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Laurier Fall 1–3 OWIFA Qualifier #2
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A cold and slushy February day didn’t stop the action at Wilfrid Laurier University’s Alumni Field, where the Golden Hawks hosted OWIFA Qualifier #2 on February 28. With eight university teams packed into a full day of games, the tournament brought high energy, tight matchups, and a clear look at how the league is shaping…
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Laurier Students Run from Waterloo to Guelph to Raise Awareness for Colorectal Cancer
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Three students from Wilfrid Laurier University are turning personal loss and lived experience into action, organizing a long-distance run from Waterloo to Guelph to raise awareness and funds for colorectal cancer research. What began as a small, student-led initiative quickly grew into a large community event, drawing an unexpectedly strong turnout in support of the cause. “I…
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Meet WLUSP’s 2026-27 Board of Directors
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To read the platform of each candidate, please check out our previous post, linked here: 2026-27 WLUSP ELECTIONS: CANDIDATE PLATFORMS President, Publisher and Chair Vlad Latis – WLUSP President Board of Directors Emma Li – Board of Directors Matteo Beckles – Board of Directors Gabriel Loperena Tovar – Board of Directors Karissa Reilly – Board of Directors
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Laurier Mourns the Passing of Former Chancellor John A. Pollock
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Wilfrid Laurier University is mourning the passing of John A. Pollock, a respected business leader, philanthropist and former chancellor of the university. Pollock died on Jan. 12, 2026, at the age of 89. Pollock served as Laurier’s chancellor from 2008 to 2011, becoming the seventh individual to hold the role since the university became a…
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AI Suspicion Shapes Student Writing Habits at Laurier University
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As the winter 2026 semester began, many Laurier students received their syllabi and saw their professors’ stances on AI use in the classroom. Some say AI is acceptable, but only if used to generate ideas and nothing more. Others are fully against its use. Regardless of the policy, however, students say AI is still being used—often in ways that violate…
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Laurier Musical Theatre Stuns with a Darkly Brilliant Heathers
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A powerhouse student production delivering standout vocals, sharp comedy and unforgettable performances. On Jan. 23, Laurier’s Musical Theatre (LMT) group presented a stellar rendition of Heathers, the musical. Heathers is a black comedy musical that satirizes the experience of the average American teen; it is a thrilling, dark and hilarious production. A major highlight of the show was the incredible vocal…
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Laurier Startup Champions Food Waste Reduction Through App, Youth Programs, and Smart Labels
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From Campus Pitch to National Stage: Verdanza’s Mission to Reduce Food Waste A student pitch competition, here at Laurier, has grown into a nationally recognized sustainability startup, as Verdanza, a student-led venture incubated through Laurier Changemakers, works to address food waste through technology, education and packaging innovation. Founded by Urvi Budhiraja and Helen Sue, Verdanza began two years ago as an idea presented at a…
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Hawks bring the heat for Homecoming in 59-21
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A convincing win all around, see how Laurier maintained their unbeaten record in the season. On Saturday, September 27th, the Laurier Golden Hawks Men’s Football team suited up to play the University of Toronto Varsity Blues in front of a packed Homecoming crowd. The Golden Hawks aimed to stay at the top of the table…
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Men’s Baseball Team Lose 3-7 to the Gryphons
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Golden Hawks drop second straight loss to Gryphons at Bechtel Park The Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks baseball team fell 3-7 to the University of Guelph Gryphons on Sunday at 3:00pm at Bechtel Park, dropping the latter half of their weekend doubleheader and continuing a tough start to their OUA campaign. The Golden Hawks entered the…
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Laurier Moot Court and their secret to sustained Culture and Legacy
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Managing Editor Birnavan speaks to Laurier Moot Court about the building blocks to success. How can you build a strong culture that carries forward and creates competitors better than the ones who came before? One Laurier club has the answers. Laurier Moot Court (LMC) has found nationwide success as a mooting program despite being without…
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