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How old books can teach us modern lessons
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Classic literature’s relevance and significance in modern times have been found in the lessons they provide. Despite being written centuries ago, the ability of these stories to present concepts applicable today has spoken volumes as to the importance in maintaining the study of and appreciation for such written pieces. With there being an increase in…
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Wild Writers Literary Festival returns for 11th year
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From Oct. 28-30 the Wild Writers Literary Festival returned for another year of connecting Canadian writers and authors of all backgrounds and levels of experience. The annual event is hosted by The New Quarterly literary magazine. 2022 not only marked the 11th anniversary of the festival, but also a return to in person festivities. I…
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The continuing rise and popularity of fan fiction
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Many books published today are products of fanfiction. To those from previous generations who likely have never even heard the term before, this information may be quite shocking. For the uninitiated, the term “fanfiction” is defined by Merriam-Webster as “stories involving popular fictional characters that are written by fans and often posted on the Internet”…
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Reflections on bad qualities
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To this day, the lesson that has resonated with me the most came from my grade 12 literature class. We were instructed to draw a box in the centre of a page, then think of the person that we disliked most in this world. We were told to put the qualities about them that annoyed…
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Laurier’s DEO offers safe space
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As a response to the police brutality against black people in the United States, as well as the increased presence of racialized violence in the media, Wilfrid Laurier University’s Diversity and Equity Office, along with other campus partners, created a safe space for students this past Monday. Laura Mae Lindo, executive director of the Diversity…
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John River brings #BlackOnCampus tour to Waterloo
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Despite dropping out of school himself, River listened, understood and gave advice on issues of being black in a predominantly white culture.
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Black History Month ends in triumph for ABS
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Laurier’s Association of Black Students hosted the “Black Excellence” culture show to highlight exceptional contributions
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Why do we read books?
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They are our favourite adventure, our worst nightmare, our fantasized romance, our most mind-boggling mystery and our life-changing experience. They anchor our souls yet let us sail away.
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