SPRING CONVOCATION 2014 ▼ SFU’S VISION | THE ENGAGED UNIVERSITY To be the leading engaged university defined by its dynamic integration of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and far-reaching community engagement. Learn more about how SFU is engaging the world: sfu.ca/engage Cover Inside back cover Lord Lovat presented the University with a claymore, The Simon Fraser University Pipe Band or great sword, on September 9, 1965. The claymore has brought distinction to the University, was first used by a Fraser at the Battle of Culloden British Columbia, and Canada through Moor in 1746. It was also used by a Fraser at the its award-winning performances on the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759. world stage. O CANADA CONTENTS O Canada! CHANCELLOR’S WELCOME ..............................................................................................................2 Our home and native land! True patriot love in all thy PRESIDENT’S WELCOME ..................................................................................................................2 sons command. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION WELCOME ................................................................................................3 With glowing hearts we see thee rise, HISTORY .................................................................................................................................................3 The True North strong and free! PARTICIPANTS .....................................................................................................................................4 From far and wide, VICE-PRESIDENTS AND DEANS ...................................................................................................4 O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. MEDAL RECIPIENTS ..........................................................................................................................5 God keep our land glorious and free! GRADUAND SPEAKERS ...................................................................................................................10 O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. CONVOCATION CEREMONIES O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. TUESDAY AFTERNOON Beedie School of Business .......................................................................................................12 WEDNESDAY MORNING Faculty of Applied Sciences Faculty of Science .......................................................................................................................22 WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences ......................................................................................32 THURSDAY MORNING Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences ......................................................................................38 THURSDAY AFTERNOON Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences ......................................................................................44 FRIDAY MORNING Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology Faculty of Environment .............................................................................................................50 FRIDAY AFTERNOON Faculty of Education Faculty of Health Sciences .......................................................................................................58 OUR TRADITION Symbols of Simon Fraser University ....................................................................................66 Regalia ...........................................................................................................................................67 Graduation photos and degree frames ................................................................................68 Convocation Evacuation Procedures .....................................................................................68 1 CHANCELLOR’S WELCOME CAROLE TAYLOR CHANCELLOR On behalf of Simon Fraser University, Look around Convocation Mall and you Today is the moment to mark a job well I am honoured to welcome you to Spring will see the youthful, creative energy that done, a time to celebrate the effort and Convocation 2014. launched SFU still flourishes. We have accomplishments of our students. But grown not just in size but also in spirit. this is no farewell. The seeds of this exciting day were sown Our three campuses now welcome more almost five decades ago when 2,500 Tomorrow—or at least, one day soon— than 30,000 students each year, and our bright young minds crossed the threshold we will look forward to welcoming these newest graduates will join an alumni of this fledgling institution on September graduates back. Because we know this family that numbers more than 130,000 9, 1965. Those first students, and the ceremony is really just a well-appointed and spans the globe. scholars who mentored them, embraced way station along the road to lifelong a commitment to discovery, diversity and learning and engagement. Travel well. dialogue that still distinguishes SFU. Carole Taylor Chancellor PRESIDENT’S WELCOME PRESIDENT’S WELCOME AND VICE-CHANCELLOR The skirling of the pipes, the procession The purpose of an SFU education is to Hearty congratulations to our graduates, across the pond, the conferring of degrees: equip you with the knowledge, skills and and thank you all for being part of this Convocation at Simon Fraser University experiences you will need to succeed in happy occasion. is a glorious ritual and a most suitable an ever-changing and challenging world. Andrew Petter recognition of an academic job well done. As W.B. Yeats observed, “Education is not President and Vice-Chancellor I join with your family and friends—and the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a the other generous souls who supported fire.” I see that fire burning brightly in you throughout your university journey—in each of your eyes today—a flame that applauding this important accomplishment. will sustain you in the years to come. 2 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION WELCOME LIEN YEUNG, BA ’06 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION WELCOME As President of SFU’s Alumni As you journey through life, look to We invite you to stay connected, share Association, I wish to congratulate you your Alumni Association to remain your latest achievements, and be our on achieving your academic goal and informed and involved in the future of ambassadors as you engage the world. welcome you to our dynamic and diverse our university and your fellow alumni. Congratulations, fellow alumni! community of more than 130,000 alumni To stay updated on all your benefits, Lien Yeung, BA ’06 in more than 130 countries. opportunities and unique alumni-only President, SFU Alumni Association events join the Alumni Online Directory Like any strong community we take and register for alumni email forwarding. pride in your accomplishments. At Please visit the alumni website for Convocation, a fellow graduate will details on the wide range of exclusive award you an SFU alumni pin, a modest benefits and services you’re entitled to: symbol of your lifetime membership in sfu.ca/alumni. your Alumni Association. HISTORY The University is named after Simon Fraser, Loyalist, Since then the University has grown substantially, with the fur-trader and explorer, who in 1808 completed one of the establishment of the Vancouver campus in 1980, and the greatest journeys in the annals of Canadian history by establishment of Surrey campus in 2002. descending the mighty river which today bears his name. SFU’s Vancouver campus offers programs and services In January 1963 a report recommended the creation of a new directed to mid-career intellectual and professional growth. university in the Lower Mainland—two months later the With several striking downtown buildings, the campus establishment of Simon Fraser University received formal currently serves over 70,000 people annually. In 2010 the assent in the British Columbia Legislature, and Dr Gordon School for the Contemporary Arts moved its Burnaby M. Shrum was appointed the first Chancellor. programs to the Vancouver campus, occupying a new facility on the redeveloped Woodward’s site. From a variety of sites, the Chancellor recommended the top of 1200 foot high Burnaby Mountain, with its magnificent SFU’s Surrey campus promotes student success with a views of Burrard Inlet, the Coast Mountains, the Fraser River, learning environment based on innovative teaching and Vancouver harbour. The Vancouver firm of Erickson/ approaches, small class sizes, and a vibrant research Massey won the design competition, but the four runner-up community. SFU’s newest campus occupies a stunning architects each designed at least one building within the facility designed by renowned architect Bing Thom, officially overall plan. Construction began in the spring of 1964 and opened in September 2006. eighteen months later, on September 9, 1965, Simon Fraser University opened to 2,500 charter students. 3 PARTICIPANTS VICE-PRESIDENTS AND DEANS CHIEF MARSHALS Dr Jon Driver Dr Sean Markey Vice-President, Academic and Provost Dr Daniéle Moore Ms Cathy Daminato Dr Peter Ruben Vice-President, Advancement and Alumni Engagement Dr Olga Volkoff Dr Philip Steenkamp Dr Neil Watson Vice-President, External Relations Dr Pat Hibbitts CHANCELLOR’S PARTY MARSHAL Vice-President, Finance and Administration Dr Tim Rahilly Professor Judith Osborne Vice-President, Legal Affairs, and University Secretary DELEGATES MARSHAL Dr Kathleen Cross Dr Mario Pinto Vice-President, Research FACULTY MARSHALS Dr Gordon Myers Dr Irene Gordon Associate Vice-President, Academic, and Associate