Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (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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FORMER NDP MP TO RECEIVE AN HONORARY DEGREE |
Svend Robinson is a renowned community leader, activist and one of the longest serving MPs in Canadian history. He will be presented with a Doctors of Laws degree, honoris causa at the convocation ceremony on June 6 at 2:30 p.m. Robinson is also a recipient of the Lambda Foundation's Award for Human Rights, Canadian Bar Association's Hero Award and Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee Medal. |
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CHIEF FACILITIES OFFICER IS GOING FISHING |
After an illustrious tenure serving SFU, chief facilities officer Larry Waddell is retiring on May 31, 2023. "The opportunity to work together, solve problems and bring dreams to reality at SFU for the past 15 plus years is what I will miss the most," he says. Waddell will now enjoy chasing his seven grandchildren and pursue his lifelong dream of catching the elusive steelhead trout in the Vedder River. |
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As the SFU community prepares to celebrate the graduation of our students, we will be sharing stories from various faculties in the next couple of weeks: |
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“I am passionate about science, but I always wanted to work in social justice,” says Simran Basra (BSc, 2023) of her decision to pursue a major in Biological Sciences and an extended minor in Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies. After graduation, she plans to pursue scientific research from a feminist, anti-colonial perspective. As a gay Punjabi woman, Basra’s time here at SFU allowed her to learn about herself and find community. |
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Although Seamus Long was doing important work on major Metro Vancouver water infrastructure projects, he felt like something was missing. Long took engineering courses at BCIT, economics courses at Douglas College and he decided to take a leap. He quit his engineering job and started as a full time student at SFU in the economics honour program at SFU in September 2022. Long will now pursue graduate studies at UBC. |
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RESOURCES + OPERATIONAL UPDATES |
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At approx. 8 a.m. today (Tuesday, May 30), construction crews hit a water main resulting in some flooding on campus. Crews are assessing impacted areas. Please report water ingress, water quality issues or hazards concerns to Campus Public Safety, 778-782-4500. Further updates will be provided on the linked webpage and on SFU's Twitter account (@SFU). |
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CONVOCATION ASSISTANCE REQUIRED |
Spring Convocation is next week (Tuesday, June 6 to Friday, June 9). Your assistance would be appreciated. You can choose from eight ceremonies and select your available times. |
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COMMUNITY EVENT: THE STRUGGLE FOR DEMOCRACY |
June 7 | Hosted by SFU Community-Engaged Research Initiative |
Attend this free event and explore radical democracy through lenses of power, disruption, care, creativity, the commons and new forms of democratic agency. Engaged scholars will share stories of its impact on inequality, Indigenous rights, racism, health crisis and social isolation as well as actions to strengthen participation. |
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CELEBRATING HONORARY DEGREE RECIPIENT ADELLE BLACKETT |
June 9 | Hosted by SFU Equity, Diversity and Inclusion |
Dr. Adelle Blackett is an acclaimed scholar, educator, advocate and international leader in human rights, trade law and labour rights, whose tireless work has advanced social justice and helped transform the narrative on anti-Black racism. Attend a free reception-style lunch and a fireside chat. Black faculty, staff, students, invited community partners and guests are all encouraged to attend. |
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June 17 | Hosted by SFU Public Square |
Artist and storyteller Nathan Adler and the Word Vancouver literary festival have curated an evening centering Indigenous joy. This dynamic event will feature live performances by DJ KeAloha, Brad Henry, Savannah Erasmus and King Fisher. |
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