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Student Stories Visual Catalogue
Purpose of this page: visually cataloguing all student related stories on our website, and being a visual checklist that will update once the respective pages are as well to keep tabs on which pages have or haven't been worked on yet.
Task list
- adjust thumbnails (1:1; 600x600px)
- FoE and You image tab images are 4464x2976px (3:2)
- News banners are 2000x685 (roughly 16:9; this should be kept consistent. For some reason, there are pixel variations in the DAM, which should not be the case - may need to revisit workflow to ensure pixel-accurate dimensions).
- Student XP pages should use their profile pics the same way as 'Share your story' does for image tab (the banner style)
- show tags? all pages should be properly tagged
- all pages should have respective description
Question
Would it merit considering having all image tab images use the 3:2 aspect ratio or the 16:9?
Student Experience stories: Thumbnail View
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"For as long as I remember, I have always had an affinity for teaching."
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"I'm very interested in issues such as international education, intercultural communication, intercultural sensitivity, and identity issues in language learning."
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Tania Bakas from the MA in Counselling Psychology Program.
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December 03, 2025
December 03, 2025
“We help each other when we have some problems or challenges in our own curriculum and in our own teaching fields. That's what I appreciate, the program transcends what we learned in the classroom, and it moves on with us even if we're done the program.”
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Michelle from the MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Innovations in Mathematics Education program.
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Liang Cao from the PhD in Languages, Cultures and Literacies Program.
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"Studying at SFU allows me to pursue my career while accessing a world-class education."
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David Chang from the PhD in Educational Theory and Practice: Curriculum and Pedagogy Stream Program.
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Katy Deo from the MEd in Educational Practice Program.
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"Being a PhD student at the same time as a full-time mom comes with its challenges but I am happy to have the opportunity to do both."
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"The faculty and staff were very welcoming and helpful during my PhD search process."
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From a remarkably young age, Aneesa Hashimi knew she wanted a career working with children.
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Evelyn Hunter from the Professional Linking Program (PLP).
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"My desire to make a positive change in my community, the society and the world inspires me to learn and continue my education."
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How this accountant turned teacher took her career from Delhi to Surrey.
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Even for experienced educators, teaching in a new country can be a daunting and often complicated experience. But for Simerpreet Kaur Bains, getting certified in British Columbia was an “incredible and unforgettable journey.”
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My time in the mathematics education program at SFU has been life-changing for me as a teacher."
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When it came time to apply for university, undergraduate student Emerly Liu knew SFU was the right place for her. But she didn’t anticipate just how rewarding the experience would be.
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Lacey Pasemko from the MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Innovations in Mathematics Education program.
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Perpetua from the MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Post-Secondary program.
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"I would like to work with French immersion students and possibly heritage language students."
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Linda Rohr from the MA in Educational Psychology Program.
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Have you ever thought about starting a new career before dismissing the idea? Think again, says Glenn Ross.
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"My profession has allowed me to teach in Nunavik with the Inuit, in Nepal, in Sri Lanka and in a French International School in Vancouver."
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"Curiosity and a love of learning, combined with a desire to better understand the teaching and learning process, are what compel me to keep learning."
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"New concepts and perspectives, urge me to learn more and the environment at SFU motivates me further to continue education."
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Ruby Stovern from the the MEd in Educational Leadership: K-12 program.
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"The program involved vulnerable, yet deeply cathartic work, and it was transformative both professionally and personally. I learned so much about myself, and it was therapeutic as much as it was educational."
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Learning to teach in French can be a little intimidating, but for PDP - French module student Sofie Van De Keere, the decision "est venue naturellement" (came naturally)
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Sunshine Willms from the Professional Linking Program (PLP).
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General Student stories: Thumbnail view
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April 22, 2026
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April 15, 2026
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April 15, 2026
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April 01, 2026
April 01, 2026
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February 26, 2026
February 26, 2026
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November 20, 2025
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October 17, 2025
Harshaan Randhawa’s inquiry of identity, growth and resilience
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October 17, 2025
How Akhila Mangalvedhe’s MEd experience began with curiosity and led to new opportunities
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October 14, 2025
Kurtis Stangl’s transformative approach to alternative education
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October 09, 2025
Sam le Riche’s EdD story of academic and personal growth
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October 09, 2025
How Briar Elliott’s MEd experience built confidence and a commitment to champion student success
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October 07, 2025
October 07, 2025
Alyssa Choroszewski’s MEd journey of growth and possibility
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October 07, 2025
Kim Hollmann’s path to inclusive educational leadership
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September 02, 2025
Inspired by her mother’s love of teaching, Rachel Upton’s journey through the Faculty of Education was marked by discovery, setbacks, and ultimately, a triumphant return to the classroom—reinforced by newfound connections and a transformed sense of purpose.
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August 29, 2025
August 29, 2025
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June 10, 2025
June 10, 2025
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June 05, 2025
June 05, 2025
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June 04, 2025
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June 04, 2025
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June 04, 2025
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April 03, 2025
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March 18, 2025
March 18, 2025
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February 27, 2025
February 27, 2025
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January 22, 2025
January 22, 2025
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October 23, 2024
October 23, 2024
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October 11, 2024
October 11, 2024
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October 11, 2024
October 11, 2024
"We must never give up, no matter how challenging the circumstances, and strive for excellence at every opportunity. When the work is strong, its significance becomes undeniable."
