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Laurier celebrates International Women’s Day with online public events.

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Ciann Wilson honoured for dedication to community transformation and racial justice.

Ciann Wilson honoured for dedication to community transformation and racial justice.

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Music student Sarah Stapleton aims for a ‘ripple effect’ with The Kindness Quest.

Music student Sarah Stapleton aims for a ‘ripple effect’ with The Kindness Quest.

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Laurier Moot Court team tops at McGill invitational for second consecutive year.

Laurier Moot Court team tops at McGill invitational for second consecutive year.

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Women's basketball team remains active, supporting our community during the pandemic.

Women's basketball team remains active, supporting our community during the pandemic.

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Prioritizing personal connections to cultivate virtual classroom community.

Prioritizing personal connections to cultivate virtual classroom community.

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Laurier community supports Canadian Blood Services with 477 blood donations.

Laurier community supports Canadian Blood Services with 477 blood donations.

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Tips from a psychology expert on creating the best new year, even during a pandemic.

Tips from a psychology expert on creating the best new year, even during a pandemic.

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Accepted to elite scientist-astronaut program and closer to dream of going to Mars.

Accepted to elite scientist-astronaut program and closer to dream of going to Mars.

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Helping animals in need through new community partnership.

Helping animals in need through new community partnership.

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Offensive lineman among the top 20 CFL draft prospects for 2021.

Offensive lineman among the top 20 CFL draft prospects for 2021.

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Maternal wisdom: research inspired by a mother’s caregiving journey.

Maternal wisdom: research inspired by a mother’s caregiving journey.

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Creating an inclusive community.

Creating an inclusive community.

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Laurier student researchers use data analysis to build COVID-19 fake news detector.

Laurier student researchers use data analysis to build COVID-19 fake news detector.

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Helping Brantwood Community Services adapt during the pandemic.

Helping Brantwood Community Services adapt during the pandemic.

