SFU Global Community

Building an inclusive community and promoting intercultural diversity at SFU through the Peer Progra

07/11/2022

Hello SFU Global Community Members 🙋‍️

We are moving!

As of Friday, July 29th, we will no longer be updating this page.

Don’t you worry though, we haven’t gone far! Stay connected with us through our brand new SFU Global Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/302903602053801/

Hope to see you there! 😉

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Want to connect with peers and test your knowledge around Global Trivia, Vancouver History, SFU Resources, and Pop Culture? 🤔

Join the SFU Global Community for a fun round of Global Jeopardy!

Did we mention prizes? ...There will be fun prizes to win! 🏆

*Note that only SFU students are eligible for the prizes.

Date: Friday, June 24
Time: 3:30 to 5:30 pm (PT)
Where: In person at the Global Student Centre (AQ 2013), SFU Burnaby Campus

⏰ Visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/global-jeopardy-tickets-361102927577 to register today!

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Calling SFU Global Community Members, got a story to tell?
There is still time to share your story AND enter our prize draw for a chance to win one of six $25 SFU Bookstore Spirit Shop gift cards! First 5 participants also receive a free SFU scarf! 🧣

Have you participated in the Global Connections Program in the past or are you part of the program now? We would love to hear from you. ☀️

Your stories help motivate future students to get involved and enjoy the benefits of taking part in an inclusive and sharing community.

Note: Your stories may be selected to be featured in our social media channels and the GCP website.

This is only open to current or previous GCP Community Leaders or Members and current SFU students.

*If you have shared your story previously, you would not be eligible.

Extended Deadline is August 1st, 11:59pm (PT). Make sure to submit your stories before then!

Visit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QNG9Fj-Vj0am6Hk3nTAjjQFOkn7Fbl4t9bjw87zD9Gc/edit to learn more about what you can talk about, along with the format and submission guidelines.

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05/27/2022

Today, May 27 between 9:30 - 11:30 am!

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Do you have a quick non-immigration related question for an International Student Advisor? Do you need transition support or have a question surrounding medical insurance?

Join us for Non-Immigration Virtual Drop-In Advising on Zoom today, May 26th between 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm.

Join Zoom via link: https://sfu.zoom.us/j/92332690288?pwd=cjUzbFVNZGUrbFVqSTg2Z0RiS2FNdz09Or Meeting ID: 923 3269 0288

Non-Immigration Virtual Drop-In Advising is best suited for quick, specific questions that can be addressed in approximately 5-10 minutes.

To learn more about our drop-in advising services and other ways to connect with us, please visit our Contact Us page: https://www.sfu.ca/students/isap/contact.html

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Want to bee part of the HIVE and share your knowledge with new students as they arrive at SFU?

Apply to be a HIVE Welcome Leader!

We're looking for students from all faculties to facilitate social and orientation activities this fall. Work around your schedule and receive an honorarium at the end of the program.

Apply on MyInvolvement: http://ow.ly/x7Yc50J1Cnj

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New International Students! Your international medical insurance with guard.me@SFU is temporary. Learn about BC Medical Services Plan and how to apply here: http://www.sfu.ca/medical-insurance.html

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⏰ Exchange applications due 11:59 pm, May 25!

Are you interested in living abroad and immersing yourself in the host culture, while internationalizing your SFU degree and resume? Discover a Global Education: Develop Skills, Expand Perspectives, Create Connections!

The applications for limited Fall 2022 and/or Spring 2023 exchange terms (remaining spaces) are now open!

Second round application deadline: May 25, 2022 @ 11.59 PM (PST).

Check out our Exchanges www.sfu.ca/students/studyabroad/exchanges page for destination, eligibility, terms available, and application information. You can also find a list of the terms and institutions available.

www.sfu.ca/studyabroad/exchanges

📸: Kate M. (2018)

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Are you an international student looking for support? SFU International Services for Students offers immigration and non-immigration support. Connect with an advisor to talk about medical insurance, study and work permits, SIN or visas! http://ow.ly/h2Nk50JcCeH

Transition into university can be hard, but having a mentor, and more importantly, a friend, to make your experience fun can help! Join SFU Global Community if you’re interested in connecting with a diverse group of students for ongoing support and social events! http://ow.ly/5Ynf50JcCeL

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The International Services for Students offices are closed for Victoria Day on Monday, May 23, 2022.

Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, May 24, 2022.

For Us, By Us - A Curated Community Space For Healing 05/20/2022

For Us, By Us - A Curated Community Space For Healing Following the events of May 14th and the ongoing trauma of anti-Black racism, SFU’s Black Caucus will be convening space curated for those who id...

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Do you have a quick question for an International Student Advisor? Do you need support with Canadian immigration documents and rules (i.e., study and work permits), work eligibility, enrollment requirements, or medical insurance?

Join us for In-Person International Student Drop-In Advising at the Global Student Centre (AQ 2013) at the SFU Burnaby Campus today, May 20 between 9 - 10:30 am.

In-Person Drop-In Advising is best suited for quick, specific questions that can be addressed in approximately 5-10 minutes. To learn more about our drop-in advising services and other ways to connect with us, please visit our Contact Us page: https://www.sfu.ca/students/isap/contact.html

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Life in Vancouver Guide is designed to provide an overview Vancouver, its culture and sights. Whether you are in Vancouver or Canada, or abroad – this is your chance to learn more about what this vibrant city has to offer.

Register for the Canvas course: https://www.sfu.ca/students/intercultural-engagement/life-in-vancouver.html

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Looking for an opportunity to support students from international pathways, and contribute to intercultural experience?

Join the Global Connections Program as a Community Leader, to gain skills and knowledge around mentorship, intercultural communication, teamwork, event planning, and time management.

