Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside. |
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FREE TUTORING PROGRAM USES INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE TO PREPARE STUDENTS FOR UNIVERSITY |
For Todd Nelson (BSc, Hons., 2022), SFU provided a conduit to learn about his values as an Indigenous person. In his final year as a behavioural neuroscience student, Nelson enrolled in an Indigenous Studies course for personal enrichment and it lead to the creation of the Indigenous Tutoring & Mentoring Program (ITMP).
Inspired by his learning, with the help of Indigenous Studies professor Kicya7 Joyce Schneider, Todd has introduced Indigenous cultural safety training for all of ITMP’s volunteers. Now enrolled in SFU’s Professional Development Program, Todd recently organized a field trip to SFU’s Burnaby campus for ITMP’s students.
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FEMALE DUO RECEIVES TOP PRIZE AT CANADIAN ENGINEERING COMPETITION |
SFU Applied Science students Aru Bhola and Erin Flood outperformed 200 engineering students across Canada and were one of the few all-female teams.
In their first challenge, the team developed a conceptual design for a self-sufficient, off-the-grid tiny home that used minimal power, recycled water, passive heating and biodegradable insulation. In their second challenge, they designed an accessible playground for children who have Sanfilippo Syndrome — a rare genetic neurodegenerative disease.
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HAVING A BLAST THIS SPRING WITH THE SFU ROCKETRY CLUB |
Last month a group of SFU students conducted their first liquid rocket engine test, in accordance with all safety protocols, at SFU's Burnaby campus. Liquid rocket engines are similar to the ones used by NASA and SpaceX rockets and now the SFU Rocketry Club members hope to use the momentum to create more complex rocket engines.
“We calculated that the engine generated 2,400 Newtons of force - roughly equal to the force it would take to lift a grizzly bear...” says Elias Bircher, a fifth-year engineering physics student and the former SFU Rocketry President.
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SFU researchers are studying the genes of superbugs to aid in the development of new and effective treatments.
This collaboration between the Lee and Brinkman labs from the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry is part of the interdisciplinary SFU Omics Data Science Initiative (OSDI).
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RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES |
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NOMINATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AND COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP |
Nominations are now being accepted for the Chancellor’s Distinguished Service Award (CDSA) and President’s Distinguished Community Leadership Award (DCLA).
The CDSA recognizes and celebrates individuals and organizations for their outstanding commitment and service to the university. The President’s DCLA honours individuals or organizations for their distinguished contribution to public good within their community.
Award recipients are dedicated to SFU’s commitment to reconciliation, education, learning and growth—and creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive society for all.
Deadline to submit your nominations is Monday, May 22.
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CLOSURE NOTICE OF BENNETT LIBRARY'S 5TH FLOOR |
This space located at SFU's Burnaby campus library will be closed for approximately one year for necessary repairs. Visit the website to learn more about how the library is providing access to collections during the closure, including a request period, which is open now until April 30. |
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CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WITH FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT |
April 21 | Hosted by Faculty of Environment |
SFU’s Faculty of Environment invites staff, faculty, alumni and students to join for an afternoon of citizen science to inform stewardship of the Reed Point area.
Following a brief introductory talk on the history and importance of the area, participants will deploy scientific sampling equipment to complete a marine life inventory and microplastic assessment.
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