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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
Get ready for virtual Open House, #FutureGoldenHawks! ���� Bookmark this page to refer back to dates and important information.  #Laurier is a place where people are inspired to learn, lead, and build lifelong relationships; to give their all and to give back. Our commitment to academic excellence ensures our graduates are ready for the future and ready to leave their mark on the world.  How virtual Open House works: 1. Your faculty is hosting a virtual open house during a specific week, with live events and new on-demand content for your program.  2. You can watch information sessions or take a virtual tour at any time. You don't have to wait for your faculty's week to participate. 3. We’re hosting an “April Break Break" so you can focus on fun, inspiring activities that get you excited about Laurier.  Can’t attend during your week? We’ll make sure we post all recordings of live content so you can watch them at your convenience.  Faculty Open House Dates:  ��  @lazaridisschool: Feb 22-27  �� Faculty of Science: March 8 - 13 ��  @lauriermusic: March 8 - 13 ✒️ Faculty of Arts: March 22 - 27 �� Faculty of Human and Social Sciences: April 5 - 10 ⚖️ Faculty of Liberal Arts: April 5 - 10 �� Faculty of Social Work: April 5 – 10  �� April Break: April 12 - 17 �� International Week: April 19 - 24  Link in bio for all the details.  #Laurier2025 #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #lauriercares #LaurierCommunity @laurierbio @lauriergeogenv @laurierglobalstudies @laurierbsw @laurierlanglit @lauriersociology @wluxd on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Business in the front; an electric vehicle charging station, designated car-sharing spots, and an indoor bicycle storage room in the back. ��  #DYK Lazaridis Hall achieved LEED Gold certification for its sustainable construction and design and regularly offsets a significant portion of its carbon footprint?   Sustainability was top of mind for Lazaridis Hall from its beginnings. �� The building uses rooftop solar panels to generate electricity; a green roof with grasses and shrubs to absorb excess stormwater and provide insulation; a greywater system that collects and filters rainwater for use in toilets and landscaping; and an efficient heating and cooling system. Vents under auditorium and classroom seats keep guests and students comfortable without unnecessarily heating or cooling the air above. In other parts of the building, a chilled-beam system adjusts the temperature by recirculating and redistributing cooled air.   @lazaridisschool #LazaridisHall #wilfridlaurieruniversity #Laurier #Sustainability @lauriergreen #GreenCampus #LaurierLove   Please note these photos were taken before the #COVID19 pandemic. on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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All dressed up and nowhere to go.��  You've applied to Laurier's @lazaridisschool. Now what?   Click on the ✨ link in bio ✨  for more info on:  - Admission requirements for Lazaridis programs - The largest business degree co-op program in the country - How you can get involved in Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation - Award-winning faculty and research - Experiential learning opportunities such as case competitions - @prismresources available to students - Getting involved through @lazsoc   #LazaridisHall #WilfridLaurierUniversity #Laurier #Waterloo #business #economics #businessschool #university #universitylife on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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"I was a student in the Honours BSc: Computing and Computer Electronics program back in 2015. I really enjoyed my time in the school, it felt like one big community of people with similar mindsets, respecting one another and trying to keep the university with an air of happiness.   I remember learning about the culture of the school and thinking, 'Don't step on the Hawk? There's a hawk in the school?' and before I knew it, I was telling one of my friends to kiss the Hawk, since he stepped on it (don't worry I won't say your name).   After Laurier, I started dwelling into animation, which has also been a whole new experience and I've found myself working on different drawings, exploring new art mediums that I did not even know existed and now working on an animated show.   I've teamed up with my friends and have been using my computer science skills to build a website that we are planning to post our works on. We are planning to launch the site really soon.  So that's pretty much my life so far, thank you so much for reading it. Oh and one more thing, "IT'S GREAT, TO BE, A LAURIER GOLDEN, HAWK!"" ����  Thanks to Oladipupo Kareem (B.Sc. ‘18) @dipo_draws for sharing his story and art with us.  Laurier celebrates Black artists, scholars & scientists during Black History Month through a series of virtual events open to students, staff, faculty and the public. Thanks to all those who have organized, participated in and attended events and activities this month.  #blackhistorymonth #BHM2021 @laurieralumni #art #blackartist #blackart #blackowned #artist #supportblackartists #supportblackart @laurieralumni  @robertlangenag @laurierbrantfordcsedi  @laurierwaterloocsedi @laurierwins @laurierlibrary on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Quality flat lay����#Laurierproud  ��: @rnoushin_97 on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Looking ahead to sunny days and blue skies. ☀️  What are you doing to stay positive over winter? Comment below! ⬇️ We're partipating in the @wluathletics #Hawks30x30.  #wilfridlaurieruniversity #Laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #summer #inspiration on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
