arts
Tim Robinson’s “I Think You Should Leave” is an inventive take on traditional sketches
August 1, 2021By: Sara Brinkac, Peak Associate To rank a sketch show among the comedy greats, it must challenge format norms (Mr. Show) and create sketches that are so unique and original, the jaded viewer is consistently surprised (Portlandia). The Netflix sketch show I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson (ITYSL) fills both these requirements tenfold. From its debut season in 2019, ITYSL instantly caught the attention of comedy lovers everywhere. Created by Zach Kanin and Tim Robinson, former Saturday Night Live writers, and produced by The Lonely Island, ITYSL offers a refreshing take on the pitfalls of societal norms. There…
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Perfect Fit: Shabby chic decor for small living places
July 31, 2021By: Lubaba Mahmud, Peak Associate Last month, I moved into a studio. Since then, I’ve been carefully collecting a few pieces that will add a little sparkle without taking up too much space. I’m not sure what my style is…
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SFU alum co-creates new app encouraging cafés and consumers to go green
July 26, 2021By: Nancy La, Staff Writer Bringing your own (BYO) cup to cafés to reduce waste is already a great act of sustainability, but two climate activists have created an online platform to make it even more rewarding. Founded by SFU…
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Monday Music: Burn my blues
July 26, 2021By: Vrinda Kapadia, SFU Student I dedicate these songs to those who are internally screaming for a real connection. Whether you’re scorning the prevalence of online dating apps or dealing with friends who are incapable of truly understanding you, these…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: July 26–August 1
July 25, 2021By: Sara Wong, Arts & Culture Editor Vancouver Pride Festival | Now until August 3 | Cost varies | Online and various in-person locations This year’s hybrid festival includes over 60 events, from pride-themed picnics to the first annual Posh…
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Flickering Storm’s pop culture-themed creations give back to communities in need
July 25, 2021By: Carter Hemion, Staff Writer SFU student Bernice Mau and alum Brianna Mau created Etsy shop Flickering Storm almost one year ago. The sisters embraced art when the COVID-19 pandemic started, with Bernice designing prints and stickers and Brianna taking…
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Food for Thought: Boodle Fight
July 24, 2021By: Charlene Aviles, Peak Associate Many of my family members live in different countries, so there are few occasions where we can all gather together. Whenever I visit my parents’ hometowns in the Philippines, my relatives always greet us with…
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Isabella Wang: poetry is like being at home
July 19, 2021By: Kelly Chia, Staff Writer Isabella Wang, a third-year SFU student, has made impressive strides in the literary community as the author of two poetry collections: a chapbook titled On Forgetting a Language, published in 2019, and Pebble Swing, her…
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Monday Music: Placebos to kick-start your day
July 19, 2021By: Subaig Bindra, SFU Student Starting your day on the right note can be tough, especially if you have things to do like studying for finals. Here are some songs to infuse joy into your work day. “Sledgehammer” by Peter…
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Summer 2021 Gallery Guide
July 19, 2021By: Paige Smith, Peak Associate Contemporary Art Gallery | Archival – for Rosario Cooper and my 10 year old self | Free | On until August 22 [caption id="attachment_118844" align="alignnone" width="300"] Image courtesy of SITE Photography[/caption] [caption id="attachment_118843" align="alignnone" width="300"]…
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