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October 09, 2024
October 09, 2024
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October 08, 2024
October 08, 2024
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September 11, 2024
September 11, 2024
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August 29, 2025
August 29, 2025
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June 14, 2024
June 14, 2024
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June 14, 2024
June 14, 2024
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June 12, 2024
June 12, 2024
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June 12, 2024
June 12, 2024
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June 11, 2024
June 11, 2024
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June 10, 2024
June 10, 2024
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May 13, 2024
May 13, 2024
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May 07, 2024
May 07, 2024
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April 29, 2024
April 29, 2024
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April 11, 2024
April 11, 2024
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April 03, 2024
April 03, 2024
Qinghua Chen and Chris Kerslake will be completing on behalf of the Faculty in the 3MT SFU Final taking place virtually on April 6!
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March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024
"I have become an educator who now prioritizes developing meaningful relationships with my students," shares Eduardo. "I allocate time to collectively explore how our identities influence our learning processes and critically analyze how course content can be applied to guide decisions in our lives. Before, I focused solely on covering content during class time, but now, I invest more time in cultivating pedagogical relationships with my students and colleagues and I spend time learning about their educational priorities."
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March 21, 2024
March 21, 2024
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March 11, 2024
March 11, 2024
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March 11, 2024
March 11, 2024
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February 15, 2024
February 15, 2024
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February 08, 2024
February 08, 2024
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November 24, 2023
November 24, 2023
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November 21, 2023
November 21, 2023
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November 20, 2023
November 20, 2023
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October 31, 2023
October 31, 2023
Celebrating our exceptional Education Alumni!
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October 26, 2023
October 26, 2023
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October 19, 2023
October 19, 2023
Kristen Abeyewardene, a seasoned educator with nearly two decades of experience in the Coquitlam School District, shares her academic journey
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September 07, 2023
September 07, 2023
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August 25, 2023
August 25, 2023
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July 27, 2023
July 27, 2023
Doctoral student Sabrina Ngo discusses her experiences in the Educational Theory & Practice: Curriculum & Pedagogy Stream program.
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June 13, 2023
June 13, 2023
This year, we introduced a new, unique tradition—the Message Tree, a heartfelt testament to the incredible support and inspiration shared among the graduating class.
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June 09, 2023
June 09, 2023
Emmalee Rao shares insights into her undergraduate journey and her aspirations for the future.
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June 08, 2023
June 08, 2023
As one of SFU's most outstanding graduate students from the Faculty of Education, Dr. Natalie Frandsen is recognized with the Dean of Graduate Studies Convocation Medal.
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June 07, 2023
June 07, 2023
Embark on a transformative journey alongside Mohammad Alhannash, as he overcomes personal and academic challenges, embraces diverse perspectives, and emerges as an exceptional language educator, leaving an enduring legacy of inspiration and change.
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June 06, 2023
June 06, 2023
As one of SFU's most outstanding graduate students from the Faculty of Education, Dr. Tanya Behrisch is recognized with the Dean of Graduate Studies Convocation Medal.
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May 19, 2023
Amplifying Student Voices: Land-Based Education Reflections by PDP Students in Francophone EducationMay 19, 2023
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May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023
Elaina Buenaventura, who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology, gifted us with their reflections about the forum and the importance of cross-cultural considerations and practices.
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May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023
The Faculty of Education is excited to have partnered with SFU Public Square, Moving Forward, The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, the SFU Knowledge Mobilization Hub, and the SFU Surrey-TD Community Engagement Centre for the Cross-Cultural Mental Health: Research and Practice Forum on May 5.
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April 12, 2023
April 12, 2023
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April 13, 2023
April 13, 2023
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April 11, 2023
April 11, 2023
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March 29, 2023
March 29, 2023
Qinghua Chen and Chris Kerslake will be completing on behalf of the Faculty in the 3MT SFU Final taking place virtually on April 6!
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August 29, 2025
August 29, 2025
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February 10, 2023
February 10, 2023
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August 29, 2025
August 29, 2025
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February 06, 2023
February 06, 2023
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January 30, 2023
January 30, 2023
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January 04, 2023
January 04, 2023
Teachers are in high demand. AHCOTE provides prospective teachers the opportunity to pursue education close to home and begin fulfilling careers in communities they know and love.
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December 07, 2022
December 07, 2022
The funding from SSHRC will allow Carr the ability to pursue her proposed research full-time on agricultural extension policies and programs, particularly in mobile learning (mLearning) interventions in Jamaica and exploring the challenges and possibilities it could have on remote communities and for women farmers.
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October 12, 2022
October 12, 2022
Last week (October 6 & 7), over 1800 students across the university crossed the stage and graduated, making the transition from students to SFU Alumni, including many from the Faculty of Education!
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October 06, 2022
October 06, 2022
Dr. Katherine Mulski, Doctor in Educational Practice graduand, shares her experiences as a student in the education faculty and the process of reconnecting with herself and fostering resiliency, telling her story through photography.
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September 07, 2022
September 07, 2022
Len Pierre, member of Katzie First Nation and founder of his own Indigenous consulting firm, Len Pierre Consulting, says doing his Master of Education degree at SFU helped lay the foundation for the principles and practices he brings to his work facilitating Indigenous cultural safety training, reconciliation, decolonization and anti-racism in large organizations.
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June 10, 2022
June 10, 2022
Congratulations to Dr. Shiva Hajian and Dr. David Chang, recipients of the Graduate Convocation Medal!
