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This is a photo of the picket line at the SFU Surrey campus. Picketers are pacing in front of the main entrance, they are holding signs that read “ON STRIKE”

TSSU engages strike action at Surrey campus

Peak Web - August 1, 2023 0

By: Olivia Sherman, News Writer Editor’s Note: The Peak would like to acknowledge and apologize for misgendering one of our interviewees. Their correct pronouns have been added...

Why all SFU research assistants must act now to finally win a union

Opinions - July 29, 2023 0

By: Kelvin Gawley, SFU Student Editor’s note: While this piece was published in The Peak’s Features section, it was edited by Opinions Editor Michelle Young....

Six people forming a picket line with two people in the front holding an orange bucket as a drum. The location is at AQ Shrum Science building.

TSSU members form picket line in labour action

News - June 22, 2023 0

By: Olivia Sherman, News Writer As of June 12, the Teaching Support Staff Union (TSSU) has gone on strike, with an overwhelming 94% vote to...

A photo of convocation mall at SFU Burnaby Campus, Ribbons hanging from the walls can be seen.

The TSSU Strike Vote: A Timeline of Events

Features - June 16, 2023 0

By: Anthony Houston, SFU student As is the case with any Canadian union, SFU’s Teaching Support Staff Union (TSSU) has the right to strike in...

Four library staff with pronounced facial expressions in a library office.

Five series to watch based on your favourite cult classics

Peak Web - June 5, 2023 0

By: Payal R., SFU Student If you liked Abbott Elementary (2021), you may like Shelved (2023) Where to watch: CTV Number of seasons: 1 Genre: Comedy CTV’s Shelved is...

A healthcare provider sitting in a hospital, wearing a head strap N95 mask.

We need masks in healthcare settings

Peak Web - May 11, 2023 0

By: Michelle Young, Opinions Editor As of April 6, masks are no longer mandatory in healthcare settings. As one of the only settings in BC...

SFU Student Updates: April 3–9

Peak Web - April 9, 2023 0

By: Natalie Cooke, News Writer Hi students! Looking for something new to watch? Below are some movies and shows that feature SFU and their AMAZING student-first...

A crowd of people can be seen at SFU Convocation Mall. They’re holding yellow signs that read “Research is Work” and “RA Contract Now”.

Teaching Support Staff Union rallies for research assistant rights

News - May 30, 2022 0

By: Jaymee Salisi, Promotions Coordinator On April 4, 2022 SFU’s Teaching Support Staff Union (TSSU) held a rally at Convocation Mall protesting the university’s continued...

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Council receives presentation from No Cops on Campus

Peak Web - March 28, 2022 0

By: Karissa Ketter, News Writer Content warning: this article mentions anti-Black and anti-Indigenous topics. Council receives a presentation from No Cops on Campus At the March 16 meeting,...

A woman is dressed in medical equipment, wearing a face mask and a head covering. A stethoscope is draped over her shoulders, and she is looking at the camera unflinchingly, perhaps with some exhaustion.

Nurses need more than just appreciation

Peak Web - January 25, 2022 0

By: Charlene Aviles, Staff Writer In the pandemic’s early days, Vancouver residents cheered for healthcare workers. However, tangible support for them has been sparse. Even in...

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