Re:Structure Lab Co-Investigator Kam Phung Wins 2025 TD Canada Trust Distinguished Teaching Award
Re:Structure Lab Co-Investigator Kam Phung was one of two winners of the 2025 TD Canada Trust Distinguished Teaching Award, one of the most prestigious teaching honors at SFU Beedie. The award recognizes educators who demonstrate outstanding commitment to teaching excellence, innovation in pedagogy, and meaningful student engagement. Each year, nominations are submitted by students, alumni, and faculty, celebrating instructors who have made a lasting impact in the classroom and beyond.
Dr. Kam Phung is an Assistant Professor of Business & Society at SFU Beedie, where he teaches courses on sustainability across undergraduate, MBA, and Indigenous Business Leadership programs. His award-winning research explores how organizations and entrepreneurs drive innovation and change in response to social and ecological injustices, with studies spanning modern slavery, social stigmas, and climate action. Recognized by institutions such as the Academy of Management, SSHRC, and the Financial Times, Kam’s work is deeply rooted in immersive field research and community engagement. Prior to joining SFU, he held academic roles at the University of Cambridge, UBC, and York University, and worked with sustainability-focused start-ups and nonprofits.
