Speak On It

Speak On It

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Speak On It episodes

  • Are You being greenwashed? Overconsumption and Clean Tech

    Join us this episode for a conversation with Yasmin Dibai, a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Integral Group and President of SFU's Women in Clean Tech. As a Sustainable Energy Engineering student at SFU, this year's Woman of the Year Recipient for Applied Sciences Yasmin is here to talk about advocating for women in tech, sustainable engineering and the world of fast-fashion. 

    35 min
  • Why Soft Skills Are More Valuable Than You Think

    Join us this episode for a conversation with Jim Brosseau, a Principal at Clarrus Consulting Group and E.M. Sciences, talking about his work on project management, diversity and resilience with teams across the country. Listen as he discusses his experiences and provides valuable advice for students, recent graduates and working professionals. 

    To learn more about the topics Jim discusses in the podcast visit https://clarrus-academy.thinkific.com/courses/the-five-elements to view a free preview of the workshop he offers. Use discount code STUDENT75 for 75% off the workshop registration fee. (Expires February 28 2022) 


    45 min
  • Biomedical Engineering, robot soccer, and working at Tesla

    In his final year as a biomedical engineering major at SFU, Arvin (@arvinamini) has an abundance of knowledge to share based on his unique experiences. Tune in this week as we dive into innovations within biomedical engineering, robot soccer, and what it’s like interning at Tesla! 😮


    45 min
  • Then vs Now: Surge's Dynamic Duo

    Our Logistics Team is all about L-O-G-I-C!


    In this episode, our current Logistics Directors, Noble Tan and Vivian Wong, delve deep into their experience being a part of SFU Surge since 2019. They will take you through the transformation of Surge, and share their stories of personal growth and accomplishments with Surge.

    There are also special tips insights on what it takes to become a member of the SFU Surge exec team!

    32 min
  • Women in STEM and AI Ethics

    As a Computer Engineering student at SFU, Paniz is here to share her stories in tech. Stay tuned to hear the untold stories of being a woman in STEM and her focus on ethics in Artificial Intelligence!

    42 min
  • Student life in the time of COVID-19 (2/2)

    In part 2 of episode 10, Nik and Kim reunite three months later for another conversation about student life in the time of COVID-19. They reflect on what has changed and what has stayed the same since the summer – the first full semester of online learning due to the pandemic. Join in on their conversation as they talk about their experiences and offer some predictions for what's to come in the next year.

    49 min
  • Student life in the time of COVID-19 (1/2)

    n this episode, join us as a computer science major Nikola Filipovic sit down with our host Kim Regala to chat about student life in the time of Covid- 19 — what has changed and what has stayed the same, and what will happen in the next few months.


    This episode runs in 2 parts - the first having been filmed in August just right after the first semester to the shift on in-person learning. Just like the rest of us, Nikolas felt a shift in his academic life ever since the pandemic, hence why the second part is all about reflection.

    39 min
  • A tech student's journey to finding hope and joy in post-secondary.

    With his past work experience at Samsung as their Technical Writer and his numerous experiences in positions such as being the Director of Marketing for SSSS's System Hacks 2017 + 2018 Hackathons, and a Frosh's organizer and facilitator,  Josh Fernandez  the perfect candidate to talk about a tech student's journey in finding hope and joy in post-secondary.

    Listen in as he shares his experience as a student in the tech industry. 

    35 min
  • The tech community on the global scale.

    Welcome back to Surge Spotlight! Tune in as Chris Pereira, co-founder of West Coast Opportunity Accelerator, shares his thoughts and experience with the tech community on a global scale. Ranging from 5G to automation, this episode covers a lot of what the future in tech might look like. 

    38 min

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Brought to you by students of SFU Surge, our podcast aims to promote curiosity and excitement within the tech community! Each episode welcomes an SFU student or alumni to share their goals, struggles,…