Campus Facilities
In addition to the services we provide on-site and our central location on the SFU Burnaby campus, we offer access to a broad range of extended campus services available to all FIC students. By connecting FIC students to the wider SFU community, students can benefit from a more integrated and enriching experience. Our goal is to ensure students have the resources and support needed to thrive throughout their educational journey.
Academic Support:
SFU Library offers extensive research resources, study spaces, and access to a wide range of academic materials.
FIC students have access to the following services:
Checking out Materials and equipment
FIC Students can use their student card to:
- check out books and media at the Service & Equipment desk located in the library.
- borrow equipment such as laptops, chargers, headphones, digital projectors, and voice recorders.
- Loan periods are typically semester-long for general materials, 3 weeks for media and a few hours for equipment or course reserves.
- FIC students are not eligible to borrow SIAT Equipment from SFU Surrey.
- See Loan periods: Borrowing Library Materials for further information: https://www.lib.sfu.ca/borrow/borrow-materials
- Request items from other universities or public libraries through inter-library loans (ILL): https://www.lib.sfu.ca/borrow/request-materials/ill/request-form
- Borrow Course Reserves set aside by instructors for their students.
- reserves are only allowed to be checked out for a few hours or a few days.
- Search the Catalogue to find reserves by course number:
https://sfu-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/primo-explore/search?vid=SFUL&lang=en_US&sortby=rank
- Borrow special loans materials (bound journals, maps, etc.)
- Reserving a Group Study Space: You may reserve a group study room at:
- A.C. Bennett Library (SFU Burnaby): https://sfu.libcal.com/reserve/burnaby-bennett-group-study
Computers
You can use the library’s computers and software to do assignments. The Express Stations are for quick searches and are not meant to be used for course work.
Troubleshoot technical difficulties with your computer or assignment station (printing, software, etc.) or ask at the Tech Help Desk on the third floor of the W.A.C. Bennett Library (SFU Burnaby).
The Student Learning Commons: Help with learning, research, and writing
The Student Learning Commons (SLC) helps students with learning, researching, and writing.
You can attend workshops and use resources such as worksheets and handouts.
***FIC students cannot book individual consultation appointments.
The SLC prepares handouts and worksheets to help you with writing, exam prep, giving presentations, managing time effectively, and thinking and reading critically.
The SLC does not offer help with cover letters or resumes.
- Assignment Calculator: You can use this handy tool to break your writing assignment into parts and get advice on how to plan your time https://www.lib.sfu.ca/about/branches-depts/slc/learning/calculator
Health and Wellness:
Health and Counselling Services
SFU Health and Counselling offers confidential support for students’ mental and physical health, including counselling, medical services, and wellness programs.
SFU Multifaith offers a space for students to nurture their faith-based practices and connect with others.
SFU Rec provides access to fitness facilities, intramural sports, and recreation programs.
Campus Services:
SFU Campus Public Safety ensures a safe environment for students, staff, and faculty. This includes campus lost and found that keeps items for a period of time and SFU Safe Walk.
Safe Walk
The Safe Walk program is here to help our community get around campus safely, day or night. If you need an escort, a Campus Public Safety or a student safety team member will be happy to assist you.
The Safe Walk team is always equipped with radios and flashlights, and they stay connected through our dispatchers with our Security Operations Centre. You can easily recognize them by their SFU Campus Public Safety ID badges. They are here to help you feel safe and secure on campus, 24/7!
Requesting a Safe Walk
To request a Safe Walk escort:
- Call the Campus Public Safety non-emergency line: 778-782-7991 or through the SFU Safe app.
- Use any of the direct dial telephones
- When requesting a Safe Walk, always give the dispatcher the exact location where you are and the destination desired
- After making the request for a Safe Walk, wait for the escort inside a building if possible. The escort will meet you at the location specified
Campus-specific information
You can request a Safe Walk anywhere on SFU property (this includes the FIC campus).
- Burnaby campus: Request a Safe Walk to anywhere on campus
- Surrey campus: Request an escort to nearby transit stops, between the SC and SE buildings, or to parking lots and garages adjacent to SE and SC buildings. Safe walks can be requested by visiting the SFU security desk at the entrance of the building (SC-mezzanine, SE-atrium) or by using any of the direct dial telephones in a classroom or lab.
- Vancouver campus: Safe Walk is offered in a 2-block radius, to the nearest bus stop, or between buildings until 10:30pm. Note that 611 Alexander has a taxi-voucher Safe Walk program run by the Contemporary Arts Technologist. Vouchers can be obtained at their office near the main doors
SFU Safe App
SFU Safe is the university’s official safety mobile app. It lets you easily access important safety and security information, resources, and services with just a few clicks—whenever and wherever you are on any of our three campuses (including the FIC campus)
Turn on your push notifications and receive important alerts right when you need them.
