Autumn

Tree-lined autumn walkway
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Dear sweater weather, you’ve been gone too long

Peak Web September 7, 2026

Amid the humidity of the last evenings of August lingers a whisper of wistful wind — a reminder of the nearing autumn. As the days get shorter, and the nights get longer, we graciously welcome back sweater weather. There is something promising about reaching out for the old cardigan in the closet or under the bed and feeling the warmth of the knit brush up against your fingertips. Many dread, even despise, the long days of autumn — the absence of persisting daylight. Though they are entitled to do so, it is crucial to consider the reasons to feel blissful.…

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An illustration of a pumpkin wearing 3D glasses smiling.
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Autumnal films and series

Peak Web November 2, 2023

The chilly, warm-toned season calls for watching something chilling in the comfort of your own home, with a hot drink and thick blanket on your couch. Here are some films and a mini series that are perfect options! Wolfwalkers (2020) …

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An illustration of a person in oversized pyjamas hanging a string of leaves on a wall in their bedroom.They have turkey and pumpkin plushies on display on a mantle, and other plushies sprawled across their room, including a candy corn plushy.
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Creative Corner: Five economic ways to spice up your home this fall

Peak Web September 28, 2023

I’ve spent the last few weeks upping my home decorating game. There’s something about cute and colourful organizers in my workspace and a string of fairy lights over my bed that makes a home feel more homely. As a student,…

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A forest with yellow and orange leaves
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The Bright-er Side: Romanticizing autumn

Peak Web September 21, 2023

It’s that time of year when we’re bidding farewell to summer. The rain has slowly started to come back, leaves are turning dazzling colours of red and orange, and slowly but surely, we’re beginning to see pumpkin flavours return to…

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It’s the great pumpkin recipes, SFU!

Peak Web October 27, 2019

Illustration by: Maple Sukontasukkul   Sometimes, pumpkin-spice lattes and pumpkin TimBits are not enough. This Halloween season, The Peak compiled a recipe roundup of pumpkin-centric foods, both savoury and sweet, that will surely sate your autumnal cravings.    SWEET TREATS  Pumpkin-marbled…

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The horrifying reality behind your pumpkin spice

EIC September 28, 2015

If an ethical crisis occurs at roughly the same time each year, and no one chooses to address it, does that crisis make a sound? Close the other tabs on your Internet browser, put your phone on silent, and tell…

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