Cotton candy skies ☁️   We hope everyone is enjoying a beatiful, restful reading week full of sunsets and sunrises.   ��: @adessisodyssey on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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"Having talent and skill is one thing, what you do with them is another. I aim to use mine to uplift the Black community and other minority groups. This comes in various forms for me. I take pictures that tell a story about the beauty in our amazing cultures. This is important especially with our current political climate where racism is being seen both rampantly and in places even at the highest seat. I uplift our women... not just our amazing black women but also women from other cultures and ethnicities. I want people to go to @ladyrose_studio, smile, & feel good about themselves. I aim to create a platform where other artists and creatives can showcase their work and collaborate. We rise by lifting others!  My advice for students would be to find something they truly enjoy. I remember when I made the decision to actually give photography a go. It was the second semester of first year, I joined every group or club that had to do with photography - @the.sputnik, Laurier International Filmmakers Guild, & Carnegie @wlusp. It gave me a chance to constantly improve my skills. I became an instructor at LIFG and made the front page of the newspaper. There’s always a group or club for you at Laurier or you can start your own.   Being an artist is all about using your skills and talent to create. For me, it is about showing the beauty that is already all around us. In this day and age, we are hardwired to always be on the go and we often forget to slow down and actually take it in. Photographers have the unique ability to capture a piece of time, a single special moment that you never want to end."  Thank you Mitchell Emmanuel-Kalu ('20) from @ladyrose_studio (final pic) for sharing your story and art.   This month Laurier celebrates Black artists, scholars & scientists through a series of virtual events open to students, staff, faculty and the public.  CREDIT: Jel Giwa @jel_g; Augusta Ojumah @nnekaa.__; Ding Stephen @ding_stephen; Hidayah Osman @hidayah.osman; Marcus Shirley @itsnotshirley2; Yusra El Hadharmy @its_yussra; Oluwatomisin Fedrick @teeme_fredrick; Gurleen Kaur @gkkxo; Maiya Mistry @maiyamist   #blackhistorymonth #BHM2021 #blackartist #blackart #blackowned on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
❤️ Happy Valentine's Day! Nothing like walking through campus with bae ����  What's the first spot you'll meet up with friends when we can return to campus? We're thinking the concourse in Waterloo and the RAC in Brantford.  #ValentinesDay #LaurierLove #StayGolden #WilfridLaurierUniversity #Laurier #Brantford #discoverbrantford #BeautifulBrantford @tourismbrantford @downtown.brantford @city_of_brantford @harmony_square @heartofontario #HamiltonHaltonBrant @campuslifebrantford #lauriergoldenhawks #campuslife #highered #universitylife #brantfordontario #waterloo  Note: this photo was taken prior to the pandemic. on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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�� Golden Hawks -- get some rest but also get #ReadingWeek ready. Click the link in bio to learn more about:  ✏️ General Support �� Academic Resources �� Wellness Resources  �� COVID Safety  Reminder: Containing the spread of #COVID19 is a collective effort – we all play a part in keeping our community safe. Please remember your responsibility to yourselves, your families, and your communities when it comes to public safety.   Follow the COVID-19 safety steps and follow government and public health guidelines around safety, social distancing, the stay-at-home order and travel restrictions, including restrictions within Ontario.   #Laurier’s Residence buildings will remain open and staffed over Reading Week. Residence students are able to stay in residence throughout the break to limit travel and contact with others. on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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Work hard, play hard. ����  Good luck on your mid-terms, Golden Hawks!   Thanks to @baileyvanlaare and @1zzy24 for sharing this ��  #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #kwawesome #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #petsofinstagram #dogsofinstagram #dogsoflaurier #studymotivation #studytime #studyhard #pets #studystudystudy #undergrad #gradstudent on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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M.Falconer (BA '17) started painting in 2014 while still a student at Laurier. What started out as an outlet to escape her studies quickly grew into a full-time art career. Her journey to becoming an artist has taught her to always follow her heart regardless of societal standards and expectations.   "You only have one life so why waste it doing things you hate just to please others. Your happiness is what matters most so use your passion and creativity to make a difference in this world and you won't regret it."   