Laurier mourns the loss of instructor Lorin Shalanko

Sept. 8, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Lorin Shalanko, a Coach Accompanist in the Faculty of Music.

We know many of you have collaborated with Lorin, and this will be very difficult news for you to learn.

We share our sympathies with his loved ones as we mourn his loss. 

Losing an instructor has a significant impact on the entire Laurier community. The university is focused on offering support and ensuring the well-being of students, faculty and staff. Laurier reminds students, staff and faculty of the support services available at the university: 

• Student Wellness Centres: 519.884.0710 x3146 or wellness@wlu.ca. 
• Here 24/7: 1.844.437.3247. 
• Delton Glebe Counselling Centre: 519.884.3305 or glebecentre@wlu.ca. 
• Dean of Students’ Office: 519.884.0710 x3533 or deanofstudentswl@wlu.ca (Waterloo) or 519.756.8228 x5716 or deanofstudentsbr@wlu.ca (Brantford). 
• Laurier Human Resources employee and family assistance program: 519.884.0710 x2007 or hr@wlu.ca.  
• Laurier's Special Constable Service: 519.885.3333 (Waterloo) or 519.770.3778 (Brantford).