Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside. |
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Many SFU students will soon be looking for a place to live for the Spring term. We know it’s not an easy task so we hope our community might be able to help them. If you have a suite for rent, SFU has developed an easy way to connect you with SFU students looking for a place to live. Visit the Off-Campus Housing webpage to find out how to list your rental with Places4Students. |
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PHOTOGRAPH-BASED STORYTELLING CONNECTS HOLOCAUST AND NAKBA |
In her recent book, SFU postdoctoral fellow and Faculty of Communication Art and Technology lecturer Nawal Musleh-Motut helped Palestinians and Israelis connect the Holocaust and the Nakba via stories and photographs. Her unique approach challenges and disrupts longstanding narratives. |
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CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT |
Faculty of Science is proud to announce the 2023 recipients of the Excellence in Science Public Engagement and Outreach Awards. These annual awards recognize SFU faculty, staff and students who dedicate their time to communicating scientific research to the public and policymakers, through a diverse range of outreach activities. |
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RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES |
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UPDATES FROM BOARD AND SENATE MEETING |
To ensure that SFU employees are informed about the latest news at the university, messages from the President, Chair of the Board of Governors as well as Provost and Vice-President Academic are now available:
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GOSFU AND MYSCHEDULE MAINTENANCE |
Both services will be unavailable on October 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. due to required system maintenance. After access resumes, signing into goSFU may be slower than usual due to the high volume of users logging in. Please email its-help@sfu.ca for assistance if issues are experienced after the scheduled outage. To view updates during the outage, please follow SFU IT Services on Twitter. |
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY RECOGNIZING YOUR COLLEAGUE'S IMPACT |
SFU is grateful for the talented and dedicated staff members who work with partners across the university and beyond to make SFU a leading research university and advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. The deadline to nominate an outstanding SFU colleague has been extended to November 3. |
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STAY ROAD SAFE THIS SEASON |
November 1 | Hosted by Risk & Emergency Planning |
To prepare for winter weather conditions, attend WinterReady, a free event happening at Convocation Mall on Burnaby campus. Experts will share advice on general road safety, including tips for winter tires and emergency kit essentials. |
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ADVOCATING FOR DRUG USERS AND PROGRESSIVE APPROACHES TO DRUG POLICY |
November 21 | Hosted by Public Square |
A new date has been confirmed for the 2023 Sterling Prize Ceremony and Lecture that was originally scheduled in October. Those interested in attending, including those who previously registered for last month's event, are asked to register now. Please email psqevent@sfu.ca with any questions or to seek registration assistance. |
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