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Archive

Archived below are activities, projects, and initiatives organized by our students and members of the Humanities Student Union (HUMSU).

Student Contest

Witness to Humanity

"Witness to Humanity" was a writing and art contest open to all 間眅埶AV undergrads. The theme encouraged students to explore topics from a modern perspective. Whether in celebration or concern, witnessing was done in creative, interdisciplinary ways. Those featured in the publication are our contest winners and honourable mentions, who best demonstrated the urgency and relevance of studying humanities.

Available issue

* WitnesstoHumanity2023_issue1_.pdf
"Witness to Humanity" writing/art contest

Student Newsletter

Re-engaging the community

The HUMSU started this amazing initiative during the COVID-19 pandemic as a way to connect students, instructors, faculty members, and staff during the challenging time by inviting them to share their experiences.

Available issues

* HUMSU Newsletter Vol. 1.pdf
"Community Over COVID" Newsletter
* HUMSU Newsletter Vol. 2.pdf
"Community Over Injustice" Newsletter

Academic Journal

The HUMSU publishes inter/tidal., an academic interdisciplinary journal that showcases poetic and prosaic pieces, visual art, as well as short crtical essays. The journal is currently on hiatus.

Available issues

inter/tidal.

Recent Socials and Events

2025 Activities

Humanities Student Union By-Elections | Application Deadline: Mar 21

HUMSU is holding By-Elections! Any 間眅埶AV student who is interested in the Humanities (major/minor/taken a hum class in the past/with honorary membership vote from the union) can apply.

THE AVAILABLE POSITIONS INCLUDE:

  • President
  • Vice President
  • Executive Administrator
  • Director of Finance
  • Director of Events
  • Director of Social Media
  • Global Humanities Department Student Representative
  • SFSS Council Representative
  • FASS DSU Representative

儭 IMPORTANT DATES:

  • Nomination Period: March 12March 21
  • Deadline to fill out the Nomination Form: March 21 @ 11:59 PM 
  • Campaign Period: March 21March 26

HUMSC Call for Submission: "Witness to Humanity" Contest | Deadline: Mar 17 @ 11:59PM | Online

The annual Witness to Humanity Contest is back in collaboration with the History Student Union (HSU)!

Submit your work in the following categories for a chance to get published and win $100 + an award of excellence:

  • academic essays
  • creative writing
  • visual art

Deadline: March 17, 2025
版 Winners will be announced at the HUMSC Gala on April 4!

Explore, create, and share your perspective on witnessing humanity. Dont miss out!

HUMSU & ISSA Arts Week | Feb 13 @ 3:006:00PM | Arts Central, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Get ready for a heartwarming Arts Week collab!

ISSA & HUMSU are teaming up to bring you a Valentines Care Package Making event! Join us at Arts Central on Feb. 13 from 3-6 PM to craft your own goodie bag, write letters, make origami, sip on hot chocolate, and enjoy sweet treats!

Bring your creativity, bring your friends, and lets make some heartfelt memories!

Humanities Student Union Editors Needed | Application Deadline: Jan 31

The Humanities Student Union is looking for an editor-in-chief and editors to work on and publish the second volume of our Witness to Humanity Journal. 

If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity to gain experience in the editorial process for a student journal and work with peers passionate about the humanities, apply now!

Humanities Student Union Clubs Day | Jan 21 & 22 @ 11:00AM2:00PM | Table 31, Convocation Mall, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Clubs Days are back for the Spring! Come and visit HUMSU at Table 31 from 11AM2PM on Tuesday, January 21, and Wednesday, January 22.

Well be waiting with snacks and prizes for all you trivia masters!

Past socials and events

2024 Activities

WLLSU, PHILSU & HUMSU Holiday Festival | Nov 26 @ 3:006:00PM | SUB 4200, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Join WLLSU, PHILSU, and HUMSU for a fun holiday festival to spread your holiday cheer! We will have a cookie decorating contest, free pizza and snacks, various board games, a holiday movie, as well as colouring and crafts! 

Did we mention that we will be featuring a hot chocolate bar and the best cookie decorator may win a prize?

Spots are limited so make sure to  as soon as possible!

儭 Tuesday, November 26th
3:006:00PM
SUB 4200

Humanities Student Union By-Elections | Application Deadline: Sep 29

HUMSU is holding By-Elections! Any 間眅埶AV student who is interested in the Humanities (major/minor/taken a hum class in the past/with honorary membership vote from the union)
can apply.

