Ella Pendlington

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Long Story Short: I’m learning to redefine my understanding of rest

Peak Web January 26, 2026

By: Ella Pendlington, SFU Student Content warning: brief mention of slavery. I knew beginning university would be a big change. Now that I’ve finished my first semester, I wouldn’t say it’s the content that’s been the biggest challenge, but the pressure that has suddenly been put on me. I took three courses while working one to two shifts a week, and at times, this was enough for me to feel overstimulated. Yet when I looked at my peers, it felt as though I wasn’t doing enough. Perhaps they too were struggling, but just didn’t show it.  According to Universities Canada,…

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The Peak’s 60th anniversary: Notable articles from 1965–1995

Peak Web November 11, 2025

By: Ella Pendlington, SFU Student and Petra Chase, Features Editor Since 1965, The Peak has brought issues that matter to students to the forefront, investigating concerns, engaging students in university and local politics, and allowing a space to build community. …

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