Faculty of Arts + Social Sciences

" I always try my best to make myself available to other students for support. I try to...

" Broadly, my research asks how we come to make sense of living with a sense of crisis. I...

"  I am curious about the qualities, metaphors, and capacities humans allow and refuse of...

" The Sociology & Anthropology department at SFU has always felt like home. Having...

" My work in both research and teaching at SFU has been invaluable for a future career in...

" When I first started at SFU for my Master's, I planned on only studying terrorism, but my...

" After my undergraduate degree in psychology, I knew I wanted to pursue graduate studies in...

" The lab is incredibly productive, with many projects occurring simultaneously. I am involved...

" In the Honours program, I developed an appreciation for the research process. I enjoyed...

" I chose to come to SFU because of the university’s commitment to research and...

" I study how urbanization and land use decisions impact how natural hazards are experienced...

" My current research revolves around artwork created in early modern England that has been...

" My various interests include the environment and foreign policy, and I am motivated to...

" SFU's location is hard to beat. The Canadian West Coast is beautiful with great...

"  SFU was also appealing because the psychology department provided access to...

"  From the first lecture, I knew that this was a topic that I had to continue to study....

"  Broadly, I am interested in studying the ways in which state funding impacts the...

"  In truth, I’m addicted to those “aha” moments, and knowing that there will always be...

" The International Studies (IS) department has an incredibly helpful faculty with a diverse...

"   chose to complete her graduate studies at SFU due to the exceptional faculty...

"  I chose SFU, particularly the Urban Studies Program, because of its demonstrated...

"  The English department has many incredible faculty members who spark my curiosity and...

"The most valuable lesson I have learned during my time in graduate school is the importance...

" It's where I plan on staying and, potentially, marginally improving. SFU was my first...

"After completing my honours thesis on face matching and prospective person memory with Dr....

"I chose SFU because of its outstanding reputation for criminological research and innovation....

"My goal is to study interviewing techniques for child witnesses, and combat issues with false...

"I am interested in exploring how elected officials represent the interests of groups...

"SFU is one of few institutions in Canada to offer graduate-level training in neuropsychology....

"I was excited to join SFU and the Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies department as a...

"I enjoy learning from all of the very knowledgeable and engaging faculty here at SFU....

"Shawna is a motivated, ambitious, and incredibly impressive up-and-coming scholar. Even at...

"I strongly believe that research enables opportunities to reform Canada’s criminal justice...

"Samantha is a top academic with already and extremely impressive publication record. She is...

"One of the things I love most about anthropology, is how it is used as a framework to explore...

"Shreemouna enjoys and appreciates the opportunity to develop theoretical knowledge on topics...

"I have been fortunate to receive a SSHRC Canada Graduate Scholarship and the British Columbia...

"I use noninvasive recordings of brain electricity to study the neuro-cognitive processes by...

"I decided that pursuing the next stage of my academic journey at SFU allows me to chase my...

"As the top criminology school in the western hemisphere, the School of Criminology has...

"SFU is one of Canada’s leading research-oriented Universities. This is especially true for...

"The History Department at SFU was extremely forthcoming about their interest in my research,...

"Yaser Nozari, or Yano as we call him, arrived into the MATE graduate program in the...

"I chose SFU to complete my undergraduate degrees in anthropology and communications because I...

"The masters program in philosophy at SFU is one of the most well-recognized programs in the...

"The Master of Public Policy program has a great reputation. I was attracted to the program’s...

"Many of my values and future goals align with SFU's mission and culture. SFU is deeply...

"I chose to come to SFU because its Master of Public Policy program offered everything I was...

"I chose to come to SFU because the public policy program here is not only well regarded, but...

"The School of Public Policy is so well respected in Canada. [It] has an incredible faculty...

"I did my Bachelor's at SFU!  The experience left a lasting impression on me; not only...

"I was drawn to SFU’s Master of Public Policy because I liked the practical components of the...

"I really appreciate the supportive and fun community that we have in the social area. I am...

"I came to SFU because I loved the scientist-practitioner model of the clinical psychology...

"SFU's department of Economics is one of the top-5 economics departments in Canada. I chose to...

"I chose SFU for its institutional and archival resources, enthusiastic and supportive...

"I came to SFU partially because of personal connections to the city, partially because I felt...

"SFU has a reputation for being a radical think-tank. The 1970s were a radical time generally,...

"I did a lot of research before making my decision and I found that SFU’s program has...

"I chose to come to SFU primarily because of the structure of the Master of Public Policy...

"I chose SFU due to the program's excellent reputation and the opportunity to complete a co-op...

"I chose to attend SFU because of its reputation as an engaging university that provides lots...

" I have sought to explore new and diverse literatures and acquire new ideas to share...

"Coming to SFU was a dream of mine. I remember learning about their criminology program and...

"I choose the Master of Public Policy program for a number of reasons including, that it...

"Steff is a true shining star. They are a pleasure to work with and already have a very...

"Oreofe is as amazing as she is astute.  She is passionate about issues of women and...

"I chose to enroll as a PhD student at SFU so that I could continue working alongside my...

"I came to SFU because I wanted to get into linguistic research. Additionally, I was...

