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Back to School with the Faculty of Education

September 05, 2023

Whether you're a returning student or joining us for the very first time, we are thrilled to have you as part of our academic community! We invite you to make the most out of your academic experience. Stay tuned for stories, events, and more!

A MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN OF FACULTY OF EDUCATION:

Navigating University Life and Maximizing the Undergrad Student Experience

Tips and recommendations from Sarah Lison, an Education Advisor. 

Balancing Work-Study-Life at SFU as a Faculty of Education Student

“How do I strike a balance between studying, working (part-time or full-time) while still having time for my friends, family, and self? What do I do if I’m struggling?”

Mentorship and Metamorphosis: Amanda Bird's Path to Counselling Psychology

Graduate student Amanda Bird shares the pivotal role of mentorship in shaping her future academic pursuits and her goals for her master's program.

Education Resources

Talk to an Advisor

Advisor Link is the one-stop shop for Undergraduate academic advising.

Current undergraduate students can view their advisors' availabilities and book appointments directly with advisors within Advisor Link.

Visit the Learning Hub

The Learning Hub (EDB 8620) is an open learning space for all Education students  to do independent work or casual connecting. 

Visit the Research Hub

The Research Hub space is open and available to all graduate students in Education to support you in your research journey. We have working spaces for focused individual work as well as open spaces that encourage small and larger group collaborations and discussions.

Get Involved

Campus Opportunities (MyInvolvement) 

myInvolvement is an online platform that students can access to apply for volunteer and paid positions on campus, and sign-up for career and leadership development programs and workshops. 

For more details and to register, click here

Community Engagement Centre (SFU Surrey) 

The SFU Surrey - TD Community Engagement Centre (SFU CEC) is home to more than 30 programs and events that focus on supporting children, youth and families and Newcomers to Canada.

Take a look at their current volunteer opportunities and apply here or visit their Instagram.

Education Student Association

The Education Student Association (ESA) is the department union for all Education students at SFU.

Visit the ESA website for more information about the association, to access teaching resources, and register for upcoming events.

You can also connect with them on Facebook and Instagram

Empower MEdia: School's Out - Digital Literacy Mentor
(In-Person)

Make a POSITIVE digital footprint by empowering children with the skills to become lifelong digital citizens. “Empower MEdia”, an after-school program focusing on digital citizenship for kids in grades 5-7. This no-cost after-school program will run twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, at Betty Huff Elementary School between October 2023 – June 2024. 

The SFU Surrey - TD Community Engagement Centre (SFU CEC) is looking for self-motivated volunteers to help implement this program, mentor the participants and create a safe and positive environment for the participants to learn, connect and have fun! 

Learn more about this opportunity here.
Deadline to apply: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 | 11:59 PM

Friends of Simon

Friends of Simon is an award-winning program that recruits, prepares, and assigns university students as literacy tutors in the Lower Mainland, particularly with newcomer K-12 students.

As a Friends of Simon tutor, you'll serve in multicultural settings and contribute to the school success of newcomers to Canada. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors, tutors earn hourly wages that help them with their own university expenses.

Learn more about the program and connect with Friends of Simon on Instagram.

Stay Connected

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Share your Excitement. Flaunt your Achievements. Unleash your Inner Educator! We invite you throughout your studies to share your experiences and journey with us. Learn more and share.

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