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June 07, 2022
June 07, 2022
For graduand and student speaker Joanna Fraser, her passion and drive for reconciliation and nursing education comes from a lifelong journey of professional and personal experiences, beginning as a child immigrating to Canada from Nakaru East Africa.
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April 01, 2022
April 01, 2022
Qinghua Chen and Chris Kerslake will be completing on behalf of the Faculty in the 3MT SFU Final taking place virtually on April 6!
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March 03, 2022
March 03, 2022
Dr. Sheree Rodney has had a passion for school and teaching since childhood. However, her interest in mathematics education became apparent while pursuing teacher training studies. At the time, there were very few teacher candidates with an interest in mathematics. She saw that as a gap and an opportunity to make a difference.
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January 31, 2022
January 31, 2022
Congratulations to our graduate students in the Faculty of Education and their supervisors for their success in the recent national SSHRC graduate scholarship competitions!
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October 08, 2021
October 08, 2021
Indigenous student Chérie Baker, of Skwxwú7mesh Úxwimixw (Squamish Nation), entered the field of education as a result of the significant impact and trauma endured by her family as a result of the residential school system.
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September 21, 2021
September 21, 2021
As a PhD student in the Faculty of Education, Tinglin’s research explores the social identities of Indigenous and Black youth, particularly those with learning “disability” labels.
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June 30, 2021
June 30, 2021
If you didn’t know her, you could easily dismiss Alexandra Patzak as an exceptional doctoral graduate who is being awarded with the top honour of a dean’s convocation medal. This is an incredible achievement to be celebrated—and one that Patzak accomplished alongside her unique experience as a student with a visual impairment navigating university life.
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June 30, 2021
June 30, 2021
Dr. Louise St. Pierre’s thesis, Baskets of Offerings: Design, nature, animism, and pedagogy, investigates alternate ways of knowing and learning that help designers intuit the extent to which our creations involve all human and more-than-human forms of life. Her research draws extensively from the wisdom traditions as well as contemplative practices.
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June 28, 2021
June 28, 2021
Susan Luu remembers feeling anxious and overwhelmed on her first day at SFU. But the feelings quickly dissipated as she was immediately embraced by the Welcome Day leaders and Faculty of Education community.
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June 25, 2021
June 25, 2021
Like many first-year students, Emerly Liu arrived at SFU knowing next to no-one. Feeling excited but anxious to meet new friends, she came up with a plan to find the people who would help her navigate university life. So successful was this strategy that she has now developed a guide to getting involved for all SFU students.
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February 12, 2021
February 12, 2021
PhD student Estella Kuchta’s new historical fiction and romance novel Finding the Daydreamer, published in September 2020, tells the story of a young ranch wife’s life being turned upside down. Fleeing a dangerous husband, she and her young daughter endure a wild and unexpected adventure through Depression-era cowboy country in central British Columbia. All the while, she longs to reunite with the cowboy who compels her heart.
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January 21, 2021
January 21, 2021
The Kris Magnusson Emerging Leaders Graduate Award in Education was established at Simon Fraser University in 2019 with generous gifts from friends and colleagues of Kris Magnusson in honour of his decade as Dean of Education.
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July 31, 2020
July 31, 2020
Overcoming unexpected personal obstacles and persevering when times get tough has been graduate student Elaine Harder’s motto throughout her life.
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September 01, 2020
September 01, 2020
Congratulations to doctoral candidate Michelle Sylliboy who tied to win the Published Poetry in English prize at the third annual Indigenous Voices Awards for her book Kiskajeyi—I am Ready (Rebel Mountain Press)!
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August 07, 2020
August 07, 2020
Aneesa Hashimi, a second year Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) student in the Faculty of Education, has always had a passion for working with children.
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July 31, 2020
July 31, 2020
Zhao’s research proposal Situating Radicalization as a Learned Outcome of Interpersonal Experience aims to philosophically elaborate upon the nature of the moral person within the context of education as well as the learning process intrinsic to its situations.
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June 23, 2020
June 23, 2020
Frandsen, a student in the Educational Technology & Learning Design (ETLD) PhD program, was recently announced as a 2020 recipient of the Joseph-Armand Bombardier scholarship, valued at $35,000 per year for three years.
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June 08, 2020
June 08, 2020
In her research, Dr. Olivia Kanna focused on identifying educational theories and practices that are successful in addressing trauma and finding wellbeing and healing in the language classroom.
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June 08, 2020
June 08, 2020
In her Educational Psychology PhD dissertation, What is Social Justice? Implications for the Field of Education, Dr. Erin Thrift sought to make sense of frequent and often vague references to “social justice.” Her research linked historic political events and shifts in sociopolitical thought to contemporary divergent views of, and confusion about, social justice.
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June 05, 2020
June 05, 2020
The Dean's Convocation Medal, awarded by the Senate Undergraduate Awards Adjudication Committee, recognizes graduating students whose grades place them in the top five per cent of their class.
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January 17, 2020
January 17, 2020
The award recognizes Poh's leadership and advocacy for positive change in the faculty having served as an Editor-in Chief and Managing Editor of the Educational Review Journal at Simon Fraser University and as a student Representative on the Faculty Council (Faculty of Education), the Graduate Programs Committee (Faculty of Education) and the Education Graduate Student Association.
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January 17, 2020
January 17, 2020
SSHRC’s Storytellers, an annual competition, challenges postsecondary students from around the country to show Canadians, in up to three minutes or 300 words, how social sciences and humanities research is affecting our lives, our world and our future for the better.
