Category: On Campus
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Brantford’s faculty at a disadvantage compared to Waterloo’s
Since its inception in 1999, Brantford has seen its campus grow and prosper, drawing in more students and faculty each year. Yet, underneath the boasting about its success, lies a more outstanding…
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Laurier begins revamp of website after receiving complaints
When Laurier received harsh complaints about their website, the school opted to make a change. The wlu.ca website has a standardized format which was created in 2003 to appear the same for…
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Diversity in the classroom
Creating an inclusive and diverse community on the Laurier Brantford campus, as well as the city in general, is important. The discussion of how to create this environment is one that is…
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Prof Profile: Jennifer Lavoie – From the Navy to Laurier Brantford
Professor Jennifer Lavoie is a great example of why it’s important to be open to new opportunities. With her initial dream to become a police officer, she gained an Honours degree in…
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Part-time professors: a new reality of the university experience
Despite Laurier Brantford having many professors who have been teaching here for years, there are still always brand new professors appearing in classrooms. These new professors are used to fill a need…
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Laurier Brantford spreads the word on mental health
In a world where the many pressures of life can accumulate, there can be a serious concern for mental health. According to a statistic from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), one…
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Journalism: An unrequited loved?
Journalism is broken; that’s what they say. As a J-school student I now know that’s at least partially true. I’ve heard morose fieldwork stories; sat through pleas to abandon ship, and gentle…
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J. Guild on the rise, hampered by lack of awareness
Each year, groups of students flood into the journalism program contributing $75 of their tuition to the Journalism Guild. In years past, the Guild remained in the background of the journalism program,…
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Is the JAVE card a waste of money?
Journalism students are presented with a dilemma, either buy the $55 JAVE (Journalism Audio-Video Equipment) cards or buy their own equipment. The JAVE card is only to be used for one class…
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Prof profile: Dr. John Corr
Standing at the front of the classroom with a collared shirt and tie, a combination that is ever present in Dr. Corr’s attire, the first impression a student might get from him…
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Authors discuss book themes at Carnegie
“What the (expletive) is this? Reading time? Yes, Lily, that’s exactly what it is,” read Alissa York from her book Fauna. A handful of fans, Laurier staff and students gathered in Carnegie’s…
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Stephen Haller: Professor, Scientist and Rockstar?
As first and foremost Stephen Haller is a scientist. Haller devotes much of his time to the discipline. Although Haller may be devoted to his scientific discipline, he still finds the time…
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WLUSU hopeful for LB student pub
Waterloo’s campus has one, as well as many other schools. It’s not just a place to sit and drink, it’s also a place for students to come together, socialize, and for Laurier…
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Mystery food service fee in tuition
With the recent decision from the 2013 Student Election, 70.8% of voters clicked yes to the Athletic Complex fee, which will result in another cost on the tuition bill (up to $40…
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World development converges on Brantford
Organizations and activists alike, promoting their own causes from around the world converged on Laurier Brantford’s campus to introduce to students the opportunities to make a difference worldwide. The event spanned a…
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Prof Profile: Robyn Bourgeois
Some students have labeled her “the professor that used to be a drug addict and prostitute.” However, for Dr. Robyn Bourgeois, her past is what makes her who she is today. Speaking…
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MLS troubles put students in limbo
MyLearningSpace (MLS), the online learning system at Wilfrid Laurier University that houses the majority of the institution’s courses, lecture notes, assignment guidelines and assignment submission boxes experienced an immense system failure throughout…
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Dominican charity trip in progress
After attending the trip through the program at the Waterloo campus, Sarah Cifani, third year student at Laurier Brantford is determined to create the same trip for students here at LB, building…
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LB Compliments stays positive
Often times on Facebook we see people insulting each other, poking fun at one another, and displaying negative opinions or views on either statuses, photos and other things. But if you’ve been…
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Rainbow Alliance sees growth on campus
Laurier Brantford’s Rainbow Alliance is a committee that is there to help any students with welcoming and open doors. The alliance is committed to supporting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, and Queer rights.…
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Campus study space not well utilized, research says
For those times when it’s noisy, or distracting, and you just want the right place to satisfy your needs to get some studying done, there is a place to study. But how…
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WLUSU campaign period begins
Photos by Nick Lachance and Kate Turner, the Cord Voting begins February 4, 2013 at 8 am and runs until 8 pm the following day. Online voting will be offered. Check out…
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Candidates prepare for WLUSP election
President and Publisher candidates Allison Leonard I’ve spent the majority of my university career in Brantford’s WLUSP office, as both volunteer and management. I am now prepared to bridge the gap between…
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Prof Profile: Bruce Gillespie
With his passion for writing and his curiosity to learn about anything and everything, Bruce Gillespie, an award-winning journalist, has proven why he makes such a great assistant professor at Laurier Brantford.…
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What you need to know when looking for a place
Know the landlord by their full name Find out about the amenities that are included and what is not. Do you need parking? Or do you need a permit? Hate washing…
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House hunting: tips, tricks and nightmares
Disclaimer: the opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not represent the views of the Sputnik or WLUSP. Nightmare on Sheridan Street Finding a new place to…
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Prof Profile: Rick Gamble
There is a certain charismatic charm that Rick Gamble exudes as a lecturer at Laurier Brantford. In his widely popular Contemporary Studies and Journalism course, Media in a Global World, I remember…
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Grand-opening of Laurier Brantford’s science labs
If you were ever around the Laurier Brantford campus in the summer time, specifically the Research and Academic Centre, you may have heard loud racket coming from the construction of the science…
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The job reality for Laurier
The ‘Careers in Criminology Fair’ took place last Thursday, November 15, in the RCW lobby with a high turnout of upper-year Criminology students, alongside a medley of senior students from other programs.…
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Boonaa Mohammed comes to Laurier Brantford
On Thursday, November 7, spoken word poet Boonaa Mohammed wrapped up Laurier Brantford’s Get R.E.A.L. week with performances of his work, along with discussions afterwards. Mohammed opened up the presentation with a…
