# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 New Faculty Orientation - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: This two-day event is designed for new faculty who have joined SFU over the past academic year or will be starting this September.About this EventWe hope you can join us!New faculty members are invited to join us for our two-day orientation on September 3 & 4. We hope both days will provide you with an opportunity to learn more about SFU and meet some of your new colleagues.*Note: Registration for the New Faculty Orientation via Eventbrite is only required for new faculty members. SFU staff attending the orientation should email frlearn@sfu.ca to confirm attendance.New Faculty Orientation - Sept 3This orientation will provide you an overview of SFU including panel discussions with experienced faculty members and introductions to services and departments that are here to support and assist you as you begin your career at SFU. You will also meet the Senior Leadership Team.Date and Time: Thursday, Sept 3 | 10:00am - 4:15pmLocation: Diamond Alumni Centre | SFU's Burnaby CampusEnquiries: frlearn@sfu.caLunch with SFU Senior Leaders will take place from 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. at the DAC.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Teaching and Research Orientation - Sept 4Date and Time: Friday, Sept 4 | 9:15am - 4:30pmLocation: Halpern Centre, Room 126 | SFU's Burnaby CampusEnquiries: frlearn@sfu.caTeaching - Morning (for teaching and research faculty)9:15am - 12:15pm | coffee and refreshments will be provided Join us to explore effective strategies to kick-start and sustain your fall teaching semester. Get prepared to make the most of your term from the beginning, foster inclusive and welcoming learning environments, and establish meaningful connections with your students whether your class is face-to-face, blended, or online. Using interactive case studies of common teaching situations, together we will explore practical strategies to meet unexpected twists during your teaching journey such as managing disruptions, providing accommodations, promoting academic integrity, integrating technology, and encouraging student participation.By the end of this session, you will be able to:· Identify a variety of approaches tailored to your teaching context for creating a positive and inclusive learning environments· Gain applicable strategies for setting clear class expectations, managing disruptions, providing accommodations, promoting academic integrity, and encouraging student participation· Discover solutions to enhance your courses tailored to your specific teaching needs, including the selection and integration of technology toolsLunch | 12:15pm - 1:15pmDemystifying Research Landscape at SFU - Afternoon (for research faculty only)1:15pm - 4:30pm | coffee and refreshments will be provided As you begin your research journey at SFU, we want to ensure you are equipped to navigate your new role with confidence. Starting a faculty position comes with many challenges, from securing grants and recruiting students to managing research space and balancing teaching with administrative duties. We invite you to join an interactive orientation session with experienced research administrators and senior faculty mentors who know SFU's research environment well. They will answer your questions and offer practical advice. This session is a chance to gain useful insights, connect with others, and get the support you need to start your research career with confidence. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/burnaby/2026-new-faculty-orientation/100001992866836354 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: Diamond Alumni Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Burnaby - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: Diamond Alumni Centre - **lat**: 49.28098970000001 - **long**: -122.9166001 - **full address**: Diamond Alumni Centre, University Drive East, Burnaby, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 New Faculty Orientation - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/e50228e321f3b7c4da72784e54cffa4511706e3813ea800e893ecf58bd3d2ce4-rimg-w1200-h800-dc1a1616-gmir.jpg?v=1784471944 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 New Faculty Orientation being held? - **A:** 2026 New Faculty Orientation takes place on Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Diamond Alumni Centre, University Drive East, Burnaby, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 New Faculty Orientation? - **A:** 2026 New Faculty Orientation is organized by SFU Faculty Relations. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 New Faculty Orientation is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Burnaby, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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