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Laurier guard drafted into Canadian Elite Basketball League.

Laurier guard drafted into Canadian Elite Basketball League.

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The importance of explaining evolving COVID-19 evidence.

The importance of explaining evolving COVID-19 evidence.

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Update on fall 2021 in-person activity.

Update on fall 2021 in-person activity.

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A 'global classroom' provides transformative intercultural learning experiences.

A 'global classroom' provides transformative intercultural learning experiences.

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Business student honoured with Co-op Student of the Year Award.

Business student honoured with Co-op Student of the Year Award.

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Watch the student films featured at UN’s Sustainable Development Goals Global Festival of Action.

Watch the student films featured at UN’s Sustainable Development Goals Global Festival of Action.

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Placing research focus on health inequities.

Placing research focus on health inequities.

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Laurier virologist discovers new cell line to use as a model for studying coronaviruses.

Laurier virologist discovers new cell line to use as a model for studying coronaviruses.

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Provincial scholarship awarded for research on young people with cannabis-induced psychosis.

Provincial scholarship awarded for research on young people with cannabis-induced psychosis.

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Embracing a Community Health placement during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Embracing a Community Health placement during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Laurier Association of Black Students honoured for work addressing racial inequities.

Laurier Association of Black Students honoured for work addressing racial inequities.

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Student receives McCall MacBain Scholarship to pursue a fully funded master’s degree.

Student receives McCall MacBain Scholarship to pursue a fully funded master’s degree.

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Understanding cultural differences in the workplace.

Understanding cultural differences in the workplace.

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Celebrating student teaching excellence.

Celebrating student teaching excellence.

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Political science student receives $10,000 Ontario Remembrance Scholarship.

Political science student receives $10,000 Ontario Remembrance Scholarship.

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Providing life-changing employment training to individuals living with developmental disabilities.

Providing life-changing employment training to individuals living with developmental disabilities.

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“Laurier truly feels like a community. Everyone around me is here to make sure I succeed, not just in my sport but in life as well.”

Tayania
Computer Science and Business

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“The Brantford campus feels like a small town, rather than a big city. I like the homey atmosphere where everyone knows everyone.”

Paris
Game Design

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“This is where I feel like I belong. This is where I feel like I’m learning, fostering myself and learning about who I am and how I can fit into this wonderful community of friendly people who want to do the same thing — better ourselves, better the school and better our community.”

Abegail
Business

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“I love Laurier because of the community feel. Laurier is the perfect size, making you feel right at home. I know the connections and relationships I’ve made will last forever.”