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January 09, 2020
January 09, 2020
After hearing positive feedback from peers who had taken part in exchanges, Gloria Tsang began researching study abroad opportunities at SFU. In 2011, the Bachelor of General Studies in Education student decided to further pursue her interest in environmental education by taking part in the Indonesia Field School — an experience described as life-changing.
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November 28, 2019
November 28, 2019
Leung and Lafresnaye were two of the student teachers invited to share their experiences at the Faculty of Education’s recent teacher education open house on November 20th.
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October 01, 2019
October 01, 2019
Coquitlam teacher Nicole McKenzie has 22 years of teaching behind her. But after spending the past two years as a student in a unique SFU master of education (MEd) program focused on nature-based and place-conscious learning, she has transformed her conventional approach to teaching—and her approach to life.
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September 20, 2019
September 20, 2019
A class of SFU graduate students initiated a pro-active move this summer to improve the Fraser River’s habitat for salmon. They worked with First Nations, school students, and community groups to plant 1,000 trees and indigenous plants along local creeks.
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August 08, 2019
August 08, 2019
Twenty years ago, SFU established a program that brought Vietnamese educators to campus to study education—then return home to apply what they learned. This week five alumni returned to SFU for a reunion and retrospective symposium, celebrating their successes and sharing how the experience has impacted Vietnam’s education system.
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June 29, 2019
June 29, 2019
As a member of the Cree Nation of Chisasibi in Northern Quebec, Smeja had earlier struggled as a clinical psychology undergrad, feeling tension from how the field has negatively impacted Indigenous peoples in the name of research and science.
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June 18, 2019
June 18, 2019
Ohana, a recent MEd ESE graduand and teacher in Surrey is seeking to become the New Democratic Party (NDP) candidate in Fleetwood–Port Kells.
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June 13, 2019
June 13, 2019
Congratulations to Dr. Zul Kanji and Dr. Dominic Trevisan, recipients of the Dean of Graduate Studies Convocation Medal! The Convocation Medals for graduate studies recognize graduating students from each faculty whose cumulative grade-point averages place them in the top five per cent of their class.
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June 10, 2019
June 10, 2019
“I had always dreamed of going to university,” says Barbara Wilson, who at 76 years is the oldest student to convocate with a graduate degree from Simon Fraser University this summer.
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June 10, 2019
Former New York City actress Angela Lundin, who is now a school teacher in Coquitlam, will convocate this month after completing an unconventional one-woman show for her MA thesis in the Faculty of Education.
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June 10, 2019
June 10, 2019
Carissa Keenan teaches at Harry Hooge elementary and was presented with a 2019 National Inclusive Education Award at an annual conference.
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May 14, 2019
May 14, 2019
For her thesis project, education grad Meghan Parker made an autobiographical graphic novel that argues for drawing to be recognized as a mode of scholarship.
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May 09, 2019
The 2019 $100,000 Cmolik Prize for the Enhancement of Public Education in B.C. has been awarded to Debbie Leighton-Stephens, Judy Halbert and Linda Kaser for their innovative Networks of Inquiry and Indigenous Education (NOIIE). The inquiry-oriented, evidence-based approach to learning and teaching has improved education in British Columbia.
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March 25, 2019
March 25, 2019
Nada El Masry, a Libyan-born Palestinian and ESE student (supervised by Dr. Ena Lee), is being recognized with a 2019 British Columbia Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Award. She received the award from B.C. Premier John Horgan on March 21, which was International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
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January 24, 2019
January 24, 2019
In my work as an educator and an activist, I have long wondered why it is so difficult for us to use the word “disability.” The word “special” and the notion of “special needs” are examples of the elaborate linguistic workarounds we have adopted to talk about disability.
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November 13, 2018
November 13, 2018
Finding your life’s passion often happens when you least expect it. And sometimes, that passion can take you in directions you never considered.
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July 30, 2018
July 30, 2018
Education master’s student Edmond Kilpatrick set out to reimagine his thesis in a new and imaginative way, using movement, dance and storytelling to present a topic often associated with stigma and discrimination.
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June 30, 2018
June 30, 2018
Nicole Wittenberg, graduate of the Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Counselling and Human Development program,will receive the Lieutenant Governor’s Silver Medal at this month’s convocation ceremony.
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June 12, 2018
June 12, 2018
To say that Dr. Sanja Boskovic goes above and beyond for her students is an understatement. As head of the Department of Power Engineering at BCIT and with a PhD in engineering from the University of Wisconsin, many would say she should be done with school. Yet Boskovic, 55, is graduating with an SFU PhD in educational technology and learning design this month after defending her thesis last fall.
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June 08, 2018
June 08, 2018
The award is given annually to elementary and secondary school teachers in all disciplines for their remarkable achievements in education and for their commitment to preparing their students for a digital and innovation-based economy.
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June 04, 2018
June 04, 2018
North Vancouver secondary school art teacher Meghan Parker is graduating this month from SFU with an MA in education and a special distinction. She is the first Canadian to complete a comic book thesis in an autobiographical form at SFU.
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March 08, 2018
March 08, 2018
Returning to university later in life is always a challenge, but Cheryl Schweizer, 53, of the Tlazt’en Nation, encountered more obstacles than usual.
