Diversity and Equity
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Ryerson is changing the name of their university — Laurier should too
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After years of pushback from Indigenous activists, students, community members and faculty at Ryerson University (or “X University”), the university’s board of directors have officially voted to change the school’s name. There are a number of reasons that I think it’s time for Wilfrid Laurier University to do the same. The call to action was…
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Deborah Maclatchy appointed for a second term as Laurier president and vice-chancellor
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Deborah MacLatchy began her first term as the president and vice-chancellor of Wilfrid Laurier University in 2017. She was recently appointed for a second term from July 2022 to June 2027 by the university’s board of directors. Throughout her first term, MacLatchy made notable accomplishments for Laurier and is committed to following through with future…
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OUA continues to focus on equality and social justice through BBI task force
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Racial inequality and social justice have long been an issue across all sports. Top North American leagues such as the NFL, NBA and NHL have faced harsh criticism regarding the policies they have put in place and the lack of minority representation in decision-making roles. In a uniquely positive way, the unprecedented year of 2020…
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Laurier holds Equity, Diversity, Inclusion roundtable discussion with Canadian academics
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Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) strengthens students, staff and other members to be decisive thinkers and flourish in a promptly developing world. EDI is part of Wilfrid Laurier University’s core values in ensuring a safe and positive environment on and off campus. On Thursday, Oct. 15, five knowledgeable panelists discussed important issues we face today,…
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Three Hawks help Canada win bronze at world championships
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The annual International Cheer Union (ICU) World Cheerleading Championships were held in Florida earlier this year in April. Canada captured a bronze medal with the help of three Golden Hawks. Meghan Clarke, Emma Heaps, and Jordyn Witmeyer proudly represented Wilfrid Laurier University and Canada at the world championships. This is great achievement for the three Hawks, as they…
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Witmeyer, Clarke & Heaps ready to take on the world at 2017 World Cheerleading Championships
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Every April, the International Cheer Union (ICU) World Cheerleading Championships are held in Orlando, Florida. Teams from around the globe come to compete in a variety of disciplines and to show their routines to the world. This year, the Canadian National Team will feature a little more purple and gold as three members of the…
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Why is bisexuality still misunderstood?
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Last semester, I remember sitting between BA102 and BA101 waiting for my next class, underneath a poster about a Rainbow Centre event. I was sitting nicely, doing a bit of people watching, when a pair of guys headed towards BA102. One of them stopped to look at the poster above me, snorted, and said, “It…
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