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A Look at Valentine’s Day’s Complex Past and Present
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Since its establishment in 1911, Wilfrid Laurier University has marked 115 years of Valentine’s Day. For many, the holiday is a time of love
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Reflecting On Holiday Traditions
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When looking back on the holiday season, it is important to take the time to reflect on everything that has been celebrated. What was
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Clancy wins Kitchener Centre for the Greens
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On Dec. 1, Ontario Green Party candidate Aislinn Clancy was elected as the new Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) in Kitchener Centre with 47.99
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History of The Cord
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On Sept. 23, 1926, the College Cord published its first issue as a campus newspaper for the students at Waterloo College. Over many years,
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Laurier professor to lead Holocaust field course in Poland
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This spring, 22 undergraduate students from Wilfrid Laurier University will explore the history of the Holocaust by visiting the very properties upon which that
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The origins of Valentine’s Day
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The history behind Valentine’s Day has disappeared under all the roses and chocolates. More often than not, people have cared more about heart shaped
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A short(ish) history of Christmas and Santa Claus
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Few people, if any, know the world’s most popular holiday as intimately as Gerry Bowler, author of four books on Christmas and a history
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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
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Rich History at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum
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As the “largest community museum in Ontario”, the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum is host to much of KW Region’s rich history. Admission to
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Laurier community mourns the passing of Alicia McKenzie
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Wilfrid Laurier University mourns the passing of beloved faculty of arts teaching instructor Alicia McKenzie. McKenzie started teaching at Laurier in 2008, and maintained
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