Category: Opinion
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Outsmart the Study Spiral
The clock says 11:47 p.m. Your notes are open, your highlighter is uncapped, and the same paragraph has been staring back at you for twenty minutes. You have been studying for hours,…
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“Write an essay,” they said
Because protecting a man’s potential is always the priority It began with a lawsuit that confirmed every woman’s worst fears on campus. Unsealed court documents detailing the 2024 Chi Phi fraternity case…
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8AM or 10 PM: Choose your fighter
Set ten alarms for sunrise or sacrifice your evening? There are two types of university students; those who have had the experience of an 8am class (bonus points if it’s on Monday)…
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Where Did the Bins Go?
The recycling program removal that went under the rug Starting Jan. 1, 2026, the City of Brantford ended curbside recycling collection for industrial, commercial, and institutional properties, including the Laurier Brantford Campus.…
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“Having your life together”
“So, what do you want to do when you are older?” A question I am sure almost all of us have been asked numerous times. When you reach Grade 12 and all…
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Campus life beyond residence
When people picture university life, they often imagine parties, football games, and meals in campus food courts. Many people assume the “university experience” flourishes because students live in residence and build a…
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You don’t have to be good at everything
Walk onto almost any university campus and you will quickly encounter an unspoken expectation: be good at everything. Get the grades. Join the clubs. Build your network. Make friends. Attend every event.…
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Love Me or Leave Me Alone
Modern dating is a circus designed by extroverts, for extroverts. If you’re naturally introverted, searching for a genuine connection can feel less like a romantic journey and more like being held hostage…
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Feeling out of place during O-Week? You’re not alone
Making friends in university takes time and that is completely okay
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Turn the page or swipe?
What is really better: physical or digital?
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Two World Cup Finals Weekends, Two Very Different Vibes
England-France gave us entertainment. Argentina-Spain gave us a lecture on defense. By the time the 2026 World Cup wrapped up in New York and New Jersey, most of us had already seen our best game…
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The ego in the eco-crisis
Climate change isn’t humanity’s biggest environmental problem; anthropocentrism is.
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In a world that never stops, we need time to pause
Why a monthly pampering day should be normal In today’s fast-paced world, taking time to relax often feels impossible. Between school, work, family responsibilities and social commitments, many people rarely stop to focus on their own well-being. As a result, the…
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Romance isn’t the only kind of love that matters
Why do we forget our friends when we fall in love? When people talk about love, the conversation almost always turns toward romance. Movies, social media and even everyday conversations often make romantic relationships seem like the most important connection someone can have. But, in the…
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Sex on trial
Countless victims. Unthinkable crimes. And society is still grappling with how one man eluded justice. You probably heard the name Jeffrey Epstein, but do you really know who he was? A financier, a socialite and a man at the centre of…
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How finding the passion for pottery helped me through tough times
Sometimes it’s the little things that get you going When I first started pottery, I was in middle school. It was one of those art lessons every kid in Ontario, or at least what I like to believe, goes through. You…
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Are we asking students to decide too soon?
At the age of 40, Holly Varey found herself back in the classroom. After receiving her first degree 15 years prior, it was the use of an old Japanese concept, Ikigai, that helped her discover her true passion and…
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The future of journalism: Where is it going?
Is journalism bringing out the truth or is it feeding us content? When I entered my journalism program, I was young and convinced I knew exactly what I wanted. I imagined myself as…
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The loss no one prepares you for: friendship breakups
Everyone knows how to deal with a breakup when it comes to relationships. There are movies about it, songs, people post about it online, and everyone just gets that it hurts. But when losing…
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2016 is trending because 2026 is exhausting
Why looking back feels easier than moving forward Scroll through TikTok or Instagram today and it’s impossible to miss it: 2016 is back. From throwback playlists to bold makeup looks and Tumblr…
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Stranger Things season 5: Let’s talk about it
Worst season to exist. I have never been much of a sci-fi person, but when a friend convinced me to try watching Stranger Things, I gave it a shot and I fell in love.…
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Double-dating on Tinder is the new safety net for modern dating
Dating apps have changed the way people meet, but they also bring new worries. Swiping can feel impersonal and meeting someone from the internet can be stressful or even unsafe. Because of this,…
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More than a pet: How a dog changed my student life
From shared housing to shared healing Before moving into my student house, I had never owned a pet on my own. I had always wanted a dog, but for one reason or…
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Students’ Union prioritizes student safety
Student’s Union speaks about safety within the Brantford Community Laurier Brantford has recently faced a number of incidents in the area surrounding campus, and the Students’ Union is taking all necessary steps…
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2025: The year of the wood snake
Why isn’t anyone saying ‘2026 will be my year?’ Now that we are in the first month of 2026, I keep looking back at 2025 and wondering how we all survived it. I…
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Most hated race
Society continues to uphold and normalize imperialistic ideologies in the 21st century Every day, anti-Indian racism in Ontario seems more normalized and virulent. According to Statistics Canada, in 2023, South Asians were…
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New year, same pressure
Understanding the hype and the reality behind January goals. Every January, it feels like the world resets. People often say, “New year, new me!” As if turning the calendar page can wipe away…
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What if not having a plan is the plan?
A 22-year-old’s take on figuring life out slowly. At 22-years-old, I feel like I’m constantly stuck between: I should know what I’m doing with my life by now; and, I’m still basically a kid,…
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Why mental health days should count as valid school absences
The debate around whether mental health days should be considered as valid school absences is becoming more urgent every year. With increasing academic pressure, competitive environments and personal stressors, students are navigating…
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Sorry besties, AI replies faster
Students are turning to AI for companionship and support — but is it really helping? After speaking with a 3rd year Laurier student, Ananya Singh about why she spends so much time…
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