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Jas Randhawa looks forward to his term as SFSS President
May 7, 2018Jas Randhawa is heading into his fourth year as a business major. He prefers Cardi B to Offset, Jay-Z to Beyoncé, Starbucks' Vanilla Bean Frappuccinos above every other drink, and he will be leading the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) Board of Directors as President for the next year. In an interview with The Peak, Randhawa explained how his time at SFU as a student can be split into two different experiences. “When I came to SFU I had a different experience and now I have a different experience,” he said. “When I first came, I felt like…
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Avengers: Infinity War is perhaps the best movie out of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
May 6, 2018By: Jonathan Pabico Avengers fans, assemble! The long-awaited Avengers: Infinity War is finally here. Taking place after Thor: Ragnarok, the film sets the right tone for the story with its fun crossovers and satisfying battles. Directed by Anthony and Joe…
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At the Biltmore Cabaret
May 5, 2018By: Natasha Tar Biltmore Cabaret opens promptly at 7:30 p.m., allowing the early birds in. My friend and I are here to see Hotel Mira, formerly JPNSGRLS, performing for the first time in two years. Needless to say, I’m excited…
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IEC Elections and Referenda Report offers improvements for SFSS elections
May 5, 2018The Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) Board of Directors meeting held on April 20 saw the Board reviewing the Elections and Referenda Report submitted by the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) reviewing the practices of the 2018 SFSS elections. …
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The defence of just being a tech company: the fallout of Cambridge Analytica
May 4, 2018Written by Umer Altaf Tech giants such as Uber, Amazon, and Facebook are vastly different companies that sell obviously distinct products and services. Yet they and many others like them are increasingly sharing one notable trait in common: the defense…
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Films to look out for this year at DOXA
May 4, 2018By: Natasha Tar Maybe you’re too broke or busy to travel. Thankfully, DOXA is here again to show you the globe. DOXA, Vancouver’s documentary film festival, returns this year with unexpected and incredible films from across the world.…
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SFU becomes wildlife reserve
April 3, 2018By: Alex Bloom In a recent bid to increase revenue, SFU has decided to transition into a wildlife reserve. Now called Simon Fraser Shelter for Endangered Students (SFSES), this new status allows the institution to save money on taxes due…
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New student-eating bird discovered at SFU
April 2, 2018By: Jennifer Low, Avian Correspondent Ever wonder why SFU’s architecture is filled with dark tunnels and hallways? Or what the heck the avocado/egg in the AQ really is? Well, world-renowned researcher and scientist, the one and only Joe King, reveals that…
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SASSY DRAG NAMES FOR YOUR SASSY SELF
March 29, 2018By: Janis McMath, Rosie Grayson, Gabrielle McLaren, Alex Bloom If drag culture hasn’t already consumed your soul, your sanity, and all your free time, consider hopping onto the glamorous bandwagon now. Drag is art meshed with blurring gender lines and has a community…
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SFSS reaches agreement with SFU to secure more seating space for students at Surrey campus
March 26, 2018After nearly four years of advocacy for more study spots and after-hours space options at the Surrey campus, the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) Board of Directors and Simon Fraser University administrators have come to a consensus regarding this matter.…
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