Laurier is donating nearly 12,000 N95 masks, 38,500 disposable gloves and 200 isolation gowns, along with surgical masks, plastic visors, goggles, hand sanitizer and test kits. These supplies will be sent to Grand River Hospital and the Brant Community Health System #LaurierCares
It is with deep sorrow that we share the news that Leanne Holland Brown, dean of students for the Waterloo campus, passed away Wednesday. Leanne was a beloved colleague and generous friend. Supports are available to all within the Laurier community: bit.ly/2GFcpG5
In planning for a safe and healthy fall, masks will be required in Laurier’s instructional spaces as of Sept. 8. Laurier’s mandatory vaccination policy remains paused. We encourage everyone to stay up to date with boosters. Full details: bit.ly/3wmUsWx
Wilfrid Laurier University will require all students, staff and faculty to be fully vaccinated or have plans to be fully vaccinated with an approved COVID-19 vaccine to attend campus this fall.
Full news release: bit.ly/Vac-Fall
Wilfrid Laurier University does not condone behaviors that promote hate, induce fear, or threaten people’s safety. We are aware of the reports of a video posted to social media by a student, and we are taking appropriate action.
We are overwhelmed by the many condolences and stories being shared about Leanne and her significant impact on the lives of so many. Thank you for the outpouring of support during this difficult time.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Laurier student Jenna Lorente. Losing a student has a significant impact on our entire Laurier community. Support is available for students and others directly impacted bit.ly/2G6lp5S
We are deeply impressed and very proud of your decision to put the health of our community first. The responsibility you've displayed on #StPatricksDay has shown the broader community what it means to be a Golden Hawk.
Read more: bit.ly/3b1mPwf
Responding to the recent increase of COVID-19 cases in our local communities, Wilfrid Laurier University will keep its mandatory face-covering policy in effect until May 31. We will reassess these requirements at the end of May. bit.ly/May31-upd8
Laurier has been made aware of extremely inappropriate racist posts by a group of students from various universities. We’re acting swiftly to investigate if a Laurier student is involved. Laurier strongly denounces racism and we are sorry for the impact on our community members.
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ivan Joseph to the role of vice-president: student affairs. Ivan has many years of experience as a leader in a variety of student affairs roles, most recently as vice-provost, student affairs at @DalhousieU. bit.ly/IJWLU
