition of critical communication research, teaching and engagement. It aims to make structures of power visible and disrupt them while contributing to the coordination and development of progressive social change.

RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES

ANNOUNCING INAUGURAL INDIGENOUS EXECUTIVE LEAD

SFU is pleased to announce that Chris (Syeta'xtn) Lewis has been appointed as the Indigenous Executive Lead, a position created to uphold Truth and Reconciliation efforts across the university. He has worked tirelessly as the director of Indigenous initiatives and reconciliation and he will be ensuring Indigenous voices are represented at the highest levels of the university's governance structure.

CONGRATULATIONS SYETA'XTN

HELP SUPPORT FOOD SECURITY ON CAMPUS

Donations of non-perishable foods will help support community members at the SFU Food Pantry. Please find donation bins at Mackenzie Cafe, Starbucks (West Mall Centre and Cornerstone branches), Renaissance Coffee and the Dining Commons until December 6.

IT'S GIVING SEASON

FEATURE EVENT

INFECTIOUS INSIGHTS: DATA, MATHEMATICS AND PREVENTING THE NEXT PANDEMIC

November 29 | Hosted by Public Square

How do mathematics and data intersect with preventing the next pandemic? Why does the world need public data about infectious diseases and their evolution? Caroline Colijn will answer these questions at the next President’s Faculty Lecture.

RESERVE NOW

ENGAGING STUDENTS ONLINE

November 30 | Hosted by Centre for Educational Excellence

It is important to consider instructional strategies and techniques that enhance the learning experience and promote meaningful engagement. In this workshop, explore the transition from teaching to facilitating online.