RETURN TO CAMPUS

B.C. VACCINE CARD

Following the direction of B.C. Public Health, proof of vaccination using the B.C. Vaccine Card is required to access certain non-essential activities, events and businesses at SFU.

SFU AND TECK BRING ANTI-MICROBIAL COPPER PATCHES TO HIGH-TOUCH CAMPUS SURFACES

Have you noticed that doors and other high-touch surfaces around SFU have a new back-to-school look? SFU and Teck Resources are installing hundreds of copper patches on doors, railings and other high-touch points on all three campuses to add an extra layer of protection against germs.

DISCOVER THE SURFACES

REMINDER: COMPLETE YOUR VACCINE DECLARATION

SFU community members need to submit their vaccine declarations by Monday, September 20. The process is for all students, faculty and staff. It is confidential and only takes a few minutes to complete.

VACCINE POP-UP CLINICS AT SFU CAMPUSES

Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is the best thing that you can do to help protect yourself and your loved ones. Check out the list of pop-up vaccination clinics, open to anyone 12+. No appointment or personal health number necessary.

WELCOME BACK TO CAMPUS

Last week, SFU welcomed students, staff and faculty back to its three campuses for the university’s first, primarily in-person semester since the start of spring 2020.

While enrolment figures are to be finalized later this month, both domestic and international student numbers are expected to be on par with the previous year. Learn more about the transition process, class changes and the latest improvements completed around campus.

TERRY FOX AWARD WINNER OVERCOMES ADVERSITY AND EMBRACES UNIQUE EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY

Lisa Cao, a psychology student has a remarkable life story of resilience and overcoming adversity. Along with her studies and engaging in research, Lisa is also passionate about advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in neuroscience. She wants to pave the way for more gender and racial minorities facing socioeconomic barriers in academia.

During Sept. 20-24, please consider walking, riding, running or wheeling in your community to honour Terry Fox and celebrate his legacy. See what is planned, virtually, at SFU.

MEET LISA

DAVID SUZUKI RECEIVES 2021 THAKORE VISITING SCHOLAR AWARD

David Suzuki, famed Canadian scientist, broadcaster, author, activist and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation, is this year’s Thakore Visiting Scholar Award recipient. Awarded annually at SFU, it honours individuals who have devoted their lives to creativity, commitment and a deep concern for truth in public life.

UK BIOBANK DATA ADVANCES HUMAN GENETICS

Are you curious about how your genetics affect your health?

So is SFU statistics professor Lloyd Elliott. Thanks to the vast amount of health info in the UK Biobank, Elliott is using big data to understand the role of DNA in brain health and disease.

RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES

REMINDER: JOIN US AT CONVOCATION FALL 2021

Convocation Fall 2021 is October 5-8, 2021 and staff and faculty are invited to attend.

The health and well-being of students, staff, faculty, guests and the university community is SFU’s top priority. All in-person attendees will be required to adhere to the provincial and convocation health and safety protocols including showing proof of vaccination, mandatory wearing of masks in all indoor common areas and registering to attend in-person.

A limited number of reserved seats are available to those celebrating the graduation of a relative or close friend. Reserved seating privileges are for SFU staff and faculty and are non-transferable. Registration closes on September 21.

Ceremonies will also be broadcast live on the convocation website and available to view on demand afterwards.

CALL OUT FOR CONVOCATION ASSISTANCE

You are invited to assist with preparing, hooding and pinning regalia in an outdoor location, and you can choose which ceremonies you wish to volunteer for. All attendees will be required to follow provincial and university event safety protocols.

CAST YOUR VOTE ON SEPTEMBER 20

If you haven't already, you are encouraged to vote in the federal election on Monday, September 20.

Under Section 132(1) of the Canada Elections Act, every employee who is eligible to vote is entitled to have three consecutive hours* free from work during the hours that polls are open on polling day. Please discuss arrangements with your supervisor. This applies only to employees who are Canadian citizens and at least 18 years old and scheduled to work on the day of the election.

*Please refer to Article 39 of the CUPE Collective Agreement for applicable voting provisions for eligible continuing CUPE employees.

TEMPORARY SCIENCE ROAD INTERRUPTION

On Saturday, September 18, the section of Science Road between Chemistry and Biology will be temporarily closed. Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians will be detoured.

SWEAT AND SAVE WITH THE SFU RECREATION APP

SFU Recreation continues to offer all of its health and fitness programs from its new website SFURec.ca. For quick and easy access to all programs, download the SFU Rec app. Grab it today and receive a promo code for 30% off registration fees.

FEATURE EVENT

September 18 | Hosted by SFU Athletics & Recreation

BE IN THE STANDS FOR THE FOOTBALL HOME OPENER

Watch the football home opener at the new SFU Stadium at Terry Fox Field. Enjoy spectacular sightlines, comfortable seats, licensed seating and family areas for an exceptional fan experience. Admission and parking are free for SFU staff with valid SFU ID.

The health and well-being of students, staff, guests and the university community is SFU’s top priority. All attendees will be required to follow provincial and university event safety protocols. All visitors will need to disclose their vaccination status on SFU Thrive.

September 21 & 22 | Hosted by Homewood Health

COVID-19: TRANSITION AND CHANGE

Our lives have changed in many unexpected ways within the last two years. Living through the pandemic has brought change personally, socially and professionally.

Tune into the webinar and explore different change management styles to assist in navigating forward following the pandemic. Save your spot for either September 21 or September 22.