STEM
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Laurier supporting women in STEM
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As the world continues to persevere through a global pandemic, discussion surrounding equity gaps in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields have become more imperative than ever before. According to Statistics Canada, “among STEM graduates aged 25 to 34, women accounted for 59 per cent of those in science and technology programs, but accounted for…
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Why we still need to study the humanities in an increasingly STEM-dominated post-secondary world
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The dichotomy between science and humanities in terms of use when it comes to post-secondary degrees has long been debated. It is a common misconception that degrees in areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) are more valuable than those based in the arts and humanities. Some might say this criticism comes from the…
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A Laurier record, 127 student-athletes earn academic honours for the 2019-20 year
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The Laurier Department of Athletics and Recreation recognized a record-breaking number of student-athletes earning academic honours this past year. 127 student-athletes who are a part of Golden Hawks varsity teams on both the Waterloo and Brantford campus were honoured both by their leagues and their school for their work in the classroom. This number is…
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A look at the current uncertain nature of junior hockey competition in Ontario
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The 2020 sports year has been dominated by cancellations, postponements and resulting adjustments. Junior hockey leagues across Canada have taken different approaches to each of their leagues return-to-play initiatives, however the mandate in Ontario is one that sticks out. The OHL, under the direction of Lisa MacLeod, the Ontario Minister of Heritage, Tourism, Sport and…
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Training in the time of COVID-19: Women’s hockey’s return to training on campus
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Increasing COVID-19 restrictions and the cancelation of all sports by the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) has left student-athletes unable to properly train on campus. With the cancellation of both Fall and Winter sports, the OUA has outlined a phased comeback for on-campus training that allows members to create their own program following provincial and school…
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