Whether you’re a first year, or a returning Golden Hawk looking to expand your community, getting involved at Laurier has plenty of opportunities. Getting involved on campus is also a great way to build friendships, develop new skills, and take advantage of everything Laurier has to offer.
WLUSP (The Cord, The Community edition, The Blueprint, Radio Laurier)
No matter if you love writing, photography, or graphic design, WLUSP has something for you. The Cord, The Community Edition, The Blueprint, and Radio Laurier are all great places to start getting involved. Being a part of WLUSP is a great opportunity to get your voice out there, tell stories that matter, and to learn or expand on new skills. No prior skills are required – editors and staff will happily welcome new volunteers.
The Cord is Laurier’s primary newspaper – and we are always looking for volunteers! It’s a great place to report on stories that matter to us. The Community Edition is Laurier’s newspaper that focuses on a greater Kitchener-Waterloo audience. The Blueprint is a magazine for creative writing, poetry essays, and art submissions. Radio Laurier hosts a range of different podcasts and music shows for you to stream.
Volunteering with us is as easy as a quick email to president@wlusp.com
Join a Club! (Campus arts and community clubs)
Laurier is home to an endless amount of student-run clubs from cultural groups to athletic teams to academic societies to art clubs. Whether you’re interested in ultimate frisbee or philosophy club, Laurier has a club for you!
You can find a list of clubs and associations on the Students’ Union website or at the annual club fair.
The club fair was held this year at the Concourse and various other location at the Laurier Campus on 5th of September 2025.
Community connections
The greater Kitchener-Waterloo community has a vibrant arts and culture scene. Whether you’re interested in art galleries, the symphony, museums, or theatres, KW consistently welcomes student involvement. These broader connections not only enrich the student experience, but also strengthen the bonds between Laurier and the wider arts community.
Whether you’re interested in writing at The Cord, or making the ultimate frisbee team, Laurier has so many opportunities to expand your skills, grow, meet new people, and make the most out of your time at Laurier. You belong at Laurier — so get involved, share your voice, and let the arts help you find your people.
