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Collage of three podcast covers. From left to right: Honeydew Me — two women in hot pink jumpsuits drinking cocktails; Girls Gotta Eat — two women mid-laugh, holding wine bottles; How C*m — a woman in bed holding a banana in one hand and a red book labelled “sex” in the other
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Sex, love, and podcasts: three recommendations for sex-positive content

Peak Web February 14, 2022

By: Hannah Kazemi, SFU Student Honeydew Me Hosts Emma Norman and Cass Anderson step out of the bedroom and into the real world to do what many of us have been conditioned not to do: talk about sex. They bring sex-perts such as doctors and sex therapists into the conversation and ask the questions we’re a little too embarrassed to ask. They even take it a step further and individually explore sexual experiences that may be intimidating for the first time, and reflect on their experiences with the audience. Nothing is off limits: How can we effectively communicate our preferences and…

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Portrait of Roya at the beach with her eyes closed and head tilted up
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Roya Pishvaei reflects on how SFU’s dance program helped her grow

Peak Web February 8, 2022

By: Charlene Aviles, Staff Writer For Roya Pishvaei, dance is more than a hobby; it’s a lifestyle. In an interview with The Peak, the vice-president of SFU’s Dance Student Union discussed her passion for dance and her dedication to the SFU…

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Illustration of fashion and home accessories (backpack, pillow, etc.) in shades of pink and blue
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Perfect Fit: Styling monochromatic outfits

Peak Web February 7, 2022

By: Michelle Young, Copy Editor Black clothes have been my preference for a long time. While I’ll throw the occasional white or grey piece into my outfit, my closet is largely made up of inky attire. While some may think this…

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Two 3D printers on a worktable, backlit by fluorescent lighting
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Learn more about SFU’s Media and Maker Commons, a collaborative, hands-on learning environment

Peak Web February 7, 2022

By: Rastko Koprivica, SFU Student If you’re looking to try 3D printing, video and audio recording, laser cutting and engraving, or machine embroidery, there’s a place on campus that may interest you — the Media and Maker Commons. Located in SFU’s…

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Emmalee (left) and Becky (right) sit on or by fuzzy orange furniture, set in front of a brick fireplace and flanked by potted plants
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Hollow Twin reflects on the past in their new EP, Soft Hearts

Arts February 5, 2022

By: Kimia Mansouri, SFU Student Based in Metro Vancouver, Capricorn moon duo Emmalee Watts and Becky Wosk — aka Hollow Twin — just released their new album, Soft Hearts. In it, the harmony of the instruments and their connection to…

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Portrait shot collage of, from left to right, Tawahum Bige, Tin Lorica, Jillian Christmas, and Justin Percival
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Poets+ is the future of Vancouver’s poetry scene

Peak Web February 1, 2022

By: Alex Masse, Peak Associate Released on January 14, Poets+ is the creative brainchild of the Arts Council of New Westminster, Fifth Chord Studios, and Tawahum Bige, the project’s curator. It’s a one hour showcase of emerging poets of colour that…

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A tall, wooden bookcase filled with self-published books.
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un/settled exhibit prompts students to create thought-provoking book display on Black artistry and solidarity

Arts January 31, 2022

By: Sara Wong, Arts & Culture Editor un/settled was a 240 foot installation celebrating Black womanhood, produced by Chantal Gibson and Dr. Otoniya J. Okot Bitek at the SFU Belzberg Library. Although it is no longer on display, the impact…

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From left to right, illustrations of bánh tét, poon choi, and jian dui against a bright red background
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Around the table: Chinese and Vietnamese Lunar New Year treats

Peak Web January 31, 2022

By: Nancy La, News Editor and Sara Wong, Arts & Culture Editor Bánh Tét Growing up in Vietnam, there is no Lunar New Year without some bánh tét in my house. My parents usually have them up on the altar as…

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Linda, a Black-Filipinx woman, sits in a red chair, legs crossed, with brick and concrete walls behind her. One arm is draped over the back of the chair as she stares straight at the camera.
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Linda Kanyamuna shares why content creation brings her joy

Peak Web January 31, 2022

By: Charlene Aviles, Staff Writer SFU student Linda Kanyamuna is a pro when it comes to content creation. As SFU Surge’s podcast host and SFU Women in Engineering’s marketing director, she’s dedicated to community outreach. Her passions outside SFU are no…

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Illustration of fashion and home accessories (backpack, pillow, etc.) in shades of pink and blue
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Perfect Fit: Eco-friendly essentials under $50

Peak Web January 30, 2022

By: Makena Leyh, SFU Student Shopping sustainably can be challenging when working within the restrictive budget of an average university student. Responsibly sourced alternatives to factory-produced products are not always widely accessible to everyone. However, it’s not impossible to find essential…

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