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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USING THE BODY'S SMALLEST CLUES TO DETECT DISEASE |
SFU engineering science professor Michael Adachi and a multidisciplinary team from physics as well as biomedical physiology and kinesiology are collaborating to develop sensors that detect disease using cytokine biomarkers. Their work could lead to diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease, COVID-19 and other diseases at the earliest stages. |
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UPDATE ON TSSU STRIKE VOTE |
The Teaching Support Staff Union (TSSU) has conducted their strike vote and announced a vote outcome in favour of strike. It is important to note that the strike vote does not yet mean that TSSU is currently on strike. To move negotiations ahead productively, SFU has applied for mediation at the BC Labour Relations Board and will update the community on the results as it progresses. Read more in the latest Collective Bargaining update. |
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SFU ACCEPTS RETURN OF HONORARY DEGREE FROM MARY ELLEN TURPEL-LAFOND |
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THE POWER OF RECIPROCITY: A Q&A WITH IAN AND YVONNE REDDY |
A dynamic and philanthropic couple, Ian and Yvonne Reddy are passionate about making a positive impact in the world through education and environmental sustainability. For the past 25 years, they have lived in Silicon Valley, where Ian is a leader in the tech sector and Yvonne runs two businesses devoted to music education.
In addition to giving their time and energy to engage SFU’s alumni network throughout the Bay area, they have generously established two endowments at SFU to support first-generation university students and students committed to building a sustainable future.
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FOR BRIAN FRASER, TEACHING COMPUTING SCIENCE IS ALL ABOUT “STUDENT ENGAGEMENT” |
Computing science senior lecturer Brian Fraser is one of three extraordinary educators recognized with the 2022 SFU Excellence in Teaching Award. The award recognizes Fraser’s enthusiastic and innovative teaching, his ability to stimulate students to think creatively and critically as well as his demonstrated care for student learning. |
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PURCELL STRING QUARTET RECORDS COME TO SFU |
From 1972-1982, the Purcell String Quartet was the quartet-in-residence at SFU. They gave “peripatetic concerts” on campus, contributed to dance and theatre events, and worked with R. Murray Schafer and other local composers. And now, through the work of Frances Dodd, their records have been added to the Archives’ holdings and are available to anyone interested in an important chapter in the history of Canadian music. |
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RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES |
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: VISUAL EXPRESSIONS ON CONSTRUCTION |
SFU has started construction on the First Peoples’ Gathering House on Burnaby campus, located east of the Trottier Observatory.
To create a sense of excitement for this project and honour the knowledge, teachings and practices of Indigenous peoples, the university is looking to incorporate visual expressions based on the theme of Walking in Two Worlds.
The invitation for visual expressions is open to creations or collaborations by all self-identified Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) prospective students, current students and alumni.
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FINDING WORK: A TRANS POSITIVE GUIDE |
In celebration of the International Transgender Day of Visibility on Friday, SFU Career and Volunteer Services is launching Finding Work: A Trans Positive Guide. This guide aims to help trans people share their unique skills and knowledge by providing tailored advice specific to the wants and needs of trans students. |
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Expressions of interest are invited from SFU faculty and staff members who would like to serve on the Human Rights Policy Board. There are currently two vacancies, one for faculty and one for staff. If you are interested in contributing to collaborative work to advance equity in policy realms at SFU, please review the role and terms of reference on the Human Rights Policy Board website.
Submit your expression of interest to the Chair of the Human Rights Policy Board by Sunday, April 16.
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The Nora and Ted Sterling Prize in Support of Controversy looks for candidates who are doing work that challenges complacency. The award recipient is selected for decidedly unconventional and distinctly untraditional work that provokes a wide audience.
Nominations are being accepted until Friday, March 31.
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SKODEN INDIGENOUS FILM FESTIVAL |
March 31 & April 1 | Hosted by School for the Contemporary Arts and the Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology |
You’re invited to a two-day, student-led film festival that exclusively features Indigenous filmmakers and creatives from across Canada.
Skoden Indigenous Film Festival was founded on the principles of truth and reconciliation by Carr Sappier (Wolastoqew) and Grace Mathisen in 2019. It is organized and led by students from SFU’s School for the Contemporary Arts within the Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology.
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HELP SHAPE THE MEDICAL SCHOOL |
April 3 | Hosted by SFU Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue |
There are various ways to be involved in the creation of SFU's medical school.
April 3, 2023: 12:30-2:30 p.m. An in-person information session, with lunch, for Indigenous students, faculty and staff and those who support Indigenous communities. Hosted by Chris Lewis, Director, Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation and Kris Magnusson, Faculty of Education dean pro tem. Register.
You can also participate by completing a survey, which is open to all SFU students, faculty and staff.
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INCLUSIVE TEACHING THROUGH ACTIVE LEARNING |
April 6 | Hosted by Faculty of Science and co-sponsored by the Centre for Educational Excellence |
Join University of North Carolina professors Kelly Hogan and Viji Sathy for an interactive workshop on inclusive teaching techniques. Learn how to create more equitable classrooms and improve student experience through structured active learning. Reflect on diversity and inequities in your classrooms, explore inclusive-design frameworks and participate in hands-on activities and case studies. |
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