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The Faculty of Environment is one of only a handful of interdisciplinary environmental faculties in Canada – and the only one in Western Canada focused on sustainability and sustainable development.

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GRAD STUDENT PROFILES

  • Rachel is Department of Geography doctoral in the Environment. Three keywords of research: carbon cycle, carbon dioxide removal, earth system modelling (NSERC Vanier)

  • Terri is a Department of Geography doctoral student in the Faculty of Environment. Three keywords of research: Regulating homeless encampments (SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships).

  • Heather is Resource and Environmental Management master student in the Environment. Three keywords of research: Food systems planning, Short food supply chains, Values-based supply chains (SSHRC CGSM)

MAJOR AWARD + CONVOCATION MEDAL RECIPIENTS

  • "I applied for an MSc. in Geography working in the Climate Research Lab - this is where I fell...

  • "I am also inspired by a group of community activists and their members who welcomed me into...

  • "The REM program's interdisciplinarity was one reason I came to SFU. I enjoy learning about...

  • "I knew I was interesting in planning, and SFU's Resource and Environmental Management (REM)...

  • "This initial fascination led me to pursue a certificate in GIS, a choice that further...

  • "I am also inspired to continue in archaeology because of the opportunities it presents for...

  • "I was also drawn to the Department of Geography because of my interest in community-based...

  • "I appreciate the interdisciplinary nature of the REM program, as it provides unique insights...

  • "When looking into graduate studies, SFU was an obvious choice for me. I was blown away by the...

  • " I knew I wanted to study with a political ecologist who investigated how power...

  • "when it came to choosing a school for graduate studies, it was evident that SFU was the place...

  • "I have enjoyed collaborating with professors and graduate students both in the Department of...

  • "I am curious how diverse community voices are included and valued in city-led coastal...

  • "I strive to develop a wide base of understanding in order to effectively perform within my...

  • "I was drawn to SFU after discovering the interdisciplinary approach that REM applies to...

  • "I have enjoyed the ability to pursue my niche interests and the opportunity to encourage an...

  • "I chose SFU in order to work with Dr. Andréanne Doyon and because REM's interdisciplinary...

  • "It is such a pleasure to share ideas and space with folks at SFU, particularly when doing...

  • "I chose to come to SFU because I was excited about my supervisor's research. I love all of...

  • "I chose the MRM program because of its interdisciplinary nature. I am inspired everyday by...

  • "I had heard of the School of Resource and Environmental Management for a long time (even from...

  • "Hafsa is a proven leader in the field of sustainability and is bringing all of her expertise...

  • "I liked how the archaeology department appeared to value the importance of Indigenous...

  • "I heard about the MRM program at SFU from multiple people that praised the program for its...

  • "The best part of my research at SFU is the sense of community at the Geography department...

  • "I simply wanted to work with my supervisor. That and facilities such as the Centre for...

  • "I've had the experience I think every nerd hopes for in pursuing a doctorate - of sitting...

  • "The REM program’s diverse areas of expertise and recognition as an excellent graduate program...

  • "Alex is a dedicated young scientist who is passionate about his doctoral research work...

  • "SFU was an easy choice for me, because it is the only school in BC that offers a program like...

  • "I chose SFU to challenge my understanding of science. The REM program emphasizes how...

  • "I really like SFU's multicultural and academically-stimulating environment, but above all, I...

  • "I enjoy the opportunity to network with professors and other experts in my field who are...

  • "I chose to come to SFU because it was the only dedicated Archaeology program in Western...

  • "I came to SFU because I wanted to learn from Dr. Frank Gobas, an expert in environmental...

  • "I have found the professors to be very warm, engaged and supportive, and it has made my...

  • "I decided to apply here because of the amazing ancient DNA lab. In addition, I was...

  • "SFU’s School of Resource and Environmental Management has an exceptional reputation for...

  • "Throughout the challenges of starting grad school, online, in a global pandemic, my...

  • "I chose SFU because of its esteemed reputation as a community-involved institution, and...

  • "Major factors that influenced my decision to come to SFU and REM is their commitment to...

  • "I am really enjoying the amount of time that I have been able to spend doing fieldwork along...

  • "I explore how Canadians might use new transport technologies, like electric and self-driving...

  • "SFU Avalanche Research Program (SARP) conducts cutting-edge interdisciplinary studies...

  • I am further inspired by the profound and vast amount of Indigenous scholarship on de-colonizing...

  • "I love that human geography affords me the space to include my passions, skills and training...

  • "I've enjoyed the connections I've made through REM, and the various communities that I've...

  • "Managing water is a thorny pursuit. We use water in a lot of different ways and those uses...

  • "I am a PhD Candidate at SFU’s School of Resource and Environmental Management (REM) and a...

  • "I feel incredibly fortunate to finally do a Ph.D. focusing on Forensic Anthropology, which is...

  • "I am an American from Toledo, Ohio.  I like glaciers, rocks, and mountains, two of which...

  • "I hope to apply archaeological practices to help with the conservation of endangered...

  • "I am a coastal ecologist who was raised on the prairies, a third generation settler Canadian,...

  • "I am deeply grateful for the supportive and compassionate approaches and relationships I have...

  • "I am grateful for the very supportive community of graduate students, faculty, and staff. I...

  • "Babak has been great to work with as an MSc student and his committee and I, as...