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Despite the smaller number, terrorism still gets more attention. (Graphic by Lena Yang)

Selective attention on gun-related deaths

There were over 30,000 gun related deaths in the United States in 2012 compared to zero deaths due to terrorism.  There were 17 Americans killed in terrorist plots overseas, but none on American soil.  In 2013 of course, three have…

Graphic by Lena Yang

Summer love: is it for you?

Thanks to John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John, young adults everywhere begin their summer vacation looking for one thing: that perfect fleeting romance and those “summer nights.” Many young summer goers, thanks to films such as Grease, Dirty Dancing and From…

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Sex trade a local issue

Living in one of the most developed nations in the world, it is hard to believe that crimes against humanity happen within our borders. However, on a different scale of human right violations, activist Jacqui Linder revealed that sex trafficking…

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MyLS gets an upgraded look

Wilfrid Laurier University’s online learning environment has undergone a transformation. The new MyLearningSpace (MyLS) went live at the beginning of May and has demonstrated a variety of systematic changes and upgrades. MyLearningSpace is a product of Desire2Learn (D2L), an enterprise…

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Clarke receives research award

In recognition of her avid dedication to research and publishing, sociology professor Juanne Clarke has been selected as Wilfrid Laurier University’s Research Professor for the upcoming school year. “We’re really happy about it,” said Clarke. “It is a confirmation of…

Moving forward with the first year experience

Since it was created in December, the first-year experience task force has moved out of the preliminary and research and development phases and will now be moving towards drafting an action plan. Chaired by David McMurray, vice president of student…

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Local

St.Paddy's Day-Shelby

WPRS warn St. Paddy’s was ‘a recipe for larger problems’

A month and half after approximately 7,000 people flooded Ezra Ave. for St. Patrick’s Day, the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) is sending a strong warning to their board — the event needs to be controlled or disaster may occur….

Waterloo city council rejects casino

All bets are off on a Waterloo casino as its city councillors have collectively decided there shouldn’t be one in the city. The city has overwhelmingly expressed its disinterest in the idea of bringing a casino to the community through…

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National

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Canada in brief

Missing man found dead The body of Tim Bosma, an Ancaster, Ontario man who was reported missing May 6, was found by police on May 14. Hamilton police reported that his remains had been burned. Bosma, a 32-year-old man,  went…

Social media use climbs in Canada

Not surprisingly, Canadians are increasingly tuned into social media. A recent report issued by the Media Technology Monitor, which involved the participation of over 4,000 Anglophone Canadians, has shown that two in three Canadians do not go a single day…

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Life

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Dear Life: May Edition

Dear Laurier, As a graduate of your ”great” academic institution I wonder daily about how I got sucked into your value proposition pre-Laurier days. In the real world (not university) we/consumers pay for products and services, of which we expect…

Cord-o-scopes: May edition

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20): Looking for a Bradley Cooper this month? Looks like you might get a Zach Galifianakis instead. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 20): Getting a little addicted to Snapchat? Put the phone down and make…

Arts

Revisiting a childhood favourite with Monsters University

Monster’s Inc. was one of the many influential movies put out by Pixar during this generation’s childhood. Coming out in 2001, many were able to relate to Monster’s Inc. as most were still terrified of monsters under the bed.  But…

In review: The Great Gatsby

The summer months are an exciting time for moviegoers who wait in anticipation for the latest blockbuster films to hit the silver screen. This past weekend marked the beginning of a movie-infused summer with the release of Iron Man 3…

Opinion

Enforcers shoulder blame

Everyone loves a good hockey fight. Whether it’s between the two biggest enforcers in the league or two determined and motivated youngsters that want to prove themselves to the team, a good fight is what makes the hockey culture go…

Cord Editorial: Region can survive without a casino

One of the most popular debates in cities and towns across southern Ontario is whether to fund casino projects in hopes of economic stimulus and long term economic gains. Kitchener and Waterloo are the latest cities to consider a casino,…

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Sports

The West took the win in the annual CIS East West bowl (Photo by Kate Turner)

Battle of the all-stars

LONDON, Ont. — Wilfrid Laurier men’s football players Jeremy Deneau, Michael Massel and Tyrrel Wilson spent a week learning from the best coaches and players through the Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) at the East West Bowl last week. And through…

Dell, Anthony drafted to the CFL

When May 6’s CFL Draft rolled around, Wilfrid Laurier University prospects Isaac Dell and Alex Anthony were in the comfort of their hometowns, surrounded by family and friends.  It had been a long-time coming since Dell and Anthony stepped on…

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