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Laurier Fall 1–3 OWIFA Qualifier #2
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A cold and slushy February day didn’t stop the action at Wilfrid Laurier University’s Alumni Field, where the Golden Hawks hosted OWIFA Qualifier #2
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St Patrick’s, Marshall Street and the Sniper
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On the weekend of March 13th to 16th, Laurier students gathered along Marshall Street to celebrate what Laurier celebrates best: St. Patrick’s Day—all despite the frigid forecast. Every year, the City of Waterloo declares a Community
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The Strange Sadness of Almost Being Done with University
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Realizing that the days are counting down towards the end of the school year can be a very exciting time as you look forward to summer
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When Did We Stop Doing Nothing?
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Whether you find yourself walking around campus, riding a bus, or even waiting in line at McDonalds, it’s become increasingly apparent that these quiet moments that once sparked
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The Illusion that Everyone has it Figured Out
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Walking across campus, scrolling through social media, or sitting in a lecture hall, it is easy to notice how much it seems like everyone else has it
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How Unsinkable is Changing the Conversation Around Mental Health
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For many students, university can feel like a constant balancing act. Academics, social life, future uncertainty, and everything in between. While conversations around mental health have become more common, many still struggle in silence, unsure of where to turn, or how
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In The Space Between Expectations and Choice
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Choosing a path in university is rarely as simple as following personal interest. Students must often navigate a balance between their own aspirations and the expectations of family, friends, and society. These expectations can be explicit or
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How the Lazaridis Students’ Society Is Shaping Laurier’s Next Generation of Business Leaders
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From case competitions to mentorship programs, LazSoc’s student‑driven initiatives are shaping Laurier’s next generation of business talent. At Wilfrid Laurier University, the Lazaridis Students’ Society (LazSoc)
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Tri-Campus Battle of the Bands
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Music is the sound that binds the souls of millions. The Kitchener-Waterloo region is home to numerous communities centred solely around music and Laurier is no exception! On March 21,
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Laurier Students Run from Waterloo to Guelph to Raise Awareness for Colorectal Cancer
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Three students from Wilfrid Laurier University are turning personal loss and lived experience into action, organizing a long-distance run from Waterloo to Guelph to raise awareness
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