Chris Donald
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Is friends with benefits worth the risk?
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In this day and age, more and more people prefer hooking up and being friends with benefits than having a boyfriend or girlfriend. The reason behind this is that relationships can be too much work. They can be high maintenance for students who have classes to worry about, extracurriculars to work on and parties to…
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When common figures of speech become inappropriate
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Looking for the right words to express your frustration at your third midterm this week? Stressed about the latest essay proposal and don’t know how to properly complain? We all do it, after all! Remember not to use mental illnesses you don’t have in efforts to explain how you’re feeling. This midterm season, be mindful…
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Mainstream appropriation gets tangled with black culture
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I don’t know about you, but earlier in September I was too busy navigating my new classes and their requirements to bother with the obvious mess of cultural appropriation that was Marc Jacobs’ Summer/Spring show. So, a few days later, when my social media was full of articles about it, I was a tad confused—why…
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Beer: a key ingredient to startup success
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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…
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Anticipated new reads coming soon
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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…
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Hollywood success requires actors being one with their character
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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…
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Cute pets don’t necessarily fit the student lifestyle
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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…
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The essential guide to essential oils
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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,…
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Waterloo Lutheran Seminary hosts Art on the Wall program
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Every sketch, every stroke, every stitch, every snapshot—they all tell a story, a story of truth, faith, love, self-awareness and community. “Sharing our Creative Spirits” is the first of four art exhibits featured this year as part of the Art on the Wall program located in the Kanata Centre for Worship and Global Song in…
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What will get your party shut down in K-W
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Big things are coming this weekend. You know it. I know it. It’s our last hurrah before we completely buckle down for the semester. Along with Homecoming and similar events such as St. Paddy’s Day, comes an entire planning process that can take weeks. What you’re going to wear, what you’re going to drink, where…
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