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October 05, 2017
October 05, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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October 04, 2017
October 04, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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October 04, 2017
October 04, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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August 30, 2017
August 30, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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August 30, 2017
August 30, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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August 02, 2017
August 02, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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August 01, 2017
August 01, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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July 31, 2017
July 31, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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June 26, 2017
June 26, 2017
“Being in a class with an instructor and other students enriches your learning experience, I think. You can bounce ideas off of other people; it increases the clarity of some things when you are face to face.”
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June 26, 2017
June 26, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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June 06, 2017
June 06, 2017
For her dissertation, Pedagogical Efficacy of Argument Visualization Tools, Dr. Hui Niu developed a new online argumentation visualization tool which she calls the dialectical map. Students create dialectical maps by identifying and composing claims, evidence, and warrants and filling them in an online map. They then draw an integrated conclusion by evaluating arguments and counterarguments in a visually hierarchical structure.
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June 06, 2017
June 06, 2017
Dr. Ann Wilson is receiving two significant awards this year: A Convocation Medal for her achievements in her EdD program and an honorary degree from Kwantlen Polytechnic University for her significant contributions to her community since 1992.
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April 04, 2017
April 04, 2017
Equity Studies in Education (ESE) grad student, Annie Ohana, has been named as a recipient of the Prime Minister’s Excellence in Teaching award. Ohana, a teacher at L.A. Matheson Secondary in Surrey, is one of 6 British Columbia teachers to be recognized.
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"For as long as I remember, I have always had an affinity for teaching."
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"I'm very interested in issues such as international education, intercultural communication, intercultural sensitivity, and identity issues in language learning."
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Tania Bakas from the MA in Counselling Psychology Program.
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“We help each other when we have some problems or challenges in our own curriculum and in our own teaching fields. That's what I appreciate, the program transcends what we learned in the classroom, and it moves on with us even if we're done the program.”
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Michelle from the MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Innovations in Mathematics Education program.
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Liang Cao from the PhD in Languages, Cultures and Literacies Program.
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"Studying at SFU allows me to pursue my career while accessing a world-class education."
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David Chang from the PhD in Educational Theory and Practice: Curriculum and Pedagogy Stream Program.
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Katy Deo from the MEd in Educational Practice Program.
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"Being a PhD student at the same time as a full-time mom comes with its challenges but I am happy to have the opportunity to do both."
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"The faculty and staff were very welcoming and helpful during my PhD search process."
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From a remarkably young age, Aneesa Hashimi knew she wanted a career working with children.
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Evelyn Hunter from the Professional Linking Program (PLP).
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"My desire to make a positive change in my community, the society and the world inspires me to learn and continue my education."
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How this accountant turned teacher took her career from Delhi to Surrey.
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Even for experienced educators, teaching in a new country can be a daunting and often complicated experience. But for Simerpreet Kaur Bains, getting certified in British Columbia was an “incredible and unforgettable journey.”
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My time in the mathematics education program at SFU has been life-changing for me as a teacher."
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When it came time to apply for university, undergraduate student Emerly Liu knew SFU was the right place for her. But she didn’t anticipate just how rewarding the experience would be.
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Lacey Pasemko from the MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Innovations in Mathematics Education program.
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Perpetua from the MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Post-Secondary program.
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"I would like to work with French immersion students and possibly heritage language students."
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Linda Rohr from the MA in Educational Psychology Program.
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Have you ever thought about starting a new career before dismissing the idea? Think again, says Glenn Ross.
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"My profession has allowed me to teach in Nunavik with the Inuit, in Nepal, in Sri Lanka and in a French International School in Vancouver."
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"Curiosity and a love of learning, combined with a desire to better understand the teaching and learning process, are what compel me to keep learning."
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"New concepts and perspectives, urge me to learn more and the environment at SFU motivates me further to continue education."
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Ruby Stovern from the the MEd in Educational Leadership: K-12 program.
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"The program involved vulnerable, yet deeply cathartic work, and it was transformative both professionally and personally. I learned so much about myself, and it was therapeutic as much as it was educational."
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Learning to teach in French can be a little intimidating, but for PDP - French module student Sofie Van De Keere, the decision "est venue naturellement" (came naturally)
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Sunshine Willms from the Professional Linking Program (PLP).
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Harshaan Randhawa’s inquiry of identity, growth and resilience
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How Akhila Mangalvedhe’s MEd experience began with curiosity and led to new opportunities
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October 14, 2025
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Kurtis Stangl’s transformative approach to alternative education
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Sam le Riche’s EdD story of academic and personal growth
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How Briar Elliott’s MEd experience built confidence and a commitment to champion student success
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Alyssa Choroszewski’s MEd journey of growth and possibility
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Kim Hollmann’s path to inclusive educational leadership
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September 02, 2025
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Inspired by her mother’s love of teaching, Rachel Upton’s journey through the Faculty of Education was marked by discovery, setbacks, and ultimately, a triumphant return to the classroom—reinforced by newfound connections and a transformed sense of purpose.
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"We must never give up, no matter how challenging the circumstances, and strive for excellence at every opportunity. When the work is strong, its significance becomes undeniable."
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April 11, 2024
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April 03, 2024
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Qinghua Chen and Chris Kerslake will be completing on behalf of the Faculty in the 3MT SFU Final taking place virtually on April 6!
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March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024
"I have become an educator who now prioritizes developing meaningful relationships with my students," shares Eduardo. "I allocate time to collectively explore how our identities influence our learning processes and critically analyze how course content can be applied to guide decisions in our lives. Before, I focused solely on covering content during class time, but now, I invest more time in cultivating pedagogical relationships with my students and colleagues and I spend time learning about their educational priorities."
