Activism
New comedic docuseries reclaims “killjoy”
February 21, 2023By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor Just as the word “snowflake” has been weaponized by conservatives, “killjoy” is another word that has been historically used to silence those who question authority. Documentarist Shana Myara knows what it’s like to be called a killjoy, which is part of what inspired her new docuseries, Killjoy Comedy. The six-part series highlights professional “killjoy” comedians who prove social activism doesn’t compromise humour. Each episode spotlights an up-and-coming Canadian comedian, featuring hilarious stand-up sets, personal interviews, and all-around “goofball antics,” while investigating “power in the comedy business.” “I’ve loved comedy all my life,” Myara…
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New anthology explores how Vancouver’s support structures can guide us through precarious times
January 23, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer In the midst of a global pandemic, climate change, and economic instability, What Are Our Supports? provides a unique look at the ways artwork can inspire human connection. The anthology, which was published on January…
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TikTok is dangerous if not used with caution
November 15, 2022By: Hannah Kazemi, Staff Writer Content warning: mentions of disordered eating Writing this piece makes me a bit of a hypocrite. I have TikTok, and scroll endlessly on my feed. I don’t post videos of my own, but I’ll admit…
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The crisis of too many crises
November 10, 2022By: Karissa Ketter, News Editor At this point in the 21st century, most Gen Z’s are aware our world faces many crises. If you tune into news or social media, you’ll undoubtedly be reminded of the devastating inhumanities resulting in…
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Health and counselling offers seminar on climate change anxiety
November 2, 2022By: Pranjali J Mann, News Writer SFU’s Health and Counselling and registered clinical psychologist Dr. Shona Adams hosted a seminar on “Climate Change Anxiety and Grief.” Hosted in a hybrid model, the seminar focused on strategies to cope with anxiety…
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TSSU gets victory on RA arbitration
October 11, 2022Editor's Note: The article was updated on November 15 to indicate that RA's will be considered part of the union, only once a collective agreement is negotiated. By: Pranjali J Mann, News Writer The recent arbitration to include research assistants…
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Redirecting Responsibility: Corporations are causing climate change, not individuals
September 8, 2022By: Annalisse Crosswell, SFU Student The climate change conversation is constantly evolving. It’s gone from “does it really exist?” to “why should I take responsibility?” to “someone has to take responsibility but who is it going to be?” If you…
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(Re)Approaching Accessibility: COVID-19 long haulers won’t teach us anything new about disability
September 6, 2022By: C Icart, Staff Writer Long COVID could change the way we think about disability in Canada, but it probably won’t. It’s been over two years since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Although vaccines were created and administered, there’s still so…
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SFU too often takes credit for achievements by progressive student movements
June 2, 2022By: Luke Faulks, Opinions Editor Here’s something that never fails to be a crowd-pleaser: powerful institutions claiming to be progressive after being shamed into progressive action. And what’s even better? When that same institution fakes good cheer when thanking the activists…
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SFU Board of Governors declares climate emergency
February 28, 2022By: Luke Faulks, Staff Writer After years of lobbying from climate advocacy group SFU350, the Board of Governors (BOG) formally declared a climate emergency on January 28. The Board’s vote approved most elements from the student group’s 2021 Climate Emergency…
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