The available positions include:
  • Vice President
  • Treasurer
  • Secretary
  • Director of Social Media
  • Social Media Coordinator
  • Event Coordinator
  • Humanities Department Representative
  • FASS DSU Representative
  • Lower Division Representative
  • SFSS council Representative
Important Dates:
  • Nomination Period: September 1029th
  • Deadline to fill out the Nomination Form: September 29th @ 11:59 PM
  • Voting Period: September 30thOctober 4th
  • New Executives Announced: October 6th

Students are more than welcome to apply for more than 1 position.

HUMSU Muse & Mirth Cafe | Sep 25 @ 2:304:30PM | SUB 4200, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

HUMSU is excited to present the Muse & Mirth Cafe!

The cafe is open to all 間眅埶AV students:
  • Date: Wednesday, September 25th
  • Time: 2:304:30PM
  • Location: SUB 4200 
At this event you can expect:
  • Hot chocolate
  • Pastries
  • Sandwiches
  • Painting
  • Board games

We look forward to seeing you there!

Humanities Student Union Clubs Day | Sep 11 @ 11:00AM2:00PM | Table 74, Convocation Mall, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

HUMSU will be tabling on Wednesday, September 11th, at Table 74! Stop by our table and play some trivia for snacks and prizes :)

See you there!

FASS Fair 2024 | Sep 3 @ 11:15AM12:05PM | Table 3, Convocation Mall, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

HUMSU is excited to start off the FALL 2024 Semester! We will be tabling on September 3rd at the FASS Department Fair at Table 3.

Stop by to hear more about our upcoming events and election, and to play trivia and win some prizes! We cant wait to see you there!

Bubble Tea + Bonding | Jul 12 @ 2:00PM5:00PM | SUB 4200, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

We are excited to invite you to Bubble Tea + Bonding, a collaborative event between  and !

At Bubble Tea + Bonding, you can also expect origami, board games, snacks, and a great time! Make sure to sign up before July 9th to secure your bubble tea!

Humanities Student Union Clubs Day | May 16 | Table 16, Convocation Mall, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Test your Humanities knowledge and win some fun prizes this Thursday during Clubs Day at Table 16  We will also be advertising our open positions and upcoming elections! 

"Witness to Humanity" Student Showcase | Apr 5 @ 6:007:30PM | 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Looking for an excuse to dress up? Or how about eat some free food? Come join HUMSU AND HSU at our Witness to Humanity Gala to celebrate the winners of our Witness to Humanity Contest!

HUMSC Call for Submission: "Witness to Humanity" Contest | Deadline: Mar 21 @ 11:59PM | Online

The Witness to Humanity Contest is back!

Submit your work in the following categories for a chance to win $100:

  • Creative Writing
  • Academic Essays
  • Visual Art

Online Trivia Night | Mar 14 @ 3:00PM | SUB 3220, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

How well do you know history and the humanities? Test your knowledge (and possibly win some gift cards) on March 14th in SUB 3220 with HSU and HUMSU.

Humanities Student Union Elections | Feb 26 @ 12:30PM | Via Zoom

HUMSU will be holding elections on February 26th at 12:30 pm on zoom. 

All information regarding positions, responsibilities, and zoom link can be found in our bio!

Humanities Student Union Career Night | Feb 7 | 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Huge thank you to everyone who came out yesterday for our HSU/HUMSU Career Night! Special thanks goes to Sara Wong, Nina Houle, and Alessandra Capperdoni for speaking about the value of the humanities 

Humanities Student Union Clubs Day | Jan 17 @ 11:00AM12:00PM | Table 96, Convocation Mall, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Don't miss us at Club Days this Spring Semester.

Come by Table 96 on January 17th, Wednesday to learn more about our open exec positions and upcoming events.

2023 Activities

Board Game Cafe | Nov 28 @ 11:00AM | AQ 6204, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Looking to meet other 間眅埶AV students in a calmer environment, snack on some treats before class, or just want to play some good old fashioned board games? Come join us on November 28th at 11 AM in AQ 6204! This event is open to all 間眅埶AV students! Head over to our linktree to sign up!

Humanities Student Union Elections | Nov 14 @ 3:30AM | Via Zoom

The roles which are currently open are:
  • Treasurer
  • Secretary
  • FASS DSU Rep

If there is a position you are interested in but do not see here, we encourage you to propose the position to us in your email! If you are interested in running for any of these positions OR being a general club member, send us an email at sfu.humsu@gmail.com with the following information:
Name, Student #, HUMSU Affiliation, and Role(s) of interest. Zoom link will be sent to those who email a couple of days prior to election day. Feel free to dm us with any questions you may have and we hope to see you there!

