Make Science Happen: Get Going with Data & Stats

SFU Faculty of Science

So, you’ve been accepted into data science, statistics or actuarial science at SFU. What’s next?

Simon Fraser University

Make Science Happen: Get Going with Data and StatsApril 11, 2026, 1:00 - 3:00 pm PDTSFU Burnaby, Blusson Hall <a href="https://roomfinder.sfu.ca/apps/sfuroomfinder_web/?q=blu9402" title="https://roomfinder.sfu.ca/apps/sfuroomfinder_web/?q=blu9402" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Room 9402</a> Join us for an exclusive in-person event that’s only for new students from these programs. Your parents and supporters are also welcome to attend!You'll hear from professors and current students about how to excel in your program and thrive in a dynamic job market where AI and other advancements are creating new career growth and innovation opportunities. You'll also have an opportunity to ask questions during a Q&amp;A with our student panel, so come prepared with any questions about how we can support you in gaining paid work experience and getting ahead. Here are more details about the afternoon’s plans:<ul><li>Get started with a warm welcome from Derek Bingham, SFU Statistics department chair, and more information about the department’s three programs and being a first-year Science student at SFU</li><li>Ask current students all your questions about courses, paid co-op (work term) opportunities, getting involved in undergraduate research and student life – no question is too big or small</li><li>Mingle over refreshments with profs and students</li><li>Hear quick lightning talks from professors on topics like how statistical methods solve real-world problems and how they also can apply to out-of-this-world challenges like detecting new exoplanets and predicting space weather</li><li>Learn how a data science, statistics or actuarial science degree leads directly to in-demand jobs</li></ul>See you soon for Make Science Happen: Get Going with Data and Stats!For more information about the event, contact the SFU Science team at scicmns@sfu.ca.

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