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Board Shorts
May 26, 2018Board decides on process to decide new name for SUB At the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) Board of Directors meeting held on May 25, SFSS communications coordinator Sindhu Dharmarajah presented the Board with the idea of renaming the Student Union Building (SUB) set to open in fall 2018. “Right now [the name is] not really creative, it’s boring,” said Dharmarajah. “And it’s inaccurate, because we want something that goes beyond just the union and something that reflects all student groups on campus, general membership, and something that reflects our membership statement.” She went on to…
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At the Orpheum
May 25, 2018By: Hannah Davis Ambience: A The Orpheum was built in 1927, and it shows; the venue has character that seems to hint at the history the building holds. I have been to more than one show at the Orpheum, and…
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Kanye West’s ignorant online behaviour isn’t doing himself or his fans any favours
May 23, 2018Written by Youeal Abera, Peak Associate As a hip-hop fan, it is impossible to refute Kanye West’s impressive impact on the genre. His iconic discography, his ability to introduce and launch the careers of other rap superstars (eg. Big Sean)…
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Adulthood 101: Know your BC produce
May 21, 2018By Courtney Miller Have you ever wondered how people just seem to know when apples, or peaches, or other produce are in season? Or, even further, what does “in season” even mean? Have no fear, friends: as a culinary school…
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SFU student raises money for cancer through athletic challenges
May 21, 2018By: Winona Young, Staff Writer Imre Mihalik is an SFU Beedie student who is running, paddling, cycling, and more to raise money for the BC Cancer Foundation. Mihalik hopes to raise $3,500 for his campaign, #EPICIMPACTYEAR, wherein he will…
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At the Rio Theatre
May 19, 2018By: Courtney Miller Ambience: B- Picture it. The stench of stale sweat is paired with the confusingly appetizing smell of fresh popcorn. Performers in costumes are selling raffle tickets by the single, triple, or butt-or-bust-circumference. Weird Al Yankovic covers are…
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Gallimaufry brings an exciting jumble of art to SFU Woodward’s
May 18, 2018By: Paige Smith A weirdly wonderful assortment of works was presented at this year’s first-year Master of Fine Arts candidates’ spring showcase, Gallimaufry. Four artists from a range of disciplines attempted to expand their viewers’ understanding of art. …
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Muslim holidays and what they mean to SFU students
May 17, 2018By: Amal Javed Abdullah (Staff Writer), Hamza Malik (SFU Student), Ali Najaf(SFU Student), and Zach Siddiqui (Copy editor), compiled by Gabrielle McLaren (Features editor) Dates to remember for 2018 – Zach Siddiqui Ramadan: May 15—June 14. Due to the dates…
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13 SFU students and alumni awarded Top 25 Under 25
May 17, 201813 of this year’s Top 25 Under 25 awards were presented to SFU students and alumni by the Surrey Board of Trade. The annual awards recognize youth for their business and community involvements. This year’s award ceremony was held at…
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New student support program for mental health to be launched online
May 15, 2018By: Srijani Datta, Assistant News Editor A joint effort by SFU and the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) has led to the development of a two-year pilot program extending a new student support service for mental health. …
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