Month of Welcome
Whether you are new or returning to SFU, this is the place to find all of the fun, informative and interactive events happening during the first few weeks of the summer term.
Month of Welcome will celebrate the start of the term, connect you with fellow students, and get you excited to explore all that SFU has to offer. You can join community activities and events to meet new people, connect with peers who have similar interests, learn about the variety of student clubs and groups to get involved with, and be entertained and informed.
Welcome Day
MAY 9TH, 2022 | Time: 10:00 AM PT
It all kicks off on with Welcome Day, a virtual one-day, university-wide fun, engaging and interactive welcome and orientation event for all new SFU students.
Month of Welcome Event Schedule
| Date | Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 4 - June 30 | 8:00AM - 10:00PM | Special Collections Exhibit — Visible Labour: Activism and Solidarity in the CUPE B.C. Fonds | W.A.C. Bennett Library 3rd (main) floor |
| May 5 | 10:00AM - 3:00PM | National Day of Awareness for MMIWG2S | Burnaby Campus; SUB 3000 (entrance) |
| May 6 | 3:30PM - 5:30PM | Seedling to Sidedish: Explore Cultural Plants and Palettes | Embark Sustainability's Student Union Building Learning Garden |
| May 9 - May 31 | Library Hours | Welcome (Back) to SFU Library | Burnaby & Surrey |
| May 9 - May 31 | Library Hours | MISinformation: An IAT 103W Exhibit | Fraser Library (SFU Surrey) |
| May 9 - August 2022 | Various times | SLC Workshops (Summer 2022) | Various locations |
| May 16 - June 24 | Self-paced | Effective Intercultural Communication | Online Canvas course (free) register via myExperience |
| May 17 | 6:00PM - 8:00PM | Climate Equity in Conversation | Burnaby Campus WMC 2830 |
| May 18 | 11:30AM - 12:20PM | BPK & Health Sciences Co-op Info Session | Online via Zoom |
| May 19 | 12:30PM - 2:00PM | Bring on the Buzz! Pollinator Walk n' Talk | SFU Burnaby Campus |
| May 25 | 12:30PM - 1:30PM | Science & Environment Co-op Info Session | Online via Zoom |
| May 25 | 12:30PM - 1:30PM | Arts & Social Sciences Co-op Info Session | Online via Zoom |
| May 31 | Library Hours | MISinformation: An IAT 103W Exhibit | Fraser Library (SFU Surrey) |
Highlighted Events
Services Fair
Tuesday, May 10th | Time: 12PM - 3PM
Mezzanine, Surrey campus
Wednesday, May 11th | Time: 12PM - 3PM
Convocation Mall, Burnaby campus
Join us for our Services Fair. Navigate in and out of booths, speak to knowledgeable SFU staff and community members, and learn about the SFU community and service information. Learn more
Student Learning Commons Workshops
May - August 2022
Students can receive expert and friendly help with academic writing, learning and study strategies, that includes one-to-one consultations, conversation partners, workshops and online resources.
Effective Intercultural Communication
May 16 - June 24, 2022
Self-paced online opportunity for students who would like to increase their intercultural understanding and communication skills through developing self-awareness.
Workshop/Interest Group Opportunities
Do you have a hobby or special interest? Chances are Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) has a student club or group of like-minded students who would love to connect with you. From anime to hiking, to introverts, knitters, singers and more—there’s at least one of 100+ clubs for you! View club directory