Tips
The Peak’s tips to survive the semester
September 19, 2023By: C Icart, Humour Editor; Hailey Miller, Staff Writer; Izzy Cheung, Staff Writer Whether you’re entering your last semester at SFU or starting your first-ever year of university, the beginning of the school year is always a daunting time. Making friends, securing the best study spots, or starting courses off properly are some of the big issues that all students face at some point in their academic careers. Never fear — The Peak staff are here to offer some advice! Follow along as editors and writers share their tips to surviving the start of the semester. C Icart, Humour Editor…
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Tips for the Beedie Kids
July 7, 2023by: Des'ree Isibor POV: You are a 16-year-old international student from Lagos, Nigeria, who just started her first semester at SFU studying business. There is a lot to take in: the constant rain and the way people casually walk under…
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My guide to travelling alone
June 23, 2023By: Hannah Kazemi, Staff Writer The first time I travelled alone was in August 2021, when I flew to Montreal and spent a week exploring the city. It was one of the most liberating weeks of my life, and lit…
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Adulthood 101: Staying on top of your work this semester
January 22, 2020By: Vivien Ying Qi Li, SFU Student Having started the new semester, students are slowly getting back into the swing of things — meaning that all-nighters and last-minute cramming sessions are just around the corner. Although stress is an inevitable…
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The finals countdown
July 8, 2017Midterms may be over, but finals are just around the corner. If you’re on top of your life, you’re probably already beginning to study. If you’re like me, you probably won’t start studying until a week before. Either way, here…
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HUMOUR: Avoid even more crippling debt with these thrifty tips for students
November 9, 2015As a university student, you’re no stranger to financial struggle. The loonie you found on the ground last Monday was the highlight of your week, and the first question you ask when you’re invited to literally any event ever is:…
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How freshmen can make the most of their time in university
September 28, 2015In hindsight it’s all so clear, but looking forward, it’s as cloudy as a November morning in Vancouver. University is somewhat of a big deal, and as you go through it you become better at it. But for the newcomers…
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Tips on how to have the best ginger-beach season of your life
July 27, 2015It’s almost August, which means beach season for all you red-haired beach bums is only a few months away. And while you might be wondering how the season snuck up on you so quickly, much like the full-body suit you…
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