SFU events, important dates and invitations
The following message is from SFU Public Affairs/Media Relations. For the month of November, please submit any ideas for consideration to vaa5@sfu.ca.
With weather-watchers betting on the coldest and snowiest B.C. winter in decades, it’s time to think about winter travel on Burnaby Mountain.
SFU’s safety and emergency teams have two key messages:
• Don’t even think of driving on Burnaby Mountain in winter without good snow tires.
• Check the weather forecasts and SFU’s Road Conditions before you head for the mountain.
(For road conditions, check http://www.sfu.ca/security/sfuroadconditions or call 604.444.4929.)
You'll find much more info on SFU's severe-weather plans, and winter driving tips, at http://www.sfu.ca/sfunews/news/think-snow.shtml
Nov. 1-19
11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Microcomputer Store Sale
The SFU Microcomputer Store liquidation sale continues this week from 11a.m. –3 p.m. All remaining inventory further reduced by up to 70%. New products have been added, including technology equipment, accessories, bookcases, and tables. Everything must go! Meanwhile, check out the new Tech Shop in the Burnaby Bookstore for computer and related needs. (Though everything is closed on Thursday, Remembrance Day.)
Mon., Nov. 8
12:30–1:30 pm
SFU Burnaby-Convocation Mall
Non-Violence Day
Everyone welcome. Info: 778.782.3180
Mon., Nov. 8
7 p.m.
Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby
Is B.C. the greatest place on earth?
If, so who deserves the bragging rights? With moderator Randall Mackinnon.
Admission is $5. Refreshments available.
www.philosopherscafe.net
Tues., Nov.9
11:30 a.m.
SFU Burnaby-Academic Quadrangle, rm 6229
A ‘Washing Blow’: The Military and Political Significance of the Attack on the Asopos Viaduct in June 1943
Student Colloquium with Denis Smyth, Professor of History at University of Toronto
Free. Limited seating. Please register by emailing hellenic@sfu.ca or 778.782.8466.
Tues., Nov. 9
12:05 p.m. and 12:35 p.m.
SFU Burnaby-SFU Gallery, Academic Quadrangle, rm 3004
Running the Numbers: An American Self-Portrait
Lunchtime talk on the exhibition.
www.sfu.ca/gallery
Tues., Nov.9
1 p.m.
SFU Burnaby-Academic Quadrangle, rm 6204
Assessing Strategic Deception: The Evidence from Greece and the Mediterranean in 1943
Graduate-Faculty Colloquium with Denis Smyth, Professor of History at University of Toronto
Free. Limited seating. Please register by emailing hellenic@sfu.ca or 778.782.8466.
Tues., Nov. 9
6–8 p.m.
SFU Vancouver-Harbour Centre, Fletcher Challenge Canada Theatre
Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) Event
Leading Chinese environmental activist and journalist, Dai Qing will speak about China’s water crisis: Beijing’s crippling water shortage and the unfolding tragedy of the Three Gorges Dam. Live Webcast: http://www.pics.uvic.ca/broadcast.php
More information, please visit our website at: http://www.pics.uvic.ca/events.php
Tues., Nov. 9
7 p.m.
SFU Vancouver-Harbour Centre, Terasen Room 1800
Art, Science and Creativity: Common Threads and Unique Expressions
Panel discussion and dialogue with Gail Lotenberg, Nadia Chaney, Lee Gass, Sonnet L'Abbé, and moderated by Mark Winston, Academic Director and Fellow, Centre for Dialogue
There is no charge but seating is limited, so please RSVP online.
Wed., Nov. 10
12:05 p.m. and 12:35 p.m.
SFU Burnaby-SFU Gallery, Academic Quadrangle, rm 3004
Running the Numbers: An American Self-Portrait
Lunchtime talk on the exhibition.
www.sfu.ca/gallery
Wed., Nov. 10
3:30 p.m.
SFU Burnaby-South Science Building, rm 7172
Expansion of the Genetic Alphabet
With Dr. Floyd Romesberg, The Scripps Research Institute
Hosted by: Dr. Dipankar Sen
Wed., Nov. 10
5:30–6:30 p.m.
SFU Vancouver- Harbour Centre, rm 1510
Program: Educational Leadership, Post-Secondary
Please RSVP: cgp-rsvp@sfu.ca
http://www.educ.sfu.ca/gradprogs/masters/community/InformationSessions.html
Wed., Nov. 10
7 p.m.
White Rock Central Library, 15342 Buena Vista Dr., White Rock
Can religion explain the existence of suffering?
Is it a problem for God to be both benevolent and omnipotent?
Admission by donation. With moderator Charles Marzer.
www.philosopherscafe.net
Thurs., Nov. 11
5 p.m.
SFU Vancouver-Harbour Centre, Labatt Hall
From Swan Song to Siren Song: British Deception, Greek Resistance and the Destruction of the Axis in 1943
Public Lecture by with Denis Smyth, Professor of History at University of Toronto, held in cooperation with the Winston Churchill Society
Free. Limited seating. Please register by emailing hellenic@sfu.ca or 778.782.8466.
Thurs., Nov. 11
Remembrance Day-No classes. University offices closed.
Fri., Nov. 12
2:30 p.m.
SFU Burnaby-South Science Building, rm 7172
Molecular Biology & Biochemistry Seminar
A simple thermodynamic model of the liquid-ordered state and the interactions between phospholipids and cholesterol. With Dr. Paulo Almeida
Fri., Nov. 12
6–10 p.m.
Vancouver Lookout, 555 West Hastings
Halala - The Masquerade Wine and Cheese Silent Auction Fundraiser for Engineers Without Borders SFU
Tickets: $40 - Includes elevator ride up to Vancouver Lookout Viewing Area, complimentary glass of wine, all food at event
Contact: Janine Reid, jnr1@sfu.ca
Website: http://sfu.ewb.ca/halala/
Fri., Nov. 12
6:30–8:30 p.m.
SFU Vancouver-Harbour Centre, rm 7000
Autumn Gem: An independent documentary film screening and forum
The David Lam Centre is pleased to host a screening of this independent documentary film on the life of Qiu Jin (1857–1907), writer, feminist and anti-Qing revolutionary. Following the film there will be discussion with the directors and Professor Shuyu Kong facilitated by the Director of the David Lam Centre, Professor Paul Crowe.
Light refreshments will be available.
Info: http://www.cic.sfu.ca/events.html#nov12
Nov.12-14
SFU Surrey-Westminster Savings Credit Union Theatre
CINESONIKA: The First International Film and Video Festival of Innovative Sound Design
This first annual festival will showcase international works of film and video with fascinating soundtracks, idiosyncratic sound design, eclectic scoring and innovative approaches to the sound-image relationship. These works will be screened in a one weekend festival which feature's one of the most advanced digital theatres in Canada, with 4K HD 3D capable digital projection utilizing a Lightyear Digital system.
Enter to win free passes at: http://www.cinesonika.com/pg.php?s=contest
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Veronica Aarstad
Office Administrator
Public Affairs and Media Relations
Simon Fraser University
Room 2200 Strand Hall
Phone: 778.782.3210
Email: veronica_aarstad@sfu.ca
Twitter: @vaarstad