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WUSA referendum votes to end partnership with the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology
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The Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) announced the votes from the 2024 Responsible Partnerships and Investments referendum on Oct. 8. Results were posted on the Waterloo Undergraduate Students’ Union website. According to a press release from the WUSA website, 83.9 per cent of referendum voters said “yes” to the University of Waterloo ending its partnership…
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What is the best café around campus?
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Imagine this: You’re about to start your 8:30 a.m. lecture after studying late at night and you haven’t had a chance to eat breakfast. Don’t feel ashamed; we have all had those moments, and there are numerous cafés near campus to get a quick bite on your way to class. The only question is, which…
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Xiang Hotpot: A hot spot for hot pot
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A new plan has been conjured up between your foodie writers to try something different than the usual pubs this month and boy, were they happy to take on this new restaurant. We introduce you to Xiang Hot Pot, a Chinese hot pot joint tucked away in the University Shops Plaza, right near the University…
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Call for Indigenous art at Region of Waterloo International Airport
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At the end of August, Waterloo Region called for Indigenous artists to submit murals to be showcased at the Region of Waterloo International Airport by Nov. 8. Artists chosen will be from Indigenous groups in Waterloo, including those from Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and urban Indigenous communities. The Public Art Advisory Committee will review the submissions next…
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Shinerama fundraiser at Laurier turns 60 years old
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This year, Shinerama, Canada’s largest post-secondary fundraiser for cystic fibrosis turns 60 years old. Over 36 colleges and universities across Canada take part in the fundraiser, alongside over 20,000 student volunteers. Similar fundraisers, Lawn Summer Nights, Ride for the Breath of Life Canada and Walk to Make Cystic Fibrosis History also encourage community organizations to…
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Laurier reveals investments with Boston Partners Global
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After a summer of rallies and protests, Wilfrid Laurier University disclosed a portion of their investment portfolio back in August. Of these investments, Expedia, Siemens and Airbus, three companies under the capital market company, Boston Parners Global Investors, work with companies that fund Israel. While Laurier has now done a partial disclosure of their investments,…
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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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Are bike lanes needed in Kitchener-Waterloo?
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The Region of Waterloo plans to repurpose two of the four lanes on Benton Street and Frederick Street in Kitchener. Is adding more a wise decision to make, considering the ongoing financial crisis spurred by a population increase in the region? In 2018, the Region of Water- loo identified this project in their transportation master…
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University of Waterloo land hosts new joint hospital
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On July 22, the City of Waterloo announced their plan to build a new hospital at David Johnston Research + Technology Park, a site owned by the University of Waterloo, to provide more healthcare services and employment opportunities. The new hospital is a joint venture between Grand River Hospital and St. Mary’s General Hospital to…
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