Opinion
Why you should get into watching The Bachelor
If you like meaningless drama, imaginary fairy tales or just the intensity of women fighting for that final rose, then you have already seen The Bachelor. I think we can all admit to watching clips, if not full episodes, of The Bachelor. The show has been going on, somehow, for merely twenty-four seasons. Everyone has those friends that scroll through […]
WNBA renegotiated contracts
Low salaries and limited maternity benefits have been two contentious subjects surrounding women’s professional sports. But in the upcoming year, this will all be changing. On Jan. 14, a tentative contract was announced for 2020 stating that WNBA players will be earning an average of $130,000 a year, with the top players earning up to $500,000. Players will also be […]
I have a finstagram and you should too
When I was in high school and got my first social media account, I remember my mom telling me to be careful about what I posted since my name would be attached. My Instagram has gone through many changes, from my directioner days to my theatre kid days to who I am now. My actual Instagram account is something that […]
Students’ Union elections 2020 – Error 404: endorsement not found
After thorough deliberation and discussion, The Cord has made the conscious decision to refrain from endorsing either of the two candidates running for 2020-2021 Students’ Union president and CEO. While Devyn Kelly and Leah Xuereb both possess qualities that would undoubtedly be beneficial if elected for this role, we believe that it is in the best interest of the Wilfrid […]
Editorial: “You should smile more”
I was minding my own business as my church’s Christmas Eve service wrapped up when a fellow church member approached me. “Merry Christmas,” he said, giving me a hug. With one final look, he added “and smile more, it looks good on you.” My face immediately dropped, and the small smile I had previously worked up specifically for that encounter […]
Trump’s impeachment is only the beginning
January 2020 has probably been one of the most eventful months I can honestly remember, and it is only halfway over. The new decade started off with U.S. President Donald Trump issuing a drone strike against Qassem Soleimani, an Iranian Major General in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corporation. This strike was unprecedented for a lot of Americans, but the Trump […]
The how and why of marketing oneself for potential employers
Millions of people worldwide leave university every year, many with the same degrees, having read the same textbooks, heading out into the world with the same dreams. But what can you actually do when you leave university? In this article, I’ll outline the top three ways you can market yourself. Not just to an employer but as an individual who […]
New Years’ resolutions don’t make for realistic goals
As we go into a new year, a popular question asked is “What are your New Year’s resolutions?” A resolution can be defined as a decision to do or refrain from doing something for the upcoming year. This idea is instilled within our society to categorize years into separate chapters of our lives, which is how we get the idea […]
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