New Students
Month of Welcome is about more than just free stuff
September 30, 2019By: Mishaa Khan, Peak Associate Month of Welcome is an exciting time for students. With an abundance of resources, freebies, and activities being thrown their way, it’s one of the only times students can freely enjoy university without drowning in assignments, exams, and other commitments. In organizing the Resource Fair, BBQ, and fun activities, SFU excels at providing students the support they need to begin university. However, the onus lies on students to take advantage of this time to be well prepared when school starts. Two of the most common complaints I have heard from SFU students is that SFU is…
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Are you SFU-ready? 3: Habits to prepare you for your next semester at university
July 27, 2018By: Victoria Lopatka, Peak Associate Nervous for your first term at SFU? Trying to pick up new habits for a different kind of school year? Not to worry: here’s a listicle. 1) Know what type of learner you are…
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Dear SFU students, you’re gonna be okay
June 12, 2018By: Grace Rose, Peak Associate When I started university back in 2013, attending class outside of my living room after being homeschooled for 10 years was a little daunting. Yet I learned a lot from my 4.5 years here at…
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Twenty-five things to do during your first week of university
September 8, 2015The first week of university can be a whirlwind, but you’ll get through it: The Peak’s got you covered. Here is a list of 25 things every freshman should do in their first week of post-secondary. Attend your first tutorial.…
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