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Have you been thinking about becoming a NOW student (Nights or Weekends) at SFU? These courses are ideal for those who are looking to be students while working a steady job during the week, and info sessions are taking place at both Vancouver and Surrey campuses next week.

On January 19, a session will take place at the Harbour Centre. Two days later, a similar session will take place at Surrey. Both events start at 6 p.m.

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If you’re looking to make your time at SFU Surrey a little more exciting — or if you missed your chance up on Burnaby Mountain — Club Days are happening this week down at the Surrey Mezzanine on both January 18 and 19!

Pop on by from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on either day to see if you can’t find a new fit for you for the upcoming year.


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On January 23, there will be a free public forum discussing the vanishing cultural heritage of Iraq and Syria. On top of learning about the countries and their current situations, there will be a brief history of the Middle East as well as a couple of visual presentations about Iraq and Syria.

This event will begin at 1:30 p.m. in the 1900 room at Harbour Centre. It is free and open to all adults, but participants are encouraged to register online ahead of time.

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