Category: Arts & Culture

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY LESLIE MOFFAT  The Rope Factory Event Hall, a historic industrial building turned multi-purpose event hall located five minutes from campus, is hosting a variety of themed Date Nights this…

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY JEREMY VYN / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY There is only one starting point, as quoted in the webinar “Let’s Talk Money: Financial Wellness Series” by Fred Masters, and that is to…

Alexandra Ogunsanya is a fourth year Law and Society student from Brampton, Ontario. She graduated in 2018 from St. Thomas Aquinas and has since turned herself into a self-proclaimed entrepreneur.   “Technically…

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY MOLLY SIMPSON / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY Since it was first reported on Nov. 24, 2021, the Omicron variant of COVID-19 has taken over the world and sent communities scrambling to…

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY SARA SHEIKH / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY Chris Funk, The Wonderist, displayed a mixture of magic and mentalism at his most recent showing at the Sanderson Centre for the performing arts.…

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY JEREMY VYN / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY From Kanye West’s feature-filled project and a 10-minute remake of a heartbreak classic to the long-awaited return of Lorde and the debut single from…

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY SARA SHEIHK / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY Socializing is good for your mind, body and soul.  The benefits of having strong social connections include lower rates of anxiety and depression, higher …

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY MOLLY SIMPSON / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY When I was growing up, reading was a huge passion of mine. I was the kid who always had a book and would prefer…

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY SARA SHEIKH / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY Brantford has become a popular filming location in recent years, with well-known productions like The Handmaid’s Tale, Schitt’s Creek, and the newly released Mayor…

PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED BY KAREN SAVOY / SPUNTIK PHOTOGRAPHY Many people find autumn a challenging transition for their mental health. This is often a result of seasonal changes like less sunlight, colder weather…

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY SARA SHEIKH / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY The British Colonial policies of 1754 to 1829 aimed to tackle three main objectives: Recruitment and supply of Indigenous military allies, regulation of trade…

PHOTO SUBMITTED BY EMILY DAMMON Waterford’s annual Pumpkinfest is back on its feet this season after the now 39 year-old tradition was halted by the pandemic last year.    Last weekend’s four-day…

PHOTO BY MICHAEL SWAN / FLICKR The Muslim communities of Canada have long been present, dating back before the implementation of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. However, despite this place…

PHOTO BY SARA SHEIKH / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY As October is “National Take a Field Trip Month”, it is a marvellous time to get outside and enjoy the fast-approaching autumn weather. Here are…

PHOTO BY SARA SHEIKH / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY In recognition of the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation last Thursday, Laurier held “Children are Sacred”, a fundraising concert featuring Indigenous artists to…

PHOTO BY SARA SHEIKH / SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY Grand River Hall (a Laurier Brantford campus residence building) rests on Colborne street, nestled between the Brantford YMCA and The Branford Library. The views from…

PHOTO BY DARA @TONICHEALTH / UNSPLASH PHOTOGRAPHY When the pandemic was announced in March 2020, socialization quickly shifted to digital channels and people saw each other in-person less and less. Over time,…

GRAPHIC BY SARA SHEIKH/ THE SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY   COVID-19 has caused a lot of destruction worldwide, such as the loss of lives and the strain on healthcare. However, there are many indirect…

GRAPHIC BY NATASHA O’NEILL / THE SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY   These stories are one sided and are the experiences of different Laurier students. No names have been mentioned to maintain privacy.    Many…

GRAPHIC BY NATASHA O’NEILL   Last week, Anna Buhr came in third place in Wilfrid Laurier University’s first virtual art showcase exhibition in which students voted for their favourite artist. Buhr is…

GRAPHIC BY NATASHA O’NEILL   Vandan Alpesh Thacker is a Wilfrid Laurier Student who is professionally known as The Oman Photographer.   Thacker is in his first year at Wilfrid Laurier University…

GRAPHIC BY NATASHA O’NEILL   Last week Wilfrid Laurier University Student Union held the school’s first virtual art showcase exhibition to honour all the amazing work that Golden Hawks have created this…

PHOTO BY JEREMY VYN / THE SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY   Disclaimer: This article contains tips on how to become healthier. If you are someone suffering/ recovering from an eating disorder please read with…

GRAPHIC BY SARA SHEIKH / THE SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY   Class of 2020 went down in history as the class of COVID-19.    Along with this title came an abrupt and unexpected end…

GRAPHIC BY SARA SHEIKH / THE SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY   Jaeda Brefo is an outgoing and confident third-year Laurier Brantford student from Brampton, Ont.    Like many others, she has found a surprising…

PHOTO BY SARA SHEIKH / THE SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY   For students getting bored in the midst of a possible third wave, The Sputnik has got you covered.    Here are some game…