FIVE TIPS FOR WINTER DRIVING |
Although Burnaby campus roads are constantly monitored for snow and ice by SFU Facilities, winter conditions can cause a stressful commute for those driving. Ensure your vehicle has winter-rated tires and that you carry an emergency kit. Here are some helpful tips to make sure your car is ready for any travel to campus this winter. |
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SFU SEEKING INDIGENOUS INPUT ON PROPOSED MEDICAL SCHOOL |
SFU is engaging the internal community on a new approach to medical education in B.C.—one that focuses on community-embedded, socially accountable and culturally relevant health care that meets the needs of Indigenous communities across the province, as well as diverse, underserved and historically marginalized populations in the Fraser Health region.
The programming will embed Indigenous ways of knowing and being, while teaching cultural safety and humility. This approach will be a key step in addressing the anti-Indigenous racism and discrimination outlined in the In Plain Sight report, tackling inequities and transforming health care. Indigenous students, faculty and staff at SFU are invited to an information session and discussion on the early planning for the proposed school.
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STUDENT AWARD BOOSTS CONFIDENCE AND INSPIRES DREAMS OF YOUNG LEADER |
Fourth-year economics student Swetal Patel—a self-described "non-extraordinary" student—is everything but. Patel is a recipient of the Pamela Yoon Award in Economics, a generous gift established to recognize persistence in academics and charitable interests.
Read more about her thoughts on education, fiscal responsibility and the importance of giving back in building a sustainable future.
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MELTING GLACIERS COULD PRODUCE NEW PACIFIC SALMON HABITAT |
A study led by SFU researchers has found that the retreat of glaciers in the Pacific mountains of western North America could produce more than 6,000 kilometres of potential new Pacific salmon habitat by the year 2100.
"If we want to protect salmon futures, this information should inform environmental decision-making and habitat protection," says SFU biology professor Jonathan Moore.
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WINTER BREAK REMINDER: MAKE THAT LIST AND CHECK IT TWICE |
Before you head off for the winter break, be sure to review this handy list of everything you can do to keep our campus and community safe. Set your reminders to secure items in your workspace, turn off office lights and more. |
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Buses en route to SFU can be subject to mechanical difficulties and long lineups, resulting in delays for those who commute to campus. A gondola to SFU will reduce these delays and create a simpler, more reliable way to reach campus. Make your voice heard and help bring a gondola to SFU. |
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SFU faculties and departments can now take advantage of new funding opportunities to hire students for Spring 2022.
Visit HireSFU to learn more about funding options, remote work tips and flexible measures for co-op.
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THE WHAT'S ON NEWSLETTER IS TAKING A WINTER BREAK |
Please note that the last What's On newsletter of 2021 will be delivered to you on Tuesday, December 21. Submissions for the final edition will be accepted until 9 a.m. on Friday, December 16. |
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December 15 | Hosted by SFU School of Interactive Arts and Technology |
JOIN SFU SIAT FOR A VIRTUAL POETRY READING |
Tune into Poets Corner on Wednesday, December 15 at 7:30 p.m. for a live, virtual reading featuring Wendy Donawa and Chantal Gibson. |
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