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Students’ illness not food-borne
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A cluster of student illnesses that were investigated last week as a potential food poisoning incident have since been determined as a likely seasonal
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New deal for BlackBerry after Fairfax deal nixed
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Waterloo-based company BlackBerry Ltd. had something other than financial losses to report to its shareholders on Monday, with the unexpected announcement of a $1-billion
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Leaving an economic impact
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A recent study revealed by the University of Waterloo has found that the post-secondary institution has a significant economic impact on the province and
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Dining Hall not the cause of some students’ gastrointestinal symptoms
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Wilfrid Laurier University began an investigation into a possible food poisoning incident at the Dining Hall Wednesday after seven students presented at Health Services
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Do you feel safe in your neighbourhood?
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In the past six weeks, there have been three assaults — two of which were of a sexual nature — in areas surrounding Wilfrid
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Flipping traditional lectures
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In an attempt to mix up the traditional teaching style, some Wilfrid Laurier University professors are turning the idea of lectures on its head.
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French studies expanding
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The Ontario government is releasing $16.5 million to expand French-language programs and services in provincial colleges and universities. Ontario, which is Canada’s second largest
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Activists gather for Indigenous rights
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Upwards of 150 people crowded Waterloo Town Square last Friday to show solidarity with the Idle No More movement for Indigenous rights. Several prominent
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Completing the wellness circle
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Counselling Services and Health Services should have a new front to present to the student body in the next year. As part of implementing
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A middle ground for social change
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Academics and activists found common ground last week at Wilfrid Laurier University, where nearly 500 people gathered for the 2013 Peace and Justice Studies
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