Saije Rusimovici
SFU Burnaby fog’s top tips
February 6, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer A misty winter fog drifts through the winding roads that lead to the top of Burnaby Mountain, collecting at the bus loop. Without warning, a frosty breeze blows a collection of dried up leaves across the Cornerstone sidewalk. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee snakes through the door as someone makes their way out of Starbucks, hot coffee in hand. Your eyes follow them as they bring the coffee to their lips. They wear big, nearly opaque sunglasses even though it hasn’t been sunny in weeks. You try to meet their gaze, but it’s impossible.…
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The art of urban leadership with Jonathan Coté
February 2, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer On January 16, urbanist and former mayor of New Westminster Jonathan Coté led a reflective lecture Transforming Urban Leadership, where he outlined some of the key areas of effective urban leadership in addition to challenges…
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How Hannah Cassers brought a softball club to SFU
January 31, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer Third-year student Hannah Casseres began the co-ed SFU softball club to rekindle her childhood love for the sport and build a space that inspires “teamwork and collaborative effort.” Playing both baseball and softball growing up,…
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New anthology explores how Vancouver’s support structures can guide us through precarious times
January 23, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer In the midst of a global pandemic, climate change, and economic instability, What Are Our Supports? provides a unique look at the ways artwork can inspire human connection. The anthology, which was published on January…
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Preventative care is the critical next step for the Canadian medical system
January 19, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer The Canadian healthcare system is struggling. Hospital overcrowding has been a huge issue, creating difficult working conditions for nurses and hospital staff. Physicians are having trouble seeing patients, and Canadian healthcare has been critiqued as…
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Make a splash on SFU’s rowing team
January 18, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer SFU sports clubs are organized and entirely student-led, motivated by a common interest in participating in athletic activity. Not only is joining a sports club beneficial for both your mental and physical health, but it…
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Ten problems only SFU students have
January 16, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer Frequent Flooding Why put a bathroom on every corner if half of them are out of service? Nobody wants to walk by the same paper towel-less, puddle-filled bathroom on their way to their classroom every…
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Hidden Gems: Local artisans to shop online
January 11, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer Le Petit Laser Design Co Order online and pick-up free in East Van or Kerrisdale Image courtesy of @lepetitlaserdesignco on Instagram Inspired by making decorations for her son’s first birthday party, Joyce made a full-time…
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New Year, Same Old Me?
January 10, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer What are your goals? At the beginning of a new year, it’s difficult not to succumb to the pressures of maximizing your success in the coming year. Our Instagram feeds become flooded with overly positive…
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Memories of Pasta Amore
November 9, 2022By: Saije Rusimovici, SFU student My great uncle Claudio grew up with a spoon in his hand. Raised in northern Italy, his passion for cooking carried him through every stage of his life, and left a legacy for his children…
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