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SFU students organize Vancouver’s first annual International Women’s Day March
February 27, 2023By: Natalie Cooke, News Writer Editor’s note: Yasmin Vejs Simsek, who was interviewed for this piece, is a former Peak employee. Karissa Ketter, a current editor who worked on the article, is also an organizer. The Peak acknowledges and has taken steps to prevent conflicts of interest or potential bias from influencing the article. A group of six students from SFU are gearing up as they prepare to host the first annual International Women’s Day March in Vancouver. The event will take place on March 5, from 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m., and includes a 1.5 kilometer rally that will begin at…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: SOCA’s Black History Month events
February 10, 2023By: Vee Babbar & Petra Chase Students of Caribbean and African Ancestry (SOCA), a student-run group representing SFU’s Black community, has packed the month with events for Black History Month. The Peak interviewed events coordinator Mugasha Rutega to get an…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Black History Month in Vancouver
February 8, 2023By: Vee Babbar, SFU Student and Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor Issamba Showcase: A Journey through the depths of African-rooted rhythms When: February 19, 7:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Where: 1882 Adanac Street, Vancouver Get transfixed by world-famous Malian artist, Mamadou…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Events happening in December
November 24, 2022By: Petra Chase, Art & Culture Editor Flourish Together: A QTBIPoC Arts Market When: December 17, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Where: Massy Arts Gallery, at 23 East Pender Street (in person and online vendors) Massy Arts Society, Massy Books, and JotikaArt…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: November
November 13, 2022By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor Eastside Culture Crawl Where: Various locations in Vancouver When: November 17–20, varied times Various ticket prices The 26th annual Eastside Culture Crawl Visual Arts, Design & Craft Festival features over 425 artists. For…
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First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Student Association changes name
March 29, 2022By: Yelin Gemma Lee, News Writer During their annual general meeting on November 23, 2021, the former First Nations Student Association officially changed their name to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Student Association (FNMISA). In the same meeting, updates and changes…
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Itse Hesse creates Black Girl Collective with a focus on mentorship and connections
March 22, 2022By: Yelin Gemma Lee, News Writer Since immigrating to Canada, SFU alumni Itse Hesse has struggled with the lack of safe spaces for Black women to connect with and support each other. Recalling these unmet needs, Hesse officially founded the Black…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Feb 28–Mar 13
February 28, 2022By: Gurleen Aujla, Peak Associate SFU ArtsLIVE: Banana Bread and Shawn Bullshields | March 1, 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. | FREE | Convocation Mall Presented by SFU Woodward’s Cultural Programs and the Student Experience Initiative, ArtsLIVE hosts live pop-ups and performances.…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Events to wrap up Black History Month
February 17, 2022By: Sara Wong, Arts & Culture Editor Homegoing: Blackness and Belonging Across the Canada/US Border | February 17, 6:30–8:00 p.m. | FREE | Online and in-person As part of the SFU history department’s Highlighting Black Histories series, Homegoing touches on…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Jan 31–Feb 13
February 1, 2022By: Gurleen Aujla, Peak Associate World Community Film Festival | February 5–13 | Prices Vary | Online and in-person Attend the 31st World Community Film Festival from the comfort of your own home! A non-profit based on Vancouver Island is…
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