Elora
Kinesiology

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We're proud to recognize four outstanding student teachers with Student Teaching Awards of Excellence. ��  The recipients have used their teaching and mentorship positions to guide peers through the unique challenges of the remote learning environment, inspiring confidence, curiosity and competence among Laurier students along the way.  Congratulations! ��  • Veronica Grad, Health Sciences (Undergraduate Category) • Katrina Abela, Psychology (Master's Category) • Cara Grosset, Social Work (Doctoral Category) • Lauren Munro, Psychology (Doctoral Category)  ✨ Link in bio for more info. ✨ on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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#ICYMI FALL UPDATE: what we know now, what we’re currently working on, and key dates for when we’ll know more related to:  ➡️ Delivering in-person fall-term courses  ➡️ In-person student services and extra-curricular experiences   Visit the link in bio.   #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #lauriercares #LaurierCommunity #fall #universitylife on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
We are proud to announce the winners of the 2021 Donald F. Morgenson Awards for Teaching Excellence. These amazing faculty and educational professionals use their teaching approaches and commitment to student success to cultivate the culture of academic excellence at Laurier.  Do you know any of these amazing educators?  • Sustained Excellence: Lillian Debruin • Innovation in Teaching: Sunny Wang • Staff Excellence: Crystal Shadwell • Hoffman Little Award: Allison McDonald • Early Career Excellence: Darren Thomas • Internationalization: Andrew M. Robinson • Faculty Mentoring: Meena Sharify-Funk  Learn more about teaching excellence at Laurier in the link in bio.  #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #lauriercares #LaurierCommunity #highered #studentaffairs #cdnpse #teaching #education #learning #teacher on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
Good luck on your exams, Golden Hawks! ��  Congratulations to all our students who made it through a year unlike any before. You've stayed the course, adapted, persevered and thrived during a very challenging year.   Link in bio for a refresher on what it means to stay golden while working on final assignments and writing your exams.  Thanks to @laurier.archives for this �� of the @laurierlibrary on the Waterloo campus from the 1970s. #DYK the metal sculpture by the library is titled "Prejudice", by artist William R. Slack? on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Mr. Nacho says, "Happy National Pet Day!" ��  #DYK Laurier, the @kwsphumane, and @brantcountyspca have a partnership to connect animals in need of foster homes with Laurier students, faculty and staff?   Interested fosters can complete the online application form available online for the type of animal they wish to foster – dog, cat, small animal or reptile.   Head to the link in bio for more info.  #DogsofLaurier #WilfridLaurierUniversity #Laurier #LaurierLove #NationalPetDay #dogsofinstagram #petsofinstagram #pets #chihuahuasofinstagram on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Students -- want to win $100 from the Laurier Bookstore? We want to hear about your life as a #GoldenHawk and what made your Laurier experience special.   �� We’re asking students to send in a short video about YOUR Laurier moment – an experience, a class, a professor, a friend, a project, a book, a team that changed your life and made your time at Laurier special. All participants will be entered into the draw to win!  �� Send your video to socialmedia@wlu.ca (or DM us!) and find out more at the ✨ link in bio ✨. Don't forget to wear your Laurier Swag! #MyLaurierMoment �� #forevergolden on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Our Brantford campus is home to some of our most unique and innovative programs – many of which are also pathway programs, meaning students from Ontario colleges can jump on a fast-track to completing their degree. ����  Whether you’re a transfer student, a mature student, or gearing up to finish high school, there’s something unique and inspiring for you in Brantford. Visit us online this week to see what's in store for 'Brantford week' at our Virtual Open House. Click the ✨ link in bio ✨ for more.  #recruitment #students #studentsuccess #brantfordontario #brantford #ontariouniversities #laurierlove #inspiredtogether #wilfridlaurieruniversity #forevergolden on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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If all your learning is getting done during class, you’re not at Laurier. Volunteer work, leadership programs, co-op work experience – they’re all an integral part of how we extend the classroom into the real world.  The Laurier Experience Record expands on the university’s co-curricular record, which was the first of its kind in the country when Laurier introduced it in 2003.  By tracking your involvement through the Laurier Experience Record, you'll keep a record of your experiences and how much time you have committed to them. You'll be able to reflect on your experiences and identify competencies and skills you have developed.  #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #lauriercares #LaurierCommunity @c3innovationlabs @lauriercareercentre #work #motivation #inspiration on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
UPDATE: The province announced today that Ontario will move into a province-wide lockdown at 12:01 am on April 3. As always, Laurier is focused on protecting the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff. Stay safe, wear a mask, and continue to socially distance. �� Visit the link in bio for more.   ���� Have a great (and safe) long weekend, Golden Hawks.   Please note: the university will be closed Friday, April 2 and will reopen Monday, April 5.  #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #universitylife #campus #campuslife #canadianuniversity #canadianuniversities #universitycampus #unilife #studentlife #universitystudent #undergrad #gradstudent #lockdown #ontario #ontariocanada on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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"One of the biggest things I want to remind you of is how incredibly resilient, creative and nimble you have proven yourself to be. These past months have been some of the most challenging times of anyone’s life, and Laurier students have demonstrated time and again that they are up for the challenge."   - Kimberly Barber, Professor @lauriermusic.  ⏩ Read more words of encouragement from #Laurier faculty as we head into the final weeks of our first academic year virtually. Link in bio ✨.  #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #lauriercares #LaurierCommunity #universitylife #campus #campuslife #canadianuniversity #canadianuniversities #universitycampus #unilife #studentlife #universitystudent #studymotivation #studytime #studyhard #brantcounty #studystudystudy #undergrad #gradstudent #kwawesome on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