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March 21, 2024
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November 24, 2023
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October 31, 2023
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Celebrating our exceptional Education Alumni!
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October 26, 2023
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October 19, 2023
October 19, 2023
Kristen Abeyewardene, a seasoned educator with nearly two decades of experience in the Coquitlam School District, shares her academic journey
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September 07, 2023
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August 25, 2023
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July 27, 2023
July 27, 2023
Doctoral student Sabrina Ngo discusses her experiences in the Educational Theory & Practice: Curriculum & Pedagogy Stream program.
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June 13, 2023
June 13, 2023
This year, we introduced a new, unique tradition—the Message Tree, a heartfelt testament to the incredible support and inspiration shared among the graduating class.
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June 09, 2023
June 09, 2023
Emmalee Rao shares insights into her undergraduate journey and her aspirations for the future.
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June 08, 2023
June 08, 2023
As one of SFU's most outstanding graduate students from the Faculty of Education, Dr. Natalie Frandsen is recognized with the Dean of Graduate Studies Convocation Medal.
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June 07, 2023
June 07, 2023
Embark on a transformative journey alongside Mohammad Alhannash, as he overcomes personal and academic challenges, embraces diverse perspectives, and emerges as an exceptional language educator, leaving an enduring legacy of inspiration and change.
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June 06, 2023
June 06, 2023
As one of SFU's most outstanding graduate students from the Faculty of Education, Dr. Tanya Behrisch is recognized with the Dean of Graduate Studies Convocation Medal.
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May 19, 2023
Amplifying Student Voices: Land-Based Education Reflections by PDP Students in Francophone EducationMay 19, 2023
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May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023
Elaina Buenaventura, who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology, gifted us with their reflections about the forum and the importance of cross-cultural considerations and practices.
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May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023
The Faculty of Education is excited to have partnered with SFU Public Square, Moving Forward, The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, the SFU Knowledge Mobilization Hub, and the SFU Surrey-TD Community Engagement Centre for the Cross-Cultural Mental Health: Research and Practice Forum on May 5.
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April 12, 2023
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April 11, 2023
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March 29, 2023
March 29, 2023
Qinghua Chen and Chris Kerslake will be completing on behalf of the Faculty in the 3MT SFU Final taking place virtually on April 6!
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August 29, 2025
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February 10, 2023
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February 06, 2023
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January 30, 2023
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January 04, 2023
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Teachers are in high demand. AHCOTE provides prospective teachers the opportunity to pursue education close to home and begin fulfilling careers in communities they know and love.
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December 07, 2022
December 07, 2022
The funding from SSHRC will allow Carr the ability to pursue her proposed research full-time on agricultural extension policies and programs, particularly in mobile learning (mLearning) interventions in Jamaica and exploring the challenges and possibilities it could have on remote communities and for women farmers.
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October 12, 2022
October 12, 2022
Last week (October 6 & 7), over 1800 students across the university crossed the stage and graduated, making the transition from students to SFU Alumni, including many from the Faculty of Education!
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October 06, 2022
October 06, 2022
Dr. Katherine Mulski, Doctor in Educational Practice graduand, shares her experiences as a student in the education faculty and the process of reconnecting with herself and fostering resiliency, telling her story through photography.
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September 07, 2022
September 07, 2022
Len Pierre, member of Katzie First Nation and founder of his own Indigenous consulting firm, Len Pierre Consulting, says doing his Master of Education degree at SFU helped lay the foundation for the principles and practices he brings to his work facilitating Indigenous cultural safety training, reconciliation, decolonization and anti-racism in large organizations.
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June 10, 2022
June 10, 2022
Congratulations to Dr. Shiva Hajian and Dr. David Chang, recipients of the Graduate Convocation Medal!
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June 07, 2022
June 07, 2022
For graduand and student speaker Joanna Fraser, her passion and drive for reconciliation and nursing education comes from a lifelong journey of professional and personal experiences, beginning as a child immigrating to Canada from Nakaru East Africa.
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April 01, 2022
April 01, 2022
Qinghua Chen and Chris Kerslake will be completing on behalf of the Faculty in the 3MT SFU Final taking place virtually on April 6!
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March 03, 2022
March 03, 2022
Dr. Sheree Rodney has had a passion for school and teaching since childhood. However, her interest in mathematics education became apparent while pursuing teacher training studies. At the time, there were very few teacher candidates with an interest in mathematics. She saw that as a gap and an opportunity to make a difference.
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January 31, 2022
January 31, 2022
Congratulations to our graduate students in the Faculty of Education and their supervisors for their success in the recent national SSHRC graduate scholarship competitions!
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October 08, 2021
October 08, 2021
Indigenous student Chérie Baker, of Skwxwú7mesh Úxwimixw (Squamish Nation), entered the field of education as a result of the significant impact and trauma endured by her family as a result of the residential school system.
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September 21, 2021
September 21, 2021
As a PhD student in the Faculty of Education, Tinglin’s research explores the social identities of Indigenous and Black youth, particularly those with learning “disability” labels.
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June 30, 2021
June 30, 2021
If you didn’t know her, you could easily dismiss Alexandra Patzak as an exceptional doctoral graduate who is being awarded with the top honour of a dean’s convocation medal. This is an incredible achievement to be celebrated—and one that Patzak accomplished alongside her unique experience as a student with a visual impairment navigating university life.
