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Automation a threat to employees
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“Where there’s money to be saved, there’s money to be made.” Many inventors and entrepreneurs have kept this statement in mind when considering their next product. One way to save money is to design a technological machine which can replace human workers. Machines can be initially expensive, but their purchase price and maintenance costs can…
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Know your rights as a student tenant
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After their first year at Laurier, most students need to find off-campus residency for the remainder of their time in university. Unless these students become Residence Life dons or live locally with their parents, they are usually required to rent an apartment or house and enter into a tenancy agreement or lease. It is important…
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Exams need computer integration
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As we venture further into the 21st century, we are all experiencing the “information age.” Although numerous advancements towards the integration of technology into pedagogy have been made over the past decade, educational institutions need to encourage the use of technology in all parts of university life. Just a few weeks ago, most students were…
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Atheism is a legitimate belief system
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I am an atheist. I am proud of my beliefs, but there are many people in my life who have condemned me for my choice. As Canadian citizens, we all hold the freedom of religion, whereby we may decide which religion we follow. However, many people forget that religious freedom also includes freedom from religion.…
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Vietnam War veterans deserve recognition
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As Remembrance Day approaches, the Wilfrid Laurier community has begun to demonstrate their support by wearing poppies with pride. Most students, faculty and administration members understand the importance of remembering the deeds of our veterans. Honouring those who fought in The First World War, The Second World War, the Korean War and the war in…
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The myth of the unemployable arts student
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It was only a few months ago that I shared a common fear amongst my fellow arts students: “could my degree lack future opportunities?” Over the past four years of studying history, I have feared my post-graduation life and the uncertainty it brings to my career. In my opinion, arts students have three viable options…
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