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SFU alum debuts Naked City
September 7, 2024By: Yasmin Hassan, Staff Writer What makes urban landscapes so unique in every city and dwelling around the world and in Vancouver? This is one of many questions that director and producer Pamela Subia prods at in her play, Naked City. The Peak had the pleasure of chatting with Subia about her play, and how it was influenced by her experiences adjusting to a new city. An SFU alumni who graduated with a degree in engineering, Subia “always wanted to be an artist but didn’t have time.” After finishing school in 2022 and finding a full-time job, Subia was finally…
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Urban planning displaces Black populations, says professor
November 6, 2018Written by: Michelle Gomez, Staff Writer A public lecture held at SFU Harbour Centre on October 24 tackled the issue of how urban planning constantly fails to consider the Black population. The talk was held by Ted Rutland, associate…
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A city of lights
February 29, 2016What is neon? [dropcap]N[/dropcap]eon stands out in broad daylight, and for kilometres at night. It draws us in and captures our attention. There’s just something about that glow. In a very strict, material sense, neon signs are created by filling…
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SFU to teach the craft of craft beer
February 2, 2015This year, SFU is launching a new initiative to explore the Lower Mainland’s growing role in the craft beer brewing community. Beginning this fall, the university will offer a certificate in Craft Beer and Brewing Essentials — a non-credit Continuing…
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Vancouver’s 2014 municipal candidates match wits in lighthearted debate
November 5, 2014Candidates for political office must now be able to freestyle rap, have solid comedic timing, and be able to theatrically toss their hair around to impress a crowd — at least, these are some of the skills that were showcased…
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