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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CITY OF BURNABY COMMITS $5M TO FIRST PEOPLES' GATHERING HOUSE AT SFU |
The new funding demonstrates the City’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, by working with Indigenous peoples to build and improve relationships between non-Indigenous and Indigenous communities.
Being built on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) nations on which SFU is located, with the support of Host Nations, the First Peoples’ Gathering House will provide a culturally appropriate ceremonial space for Indigenous cultural events, and enable the university and broader communities to gain a deeper understanding of Indigenous peoples through education and engagement.
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SFU AND UVIC JOIN FORCES TO STUDY CLIMATE SOLUTIONS FOR RURAL, REMOTE AND INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES |
An interdisciplinary team from SFU, the University of Victoria and partner organizations will use $1 million from the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions to study climate solutions for rural, remote and Indigenous communities in B.C.
Together, the partners will determine what policies and innovations in housing practices and technical safety are needed to enable communities outside major urban centres to create low-carbon resilience, reducing both their carbon footprint and their vulnerability to the impacts of climate change.
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SFU PARTNERS WITH THE WORLD'S TOP AGRITECH UNIVERSITY TO ACCELERATE INNOVATION |
During an innovation day event hosted by the B.C. Centre for Agritech Innovation in Surrey on April 19, SFU and Wageningen University & Research signed a Letter of Intent to collaborate on future research programs, share knowledge and spark innovation in the agritech field.
“I am excited about this partnership because SFU and Wageningen University & Research have a shared commitment to advancing knowledge and solutions to global challenges,” says SFU President Joy Johnson. “Together, we will tackle critical topics such as food production and climate change, and I look forward to seeing the results of our joint efforts in the years ahead.”
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FOR PEOPLE AND PLANET: Q&A WITH SFU'S CENTRAL SUSTAINABILITY TEAM |
Saturday, April 22 was Earth Day—and for SFU, Earth Day is every day. In this Q&A, Candace Ratelle Le Roy, executive director of SFU’s sustainability team, discusses how they support actions big and small across our communities, shares her hopes for the future and explains how SFU is taking action to address global challenges. If you are interested, the team can provide resources and support for actions that could make a difference. |
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CREATING SEAWEED SOLUTION TO OCEAN PLASTICS |
Coast Capital Venture Prize is SFU’s largest entrepreneurship competition open to the university community. This year’s competitors represented students, staff, faculty members and recent alumni from seven of SFU's eight faculties.
PhyCo Technologies, co-founded by SFU biology graduate student Ranah Chavoshi, has won the top prize in this year's competition. The company has partnered with local Indigenous communities to develop a bio-based plastic made from seaweed that can break down in a home compost in just four weeks.
The $10,000 cash award will be used to further develop this innovative product.
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RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES |
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Social media platforms change rapidly, which creates new risks to your privacy and personal information. Information Security Services share tips on how you can protect your valuable information from cybercriminals, scams and phishing attempts. |
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Friendly reminder that we work, learn and live with wildlife on the Burnaby campus. In recent days, there has been an increase in bear sightings on University Drive East, near the North Parking Lot. Please ensure you are aware of your surroundings and call Campus Public Safety at 778.782.4500 if you see wildlife. |
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PLACE BOOK REQUESTS FOR BENNETT LIBRARY'S 5TH FLOOR |
This space, located at SFU's Burnaby campus, 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 until April 30. |
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May 3 | Hosted by SFU Public Square |
SFU Public Square has a new and exciting event series, Deep Dives. For their first installment, they are asking “Why is #MentalHealth Trending?”
This event will explore the rising demand for mental health support, the driving force behind this surge and the role that social media plays in discussions on mental health. This event brings together panelists and the audience to explore these questions and they want to hear your thoughts.
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2023 SFU SYMPOSIUM: BELONGING AND INCLUSION IN OUR CLASSROOMS |
May 15 | Hosted by Centre for Educational Excellence |
Join your colleagues at the Vancouver campus or online for a day of connection, conversation and learning. At this year's Symposium on Teaching and Learning, instructors from across SFU will share how they are applying anti-racist, linguistically responsive and neurodiverse-aware teaching practices to create inclusive online learning spaces. |
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