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Climate change and increasing human activity have raised concerns about the future of wildlife species around the world. But a new study, produced in part by #SFU researcher Dan Greenberg, provides a glimmer of hope that conservation efforts over the last five decades have not been in vain: http://ow.ly/T9Dp50Couwo SFU Science

We miss being on campushow about you? Thanks to @xo_cat on Instagram for these beautiful sunset shots from #SFU's Burnaby Campus as we head into rain and snow for the next few months. P.S. We love sharing photos of our campuses! Head over to Instagram and tag us @simonfraseru in your photos of campus for a chance to be featured on our page.

#SFU's newest building at its #Surrey campus has been certified #LEED gold for its commitment to sustainability. http://www.sfu.ca//surrey-building-nets-leed-gold-certific SFU Surrey

COVID-19 is taking a toll on everyone’s mental wellbeing, but research that these threats to mental health are not experienced equally. Tomorrow at noon, #SFU's Julia Smith and Kelley Lee, researchers on the Gender and COVID-19 Project, will lead a discussion on how gender relates to unequal mental health outcomes under the pandemic, and how intersectional gender-based policies can prevent and address these inequities for women, men and non-binary people. RSVP now: http://o...w.ly/wnnu50CogCq SFU Public Square SFU Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue CityHive

Jo-Anne Ray joined SFU Publishing in 1995 as its first staff member. Twenty-five years later, she remains the program’s sole staff personand it’s no surprise to anyone who knows her that she received a 2019 SFU Staff Achievement Award for Lifetime Achievement, recognizing her dedication to #SFU. http://ow.ly/VZR150CogwC Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology

A private social network that helps children cope with their emotional needs during COVID-19 is #SFU professor Alissa Antle’s latest research project, in partnership with digital health company Curatio. http://ow.ly/ELaa50CncWb Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology ... School of Interactive Arts + Technology See more

Do you have your tickets to this year's Faculty Smackdown Debate yet? Join us this Thursday, November 26 to find out which #SFU faculty member is the biggest Gnome-It-All! All proceeds from this event are going to United Way of the Lower Mainland to support members of our local community. http://ow.ly/XybD50CtyAk

Curious where your degree can take you? Connect with 150+ employers, graduate schools, volunteer organizations and professional programs at the West Coast Virtual Career Fairs, hosted by #SFU, University of British Columbia, and University of Victoria: http://ow.ly/gCPS50Cm4BJ SFU Student Central SFU Alumni

#SFU is currently undertaking a process to select its next Vice-President, Research & International. Members of the SFU community are invited to share your feedback to help shape the position description and candidate profile by taking a short survey. Take the survey: http://ow.ly/bmQS50ClVZd SFU Surrey ... SFU Vancouver SFU Student Central See more

#SFU economists found that a nationwide mask mandate instituted in mid-July would have reduced weekly cases by up to 40 per cent by mid-August. http://ow.ly/W67250BTKMK The Telegraph

#SFU researchers Paul Tupper and Caroline Colijn have found that physical distancing is universally effective at reducing the spread of #COVID-19, while social bubbles and masks are more situation-dependent. The researchers developed a model to test the effectiveness of measures such as physical distancing, masks or social bubbles when used in various settings. The model suggests that physical distancing was effective at reducing COVID-19 transmission in all settings but the... effectiveness of social bubbles depends on whether chances of transmission are high or low. Read more: http://ow.ly/OPJx50CsrF7

Curious why Cannabidiol (#CBD) is at the heart of so many health claims? One of #SFU's PhD students decided to try and find out. http://ow.ly/wKKF50Cke0M SFU Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies... SFU Science See more

Calling all #SFU students: you're invited to a virtual Budget Information Session this afternoon, November 23, to hear about SFU's proposed 2021-22 budget and ask questions of SFU’s executive. To learn more about the event and read FAQs about the budget, visit the Finance website: http://ow.ly/8N0D50CqNtA SFU Student Central

"The Building Community and Sense of Belonging project aims to provide a positive, healthy and exciting environment in which students learn and thrive." #SFU's Student Experience Initiative connected with thousands of students through fire pits, games lounges, interviews and submissions. Their efforts were recognized with an honourable mention by The International Association for Public Participation. http://ow.ly/l05X50BTxhT

On behalf of #SFU, President Joy Johnson sends warm Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas greetings to our friends near and far. May the year ahead bring you and your loved ones peace, prosperity and good health.