Humanities Student Union Elections | Oct 3 @ 11:30AM | Via Zoom

The Humanities Student Union will be holding elections on October 3rd, Tuesday at 11:30 AM on Zoom. 

The roles which are currently open are:
  • Treasurer
  • Secretary
  • FASS DSU Rep
If you are interested in running for any of these positions OR being a general club member, send us an email at sfu.humsu@gmail.com with the following information:
  • Name, Student #
  • HUMSU Affiliation
  • Role(s) of interest

Zoom link will be sent to those who email a couple of days prior to election day. 

Humanities Student Union Clubs Day | Sep 12 & 13 @ 11:00AM | Booth 60 & 63 Convocation Mall, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Interested in joining HUMSU? HUMSU will be at Clubs Day this Tuesday (Sept 12) and Wednesday (Sept 13) from 11 AM - 2 PM!

Tuesday at Booth 60
Wednesday at Booth 63

Come see us and play some trivia to win some fun prizes! 

Humanities Student Union Clubs Day | May 18 @ 11:00AM2:00PM | Table 37, Convocation Mall, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Interested in the Humanities? Come see us on Club's Day on Thursday at Table 37 from 11AM2PM!

"Witness to Humanity" Gala Reception and Awards | Apr 12 @ 8:00PM10:00PM | EDB 7608, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

A嚜 night to celebrate the winners of the "Witness to Humanity" Contest! Get ready for a fun night of mingling, food, and drinks. Winners will be announced later into the evening. T嚜瞥is event, hosted in collaboration with ESU and HSU, is open to all 間眅埶AV students, regardless of participation in the "Witness to Humanity" contest.

HUMSC Call for Submission: Witness to Humanity | Deadline: Mar 24 @ 11:59PM

The 2023 Humanities Showcase (HUMSC) is accepting interdisciplinary submissions for narratives on the theme of "Witness to Humanity" (more information on this prompt in the link below). This contest is open to all 間眅埶AV undergraduate students of all faculties. The due date for submissions is 11:59pm, March 24th.

We are looking for various types of work, separated into three categories:
  • Creative Writing (Short stories, Flash fiction, Poetry, and Prose)
  • Academic Essays (Analytical, Critical, Descriptive, and Persuasive)
  • Visual Art (Painting, Sculptures, Typography, etc.)

Within each category, one student is eligible to win a cash prize of $100, an award of excellence certificate, and guaranteed publication in an upcoming Spring print. Other cash awards, such as Honourable Mentions, may be announced in the future. Winners of the contest will be announced during the award ceremony of the HUMSC Gala on the evening of April 12th so those who submit are highly encouraged to attend. All undergraduate students are invited to attend the free Gala Reception, regardless if they submit to the contest or not. More details regarding this event are to be announced via your 間眅埶AV email closer to this date. 

This contest and event is held in collaboration with the sfu.humsu間眅埶AV History Student Union, and 間眅埶AV English Student Union.

If you would like to help out with the event, or have any questions, qualms, or comments, contact HUMSU via:

Arts Week | Mar 8 @ 1:003:00PM & Mar 9 @ 11:00AM1:00PM | Convocation Mall 

Come visit us at Arts Week on Wednesday and Thursday in Convocation Mall to learn more about some exciting events that Humanities has coming up!

Bonding with Buttons Social Event | Jan 19 @ 11:30AM1:00PM | AQ 6205, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

The Global Humanities Student Union will be hosting a "Bonding with Buttons" social event on January 19th 11:30 AM in the Humanities Lounge! This is a great opportunity to meet some fellow students, make awesome buttons to decorate yourself with, eat some free food (drinks and snacks), and enter for a chance to win a prize! You don't have to be a Global Humanities major to participateall are welcome!

2022 Activities

Humanities Student Union Study Session | Dec 1 @ 11:30AM | AQ 6204, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Want some company while preparing for final season? Join HUMSU on Dec 1st for a chill study session! Free coffee and snacks will be provided and drop-ins are welcome!

Humanities Student Union Career Talks | Nov 3 @ 10:30AM12:00PM |  SUB 3220, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Not sure what to do with a Global Humanities degree? Want to know more about the skills you gain from studying Global Humanities? Would you like to know more about what you can do post-graduation?

Join the Global Humanities Student Union ( on November 3rd, at 10:30 AM in SUB 3220 for their event, Humanities Career Talks. This event will feature a panel of professors and guest speakers to discuss their career paths followed by a Q & A session where you will have an opportunity to ask questions. There will be free coffee and snacks and a chance to win some prizes! 

