Madalyn Mostacci
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The many mixed emotions of a graduating student
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I’m a student about to graduate and as the academic year winds down, one thought consistently looms over my head like a dark storm cloud — what happens next when the life I’ve built over the past four years suddenly disappears? Even though the year isn’t officially over, I can feel the anxiety creeping in…
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Sikh heritage month commemorates religion and culture
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In April, Sikh Heritage Month is celebrated nationwide. According to a 2021 census, 771,790 members of the Sikh faith live in Canada. Sikhism is a religion and philosophy that originated in the Punjab region of India. Its followers are known as Sikhs, and they refer to their faith as Gurmat. By designating April as Sikh…
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What’s with the theme of the 2025 Met Gala?
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Regarded as the most prestigious fashion event, the Met Gala is hosted annually and will be taking place this year on May 5. The event is a charity fundraiser for The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute and marks the opening of the department’s yearly fashion exhibit. The event regularly raises eight-figure sums, with…
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Why does the box office suck?
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In 2022, Paramount Pictures’ Top Gun: Maverick revolutionized the box office due to Tom Cruise, star and producer of the movie, refusing to let it debut on streaming services. In the wake of that unconventional decision, the box office and the act of going to the movies have, sadly, still sucked. Every time I check…
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Canadians move to buy local as tariff threat continues
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In early February, United States President Donald Trump announced a 25 per cent tariff on all goods imported from Canada. A lower tariff of 10 per cent was applied to energy resources. Although initially delayed, the tariffs took effect on March 4. Trump, who is also imposing similar tariffs on Mexico, stated to White House…
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The rise of sober curiosity — what makes Gen Z the most sober generation
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Being sober curious refers to the act of exploring your relationship with alcohol and considering sobriety, even if you are not fully committed to it yet. While many people’s new year’s resolution is to stop drinking or participate in ‘Dry January’, the growing sober curious movement encourages individuals to become more aware of the often-unhealthy…
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New year wellness culture
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With every new year comes new year’s resolutions as many see Jan. 1 as the perfect starting date for their journey of reinvention and improvement. Although new year’s resolutions are the cause of overcrowded gyms, cringey Instagram posts and diet fads, individuals working to better their lives should not be seen as a negative. …
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Thea Lim named Edna Staebler writer in residence
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Each year, Laurier welcomes a writer in residence who spends ten weeks at the university working with students and the greater community. On Jan. 22, Thea Lim will begin her residency as the 2025 Edna Staebler writer in residence. Lim is a novelist and her most recent work, An Ocean of Minutes, has been critically acclaimed.…
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The politics of bike lanes in KW
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While driving, many drivers silently curse somebody riding a bike on the road. Through no fault of their own, bike riders often disturb drivers by being too close to cars or causing congestion as traffic veers around them. It is important to note that these faultless cyclists are not to be confused with those who…
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Increasing teacher diversity event held on Waterloo campus
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On Nov. 20, the third annual Increasing Teacher Diversity event was held on the Waterloo campus. Organized by Laurier’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigenization coalition (EDI&I), the event brings together high school students from across Waterloo with aims to inspire future educators from equity-deserving groups. “We ask the students who come to our event, how…
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