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Fall 2022

Laurier Campus: A storied history

In the final edition, a look back at the history and tradition of Laurier Campus magazine

Fall 2022

Leading by example

Outstanding Laurier alumni are giving back and helping shape the next generation

Fall 2022

Fostering a global presence

Laurier Alumni Global Ambassador volunteers create lifelong connections to Laurier

Fall 2022

Overcoming during COVID

The outstanding accomplishments of Laurier alumni who graduated during the pandemic

Fall 2022

The WLUAA: A golden tradition

The Wilfrid Laurier University Alumni Association plays a vital role in university life

Fall 2022

Storytelling to ignite change

Business graduate Anthony Del Col forges path to become Pulitzer Prize winner

Fall 2021

Envisioning Laurier’s future

President Deborah MacLatchy is aiming to increase Laurier’s impact and raise its profile to new heights

Fall 2021

Moving forward in Milton

Laurier’s newest campus will work to tackle some of the most important issues of our time

Fall 2021

Working toward reconciliation

A Q&A with Darren Thomas, Laurier’s associate vice-president of Indigenous Initiatives

Fall 2021

Devoted to her craft and readers

Star Wars fan fiction and fantastical novels have made E.K. Johnston one of Canada’s most celebrated YA writers

Fall 2021

Ahead by a (half) century

A legacy of connecting education to career, community and curricular experiences has been 50 years in the making for Jan Basso

Fall 2021

Celebrating excellence

Alumni Association recognizes achievements of alumni, students and friends of Laurier with 2021 Awards of Excellence

Spring 2021

Honouring Glen Carruthers

Beloved former Faculty of Music dean leaves a transformational legacy at Laurier and beyond

Spring 2021

Overcoming adversity and giving back

Laurier alumna Lee Anna Osei establishes the Black Canadian Coaches Association

Spring 2021

The most important job you’ve never heard of

User Experience Design students are ‘making the world a better place, one experience at a time’

Spring 2021

Creating opportunity

Dennis Mitchell is working to open doors through his work with the Black Opportunity Fund

Spring 2021

Celebrating the Giller Prize

Creative writing instructor Souvankham Thammavongsa wins esteemed prize for her short story collection How to Pronounce Knife

Spring 2021

Singing for Laurier

Twenty years since its foundation, the WLU Alumni Choir keeps its focus on singing, friendship, philanthropy and staying connected to Laurier

Fall 2020

Creating an inclusive community

Laurier is taking action to create a more equitable institution

Fall 2020

Staying well in challenging times

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented mental-health challenges for Laurier students

Fall 2020

Encouraging women in science

Shohini Ghose is working to create opportunities for women in science and engineering

Fall 2020

Keeping virtual order

Speaker Anthony Rota takes action to ensure the House of Commons continues during COVID-19

Fall 2020

Alumni excellence

WLUAA Awards of Excellence recipients make positive impacts locally and around the globe

Fall 2020

COVID-19's curveballs

A Q&A with Alykhan Ravjiani, social community manager with the Toronto Blue Jays

Spring 2020

A student-focused legacy

Creating an unparalleled student experience has been a driving force for retiring vice-president of student affairs David McMurray

Spring 2020

Immersed in ancient history

Zoe McQuinn is living her dream working to prepare educational programming at the soon-to-open Grand Egyptian Museum

Spring 2020

'It’s never too late'

From Laurier student to entrepreneur, determination and resilience have helped Jennifer Wilkins each step of the way

Spring 2020

Responding to a pandemic

Facing an unprecedented public health crisis, Laurier meets the challenge

Spring 2020

Making a difference

Supporting communities is a top priority for Laurier as the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds

Spring 2020

The ‘Canadian Shield’

Laurier alumni at InkSmith are helping meet a national need for personal protective equipment

Spring 2020

A passion for science

Kurtis Baute is using his popular YouTube channel to increase science literacy

Fall 2019

Celebrating 20 years in Brantford

Laurier's Brantford campus marks milestone anniversary

Fall 2019

Making Space for Music

Capital campaign hits the right note with planned renovation and expansion of Waterloo campus Faculty of Music building

Fall 2019

Keeping order at Queen’s Park

Ted Arnott reflects on three decades in politics and his role as Speaker of the Ontario legislature

Fall 2019

Sunny Day at Sesame Workshop

Natasha Babcock writes a Postcard to Home from New York

Summer 2019

Sharing her Kitchen Crush

Laurier alumna Mary Berg dishes on her CTV cooking show and philosophy behind great meals

Summer 2019

Giving voice to NBA champions

A Q&A with Laurier graduate Soheil Jamshidi, voice of the Toronto Raptors on social media

Spring 2019

A Catalyst for transformation

Catalyst: The Campaign for Wilfrid Laurier University raises a remarkable $130 million

Spring 2019

Real-world ready

Experiential learning opportunities prepare Laurier students for life after graduation

Spring 2019

Honouring achievement

2019 Alumni Awards of Excellence recipients make outstanding contributions

Spring 2019

Galvanizing brand reputation

A Q&A with communications professional Jeff Gadway (BBA ’07)

Spring 2019

Conquering mountains

Jill Wheatley (BA '98) is embracing life by running in mountains around the world

Spring 2019

Riding for mental health

Laurier alumnus Ryan Martin cycles across Canada

Fall 2018

A commitment to Indigenous education

Programs, services and community help students thrive

Fall 2018

In the spirit of partnership

Initiatives at Laurier's Brantford campus have served to bring communities together

Fall 2018

Finding support and community

Laurier's Indigenous student centres enrich learners academic and social experience

Fall 2018

Sharing Indigenous history

Laurier graduate Allan Downey is helping increase knowledge

Fall 2018

Nurturing the next generation

Laurier faculty members who are helping shape the future of Indigenous education

Summer 2018

Bidding farewell to politics

Laurier alumnus Dave Levac retires as longest serving Speaker in Ontario history

Summer 2018

The art of sports communications

Isabelle McLemore makes her mark on some of North America's largest sports organizations

Spring 2018

Curling for Canada

John Morris, Brent Laing and Paul Webster share an Olympic bond at the 2018 Winter Games

Spring 2018

Fulfilling an Olympic dream

Danelle Im savours the moment as a member of the unified Korean women's hockey team

Spring 2018

Live from Toronto

Wayne Zronik finds a rewarding career with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment

Spring 2018

A passion for filmmaking

A Q&A with Ravi Srinivasan, founder of the South Western International Film Festival

Fall 2017

Future-focused leadership

Laurier’s new President Deborah MacLatchy aims to build on positive momentum

Fall 2017

Laurier in the North

Researchers answer important questions about a changing northern climate

Fall 2017

Preparing for pro – and beyond

Laurier's football program provides student athletes the tools for success in sport and life

Summer 2017

Golden Homecoming memories

Times may have changed, but Laurier's Homecoming remains a must-attend occasion for alumni