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The Oddity
Order in The Oddity Theo – Layouts Julia sat across from Theo with a clipboard. It was time for performance reviews. “So, Theo, let’s talk about the March issue layout.” “Ah, yes,…
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Road to nowhere
It was easy to fall asleep on the bus, especially when you knew the route by heart. He took the same bus home every night after his shift. He had it down…
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Lifecycle.
The leaf that stalls in the air, for a moment time stands still and it isn’t falling; it’s still full and though its colour depends on the angle it is vibrant, its…
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Sexual empowerment for sale
Brands and celebrities are turning feminist language into an aesthetic Empowerment has become one of the most widely used words in advertising, entertainment and social media. Phrases such as “the future is female” and…
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Orbiting Love
Hi Jahnavi, I really love this section and everything you write is always so funny and unhinged in the best way, but this time I actually need advice because I’m still trying…
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Gone, but not forgotten
We all try and leave a piece of ourselves to remember when we are gone There are many people who have left their mark on culture and society before they passed on.…
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Boycotting breakfast
He refused to go into the Denny’s and tried to manifest pancakes for me instead He said he’d take me for breakfast at Denny’s, but when we got there, he parked and…
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More than one story in December
Laurier Brantford students share what the season means beyond Christmas As snow begins to settle over Brantford and every storefront glows in shades of red and green, it is hard to ignore…
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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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The self-sabotage book every 20-something should pick up
This book isn’t just about “fixing yourself,” but understanding that you are your own obstacle. I genuinely believe everyone in their 20s should read the book, The Mountain Is You, by Brianna Wiest, and…
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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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Laurier Brantford intramurals: a variety of sports to be played
A great way to get a little exercise and have fun with friends You don’t have to be a professional athlete to play sports in Brantford. The word is intramural sports. These…
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Laurier teams: men’s and women’s hockey
A Canadian sport for a Canadian university Wilfrid Laurier’s Brantford campus, while smaller than most, is still a Canadian university with two of its own hockey teams: one men’s and one women’s…
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Varsity cross-country team wraps up 2025 season
It was a season to remember for Laurier Brantford’s varsity cross-country team, who officially wrapped up their season on Saturday, November 8th at the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Cross-Country National Championships.…
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New spin studio coming to Brantford in 2026
How SPINCO is bringing their inclusive community to the city that seems to lack opportunity A new spin studio location is opening in Brantford in early winter 2026. The studio, a new…
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Renting and housing, apartment or house
Learning through data and first-hand accounts: what it’s like to rent in the city Housing is often a source of anxiety and frustration for students. There are good experiences with renting as…
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Laurier Brantford students choose cookies or cocoa
Golden Hawks share which treat they would choose to last a lifetime ‘Twas a chilly morning on the Laurier Brantford streets, When students were asked to pick between two treats. Either having…
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As the wind blows
She sat by the hearth, watching as the snow on her boots melted and pooled on the wooden floor. The spot had begun to mold. She’d lost count of how many times…
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When the Gods painted the sky
The herd was lost. Food had become scarce in recent months; even the moss they usually ate could no longer be found under the snow, no matter how many hooves dug through…
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The Oddity
A very oddity Christmas! It was only a few weeks away from Christmas, and the newsroom smelled faintly of cinnamon and a mix of printer ink. Christmas was coming, but so was…
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Back to you
I had come home for Thanksgiving, and my mom told me to finally had to clean out my old junk from high school. While digging through an old drawer I found a binder…
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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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Laurier Brantford competition dates announced
With another school year now well underway, event dates have been announced for Laurier Brantford’s athletic teams. With tryouts now beginning, let’s take a look at when Laurier Brantford’s varsity and extramural…
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Laurier Brantford athlete highlight
Student athletes, sports and academics, where they started and where they are now There are many sports on the Laurier Brantford campus, that implies that the school would have a wide variety of students…
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Plastic promises: are credit cards helping students or hurting them?
Banks are wooing students with credit card offers — but is this financial independence or a debt trap? Credit card companies know where to find their next customers: college campuses. For many…
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Dating Rules Are Different for Boys and Girls — And Everyone Knows It
If a girl double-texts, she’s “desperate.” If a guy does it, he’s just “trying.” If she takes charge, she’s “too much.” If he does, he’s“confident.” The same action is often perceived in completely different ways depending on gender. We like to…
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Hugging a memory
Holding onto yesterday while learning to embrace tomorrow Especially around this time, when Christmas is only a month away, it’s easy to miss the days of childhood. That said, the classroom parties with cupcakes and…
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Day of Remembrance for the City of Brantford
The city and community come together to honour those we have lost The day of Remembrance, November 11 of each year. Brantford holds a ceremony to honour this day and all those involved. While every year’s events look…
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Laurier’s Top 5 Fall Movies
Looking for a new fall favourite? Here’s what Laurier students are watching this fall When fall rolls around at Laurier, students turn to comfort drinks, cozy nights, and of course movies that capture the season.…
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Don’t cry for me, I’ll be waiting by the fire
I think I’m getting tired, not the kind of tired after eating a big meal, but the kind that makes my legs ache for days and my breath take longer. I used to run…
