Simon Fraser University

06/24/2026

Can large organizations like universities make their technology more gender inclusive, even when constrained by outdated systems?

SFU research led by Megh Marathe shows that meaningful inclusion goes beyond adding more options on a form. It also requires addressing how gender is handled behind the scenes.

Even within system limitations, institutions can still build trust and reduce harm by treating inclusion as an ongoing process, not a one-time fix. Based on interviews with 23 trans and gender-diverse students and staff at a public university, the study shows what matters most is accuracy, transparency and giving people more agency over their data.

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Can large organizations like universities make their technology more gender inclusive, even when constrained by outdated systems?

06/23/2026

As intersession courses come to a close, we wish the best of luck to all students taking final exams this week. Summer is only a few exams away! 📖💪

06/23/2026

The Senate Committee on University Honours invites members of the community to nominate deserving people for an honorary degree.

As the highest honour conferred by the university, honorary degrees are awarded to distinguished individuals in recognition of their achievements or for their exceptional contributions to the public good.

Get your submission in before the September 25, 2026 deadline!

https://www.sfu.ca/convocation/honorary-degrees/nominations.html

06/22/2026

Summer term just be like that 😫

Hot tip☀️: If you can’t bring the sun to your studying, take your studying out to the sun!

06/22/2026

As families get ready for outdoor summer adventures, an SFU study has found that alcohol significantly reduces the chance of youths being rescued from drowning.

Vienna Lam, a recent PhD graduate in the School of Criminology, and Centre for Forensic Research, analyzed 11 years of forensic data relating to drowning deaths among those aged 18 and under across Canada.

The aim was to understand why attempted rescues were made in some cases, but not others, with a view to informing policy makers and the wider public.

“When people drown it’s not like in films – there’s no splashing around or loud noises. It’s almost a silent killer,” says Lam.

“We have water all around us in B.C. with beautiful coastlines, lakes and amazing rivers. But if you are not aware of the dangers, or do not have appropriate supervision, then these environments can be incredibly dangerous.”

The findings indicate that the presence of alcohol quadruples the chance of no rescue attempt.

“When there's alcohol present, it greatly increases the risk of there not being a rescue attempt, even if the person in trouble is not drinking,” says Lam.

“This could be because drinking is often a social activity, and their peers who would normally be considered capable guardians were actually impaired.

“It was shocking to see how often alcohol involvement was identified as a contributing factor in the death of the person – even children, which is often associated with the guardian being inebriated.

“These results really highlight the importance of parents avoiding impairment and staying vigilant when their child is in water.”

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As families get ready for outdoor summer adventures, an SFU study has found that alcohol significantly reduces the chance of youths being rescued from drowning.

06/19/2026

Another sunny summer day on campus and it looks like you're taking full advantage - who can blame you! ☀️

Have a great weekend, everyone and stay cool!

06/19/2026

What does it take to turn a research idea into a company that changes lives?

Human in Motion Robotics Inc., Photonic Inc., Lungpacer Medical Inc and Moment Energy have each followed different paths from innovation to commercialization supported by SFU’s innovation ecosystem. Their success stories demonstrate how creator-owned intellectual property, commercialization support, entrepreneurial training and industry partnerships can help researchers and students bring ideas to life.

That ecosystem of support has helped earn SFU recognition as Canada's top university in the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) for the sixth consecutive year.

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Through the stories of these successful spinoff companies, SFU supports researchers and founders in developing and scaling new ventures. Its innovation ecosystem provides the flexibility, connections and support needed to move ideas forward, reflected in its recognition as Canada’s top university ...

06/17/2026

A tiny perspective on one of life’s biggest milestones ☁️

06/16/2026

Simon Fraser University recently collaborated with the University of British Columbia and the University of Victoria to organize the Pacific Political Science Undergraduate Conference on Saturday, May 2, at SFU Harbour Centre.

The first event of its kind, the conference was organized by SFU International Studies Student Association and their journal, Confluence, as well as Political Science Student Unions of all the three universities and featured research published in their respective undergraduate journals.

Simon Fraser University recently collaborated with the University of British Columbia and the University of Victoria to organize the Pacific Political Science Undergraduate Conference on Saturday, May 2, at SFU Harbour Centre. The first event of its kind, the conference was organized by SFU Internat...

06/15/2026

Feeding or approaching wildlife can increase unsafe encounters and harm animals. Help keep wildlife wild by properly disposing of garbage and keeping your distance. Learn how to help keep wildlife and the campus community safe at SFU Wildlife Safety.

https://www.sfu.ca/srs/campus-safety-security/public-safety/safety-guides/wildlife.html