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Golden Hawks Dominate OUA Quarterfinal Game
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The Golden Hawks kept the pedal to the metal in the OUA quarterfinals with a 69-0 victory against the Waterloo Warriors. The tone was set early on as the Warriors’ Johari Hastings completed one of his two interceptions. Taylor Elgersma and company went to work, sending Ethan Jordan into the endzone. Waterloo found themselves in…
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Coach Murphy provides words of Wisdom
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“I was playing multiple sports, but never found that sport that I was drawn to, like it was ingrained in my DNA,” said Coach Phil Murphy. Being able to play on a rugby team ignited the spark and passion Murphy carries to this day. “I remember coming off the field my very first time playing…
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Acclaimed musician Steven Page headlines fundraising concert
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On Oct. 29, acclaimed Canadian musician Steven Page performed alongside the Penderecki String Quartet in a fundraising concert for Laurier’s ‘Making a Space for Music’ campaign. The MSFM campaign goes towards renovating and improving Laurier’s current music building, and all ticket sales were donated to the campaign. “The goal is actually to raise funds, but…
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New developments for the faculty of music
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New developments working to diversify and expand the department of music are currently underway. The renovations are spurred by the Making Space for Music campaign. This newly renovated space will allow faculty and students to teach, practice, and perform together in an updated environment. Members of the community will also be able to enjoy and…
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How Movember spotlights men’s health
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Content Warning: This article mentions sensitive topics such as suicide. This November marks the 20-year anniversary of Movember. The movement sees men growing out their facial hair to bring awareness and raise funds towards men’s health. What started as an idea between 30 friends in Melbourne, Australia has evolved into a global initiative. The movement…
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Laurier Wellness Centre hosts thrive week
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The Laurier Wellness Centre hosted their fall semester Thrive Week Oct. 23 to Oct. 27. Many post-secondary institutions have adopted Thrive Week with the goal of promoting wellness on their campuses. “Post-secondary mental health is in crisis right now. Post-secondary students are facing challenges and I think mental health and physical health play a huge…
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Why does music within video games matter?
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Video games are as popular as they’ve ever been, but what makes them so great? Is it the world building? The characters? The story? Could it be the setting? Development of game mechanics and the function of music throughout games is extensive. Andrea Austin, an Associate Professor in the English and Film Studies department at…
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Remembrance Day returns to Waterloo Region
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11:00 a.m. on Nov. 11 marks the formal ending of the First World War. With heavy hearts, we remember the soldiers that fought for our freedom 105 years ago. On Nov. 11, wear a poppy with pride, have a moment of silence or visit a local cenotaph to pay your respects. The Royal Canadian Legion…
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Mozart, Salieri and Amadeus
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In collaboration with the Grand Philharmonic Choir, Kitchener’s Apollo Cinema showcased Amadeus to promote the choir’s upcoming performance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Requiem. Known as Mozart’s last work, Requiem was left incomplete – Mozart unable to finish writing the piece before his death at the age of 35. However, does the film truly portray Mozart (and…
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Dept. of arts book launch a success
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This year’s Meet the Profs event was hosted by the English and Film Department at the Balsillie School of International Affairs on Oct. 18 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Students and staff gathered together in anticipation to hear readings of recent works published by Laurier professors. At the opening of the event, Professor Eleanor…
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