Congratulations to #sfuurb undergrad Khoa Vo for presenting at the FASS Undergraduate Research Symposium on March 25th.
Topic: “For Whom is the City Coherent? Feminist Urbanism & Crisis Governance in New Westminster's Crises Response Pilot Project”.
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Join #sfuurb & Ryan Lai for a MURB Thesis defence on April 22nd (10 AM) at SFU's Harbour Centre campus (HC 1510).
Title: "Living the Urban Care Crisis: Hong Kong’s ‘Maid Culture’ & Employer-Children’s Perspectives in Metro Vancouver"
RSVP: urbgrad@sfu.ca
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Just over one week left before the SFU Urban Studies graduate program deadline. Complete your application today—submit transcripts, finalize your statement of interest, and check off any remaining requirements. We want to see you in class in September 2026!
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Congratulations to Kelvin Chan who successfully defended his MURB thesis on Monday!
Pictured (left to right) Professor Annika Airas, Kelvin Chan, and Professor Karen Ferguson
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The Urban Studies Program is "going to help me with my career, as well as just my understanding of the world" - Andrew Nolan.
Watch as he speaks about our diploma & master's programs. Applications are open for September 2026. Visit our site to learn more.
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In Radio-Canada's, "Vancouver débat du nouveau Plan officiel de développement," Dr. Meg Holden said Vancouver's new ODP puts the individual identity of neighbourhoods at risk, favouring the standardization & densification around rapid & frequent transit.
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Congratulations to Prof. Kamala Todd who received a 2026 Reconciling Curriculum Grant. Prof. Meg Holden also presented at SFU FASS' Reconciling Curriculum Showcase, describing how she is using her 2019/2020 Upper Division Course Grant.
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Join #sfuurb & Kelvin Chan for his MURB thesis defence, "Institutionalising Living Heritage: Chinatown Revitalisation Policy and Urban Governance in Vancouver, 2002–2024" on Monday, March 16th (10:30 AM) at SFU Harbour Centre.
Learn more: events.sfu.ca/event/48205-...
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Juanita Chimbandi loved her experience in our Graduate Diploma Program. As a newcomer to Canada, Juanita felt supported in her academic journey by #sfuurb faculty, fellow students, & the university itself.
Watch Juanita’s video to learn more:
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On March 3, Prof. Meg Holden hosted #HUBBikeAwards.
Former HUB ED & #sfuurb alum Erin O’Melinn also presented at the awards. Erin is now Sr. Manager, Transportation & Land Use Planning at TransLink.
Photo: (l) Meg Holden (r) Erin O’Melinn
Read more: bikehub.ca/about-us/new...
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“Urban Studies is something you can do at any time of your life.” - Bonnie Burnside, SFU Urban Studies Graduate Diploma alum
Applications for the September 2026 intake are now open.
Visit our website to learn more and apply.
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"These are immigrant entrepreneurs. They have a few dollars and open up a small business, trying to make a go of it." -@ayan604.bsky.social
Andy Yan is quoted in this VancouverSun feature on ethnically diverse restaurants along Victoria Drive in Vancouver.
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We’re hiring!
The SFU Urban Studies Program invites applications for a Sessional Instructor (Summer 2026) to teach URB 630: Urban Development, Planning & Policy (May 8–Aug 28, 2026).
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Learn more: www.sfu.ca/urban/about-...
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Happening tomorrow, 5:30–8 PM! 🎬
Join us for a FREE screening & discussion of "Humans in the Loop" - part of Multilingual Week at Harbour Centre (Rm 7000).
Open to all SFU students, faculty, & staff.
Free popcorn & refreshments! 🍿
RSVP: www.eventbrite.ca/e/sfu-urban-...
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Congratulations to Professor Peter Hall, whose book, "Gateways to Trade", was just published yesterday. He co-wrote the text with Dorval Brunelle, Claudia De Fuentes, and Jean Michel Montsion.
Learn more: www.ubcpress.ca/gateways-to-...
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En collaboration avec Perspectives plurielles/Informed Perspectives et le Centre for Multidisciplinary Studies on the French-Speaking World, le Centre for Urban Governance #sfuurb organise un atelier d’écriture grand public le lundi 23 février.
RSVP: tinyurl.com/5fymp5b5
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Our February newsletter is up!
Check out key announcements and upcoming events, as well as the latest accomplishments from our faculty, students, and alumni.
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ATTN: SFU students, faculty, & staff
🎥 Free film screening + discussion!
Humans in the Loop w/ the SAGA Research Project—popcorn included 🍿
🗓 Feb 24, 5:30–8 PM
📍 Harbour Centre (Rm 7000)
Part of SFU Multilingual Week
👉 RSVP: www.eventbrite.ca/e/sfu-urban-...
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Congratulations to #sfuurb & @sfugero.bsky.social Professor Mei Lan Fang, who has received the Emerging Community-Engaged Researcher Award.
Learn more about Professor Fang's research:
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Congratulations to Pok Man Tong who successfully defended his MURB thesis on Tuesday!
Pictured (left to right) Professors Tiffany Muller Myrdahl, @yushuzhu.bsky.social and Meg Holden and Pok Man Tong
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SFU students: It's your last chance! Register today for the Finland Field School. Explore comparative urban sustainability through city tours, expert talks, & community engagement in Helsinki’s coastal environment.
Apply now: tinyurl.com/mwkc2jts
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Advance your Urban Studies career—w/o quitting your day job. Study in the evening for a Master’s or Graduate Diploma. Learn from urban experts & join a diverse student community.
Deadline extended to Mar. 31 (apply early for funding priority).
www.sfu.ca/urban/apply....
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SFU Students: Today's the last day to apply for a bursary. Head to SFU’s financial aid website to find out how to submit your application. Don’t miss out!
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Make 2026 your best year yet - study in Finland this summer! You have one week left to apply to our Comparative Urban Sustainability Field School. Visit the website for more information-Helsinki awaits!
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We congratulate MURB student Tzezl Lau on successfully defending her thesis last week!
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Prof. @ayan604.bsky.social spoke to CKNW on Tuesday about whether Canada might relax or remove the foreign buyers ban and foreign buyers tax amid slowing housing markets. Find out what he had to say by listening here:
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The deadline to apply to the #sfuurb master's & diploma programs is fast-approaching. Watch our latest info session to learn everything you need to know before you begin the application process.
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We welcome everyone to attend Pok Man Tong's thesis defence on Tuesday, January 20th (9:45 AM) at SFU's Harbour Centre campus (HC 1510).
Title: Hastings Crossings BIA’s Approaches to Social Innovation in Downtown Eastside, Vancouver
Learn more: events.sfu.ca/event/47175-1
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Our hybrid info session for the 2026 Finland Field School is happening tomorrow at 4 PM. Join us in person or online.
Sign up today: events.sfu.ca/event/46939-1
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Welcome to all our new and returning #sfuurb students! We wish you a great spring 2026 semester. Visit our website to learn more about our programs and reach out anytime.
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