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An interview with SFU’s Marina Elliott, the new Jane of the jungle
July 4, 2016[dropcap]M[/dropcap]arina Elliott has been named one of National Geographic’s Emerging Explorers of 2016. An SFU alumna who studied biological anthropology, Elliott has spent the past few years in South Africa, uncovering the history of humanity. Elliott’s journey began in Calgary, but she found a place to call home here at SFU. One of her favourite experiences during her time in school was joining the Human Evolutionary Studies program research team headed by professor Mark Collard. That research team has since opened up some great opportunities for the budding palaeoanthropologist, Elliott explained. Her background in climbing and cave exploration, or ‘spelunking’…
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If SFU was more like Hogwarts . . .
June 27, 2016Taking the stairs to class would be far more forgiving on your knees. Participation marks would suddenly become the most entertaining part of class. School administration might actually work to ensure the safety of their students from predators. The Peak…
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SFU needs to update its architecture to accommodate the rainy season
June 27, 2016[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he SFU Burnaby campus has a lot of green spaces, courtyards, fountains, and a triumphant aesthetic when the brilliant sunlight strikes the brutalist concrete. But our school becomes very gloomy during the rainy season, which can affect mood and overall…
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Humans of SFU: Residence edition
June 27, 2016[dropcap]A[/dropcap]ll over the world, and right here at SFU, this Humans-of-Somewhere style of storytelling has appeared, and made big waves in the way we look at people around us. Last week we went around talking to, and photographing, some of…
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SFU doesn’t offer enough healthy choices for low- income students
June 20, 2016[dropcap]A[/dropcap]lthough the suggested number of daily servings for fruits and vegetables varies by sex, age, and physical activity, many dieticians and nutritionists recommend that, in general, five to nine or more servings per day is essential for good health. Eating…
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SFU and ResLife have failed women on campus
June 17, 2016[dropcap]P[/dropcap]rovided you don’t live under a rock, you have most likely heard of the three rape allegations against one male SFU student that have recently come to light. According to news reports, the alleged rapist was permitted to live on…
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What Do SFU Students Think About Donald Trump?
June 14, 2016[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Op1MF_k0q3Q[/embed] We ask SFU students what they think about Donald Trump. Created by Adam Madojemu & Tatum Miller
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POINT / COUNTERPOINT: Should SFU’s English department focus less on white male authors?
June 13, 2016Yes, English requirements should shift to focus on more diverse literature. By Emily Seitz, SFU Student On June 1, Alison Flood published an article in The Guardian exploring a petition put forth by undergraduate students at Yale University. The petition…
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Parking at SFU is the fucking worst
June 6, 2016[dropcap]I[/dropcap] am not the first to say that parking at SFU Burnaby is the fucking worst. Anyone who has driven to campus and tried to find a spot can attest that unless you’re here at 8:30 a.m., or after 5:30…
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SFYou: An interview with SFU’s dancing queen, Melissa Panetta
May 30, 2016As she sipped her green tea across from me, I got to know an extremely down-to-earth and light-hearted person, who dares to ask for what she wants in life. Melissa Panetta, a professional dancer by trade, has done everything from…
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Simon Fraser University’s independent student newspaper since 1965.
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