classics
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Discover the latest at Laurier’s Athletics Complex
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This year, Wilfrid Laurier University’s Athletic Complex stands as a vibrant cornerstone of student life, offering an array of facilities and programming designed to elevate your fitness journey and foster community spirit. Situated at the intersection of King Street North and University Avenue West on the Waterloo campus, the Laurier Athletic Complex provides a hub…
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Napoleon Dynamite and the nerd revolution
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For a society that once bullied nerds into oblivion, we’ve certainly done a 180° on them over the last two decades. Perhaps it is correlated with the rise of nerdy products dominating pop culture. There was a time when talking about Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and superheroes was a one-way ticket to wedgie…
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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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Where did Frank’s go?
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Finally, after nearly two years, campus has reopened. Once again we can attend classes, network with classmates and enjoy all of the amenities that Laurier provides. There is however one establishment at Laurier that remains closed. One that while less prominent, is still fondly remembered by many. While Wilf’s, Union Market, and Byte 75 will…
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The 100-year influence of “Nosferatu”
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Cinematic history is full of what we call influential films. Films that influenced society, politics and media have become so well known that even people who haven’t seen the film still recognize its assets. Examples aren’t hard to come by; The Wizard of Oz (1939) has become iconic through its whimsical use of color and…
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The best rom-coms for any occasion
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Whether you’re doing the classic dinner and a movie or just feel like getting the girls or guys together for a good laugh, here is a list of movies that offer a few knee slappers. In no particular order, I present to you my favourite laughs in the form of cinematic masterpieces. Take your pick…
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The success of Trainspotting’s soundtrack
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If you were to ask me for a movie recommendation solely based on its soundtrack, I’d probably recommend Trainspotting. The music in the film is famously catchy and invigorating which is exemplified in its opening scene which I will focus on exclusively for this article. Trainspotting is a Scottish film that came out in 1996…
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Laurier celebrates Fair Trade Week with sustainable campus coffee
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All across Canada higher education institutes are celebrating Fair Trade Week, promoting the fair trade food and drink products that are available to students on campuses around the nation to support ethical consumption. Laurier Food Services held the event for Laurier at Frank’s Coffee Haus, which opened earlier in the year. Samples were given out…
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Horror movies worth talking about this Halloween
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Halloween is upon us. That means costumes, trick or treating, carving pumpkins and more. If you’re a film nerd, however, you only have one thing in mind … obsessively annoying people to watch some of your favourite horror flicks. Here are a few scary movies sure to get you in the mood for the spooky…
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