Author: Julian Panchaud
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The hero’s journey through fiction
Commonly known to both the worlds of literature and gaming is the hero’s journey: a monomyth or archetype used in storytelling. Fiction is an essential part of development in children, students, young…
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The campus of language programs
Wilfrid Laurier’s Brantford campus has a strong history with an international student program known as the Laurier English and Academic Foundation (LEAF), making it an especially inclusive campus and an ideal place…
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“You always owe it to yourself”
Alcoholism is a dangerous condition that can arise from repeatedly abusing alcohol. Like any other addiction, quitting is an incredible challenge. Ainsley Arnold, who is seven months sober, spoke to me about…
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What Laurier Brantford knows about sex
Sexuality is obviously a big part of people’s lives. Regardless of context, whether that be romantic or a hook up, it cannot be denied that humanity as a whole cares a lot…
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The Students Speak up about the Students’ Union
Student elections come around every year, but not a whole lot of people are actually able to answer: What do the student elections really mean? Why do we even have these…
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What’s your thing?
Meet Alexander Kirley, the board game entrepreneur. Kirley’s fascination in board games and other tabletop games came from an old tradition of a “Friday game night” in Kirley’s family. His parents made sure the television went off every…
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Laurier sees the potential in gaming
A new and exciting program has emerged onto Wilfrid Laurier’s Brantford campus: Game Design and Development, a unique program for the ever-expanding study of game design. At the heart of…
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Brantford to celebrate 40th Santa Claus Parade
JCI is celebrating its 40th anniversary of the Santa Claus Parade in Brantford. The parade will take place as it does every year on Nov. 29, the last Saturday of the month.…
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Restorative Justice Week 2014 will be recognized in Brantford
Thanks to the efforts of Laurier Brantford’s Restorative Justice class CC211, the City of Brantford will recognize Nov. 16 to Nov. 23 2014 as Restorative Justice Week. According to the course’s professor…
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Fashion show to raise funds for breast cancer research
The month of October signifies that Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2014 has begun around the globe. Included in the many organizations working towards the breast cancer research cause is Nina-Brie, a clothing…
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Brantford Fire Department kicks off Fire Prevention Week
This week is the annual Fire Prevention Week. Running from October 5 to October 11, Fire Prevention Week is promoting the 2014 theme of “Smoke Alarms Save Lives. Test Yours Every Month!”…
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Brantford prepares for Scare in the Square
Downtown Brantford is in the midst of preparing for Scare in the Square, the annual event that transforms Harmony Square into a haven for zombies and scarecrows alike. The Halloween themed festivities…