M.Falconer is a Toronto based self-taught visual artist. Her work is strongly influenced by North American Black pop culture because it's the form of culture she identifies with the most. Her paintings foster a sense of positivity, self-love, empowerment, representation, community and culture.   Thanks to @melissafalconer for sharing her story and art with us.  This month Laurier celebrates Black artists, scholars & scientists during Black History Month through a series of virtual events open to students, staff, faculty and the public.  ✨Find all of our events in the link in bio.   #mfalconer #blackhistorymonth #BHM2021 @laurieralumni #art #blackartist #blackart #painting #popart #blackgirlswhopaint #blackowned #artist #supportblackartists #supportblackart @laurieralumni @robertlangenag @laurierbrantfordcsedi @laurierwaterloocsedi @laurierwins @laurierlibrary on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
Mother Nature wanted us to know it’s still winter ❄️   ��: @melinda3092 #brantford on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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As we settle into the winter 2021 academic term, we are looking ahead to our spring, intersession and summer (“sprummer”) 2021 terms.  Given the continued public health risks presented by COVID-19 in Ontario, the safest approach for our university community is to continue to offer undergraduate and graduate courses through primarily remote and online delivery for the spring, intersession and summer terms.  Class and exam dates for the "Sprummer" terms are as follows:  �� Spring term: Classes: May 10 - Aug. 4 Exams: Aug. 7-16  ��Intersession term: Classes: May 10 - June 21 Exams: June 24-27  ☀️Summer term: Classes: July 5 - Aug. 16 Exams: Aug. 19-21  Find more important dates in 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 #studystudystudy #undergrad #gradstudent #sun #beautiful #picoftheday #photooftheday on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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“I think what it means to be an artist entails way more than expression, more than a way of creation, but also a means of feeling like they’re home during the process of creation.   Art, for me, brought me to so many different places and destinations where I once dreamt about and a place of comfort whenever feeling lost.   I think what it means to be an artist is being that one person who finds the beauty in all things bad. Being an artist is taking that courage to come out of societal standards, continuously defying the odds and creating scenery in which sheds light to those who need a strand of hope.   Art brought me from Jamaica to Canada with not much but passion. I believe if you wait for life to be perfect to be a good artist or to do what you love, you will never enjoy life’s best riches.   Life is everything but patient. Life won’t always allow you the time to do what you love, so I figured I’d do it now. My name is Britney Holung and I am 20 years old, I’m an artist, a photographer, a director, an entrepreneur and I am a creative studying Film Studies at Laurier.  My transition from the Caribbean to North America was frightening in regards to my image and how I felt about creating art. Laurier’s Maker-space provided me that comfort to keep creating art, to keep going.   My advice to every artist is what a dear friend and mentor tells me: to just keep going. Whether good or bad, just keep going.”  Thanks to @britneyholung for sharing her artwork and story with us. Check out a video about her in the last slide.   This month, Laurier is celebrating Black artists, scholars & scientists during Black History Month through a series of virtual events open to students, staff, faculty and the public.   ✨Find the events in the link in bio.   #laurierpride #blackhistorymonth #bhm2021 #blackarist #supportblackartists #wilfridlaurieruniversity #lauriergoldenhawks #laurierfilmstudies #waterloo #brantford @robertlangenag @laurierlibrary on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
�� we spy some Golden Hawks with seriously good taste! We ���� seeing all the #LaurierLove for our grads!  Thanks to @kupcakesbykierra (�� cupcakes) and @cakesbykris_ �� for sharing these �� creations with us!  #ForeverGolden #Laurier2020 @laurieralumni #wilfridlaurieruniversity #laurier #laurierlove #waterloo #brantford #brantfordontario #staygolden #wlu #lauriercares #LaurierCommunity #Classof2020 #Classof2021 #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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��GIVEAWAY ALERT�� Share how you have been staying healthy, active and/or creative during #COVID19 for your chance to WIN either a $50 gift card to Lululemon, Amazon or Uber Eats ����   TO ENTER:   1️⃣ Follow @wilfridlaurieruni, @wluathletics and @laurieralumni  2️⃣ Like this post  3️⃣ Comment below with an emoji that shows how you have been staying healthy, active and/or creative this past year ��‍♀��������‍�� AND tag a friend!   DETAILS:  Contest ends Friday, January 29 at 11:59 pm EST  Winners (3) announced on Monday, February 1 at 12:00 pm EST   Rules/Disclaimer  This contest is open to Wilfrid Laurier University prospective students, current students, alumni, and community members. Not open to staff or faculty. By “liking” and commenting, you enter and agree that this contest is no way associated with, administered by, or endorsed by Instagram. Visit the link in bio for the full contest rules. on Wednesday 31st of December 1969 at 07:33:41 PM by wilfridlaurieruni
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