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Shinerama fundraiser at Laurier turns 60 years old
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This year, Shinerama, Canada’s largest post-secondary fundraiser for cystic fibrosis turns 60 years old. Over 36 colleges and universities across Canada take part in the fundraiser, alongside over 20,000 student volunteers. Similar fundraisers, Lawn Summer Nights, Ride for the Breath of Life Canada and Walk to Make Cystic Fibrosis History also encourage community organizations to…
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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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The wild west of the pro-wrestling world
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Pro-wrestling goes through phases, not only within the on-screen product but also within wrestling’s broader appeal in the mainstream. It may be hard to believe, but there was a time not long ago when wrestling went mainstream. The masses frequently discussed weekly wrestling episodes, sharing their thoughts on recent happenings in a fictitious wrestling universe.…
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Golden Hawks book ticket to Yates Cup
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“We learned that there’s different ways to win … We have a tough, resilient team.” Head coach Michael Faulds said after the Hawks’ gritty win over the Windsor Lancers. Coming off a blowout quarter final against the Waterloo Warriors, the Hawks were looking to keep the momentum going in the OUA semifinals against a Windsor…
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Shoutout to Shootout Laurier Stays Golden
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The Sun Life Financial Arena witnessed a battle between the Laurier Golden Hawks and the Western Mustangs. On display was a balanced exhibition of skills from both sides through four periods. Ultimately the game was decided in a penalty shootout. The opening period set the tone for the rest of the game as Laurier’s netminder…
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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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A golden home: the Seagram Drive project
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As many students come to find being back on campus this year, University Stadium looks a little different. Called the “Seagram Drive Project,” the main focus is creating a space that better serves Laurier students. “We do not have enough square footage for recreation and wellness space as an institution to serve the students on…
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Updating athletics will improve campus greatly
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Kate McCrae Bristol’s ambitious rejuvenation project is set to tackle Laurier’s Athletics and Recreation department. Bristol has worked to kickstart substantial improvements to playing fields, gyms and community gathering spaces. This is an aspect of Laurier that I believe truly needs revamping. Bristol’s transformative endeavor is precisely the kind of change that campus needs to…
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2023 fall semester offerings from the Wilfrid Laurier athletics department
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As another semester dawns over the mystical land of Laurier, students are encouraged to get active and take advantage of the offerings provided by Laurier Athletics. With so many offerings, deciding which direction to go can be challenging. Here’s a breakdown to simplify some of what’s being offered this year at Laurier’s Waterloo campus. It…
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Golden Hawks take on #8 ranked TMU Bold
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Sullivan Sparks opened the scoring, Christian Propp stopped 36 shots and Chayse Herrfort tallied the eventual game-winner 4:34 into the final frame en route to the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks knocking off the #8 ranked TMU Bold for the second time in seven days by a score of 4-3. “When you can get two points…
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