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June 30, 2021
June 30, 2021
Dr. Louise St. Pierre’s thesis, Baskets of Offerings: Design, nature, animism, and pedagogy, investigates alternate ways of knowing and learning that help designers intuit the extent to which our creations involve all human and more-than-human forms of life. Her research draws extensively from the wisdom traditions as well as contemplative practices.
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June 28, 2021
June 28, 2021
Susan Luu remembers feeling anxious and overwhelmed on her first day at SFU. But the feelings quickly dissipated as she was immediately embraced by the Welcome Day leaders and Faculty of Education community.
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June 25, 2021
June 25, 2021
Like many first-year students, Emerly Liu arrived at SFU knowing next to no-one. Feeling excited but anxious to meet new friends, she came up with a plan to find the people who would help her navigate university life. So successful was this strategy that she has now developed a guide to getting involved for all SFU students.
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February 12, 2021
February 12, 2021
PhD student Estella Kuchta’s new historical fiction and romance novel Finding the Daydreamer, published in September 2020, tells the story of a young ranch wife’s life being turned upside down. Fleeing a dangerous husband, she and her young daughter endure a wild and unexpected adventure through Depression-era cowboy country in central British Columbia. All the while, she longs to reunite with the cowboy who compels her heart.
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January 21, 2021
January 21, 2021
The Kris Magnusson Emerging Leaders Graduate Award in Education was established at Simon Fraser University in 2019 with generous gifts from friends and colleagues of Kris Magnusson in honour of his decade as Dean of Education.
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July 31, 2020
July 31, 2020
Overcoming unexpected personal obstacles and persevering when times get tough has been graduate student Elaine Harder’s motto throughout her life.
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September 01, 2020
September 01, 2020
Congratulations to doctoral candidate Michelle Sylliboy who tied to win the Published Poetry in English prize at the third annual Indigenous Voices Awards for her book Kiskajeyi—I am Ready (Rebel Mountain Press)!
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August 07, 2020
August 07, 2020
Aneesa Hashimi, a second year Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) student in the Faculty of Education, has always had a passion for working with children.
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July 31, 2020
July 31, 2020
Zhao’s research proposal Situating Radicalization as a Learned Outcome of Interpersonal Experience aims to philosophically elaborate upon the nature of the moral person within the context of education as well as the learning process intrinsic to its situations.
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June 23, 2020
June 23, 2020
Frandsen, a student in the Educational Technology & Learning Design (ETLD) PhD program, was recently announced as a 2020 recipient of the Joseph-Armand Bombardier scholarship, valued at $35,000 per year for three years.
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June 08, 2020
June 08, 2020
In her research, Dr. Olivia Kanna focused on identifying educational theories and practices that are successful in addressing trauma and finding wellbeing and healing in the language classroom.
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June 08, 2020
June 08, 2020
In her Educational Psychology PhD dissertation, What is Social Justice? Implications for the Field of Education, Dr. Erin Thrift sought to make sense of frequent and often vague references to “social justice.” Her research linked historic political events and shifts in sociopolitical thought to contemporary divergent views of, and confusion about, social justice.
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June 05, 2020
June 05, 2020
The Dean's Convocation Medal, awarded by the Senate Undergraduate Awards Adjudication Committee, recognizes graduating students whose grades place them in the top five per cent of their class.
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January 17, 2020
January 17, 2020
The award recognizes Poh's leadership and advocacy for positive change in the faculty having served as an Editor-in Chief and Managing Editor of the Educational Review Journal at Simon Fraser University and as a student Representative on the Faculty Council (Faculty of Education), the Graduate Programs Committee (Faculty of Education) and the Education Graduate Student Association.
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January 17, 2020
January 17, 2020
SSHRC’s Storytellers, an annual competition, challenges postsecondary students from around the country to show Canadians, in up to three minutes or 300 words, how social sciences and humanities research is affecting our lives, our world and our future for the better.
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January 09, 2020
January 09, 2020
After hearing positive feedback from peers who had taken part in exchanges, Gloria Tsang began researching study abroad opportunities at SFU. In 2011, the Bachelor of General Studies in Education student decided to further pursue her interest in environmental education by taking part in the Indonesia Field School — an experience described as life-changing.
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November 28, 2019
November 28, 2019
Leung and Lafresnaye were two of the student teachers invited to share their experiences at the Faculty of Education’s recent teacher education open house on November 20th.
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October 01, 2019
October 01, 2019
Coquitlam teacher Nicole McKenzie has 22 years of teaching behind her. But after spending the past two years as a student in a unique SFU master of education (MEd) program focused on nature-based and place-conscious learning, she has transformed her conventional approach to teaching—and her approach to life.
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September 20, 2019
September 20, 2019
A class of SFU graduate students initiated a pro-active move this summer to improve the Fraser River’s habitat for salmon. They worked with First Nations, school students, and community groups to plant 1,000 trees and indigenous plants along local creeks.
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August 08, 2019
August 08, 2019
Twenty years ago, SFU established a program that brought Vietnamese educators to campus to study education—then return home to apply what they learned. This week five alumni returned to SFU for a reunion and retrospective symposium, celebrating their successes and sharing how the experience has impacted Vietnam’s education system.
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June 29, 2019
June 29, 2019
As a member of the Cree Nation of Chisasibi in Northern Quebec, Smeja had earlier struggled as a clinical psychology undergrad, feeling tension from how the field has negatively impacted Indigenous peoples in the name of research and science.