Applications are open for a limited time, apply by May 22nd, 2022 11:59pm (PT)!

Click here to learn more and apply: http://ow.ly/uXse50J9wMk

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New to studying and living in BC? Make sure you have an adequate medical insurance coverage: http://www.sfu.ca/medical-insurance.html

Want to learn more about medical insurance you are required to have for the duration of your studies at SFU? Join us on Tuesday, May 24 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm (PT)

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/medical-insurance-for-sfu-international-students-registration-335472405997

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Interested in learning about about medical insurance that is required for the duration of your studies at SFU?

Join our presenters who will cover key topics regarding medical insurance for international students at SFU, and give you a chance to ask any questions you have!

Date: May 24th, 2022
Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm (PT)
Where: Zoom

Learn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/medical-insurance-for-sfu-international-students-registration-335472405997

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Summer is almost here! Are you an international student at SFU and wondering if you can take the Summer 2022 term off? Thinking about taking on an exciting summer job but not sure if you are eligible to work? If so, visit our website for more information about these topics and important considerations to keep in mind!
http://ow.ly/PhCZ50Iv9zP

05/05/2022

✨ The SFU Global Community took a trip to Rogers Arena on March 12th, 2022 to watch a professional game of Lacrosse, and learn the rich history of one of Canada’s national sports. GCP members and Community Leaders had the chance to join the lively and energetic crowd in cheering on the Vancouver Warriors team.

Thank you to all of those who were able to make it to our event, we hope you had an amazing time connecting with your peers, while being immersed in Canadian sport culture! 🥍

Want to participate in our program and join in on the fun social events? GCP Fall 2022 membership registration is open. 👀
Register here: https://www.sfu.ca/students/intercultural-engagement/globalcommunity.html?fbclid=IwAR0w3WODDV_GfzOWRlG52H-gDQ9kvXG-4oXK1QHuAaMcZbPzjYK8Vpj5MOw

SFU Student Central

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International students! All qualified BC residents must apply for BC Medical Services Plan. View our medical insurance flowchart and Medical Insurance website below to see if you need to take action.

International Graduate Student ➡️ http://www.sfu.ca/medica.../g-international-us-students.html
International Undergraduate Student ➡️ http://www.sfu.ca/medical.../international-us-students.html
International Teaching Assistant ➡️ http://www.sfu.ca/.../international-teaching-assistants.html

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Are you looking for an opportunity to foster your leadership & advocacy skills, nurture your humility & compassion and transform yourself and others? The WUSC SFU Local Committee is a student-led club to support education for refugee youth and is recruiting an Administrative Assistant!

Applications are open until May 13, 2022 11:59 PM PT on MyInvolvement (ID:5752)

Find us on https://myinvolvement.sfu.ca/home.htm, and apply today!

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04/28/2022

⭐The GCP community had an amazing experience visiting the Museum of Vancouver🏛 ! Our members and Community Leaders had the chance to explore the exciting exhibits on display and learn more about the diverse communities that have helped to shape Vancouver.

We were immersed in the different Vancouver sub-cultures — the “ugly” neon sign exhibit, Boarder X, and the 1950s exhibit were among some of our favourites — there was even a working jukebox 🎵! Afterwards, we retired to a local coffeeshop to warm ourselves up ☕

Thank you to all of those who were able to make it to our event! 💛We hope you all had an amazing time and were able to engage with peers while learning about the rich history of Vancouver! ✨

Want to participate in our program and join in on the fun social events? GCP Fall 2022 membership registration is open 👀 Register here: https://www.sfu.ca/students/intercultural-engagement/globalcommunity.html



SFU Student Central Museum of Vancouver

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Are you looking for an opportunity to foster your leadership & advocacy skills, nurture your humility & compassion and transform yourself and others? The WUSC SFU Local Committee is a student-led club to support education for refugee youth and is recruiting a Local Committee Chair!

Applications are open until May 9, 2022 11:59 PM PT on MyInvolvement (ID:5753)

Find us on https://myinvolvement.sfu.ca/home.htm, and apply today

SFU Student Central SFU Career and Volunteer Services

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Did you know that the Simon Fraser University Food Pantry is now open in MBC? 👏

The SFU Pantry is a food bank for students in need of emergency food and hygiene supplies. Bring your own grocery bag and collect perishable and non-perishable items based on your preference. They are open Wednesdays from 12-3pm on the lower level of MBC. Bring your student ID!

The Pantry is made possible through the generous support of the Burnaby Neighbourhood House, Greater Vancouver Food Bank, United Way of the Lower Mainland, Food Banks Canada, SFU Ancillary Services and the SFU Office of Community Engagement.

Photos from SFU Global Community's post 04/22/2022

🏛 Creating meaningful connections with peers and exploring what our community has to offer together are main goals of the Global Connections Program.

⭐ GCP visited the Museum of Vancouver in Vanier Park on February 26, 2022. Our members and Community Leaders had the chance to explore the exciting exhibits on display and learn more about the diverse communities that have helped to shape Vancouver.

Thank you to all of those who were able to make it to our event! 💛We hope you all had an amazing time and were able to engage with peers while learning about the rich history of Vancouver! ✨

Want to participate in our program and join in on the fun social events? GCP Fall 2022 membership registration is open 👀
Register here: https://www.sfu.ca/students/intercultural-engagement/globalcommunity.html



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SFU Global Connections Program

As part of the Global Community at SFU initiative, the Global Connections Program is led by a team of dedicated student staff and volunteers, known as Community Leaders. This is a peer-support program designed to help new students from international pathways including those who transfer from other Canadian post-secondary institutions. This program provides the opportunity to learn about the culture of SFU while making new friends and exploring what the community has to offer.

Participating in the Global Connections Program is a strongly recommended step for students from international pathways. This program is open to all SFU undergraduate students and who are:


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