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Proposed Changes Discussed for University Ave
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University Avenue is one of Waterloo’s busiest streets. In fact, Andrew Doman, Senior Engineer for the Region of Waterloo’s Design and Construction group, called it “A unique corridor in the sense that [it’s] the highest pedestrian and cyclist activity in pretty much the entire region,” when I spoke with him about the proposed changes to…
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New Neuron mobility E-bikes and E-scooters rollout on Waterloo campus
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On Jul. 20, Neuron Mobility e-bikes and e-scooters were staged around the Waterloo campus. “We are excited to share that this is happening,” said Eric Meliton, manager of Laurier’s Sustainability Office. “When we were approached by Neuron almost a year and a half ago, it was because the Region of Waterloo has an alternative transportation…
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The Implication of Forced Birth on Women’s Rights
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On June 24, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) overturned Roe v. Wade – a step that stripped individuals of reproductive rights they have a right to as human beings. Now, the states are able to determine whether an individual with a uterus can choose what to do with their body if they…
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Laurier Sustainability Office introduces new bike hubs on campus
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The sustainability office at Laurier has introduced new bike hubs on campus to make transportation for commuting students and students wanting to get around in the area alike. Laurier is one of six community partners included in a pilot project bike-share program developed by Drop Mobility, operating with a similar business model to the Lime…
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K-W to see improvements in transportation options
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Ontario’s provincial government recently announced that they will be boosting funding and support in the Region of Waterloo in order to improve transportation options. The support, which will start in 2019, will provide the Region of Waterloo with long-term and reliable funding to ultimately enhance and expand local transit while offering more travel options for…
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Understanding the presidential debate
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Was anyone else scared out of their mind for the first portion of the presidential debate? Was anyone else thinking, “holy crap, that Donald Trump might have figured it out. He might actually have a shot at this thing?” Truth be told, he started off the first presidential debate quite strongly, looking as substantive and…
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Unsigned: supporting free transit for lower incomes
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The Alliance Against Poverty is attempting to get the Grand River Transit Commission to allow low-income people to ride the bus free of charge. Obviously, this is a good idea. However, the logistics of such a program are harder to understand, especially from our standpoint as university students. Each semester, we pay a greatly reduced…
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