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One woman’s journey through the weird world of Buskerfest
“Ladies and Gentlemen, this is the moment you’ve all been waiting for.” While I have gotten used to hearing that cliched phrase over the years, I wasn’t quite prepared for actually seeing…
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Introducing Becca Carroll
Humanitarian and self-described student advocate Becca Carroll is set to fill the new position of the Dean of Students for the Laurier Brantford campus on the first of July. Carroll says, “I…
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Getting involved on campus is easy and fun
It is said that the most successful and well rounded students are those who get involved. Laurier Brantford offers a variety of campus activities and organizations; they are beneficial to students as…
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Saying Goodbye
It is almost time for the ‘big goodbye’; the memorable moment when parents go back home and students remain in their new residence rooms. This experience can be difficult to deal with…
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Hockeyfest brings big bands to Brantford
Brantford’s largest music festival, Hockeyfest, took place at Lion’s Park in early June, boasting an incredible three-day concert lineup filled with big name bands, screaming fans, and all the booze one could…
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What (not) to wear
Since birth we’ve been told by our parents to always “dress the part” when going to an important interview and the same goes for attending university. An understated yet important part of…
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Party Places
1. Therapy Lounge 16 Market St. across from Williams Located directly on campus, Therapy is a relatively new bar that has soon become a Laurier favourite. Don’t let the dark lighting and…
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Brantford’s art scene
If you’re a budding artist coming to Laurier next year, and you’re worried about finding creative outlets in Brantford, then look no further than The Brantford Arts Block, located at 80 Dalhousie…
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The myth of green
Today’s modern, “plugged-in” member of society seems to think she has a pretty good idea of what’s environmentally friendly and what’s not. Activists, classroom activities and even commercials are in on the…
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The luck of the Irish
“We have had reports that some classes are allegedly being canceled because of St. Patrick’s Day…. This is a reminder that St. Patrick’s Day is not a university holiday, classes are expected…
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The most magical “green”
Pot, weed, ganja – it all refers to a magical plant that stoners praise known as marijuana. It has two primary functions: part of the plant can be turned into hemp which…
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Youth Trends
Frightening Because I Got High A German study has found that young adults who use cannabis may have an increased risk of having psychotic experiences later in their lives. Dr. Jim van…
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Course on genocide looking for students, staff
For students looking to spend their summers making a difference, a new program is coming to Laurier that might help them do just that. The Genocide and Human Rights University Program (GHRUP)…
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Eco Fashion Week promotes sustainable fashion practices that last
Over the last few years, with the looming threats of global warming and climate change, many countries have begun to shift toward a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. Canada is one of these…
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Fresh faces to country music
“We have wanted it our whole lives,” says Carly McKillip, one half of the country music duo, One More Girl (OMG). “You get to a point where someone looks you in the…
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Highest grossing stoner flicks
**Gross Sales Year Released** Knocked Up $148,734,225 2007 Pineapple Express $87,341,380 2008 Dude, Where’s My Car? $46,729,374 2000 Cheech and Chong: Up In Smoke $41,590,893 1978 How High $31,155,435 2001 (Figures retrieved…
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Trashy art
Finding your inner environmentalist as an artist can be tough. Shylene Calla is a mosaicist and sculptor who enjoys the challenge of creating works of art using old and recycled things. Calla’s…
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The meaning of colour
When you’re a child, one of the most serious questions you can ask a potential friend is, “so what’s your favourite colour?” Whether we knew it or not, there is meaning in…
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They spent how much?!
Money makes the world go ‘round, and what better way to take advantage of a big cash payout then to splurge on something– a nice purse, dinner for you and a friend,…
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Paper cranes for Japan
On March 16, in the entranceway of the Carnegie building, Laurier students and Journalism Guild members Katelyn Wong and Victoria Roth set up their booth. Both were teaching others how to fold…
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“Ancient” entertainment as captivating today as it was millennia ago
This week, the Sanderson Centre played host to the Peking Acrobats, a traveling troupe of obscenely talented performers who dazzle their audiences with a balanced combination of Eastern authenticity and spectacular physical…
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This is a poster-free zone
A relatively unknown Brantford bylaw makes it illegal to post a sign without approval from the city. In order for a Brantford citizen to post a sign, they must go through an…
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Youth Trends
Disturbing: Only whites need apply? A new independently funded Texas scholarship offered by a group called the Former Majority Association for Equality is raising controversy by limiting allowed applicants to a certain…
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The new news source
Commercials, repetition, and pointless “fluff” sold as serious content – with all of these distractions, it’s no wonder that so many young people are investing in alternate news sources for their information.…
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Deconstructing the chick flick
In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, students gathered at the Student Center to watch the film Legally Blonde as part of the three-part film series called “Deconstructing the Chick…
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Campus event brings Middle East issues home
Laurier Brantford held its first ever Israeli Apartheid Week event last Tuesday. The get-together focused on the conflicts between Israel and Palestine, bringing to light issues that many Palestinians deal with on…
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Sounds Good!
Architects – The Here and Now This album’s sound has a bass driving, snare-snapping beat that hooks ears. When the drums halt, screaming vocals are given a backdrop of melodic guitars and…
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Winning now, losing in the long run?
It’s not uncommon in Hollywood for celebrities to step outside the normal parameters of fame by capitalizing on the public’s fascination with their insane antics rather than with their talent. Gary Busey’s…