To sign up for the free event, please register . (Drop-ins welcome.)

Humanities Student Union Drop-in Meet & Greet | Sep 21 @ 10:3011:30AM | AQ 6205, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Come by the Global Humanities Lounge for our drop-in "meet and greet" to meet some awesome, like-minded people and learn about some of the student union positions that are available. There will be free coffee and donuts, and a chance to win a gift basket!

2021 Activities

Halloween Movie Night | Oct 28 @ 6:30PM | Images Theatre, 間眅埶AV Burnaby | Registration Required

Ready for a spooky good time? We're very excited to be collaborating with the History Student Union for a special Halloween movie night! Vote on movie and pizza selection when you register! Note: COVID-19 safety protocols, such as contact tracing and social distancing, will be in effect.

Humanities Student Union Drop-in Meet & Greet | Sep 28 @ 2:304:00PM | AQ 6205, 間眅埶AV Burnany

Come by the Humanities Lounge for our drop-in "meet and greet"! Meet the Humanities Student Union Execs, Humanities professors, and other Humanities students and get to know our department better. Individually-wrapped goodie bags will be up for grabsNote: as per COVID-19 safety guidelines, masks are required and contact tracing will be in effect.

Humanities Student Union Virtual Career Night | Jul 13 @ 6:30PM | Via Zoom, Registration Required

We are hosting a Career Night! Discuss future careers and opportunities with Humanities professors and alumni to see what a Humanities degree can offer. Attendees will be entered into a raffle for e-gift cards for the 間眅埶AV Bookstore and more!

Humanities Student Union Virtual Game Night | Mar 25 @ 6:30PM | Via Zoom, Registration Required

Join us for a night of Jackbox, Among Us, and more! All attendees will be entered into a random draw for e-gift card prizes. Brought to you by the Humanities Student Union, World Literature and Languages Student Union, and Global Asia Studies Student Union.

2020 Activities

Humanities Student Union Virtual Jeopardy Night | Oct 20 @ 7:00PM PST | VIA Zoom, Registration Required

Brought to you by the Humanities Student Union. Join us for a game of Jeopardy with questions from all areas of the humanities! Participants will be randomly split into teams, with one member from each team playing per round. Every member from the winning team will win a prize! If we have enough players, we will even award prizes to the top 3 teams so spread the word because the more people that participate, the more prizes will be up for grabs!
 

Humanities Student Trivia Night | Mar 26 @ 4:306:30PM | GSS Lounge, MBC 2212, 間眅埶AV Burnaby (Cancelled Due to COVID-19)

Come for Trivia Night and earn prizes! Open to everyone. Free pizza and snacks provided. Brought to you by the Humanities Graduate Student Caucus and Humanities Student Union.
 

High Tea with Bob Ross | Mar 5 @ 5:307:30PM | AQ 6106, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Join us for the perfect combo: tea, snacks, and Bob Ross! Everyone welcomed. Brought to you by the Humanities Student Union and World Languages and Literature Student Union.
 

Humanities Student Union General Meeting | Jan 27 @ 11:00AM1:00PM | AQ 5118, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

If you are curious about the Humanities Student Union, come to our General Meeting to learn about the available executive positions in our upcoming election! You can voice your opinion on upcoming events and how we can get more people involved, as well as connect with others and, most importantly, eat free food!
 

Humanities Student Union Clubs Day | Jan 16 @ 11:00AM3:00PM | Table 15, Renaissance Cafe, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Join us again for Club's Day! Find our table at Renaissance Cafe on Thursday to make new connections and learn more about our union and upcoming events.
 

Humanities Student Union Clubs Day | Jan 15 @ 11:00AM3:00PM | Table 93, Saywell Hall, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Who's excited about Club's Day?! Find our table in Saywell Hall on Wednesday if you are interested in learning more about our union and becoming a part of the team.
 

2019 Activities

Department of Humanities Meet & Greet | Dec 2 @ 2:004:00PM | AQ 5118, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

Meet professors, TA's, and fellow students at our upcoming meet and greet to learn more about the department and get study tips, along with free hot chocolate, coffee, and cookies! Brought to you by the Humanities Student Union.

Humanities Student Union Meeting| Nov 12 @ 2:30PM | AQ 5118, 間眅埶AV Burnaby

After 7 years, the Humanities Student Union is back! Come to our first meeting where we will be updating our constitution, planning our first event, and discussing leadership roles. Snacks will be provided.