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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DANIELLE MURDOCH WINS 2022 EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AWARD |
SFU Criminology senior lecturer Danielle Murdoch is one of three educators to win this award in recognition of her educational leadership, commitment to excellence and extraordinary scholarly engagement in pedagogy.
Whether participating in professional development activities, conducting teaching and learning development grants or fostering relationships with educators that contribute to her growth as an instructor, Murdoch is always looking for ways to improve her practice.
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UNEARTHING THE ANCIENT FOSSIL PLANT HISTORY OF BURNABY MOUNTAIN |
New research led by SFU paleobotanist Rolf Mathewes provides clues about what plants existed in the Burnaby Mountain area 40 million years ago during the late Eocene, when the climate was much warmer than it is today. The results of their plant fossil analysis were recently published in the International Journal of Plant Sciences.
“These plant fossils tell us the climate was warm temperate to subtropical because of the presence of palms,” says Mathewes.
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USING SOCIAL MEDIA TO INCREASE RESEARCH IMPACT |
How can academics advance their field and mobilize knowledge to benefit society? SFU Beedie professor Ian McCarthy says academic openness is key to increasing impact and social media can help. |
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FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES CELEBRATES PAST YEAR'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS |
During a celebratory gathering at the Diamond Family Auditorium, faculty, staff and alumni from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) came together to reflect on a year of outstanding academic achievements, department highlights and public outreach.
New FASS Dean Laurel Weldon opened the event with warm words of welcome. The event reimagined the annual townhall meeting formerly known as FASSembly to focus on celebrating the past year’s accomplishments, starting with flash talks by new and newly-promoted faculty across a range of disciplines.
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RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES |
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Simon Fraser University is committed to becoming a living wage employer, and the university has worked tirelessly to negotiate a new collective agreement that pays TSSU members a living wage. Despite SFU’s continued efforts, TSSU has withdrawn from mediation at the BC Labour Relations Board. |
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REEL CAUSES: COEXTINCTION |
April 19 | Hosted by SFU’s Vancity Office of Community Engagement |
You're invited to the virtual screening of Coextinction, a documentary that takes audiences deep into the interconnected web of ecosystem collapse on the frontlines of the Pacific Northwest’s most pressing environmental threats.
After the mother orca Tahlequah carries her dead calf for 17 days, Indigenous leaders and scientists make a desperate attempt to save the last 73 Southern Resident orcas from extinction.
Following the virtual screening, there will be a panel and a Q&A discussion session.
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April 19 | Hosted by SFU Human Resources |
The world is up against a ticking clock to keep global warming below 1.5ᵒC. In the wake of much-needed systemic change, the question arises for many: "What can I do about it?"
As a member of the SFU community, you are in a unique position to engage and champion climate action at our institution. The course will provide you with a two-pronged approach to tackling the climate crisis.
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April 22 | Hosted by SFU First Nations, Métis and Inuit Student Association |
This inaugural traditional powwow celebrates the end of the school year and honours Indigenous students, past and present. By creating a positive space on campus for representation and community connection, this intertribal event will be an opportunity for everyone to participate, interact and learn more about the depth and beauty of Indigenous communities and cultures. |
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