"I chose to come to SFU because of the student-centred focus of the MAIS program, the small...

"I chose SFU due to recommendations from people I knew who had attended in the past, the...

"SFU has one of the most well-ranked terminal MA programs of philosophy in North America with...

"It has been a delight to witness the drive, relentless talent and intelligence, and good will...

"I was relieved to find a master's degree in International Studies at SFU that aligned with my...

"Apart from the unadulterated natural beauty that the SFU Burnaby campus has to offer, SFU has...

"The urban studies program was the best option I found. The program had a great faculty with...

"I chose to come to SFU because of the amazing Indigenous Studies department and all of the...

"I was drawn to the forensic program [at SFU] as it is one of the few graduate programs in...

"I decided to apply for the MA program in History at SFU because SFU has a vigorous program in...

"I'm enjoying working as a TA/TM in Labour Studies and reading the students' perspectives on...

"I enjoy the capabilities of the SNF Centre for Hellenic Studies in inviting world renowned...

"SFU is amongst the list of top high-ranked universities in Canada and around the world,...

"The instructors in my Department are excellent. The camaraderie as well is so...

"I have been incredibly fortunate in my supervision and mentorship experiences at Simon Fraser...

"I learned about the part-time Graduate Liberal Studies program at SFU, and decided it would...

"Marissa Traversa is a scholar and accomplice who prioritizes JEDI (Justice, Equity,...

"Ranjani is dedicated, curious and resourceful without ever loosing her...

"The School of Public Policy offers extremely practical courses, which have allowed me to...

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"My supervisor's research interest was the primary factor in my decision to come to SFU....

I particularly enjoy "the open-mindedness of my research community members and all the...

"I'm really enjoying the opportunity to dive into a research topic that I'm passionate about....

"The diversity  and richness of the course topics within the political science program...

"It's still considered the foremost hub in the world for forensic psychology and, especially,...

"I liked the possibility of being affiliated with the SNF Centre for Hellenic Studies which,...

"SFU's Public Policy program checked all the boxes for me: I really liked the idea of being...

"Payten is an exceptional student as well as an amazing person. She is an...

" I was highly impressed by the abundant infrastructure of the Gerontology department,...

"I like the facilities provided by SFU (the library) and the knowledgeable teachers at the...

"I am enjoying getting to know the intelligent and dedicated people in SFU's English...

"I chose SFU mainly for my supervisor and funding opportunities. The location, faculty, and...

"I am deeply appreciative of the depth of expertise in SFU's political science department,...

"I am really enjoying engaging in research opportunities through various projects and working...

"SFU’s Master’s program in philosophy is pretty well regarded as one of the best terminal MA...

"Saba Pakdel is a brilliant and passionate researcher, unlocking new understandings of the...

"Since I first met Dr. Yifan Shi, he has revealed himself to be curious, critical, and...

I am a PhD student in the Clinical Psychology program at SFU. I am particularly interested in the...

"The diversity and opportunity of research led me to choose SFU."

"I knew SFU had a great [Criminology] program and the rest is history."

"[Y]ou will have the opportunity to attend classes with students from different cultures and...

"Good reputation in the economics department. And we have a strong faculty."

"Having completed my Bachelors of Education at SFU, and the reputation of the History...

"I am really enjoying the passion that comes from my courses, peers, and supervisors."

I am a firm believer that compassion can guide the world though insurmountable challenges.

"I chose SFU and, specifically, GSWS because I was keen to work with Dr. Coleman Nye, a...

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"I have enjoyed the intimate work environment of the campus and the support from my colleagues...

"My program provides a safe learning and working environment. I was surrounded by very...

"I am excited to undertake [the] demanding curriculum, with a faculty staffed with experts and...

I was born in Bethlehem, Palestine, and then immigrated to Canada at five years old. Since then, my...

"The Clinical Psychology program at SFU has a stellar reputation among the other programs in...

"I chose to come to SFU for the diverse opportunities at the psychology department."

"It is in failure that I always find myself a winner. This is my strategy in life, and this is...

"I really appreciate the positive and supportive learning environment, as well as the...

"Many of our projects are driven by the motivation to make the world a more just place for...

"The English PhD offers the flexibility to pursue a variety of complex research topics with...

"I chose to come to SFU because of the amazing Forensic Psychology program. I am also from the...

"My primary research interest is in socio-legal studies, specifically looking at the...

"My passion specifically lies in exploring the experiences, emotions, remembrances and...

"I am originally an island girl, from Victoria, and grew up with a great love for exploration,...

"Having been inspired by some of my favourite video games, I set out to learn just what makes...

"I am particularly enjoying discussing theory and methods with other graduate students in and...

"I grew up in the Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia and completed a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in...

"I am very grateful for the excellent mentorship that I have received in both research and...

"Every day brings new challenges, but I am grateful for the endlessly fascinating new skills...

"When you start to study something deeply, it can be difficult to find people to talk to about...

"Tiara Cash is an outstanding scholar committed to understanding how people navigate life...

"I love traveling for research and to conferences. Mostly, I love the close connections I've...

"I enjoy exploring individuals' behavior interaction in both computational and experimental...