international student
SFU’s attempt to help international students with the CARES program falls flat
September 10, 2021By Tamanna T., Staff Writer SFU has a prominent international student community which continues to expand despite the ongoing pandemic. Students from different countries, who have either been recently admitted or are returning after the lifting of pandemic restrictions, have been struggling to deal with travel restrictions and course requirements. By launching their CARES (COVID Assistance and Remote Engagement Support) program, SFU is trying to offer a helping hand for students' self-isolation and accommodation requirements. But the program does not do enough — especially for those who are grappling with how to come back to the country now that classes are…
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SFU community group formed to advocate for student and staff during COVID-19
May 26, 2020Written by: Michelle Gomez, News Editor In light of COVID-19, members of the SFU community have come together in support of one another through a group known as the SFU C19 Coalition. Formed in March of 2020, the SFU C19…
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Board Shorts
October 28, 2018Written by: Amneet Mann, News Editor Board discusses approach to SFU’s proposed tuition fee increases Vice-president student services Samer Rihani briefed the SFSS (Simon Fraser Student Society) board of directors on a meeting held with SFU administration about the…
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