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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INDIGENOUS STUDIES PROFESSOR RECEIVES B.C. RECONCILIATION AWARD |
Eldon Yellowhorn joined SFU in 2002 and has significantly impacted many lives by creating inclusive and welcoming communities. Yellowhorn was recently recognized for his outstanding contributions to furthering reconciliation with Indigenous peoples in B.C. In addition to his dedication to preserving the Blackfoot language, Yellowhorn is also exploring artificial intelligence to create language learning instruments that allow citizen linguists to participate actively in preserving it too. |
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CENTRE RENAMED IN HONOUR OF RETIRING DIRECTOR |
SFU's Centre for Education, Law and Society celebrated its 40th anniversary as the only endowed research centre in the Faculty of Education. Honouring retiring director Wanda Cassidy, the centre was renamed the Cassidy Centre for Educational Justice (CCEJ). Since January 2023, CCEJ continues to promote justice and equity through education, social awareness, institutional literacy and civic responsibility. |
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INCREASING ROLE OF SENIOR CENTRES FOR AGING CITIZENS |
A new study by SFU gerontology researchers finds that while senior centres play a crucial role in promoting aging citizens’ wellbeing, they also face challenges in ensuring they are well-positioned to meet the emerging needs of older adults. Their analysis of six independent, not-for-profit senior centres in Metro Vancouver showed that the capacity of senior centres would be enhanced through several measures. |
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EXPLORING THE HIDDEN HISTORY OF INDIGENOUS EXCHANGE IN ASIA |
Sociology and Anthropology professor Michael Hathaway is collaborating on the Transnationally Indigenous project, which explores the hidden legacy of a pivotal series of visits from all-Indigenous groups to China in the mid-1970s. By interviewing the B.C. First Nations delegates and their descendants, Hathaway has discovered important insights about historical and recent cross-national Indigenous diplomacy. |
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RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES |
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The Teaching Support Staff Union (TSSU) has announced two forms of strike action for Wednesday, July 19. Picket lines will take place at Surrey Campus, at both the Central City and Sustainable Energy Engineering buildings. The TSSU will also engage in a work stoppage for teaching activities by TSSU members across the university. The university has requested additional bargaining dates to continue making progress toward a negotiated settlement that meets the core needs of both parties and the sustainable and best interests of the entire SFU community. For more information about what to expect, visit the Collective Bargaining website. |
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The Provost's office has paused the search for a new Associate Vice-President, Learning and Teaching (AVPLT). This is to allow the incoming Provost, Dilson Rassier, time to determine the best course of action. Elizabeth Elle, the current AVPLT, will complete her term on August 31. Wade Parkhouse, the provost and vice-president academic, pro tem will appoint an acting AVPLT to serve temporarily until a decision is made in the fall. |
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SFU is looking for community members to guide accessibility and inclusion efforts across the university’s three campuses. Faculty, staff and students are invited to join the committee that will help the university identify, remove and prevent barriers to accessibility. |
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As part of IT Services' commitment to sustaining virtual collaboration options, work is underway to replace SFU Vault with OneDrive or MS Teams. You are encouraged to explore these secure platform options. |
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July 20 | Hosted by Centre for Educational Excellence |
Join presentation skills specialist Sanders Whiting in this two-hour workshop to learn how to overcome nerves, vocal shakiness and lack of confidence when presenting. Learn techniques for conveying your message with vocal power, increased calmness and a relaxed connection with your audience. Enrolment is limited to 12. |
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