As Canada's engaged university, and a founding sponsor of the Indian Summer Festival, #SFU is proud of the remarkable relationship we have had with the festival over the past decade. Congratulations, and thanks to ISF for ten years of art, culture and ideas!

Global executive Frode Strand-Nielsen honed his leadership skills as an international student athlete at #SFU. Now the former men’s soccer captain is empowering female student athletes with a $1-million gift to his alma mater. The investment will provide female student athletes with the resources they need to succeed on and off the field, enable SFU to attract top student-athletes across the globe and inspire high performance. ... http://www.sfu.ca//global-executive-and-sfu-alumnus-change SFUAlumni SFU Athletics

#SFU researchers push the conventional limits of brain injury recovery while helping retired military Captain Trevor Greene recover from a brain injury he sustained in Afghanistan. Their new study shows the brain can be rewired with a special stimulator & physio. Learn more: http://ow.ly/VXdk50BSO8l

Welcome to #SFU’s newest department, World Languages and Literature! Find out what WLL is all about and join the SFU Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences tomorrow night to celebrate their launch. The event will feature Writer-In-Residence Anosh Irani and a chance to win a signed copy of his book! http://ow.ly/cTvg50BSrFP

Did you know that there is a 30% chance of a major earthquake hitting southwestern BC in the next 50 years? This Thursday, Oct. 15th at 10 a.m., #SFU is participating in the annual ShakeOut BC earthquake drill! Download the SFU snap app to receive a drill notification and get prepared to DROP, COVER, HOLD ON. Learn more: http://www.sfu.ca/shakeout

#SFU gerontology professor Andrew Wister is part of a team of researchers that just received $4M to study how widespread #COVID19 infection is among older adults in Canada, and the different impacts the pandemic is having on them. http://ow.ly/Ar8P50BRwxV

Used furniture from SFU Surrey has found a new home with local community organizationsbenefiting the environment as well as fantastic organizations like The Centre For Child Development and the Lookout Housing & Health Society. http://ow.ly/PnZX50BRuGH

Each year, #SFU detects more than 2000 instances of unauthorized access to SFU accountsmostly due to stolen, phished or guessed online credentials. That’s why, by the end of 2021, the entire SFU community will be required to use multi-factor authentication (MFA) when accessing SFU systems. Learn more: http://ow.ly/jh2V50BOvSv

Rosaline Baik works on the SFU Surrey campus to help new students smoothly transition from high school to university. That’s the simple description of her job at the SFU Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, but it doesn’t convey how she puts her heart into everything she does for her students. Learn why Rosaline earned an #SFU 2019 Staff Achievement Award for Student Service: http://ow.ly/J2bd50BOvwT

Simon Fraser University is once again Canada’s top comprehensive university, according to Maclean's Magazine's 2021 university rankings. The university has ranked number one for 12 of the past 13 years. Maclean's noted key strengths such as #SFU's commitment to sustainability, wellness, and commitment to global interdependence: http://ow.ly/rzTj50BNLar

During our virtual October 2020 Convocation ceremony, #SFU is conferring honorary degrees on two exceptional Canadians. Meet Mina Shuman award-winning Canadian filmmaker, screenwriter, producer and director. An important voice for diversity in film, her acclaimed body of work has premiered at film festivals around the globe. Learn more: http://ow.ly/Uohw50BNvy1 #MySFUGrad2020

Undergrad students: we want to hear from you! Check your #SFU email account for an invite to the annual Undergraduate Student Survey. It takes just 15 mins to fill outthis is your chance to make your opinions heard. http://ow.ly/oGCw50BNnU3