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New SFU policies further reconciliation with Səlilwətaɬ
October 3, 2023By: Olivia Sherman, News Writer On September 6, Səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) and SFU agreed on terms, policies, and protocols to uphold tenets of reconciliation. The goal of their new partnership is to collectively foster a welcoming, equitable environment for Indigenous students and staff. Səlilwətaɬ will provide consistent guidance to SFU through annual meetings. These policies are in correlation with the Reconciliation Agreement SFU pledged in 2022, which includes 34 Calls to Action. “As an Indigenous government, education is a core value of Səlilwətaɬ,” said Səlilwətaɬ Chief, Jen Thomas, during the ceremony. The partnership ceremony was hosted at SFU’s Indigenous Garden.…
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Athletes are more than their entertainment value
September 29, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer, and Isabella Urbani, Sports Editor Whenever I overhear friends and family talking about last night’s hockey game or an upcoming playoff series, it reminds me of the way I would describe characters in a dramatic…
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A nightmare at the coffee shop
September 28, 2023By: Izzy Cheung, Staff Writer It was a hot summer’s day — everyone was flocking to the malls to enjoy the air conditioning and copious amounts of iced drinks when I got this order at the mall café. “Do you…
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Low maintenance fitness and nutrition tips for a balanced lifestyle
September 28, 2023By: Hailey Miller, Staff Writer As a health-conscious individual, I’ve always been passionate about fitness and nutrition. Being a full-time university student with a busy schedule, I know first-hand the challenges of setting aside time to make homemade meals that…
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We need to redefine objectivity
September 26, 2023By: Sude Guvendik, Staff Writer In journalism, objectivity has long been regarded as a guiding principle — a compass to navigate the turbulent sea of information. It’s often thought of as balancing two perspectives in a news story, and striving…
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VPL writer in residence discusses identity, culture, and representation
September 26, 2023By: Olivia Sherman, News Writer Content warning: This article contains mentions of Nazism and violence. Aren X. Tulchinsky is a novelist, screenwriter, and the Vancouver Public Library’s (VPL) 2023 writer in residence. As a queer, Jewish, and trans writer, Tulchinsky…
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Are my devices allergic to Mr. Wi-Fi?
September 21, 2023By: Hailey Miller, Staff Writer Nothing irks me more than the good ol’ Wi-Fi signal fading in and out just as I’m about to log in to my Canvas account and prepare for class on campus. Mr. SFU Wi-Fi sure…
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Permanent firehall on SFU Burnaby Campus to open in 2024
September 21, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer As climate change fuels the wildfires that are spreading rapidly across the Lower Mainland, residents have been increasingly calling for proper preparedness and to address these risks in our communities. Burnaby Fire Department chief, Chris…
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Degrees are valuable, regardless of their economic opportunities
September 19, 2023By: C Icart, Humour Editor What do you want out of your degree? Have you considered that not everyone’s answer may be the same? Starting my third degree in social sciences has prompted nosy questions and unsolicited comments all over…
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Ranking the six sporting arenas I visited this year
September 14, 2023By: Izzy Cheung, Staff Writer This year, I’ve had the privilege of visiting six major sporting arenas across North America. I watched a Colorado Avalanche playoff game in Ball Arena, saw Pitbull (Mr. Worldwide himself) in concert at the Saddledome,…
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