We're throwing it back to 1988. Before the pandemic, most #Laurier students on the Waterloo campus would start their university journey right here. The entrance has changed and adapted since 1988, and will continue to transform in the years to come as the home to @lauriermusic.   The John Aird Centre originally housed the Maureen Forester Recital Hall, @robertlangenag, Theatre Auditorium, classrooms, and offices. It is named for John B. Aird, former lieutenant-governor of Ontario, and Chancellor of #Laurier from 1977 to 1985.  Thanks to @laurier.archives for this ��.   #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #lauriercares #LaurierCommunity #tbt #flashbackfriday #beautiful #throwback #throwbackthursday #kwawesome on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Some of the best #Laurier undergraduate student research is on display this week during the virtual Academic, Creative and Engaged Research Showcase.  The projects will be available online for viewing and judging. Up to three winners in each category – posters, podcasts and videos – will be announced at the 2021 ACERS Awards Ceremony, including a “People’s Choice Award” on March 26, 2021. ��  Everyone is invited to view the submissions and cast their vote for the People’s Choice Award.  Pictured is 2020 Poster Competition winner Rodina Ghisyawan, for her and Vanita Lad's project: “Johnny Gets a Vaccine”: A Children’s Comic Book  Head to the ✨ link in bio ✨  to cast your vote! on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Through #Laurier's many lecture series and podcasts, we are building knowledge that serves society. ��  #Foodies can tune into the Handpicked Podcast, which showcases the research happening at the Laurier Centre for Sustainable Food Systems with a focus on how the work creates meaningful changes to the ways we produce, get, eat and understand our food.  #Hockey fans can listen in on the RinkTalk podcast featuring interviews with interesting people about backyard rinks, outdoor #skating, shinny hockey, and other winter activities on ice. Hosted by @lauriergeogenv Professor Robert McLeman, co-founder of the RinkWatch citizen science project.  �� Learn more about lectures and podcasts at Laurier at the link in bio. ✨  #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #lauriercares #LaurierCommunity #universitylife #campus #campuslife #canadianuniversity #canadianuniversities #universitycampus #unilife #studentlife #universitystudent #studymotivation #studytime #studyhard #undergrad #gradstudent #podcast #podcastersofinstagram on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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��Happy First Day of Spring, Golden Hawks! ��  #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #LaurierCommunity #beautiful #sun #picoftheday #spring #nationalhappinessday #internationaldayofhappiness on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Dr. Darren Thomas has been appointed as Wilfrid Laurier University's new Associate Vice-President of Indigenous Initiatives for a five-year term beginning July 1, 2021.   Thomas, currently an associate professor in Laurier’s Indigenous Studies program, will play a key leadership role in strengthening and expanding Laurier’s reputation for excellence in Indigeneity and advancing its priorities and goals.  Dr. Thomas has significant experience working at Laurier, joining in 2006 as the coordinator of community service-learning.  Read more at the link in bio.  #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #lauriercares #LaurierCommunity on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
Laurier's SC Johnson building is one of Brantford’s most beautiful buildings.   Featuring ionic columns, the building was constructed in 1907 and originally housed four distinct structures that housed the Canadian Bank of Commerce and Royal Loans and Savings.  Today, Laurier’s SC Johnson building includes a lecture hall, administrative offices, alumni services, two study lounges and computer labs for Business Technology Management students. On the first floor, visitors will find Laurier’s Little Free Library, a take-one-leave-one free book library. On the second floor is a student study space and computer stations, located under the building’s exposed beams.  Throughout the SC Johnson Building, there are signs of its past life, including the original detailed ceiling, a spiral staircase from the first to the second floor, a fireplace and bank vault doors.  �� Historical photo of SC Johnson Building ca. 1956. Photo courtesy of the Brantford Heritage Inventory.  Uncover more of Laurier Brantford campus’ history at the link in bio. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #brantford #discoverbrantford #BeautifulBrantford @tourismbrantford @downtown.brantford @city_of_brantford  @harmony_square @heartofontario #HamiltonHaltonBrant @campuslifebrantford #tbt #flashbackfriday #beautiful #blackandwhite #throwback @laurier.archives  @branthistoricalsociety on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Calling all aspiring musicians �� and scientists �� – this week’s Open House schedule is designed just for you!   In addition to live webinars on programs and popular admissions topics, we have student ambassadors hosting virtual campus tours, so make sure you sign up soon to get a first-hand look at our campuses and get all your questions answered. More at the ✨ link in bio.✨  @lauriermusic #staygolden #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurierlove #campuslife #virtualopenhouse #LaurierVOH #universitylife #music #science #aspiringscientist on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Anyone else here born in the 1900s, or is it just me? #1911  For 110 years, #Laurier has adapted to meet the needs of a world constantly changing. Our commitment to leading and growing in experiential learning means teaching in the classroom is fully integrated with opportunities to gain hands-on experience outside the classroom and our students seek opportunities to get involved and lead.   Thanks to @laurier.archives for this @wlucheerleading ��  from 1997.  #90s #tbt #throwback #itsgreattobealauriergoldenhawk #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #LaurierCommunity #universitylife #campus #campuslife #canadianuniversity #canadianuniversities #universitycampus #unilife #studentlife #universitystudent #undergrad #gradstudent on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Laurier's Brantford campus is literally woven into the downtown core of the @city_of_brantford and opposite from @harmony_square.  But, the strong connections between campus and community don’t end there. Students bring classroom learning to life through community partnerships and volunteer placements, enabling them to make a difference and support this growing city.  At the Laurier @ymcahbb, students enjoy staying active while surrounded by a magnificent view across the nearby Grand River as well as the beautiful historical @downtown.brantford.   Learn more about Laurier's Brantford campus. Link in bio.   #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #brantford #discoverbrantford #BeautifulBrantford @tourismbrantford @downtown.brantford @heartofontario  #HamiltonHaltonBrant @campuslifebrantford @laurierbrantfordgoldenhawks #photooftheday #art #photography on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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