An Update on SFU Situation

Six of the seven staff persons have been sent back to work. It has been noted that their computers have been searched during their absence.

Clement Abas Apaak, former SFSS President, former Louis Riel Tenants' Association leader, founder and chair of Canadian Students for Darfur, and current Teaching Support Staff Union coordinator, has a lot to say to the current SFSS leadership. Choice quote:

"Your actions have caused those of us who had faith in you and your abilities to reconsider our positions. I now find myself contemplating withdrawing my support for your BoD, and thinking of joining the advocacy for a separate and autonomous Grad Student Society. I am disappointed, but hope that the BoD has a good explanation. I hope and pray that your recent actions are NOT driven by personal agendas and the desire to please external forces. If my fears are confirmed, you can be sure I will lead students in demanding justice and accountability as provided in our laws."

... And on an unrelated note (except where SFSS President Shawn Hunsdale's near non-attendance at the Board of Governors meeting is noted), the Board of Governors of SFU has approved a temporary freeze on rental rates at Louis Riel House! Unfortunately, the freeze will only extend until September 30, at which point the Board of Governors will receive an updated "sustainability plan" (note the use of the buzzword "sustainability"!) for residences at SFU from the university administration. Watch as I completely mangle my interview with The Peak....