study abroad
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Golden Hawk Taye Donald’s reign of the 2023-2024 basketball season
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Laurier is no stranger to impressive student-athletes adorning the purple and gold. However, sometimes, a notable Golden Hawk takes their league by storm. Taye Donald is a 6’2 third-year basketball guard who took a leap this past OUA season and became one of the best university players in the province. Following last season, where he…
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Exchange students take on A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Stratford Upon-Avon
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On Feb. 28, a trip from the University of Birmingham to Stratford Upon-Avon for the English literature department left with two full buses of students. This trip was planned by two coordinators from the student exchange advisory and involved a jam-packed schedule in Stratford Upon-Avon where students were able to meet cast members of Shakespeare’s…
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Why studying early English literature is still important in the UK today
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English literature is an incredibly vast medium of writing. Studying authors such as Shakespeare focuses more on creativity and setting, whereas novelists such as Jane Austen centre on story and character building. The University of Birmingham has approximately 20,000 full time undergraduate students studying disciplines from economics to philosophy. The college of arts and law…
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Exchange student expectation versus reality: is it worth it to decide to study abroad?
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To commit to an exchange program abroad is not always as easy. Things do not always go the way you expect. I talked to some exchange students at the University of Birmingham to find out what they hope to get out of their exchange experience. “Getting to experience studying in a different country while also…
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Golden Hawks’ resilienceshines despite loss to Waterloo Warriors
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In a hard-fought battle at home, the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks showcased remarkable resilience against the Waterloo Warriors, ultimately falling short 70-65. Despite the loss, the game was marked by a notable achievement from standout player Cassidy Hirtle – alongside a spirited comeback effort. Hirtle’s performance was a beacon of hope for the Hawks, earning…
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Women’s playoff hopes end in gritty match
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The Laurier women’s soccer team embarked on an admirable playoff journey as the team advanced to the round of 16, where they faced the Windsor Lancers. It was a night to remember, as Laurier secured a stunning 2-1 victory after being down 1-0 at halftime. In the 55th minute, Jada Johnson emerged as a key…
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Hawks men’s hockey fall to Varsity Blues
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The Laurier men’s hockey team welcomed the University of Toronto to the Waterloo Recreation Complex for an intense and competitive matchup. The Hawks looked to extend their win streak to two games while the Varsity Blues hoped to get back into the win column. The game got off to an exciting start, with Toronto taking…
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Golden Hawks soccer host Senior Day for their last match on home soil
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The Laurier women’s and men’s soccer teams hosted the Western Mustangs in their final game at home. The women’s team celebrated ten senior athletes who prepared to play one last time at Alumni Field. The Laurier Golden Hawks battled in a physical match against the Mustangs, led by their fifth year Captain, Lila Nakano. Nakano…
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Golden Hawks Fall to McMaster After Hard Fought Battle at Alumni Field
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The Laurier Golden Hawks’ men’s soccer team faced a challenging weekend as they battled with the McMaster Marauders in back-to-back games, ultimately falling short with identical 1-0 scores. The Golden Hawks started the game strong, setting the tone with a corner kick and two shots in the first six minutes of the match. Laurier pushed…
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