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SFU Vancouver Welcomes Community to the Fall Semester
What a way to kick off the Fall semester at SFU’s Vancouver campus! The 11th Annual Welcome Back Community BBQ took place in the Woodward’s Atrium on Thursday, September 12.
Students, staff, faculty and community members came together on a beautiful sunny day to celebrate the start of the new semester at SFU. The energy was buzzing as the SFU Vancouver community gathered to eat lunch, connect with fellow students and colleagues, and share a laugh outside the classroom or office. Feel-good hits like Earth, Wind & Fire’s “September” and Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” played in the background and kept the good vibes flowing all afternoon.
Attendees were treated to a delicious free lunch and enjoyed hot dogs or hamburgers loaded up with fresh veggies and condiments; lots of tasty snack options (freshly popped popcorn, chips, gummy candies, and more); and a variety of drinks. Local businesses, Prairie Goodness and Kindred Cultures, were also onsite giving away free samples of their delicious and healthy snacks and drinks.
Our favourite balloon artist, Twistin' Sam, joined us once again to provide fun and unique balloons for everyone to enjoy. Folks were lined up throughout the event in order to snag one of Sam’s creations. Some of our favourites were a monkey and the rose from Beauty and the Beast.
In addition to lunch and entertainment, students were encouraged to take part in SFUReady (formerly known as the SFU Services Fair). They visited the various booths to pick up free swag and resources, speak to knowledgeable and friendly SFU staff and community members, and learn about the many free resources and services available on campus.
This year’s event was a great success, with a record number of students and staff in attendance. Thank you so much to everyone who attended, volunteered, or hosted a table at the 2024 Welcome Back Community BBQ. A special thank you to Nesters Market, who generously provides donations every year which make the event possible.
Please keep an eye on SFU Vancouver’s social media channels or check out our website for more events coming up this semester!