SFU Safe App Features
- Emergency Support: Instantly connect with Campus Public Safety (CPS) and other emergency hotlines for swifter response and assistance.
- Campus resources: Access campus safety and security information all in one convenient mobile app.
- Critical services: Take proactive steps to manage your safety and well-being on campus and easily get support, when needed.
- Request for First Aid
- Book a Safe Walk
- Keep an eye out for your friends via Friend Walk
- Report incidents and hazards
- Check out current weather and road conditions
- Connect with the available community support groups, and more!
How to download SFU Safe app
We recommend all SFU faculty, staff, students, campus visitors, to download the SFU Safe app. It is free and available via the iOS/ Apple Store for iPhone or Google Play Store for Android devices.
- Open the iOS/Apple Store or Google Play Store app on your mobile device.
- Search for SFU Safe.
- Download and install the app.
Note: Standard message and data rates apply. Device must have calling capabilities to use some features.
To ensure your notifications are enabled using the SFU Safe app:
- Open SFU Safe app.
- Go to “App Settings” located at the bottom of the main page.
- Scroll down until you see “Notifications Settings.”
- Click “Enable”, if disabled. The button will turn red once enabled.
Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) Student Centre
SFSS is the student union of SFU. This union is run by students for FIC and SFU Students. The union has many clubs and events that you can join to get connected to the wider community at SFU.
SFSS Clubs: There are over 100 SFU clubs that can be distinguished by interests, skill development, advocacy and community-building.
Visit this website to find the SFU Club list: https://go.sfss.ca/clubs/list
Student Union Building (SUB)
The SUB offers 113,000 square feet of student activity and study space, and some much-needed facilities, including individual study stations, lounge spaces, event and social gathering spaces, rehearsal rooms, a napping room, a gaming lounge and a large dining hall connecting to Maggie Benston Centre (MBC).
The SUB is located south of Freedom Square between the Diamond Family Auditorium (DFA) and the Academic Quadrangle (AQ)
Some SFSS student-oriented services
Out on Campus
Located on the 2nd floor, Out on Campus is a department of the SFSS dedicated to supporting SFU’s LGBTQ+ students and their allies
Services offered:
- A safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ students and their allies
- A comprehensive and regularly updated LGBTQ+ library
- Peer support and crisis referrals
- Free safer sex resources, sanitary products, and razors
- Free refreshments and kitchen facilities
- Informational resources: https://www.sfu.ca/students/health/support-resources/group-support/2SLGBTQIA.html
- Regular social, cultural, and educational programming
Location:
SUB Level 2, 2230
Women’s Centre
Located on the 2nd floor, is a department of the Simon Fraser Student Society committed to opposing all forms of oppression and offering a safe space for women inspired by a five-point mandate (Pro-feminist, Sex-positive, Trans & Intersex Inclusive, Pro-choice and Anti-racist).
The Women’s Centre provides services to students of all genders, including:
- Crisis referrals & peer support
- A free feminist library (no fines!)
- Free safer sex & menstrual supplies (free tampons, pads, safer sex supplies, pregnancy tests, and more)
- Food support
- Two garden plots
- Variety of programming all year round
- Volunteer opportunities
Location:
Common Room: SUB Level 2, Room 2220
Lounge: SUB 2110
Discovery 1 Building (FIC Building) Services:
Located on the 2nd floor, is a department of the Simon Fraser Student Society committed to opposing
FIC Advising:
The Student Success Team is committed to providing a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere that prioritizes exploration and supports both your educational and personal development. While we won’t make decisions for you, we can help you discover and identify your interests, strengths, and goals to help you make informed decisions. Your time at FIC is a chance for you to explore yourself and the world, and we are here to help you reach your highest potential and have some fun along the way too!
Location: Second Floor Welcome Desk
FIC Wellness Office:
If you’re feeling like you need to talk to someone about something you’re struggling with, you can make an appointment with a counsellor from our Wellness Office.
It is a safe and confidential space for you to talk about what’s on your mind, learn more about yourself, and improve your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health.
Location: RM 2111
FIC Prayer Room:
This space is open to offer the space to enable students to experess their beliefs and understand the diverse cultural environment in Canada. The room is open to students only and no appointment is required
Location: RM 2300
Discovery Café offers international fare, traditional North American favourites, Starbucks fair trade coffee, and snacks. You can use your SFU Meal Plan card here too!
Location: First Floor Atrium
The Campus Community Shuttle is offered free for anyone to use! It runs Monday -Friday from 8:00am-10:30pm and has a stop at FIC (Discovery 1 Building) every 30 minutes!
Location: Shuttle stop is located at the First Floor main entrance