Petra Chase
Meet the masthead: Introducing our team
September 7, 2026Abbey Perley spent two of three years at The Peak as production editor. She’s returned to assistant production editor for her last two semesters before taking on the world with a degree in Interactive Arts and Technology. Asked about how she customizes article layouts, she says it’s all about tone: “Humans are very semantic creatures and we’re constantly creating meaning in things all the time, even if we’re not aware of it! Designing means to become aware of all those possibilities and use them to our advantage.” Abbey’s visual inspiration includes signage, menus, and brochures. She’s recently picked up violin…
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Exploring the importance of student press in Canada
July 26, 2026In June 2021, the Student Press Freedom Act was created by student journalists Spencer Izen and Jessica Kim, then editor-in-chief and managing editor of The Griffins’ Nest, a high school student newspaper. In response to their work investigating the Vancouver…
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Opinions-in-Chaos: Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?
July 19, 2026As SFU’s independent student newspaper, The Peak is committed to highlighting the concerns of our local community. This week, our team decided to settle a decades-long rivalry between Bob and Frank, two Burnaby locals with very strong opinions on a…
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Understanding the Rohingya genocide, heritage, and the path forward, from a Rohingya Canadian
June 7, 2026Content warning: mentions of sexual violence. While the turn of 2026 triggered widespread 2016 nostalgia, this period was, rather, a harrowing reminder of genocide and ongoing struggle for the Rohingya community, the world’s largest stateless ethnic group. In late 2016,…
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SFSS bars recording at Council meetings, deterring student reporting
March 20, 2026Written by Petra Chase, Features Editor with contributions from Jonah Lazar, Staff Writer Editor’s note: The features editor and a staff writer spoke to the news team to learn more about this ongoing situation. Beyond being interviewed and forwarding us…
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Black women musicians and the stubborn R&B label
March 16, 2026Black women in music tend to get boxed into one repeated spot: rhythm and blues, more commonly known as R&B. Black artists in general tend to get pigeonholed in genres like rap, hip-hop, and R&B. However, Black women experience a…
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Reconnecting with my hormonal rhythms
March 2, 2026Editor’s note: The following article reflects the writer’s personal experience regarding hormonal contraceptives and menstrual cycles, which vary from person to person. It is for informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified medical practitioner for medical advice. “Don’t listen to…
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SFU Iranian students speak out
February 23, 2026It’s been over a month since the Islamic Republic of Iran began its crackdown on nationwide protests against the regime. Protests erupted in December 2025 regarding economic hardship and against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. While ongoing internet shutdowns and…
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What Grinds Our Gears: Charity campaigns at the checkout
January 12, 2026I recently moved close to a Walmart and inevitably find myself there for essentials. Every time, I’m asked if I want to add a donation onto my bill. This seems like a convenient way for shoppers to make a small…
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Monday Music: Tropical song for winter blues
December 18, 2025This time of year can be mentally and emotionally difficult. As the days get shorter, darker, and gloomier, the winter blues, or in more severe cases, seasonal affective disorder, are common. One thing that helps me, on top of my…
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Simon Fraser University’s independent student newspaper since 1965.
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