SFU Computing Science Student Society

Ducky Frosh 2025

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What's a "Frosh Week"?

Frosh Week is a series of events run by the Computing Science Student Society at Simon Fraser University in collaboration with the School of Computing Science.

Frosh Week occurs during the fall semester to welcome 300+ new undergraduate students into the School of Computing Science with the help of 80+ volunteers. Starting a degree is a pivotal moment in a student's academic journey, and Frosh Week helps forge lasting memories and strong friendships.

Ducky Frosh continues this tradition, running from September 8th to 13th, 2025. This year's Frosh is inspired by the process of nurturing a young duckling into a strong, independent duck.

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Who's organizing this?

The SFU Computing Science Student Society (CSSS) is a student-led organization supporting over 2,500 undergraduate computing science students at Simon Fraser University. All SFU students—whether majoring, minoring, or just taking a computing science course—are automatically members. Everyone is welcome to get involved!

We organize three annual hackathons, a Silicon Valley trip, and career-focused events like career fairs, company tours, and workshops. We also host bi-weekly board game nights, hikes, seasonal parties, and more!

Learn more about us!

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Schedule

Ducky Frosh is happening over 5 days (and one night) from Monday, September 8 to Saturday, September 13

There's something for everyone at Frosh, so we hope to see you at as many events as possible! If there are any changes in the schedule, we will notify everyone through email and announcements on Discord, so make sure you've signed up or joined the server.

Here's a summary of what's to come:

Monday

Ice Cream Social

ASB Atrium & ASB 9702
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A casual kickoff to Frosh Week! Students receive their Ducky Frosh T-shirts, meet their Frosh leaders, and mingle over complimentary ice cream. This event helps new students connect and feel welcome.

Tuesday

Burnaby Mountain Park Hike

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SFU Upper Bus Loop

An adventurous group hike that includes outdoor games, food, and refreshing drinks. This active outing builds camaraderie and offers a fun, informal way to enjoy nature and bond with others.

Wednesday

Rest Day

Take this day to get ready for the next 3 days of Frosh! (also you should probably do your readings)

Thursday

Info Session

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TBD

Introduces Froshees to Computing Science concentrations, academic planning, and the Co-op program. Led by faculty and industry experts.


Pac-Macro

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UniverCity

A life-sized Pac-Man game using real streets and a CSSS-built tracking software. Froshees play as Pac-Man or Ghosts in a thrilling, energetic game that combines tech and fun.


BBQ & Board Games

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Enjoy delicious burgers made by the CSSS Culinary Team. Followed by a cozy evening of board games to help Froshees relax and bond.

Friday

Midnight Madness

Midnight Madness is the grand finale of Ducky Frosh, a 12-hour overnight extravaganza packed with games, challenges, food, and bonding. Students compete in activities representing the five Applied Science Schools, and build lasting memories.


Pre-Madness

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Check-in, get oriented and get introduced to the Madness.


Poster Competition

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Academic Quadrangle

Amazing Race/Capture the Flag

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Academic Quadrangle

Saturday

Midnight Pizza Dinner

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Scavenger Hunt

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Trivia and Games

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Boardgames and JackBox

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Karaoke

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Slurpee Race

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TBD

Ramming Ceremony

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Academic Quadrangle Pond

Breakfast

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Dining Commons

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Sponsors

Every Frosh Week takes months of planning and wouldn't be possible without the CSSS executives and volunteers. There is one last piece to making Frosh a success: sponsors.

If you're interested in sponsoring this event, please email csss-froshchair@sfu.ca.

Frosh Chair
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where will the events take place?

All events take place at the Simon Fraser University Burnaby campus. The locations per event can be found in the schedule.

If you are having difficulty locating us, do not hesitate to contact Dina or Jake. (Contact information can be found in the CSSS Discord server.)

What should I bring to the events?

Yourself. That's it.

Except during Pac-Macro, you'll need a mobile device that has an internet connection.

What is Pac-Macro?

Pac-Macro is essentially Pacman in real life. Utilizing CSSS-developed software, the game will keep track of players' positions on campus, and display the locations of other players.

I can't come to every event, or am not free for the entire duration of an event. Is this OK?

You can come and go as you please during Frosh Week. Late arrivals or early departures are totally OK. If you can't attend some events due to other commitments, that's fine too.

Why is it called "Computing Science", not "Computer Science"?

CS at SFU has a long history. Way back in '73 when the School of Computing Science started at SFU, either "Computer Science" wasn't an idiom for the major yet, or we just decided to be different.

What courses should I take?

Contact the Faculty of Applied Science office or ask the CSSS Discord for course information.

I can't find a room!

SFU provides a very handy tool called the Room Finder. Simply input the room number (e.g. ASB 9703), and it will highlight the room on an interactive campus map. This works for the Burnaby, Surrey, and Vancouver campuses.