If you glance at most posts made about the Kitchener-Waterloo Region, you will find that the main narrative will be about startups or technology. This is not just a weird coincidence. The region, booming with startups, is known as Canada’s Silicon Valley and is recognized internationally for the talent it produces. The beauty about the community is how accessible it […]
Two by Two by Nicholas Sparks This new novel, by Nicholas Sparks (most known for A Walk to Remember and The Notebook), tells the story of 32-year-old Russell who, from the outside, has a perfect life. He is in a happy marriage, with a happy and healthy child and a next-to-perfect career. In what seems like the blink of an […]
To be successful in Hollywood, it is expected that an actor completely immerses themselves into a role in order to make the audience believe that they are actually that character, opposed to just reciting memorized lines. It is believed that being able to play several different roles while maintaining that level of believability is what makes an actor great, but […]
Having a pet during university can be a great experience. Being greeted by a friendly puppy can make your day better. If you prefer scaly types, putting a party hat on your snake can make for a great Instagram post. Pets can also be a source of comfort and happiness. Miriam Hewson, a third-year English major at Wilfrid Laurier University […]
The trending shift towards natural products and remedies has gained increasing speed over the past few years. With all the horror stories emerging on the news and internet about the dangers of prescription and over-the-counter drugs, consumers are becoming more conscious, searching for products that can replace a trip to the doctors, or better yet, a bottle of Advil. One […]
We see it everywhere. On our favorite television shows, in the movies we watch and constantly in advertisements. Women’s skin without any body hair, other than their eyebrows and on their scalp. There is no denying that women in our society face a certain amount of pressure to have hairless skin. Women are constantly bombarded with methods of hair removal […]
Another school year is upon us which means that a lot of changes are happening. With first-years moving into dorms and upper-years finding off-campus housing, anticipation is flowing. Moving into a new house or apartment can be a really exciting thing; you can finally get some freedom from your siblings taking over the bathroom, and your parents won’t make you […]
There is always a certain level of excitement and anticipation at the beginning of every school year. If you are a new Golden Hawk, it means meeting new people and navigating through university life. For the more experienced Golden Hawks, it means meeting up with friends and sharing summer memories. That excitement is soon replaced by anxiety over coursework and […]
Phil’s If you got Phil’s then you’re cheap and dirty, my friend, but that’s okay because that just means you know how to party. School gets expensive, so those generously affordable shots are perfect for you. Your ideal night is sloppy, silly and probably ends with several bouncers shoving you out the door. If you aren’t drenched in other people’s […]
Many say that you never truly forget your first love. This may not necessarily be the first person you fall for, the first person you’re intimate with or the first person you get into a relationship with. They are, however, the first person you reveal your true self to, all your imperfections and your fears. More often than not this […]
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