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June 18, 2019
June 18, 2019
Ohana, a recent MEd ESE graduand and teacher in Surrey is seeking to become the New Democratic Party (NDP) candidate in Fleetwood–Port Kells.
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June 13, 2019
June 13, 2019
Congratulations to Dr. Zul Kanji and Dr. Dominic Trevisan, recipients of the Dean of Graduate Studies Convocation Medal! The Convocation Medals for graduate studies recognize graduating students from each faculty whose cumulative grade-point averages place them in the top five per cent of their class.
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June 10, 2019
June 10, 2019
“I had always dreamed of going to university,” says Barbara Wilson, who at 76 years is the oldest student to convocate with a graduate degree from Simon Fraser University this summer.
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June 10, 2019
Former New York City actress Angela Lundin, who is now a school teacher in Coquitlam, will convocate this month after completing an unconventional one-woman show for her MA thesis in the Faculty of Education.
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June 10, 2019
June 10, 2019
Carissa Keenan teaches at Harry Hooge elementary and was presented with a 2019 National Inclusive Education Award at an annual conference.
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May 14, 2019
May 14, 2019
For her thesis project, education grad Meghan Parker made an autobiographical graphic novel that argues for drawing to be recognized as a mode of scholarship.
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May 09, 2019
The 2019 $100,000 Cmolik Prize for the Enhancement of Public Education in B.C. has been awarded to Debbie Leighton-Stephens, Judy Halbert and Linda Kaser for their innovative Networks of Inquiry and Indigenous Education (NOIIE). The inquiry-oriented, evidence-based approach to learning and teaching has improved education in British Columbia.
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March 25, 2019
March 25, 2019
Nada El Masry, a Libyan-born Palestinian and ESE student (supervised by Dr. Ena Lee), is being recognized with a 2019 British Columbia Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Award. She received the award from B.C. Premier John Horgan on March 21, which was International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
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January 24, 2019
January 24, 2019
In my work as an educator and an activist, I have long wondered why it is so difficult for us to use the word “disability.” The word “special” and the notion of “special needs” are examples of the elaborate linguistic workarounds we have adopted to talk about disability.
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November 13, 2018
November 13, 2018
Finding your life’s passion often happens when you least expect it. And sometimes, that passion can take you in directions you never considered.
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July 30, 2018
July 30, 2018
Education master’s student Edmond Kilpatrick set out to reimagine his thesis in a new and imaginative way, using movement, dance and storytelling to present a topic often associated with stigma and discrimination.
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June 30, 2018
June 30, 2018
Nicole Wittenberg, graduate of the Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Counselling and Human Development program,will receive the Lieutenant Governor’s Silver Medal at this month’s convocation ceremony.
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June 12, 2018
June 12, 2018
To say that Dr. Sanja Boskovic goes above and beyond for her students is an understatement. As head of the Department of Power Engineering at BCIT and with a PhD in engineering from the University of Wisconsin, many would say she should be done with school. Yet Boskovic, 55, is graduating with an SFU PhD in educational technology and learning design this month after defending her thesis last fall.
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June 08, 2018
June 08, 2018
The award is given annually to elementary and secondary school teachers in all disciplines for their remarkable achievements in education and for their commitment to preparing their students for a digital and innovation-based economy.
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June 04, 2018
June 04, 2018
North Vancouver secondary school art teacher Meghan Parker is graduating this month from SFU with an MA in education and a special distinction. She is the first Canadian to complete a comic book thesis in an autobiographical form at SFU.
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March 08, 2018
March 08, 2018
Returning to university later in life is always a challenge, but Cheryl Schweizer, 53, of the Tlazt’en Nation, encountered more obstacles than usual.
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October 05, 2017
October 05, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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October 04, 2017
October 04, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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October 04, 2017
October 04, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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August 30, 2017
August 30, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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August 30, 2017
August 30, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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August 02, 2017
August 02, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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August 01, 2017
August 01, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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July 31, 2017
July 31, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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June 26, 2017
June 26, 2017
“Being in a class with an instructor and other students enriches your learning experience, I think. You can bounce ideas off of other people; it increases the clarity of some things when you are face to face.”
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June 26, 2017
June 26, 2017
The Simon Fraser University Dean’s Undergraduate Medal for the Faculty of Education was awarded to Jennifer Wilkinson last week when she graduated with her Bachelor of General Studies. The Dean’s Medal is annually awarded by instructor recommendation, to one student whose cumulative GPA is in the top five percent of their faculty.
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June 06, 2017
June 06, 2017
For her dissertation, Pedagogical Efficacy of Argument Visualization Tools, Dr. Hui Niu developed a new online argumentation visualization tool which she calls the dialectical map. Students create dialectical maps by identifying and composing claims, evidence, and warrants and filling them in an online map. They then draw an integrated conclusion by evaluating arguments and counterarguments in a visually hierarchical structure.
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June 06, 2017
June 06, 2017
Dr. Ann Wilson is receiving two significant awards this year: A Convocation Medal for her achievements in her EdD program and an honorary degree from Kwantlen Polytechnic University for her significant contributions to her community since 1992.
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April 04, 2017
April 04, 2017
Equity Studies in Education (ESE) grad student, Annie Ohana, has been named as a recipient of the Prime Minister’s Excellence in Teaching award. Ohana, a teacher at L.A. Matheson Secondary in Surrey, is one of 6 British Columbia teachers to be recognized.