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They were slow, steady and noisy.
A caravan of dozens of vehicles paraded down Paris Street and Ramsey Lake Road on Friday, before turning into Laurentian University and snaking its way through campus, past the Parker building, which holds many of the administrative offices, and the hill to the beleaguered federated universities.
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It was a slow and solemn parade under moody skies and brisk winds. Save for the absence of a hearse and the constant honking of horns, it could have been a funeral procession.
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Publishing date: Apr 28, 2021 • 56 minutes ago • 5 minute read • Rob and Cheryl McEwen unveil the new signage after announcing their investment of $10 million in Laurentian University s School of Architecture in Sudbury, Ont. on Wednesday June 29, 2016. The school will now be known as The McEwen School of Architecture. Gino Donato
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Note: This column is submitted amidst rumours Laurentian University, facing financial difficulties, might sell the McEwen School of Architecture building.
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Terrance Galvin
The McEwen School of Architecture in downtown Sudbury is a stunning accomplishment for the Sudbury community. The school is rooted in the community, it was created by the community and was paid for by the community.
Laurentian students raising money for emergency aid
Two Laurentian University students are lending a hand to their classmates, as program cuts throw a twist into academic plans.
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Posted: Apr 16, 2021 1:41 PM ET | Last Updated: April 16
Kayla Christodoulopoulos (l) and Demetra Evangelou (r) are both students at Laurentian University. They have started a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for students affected by massive program cuts at the school. (Supplied by Demetra Evangelou)
Growing anger, bitterness over Laurentian cuts These cuts disproportionately affected and hurt the francophone community, the Indigenous community and marginalized groups. We lost a part of Sudbury’s unique soul on April 12
Author of the article: Jim Moodie The Sudbury Star
Publishing date: Apr 14, 2021 • 2 hours ago • 5 minute read • Maria Iotzov, left, and Nadia Verrelli participate in a finger-weaving workshop at a celebration of Metis history and culture at Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ont. on Friday March 16, 2018. Verrelli, a professor, was let go as Laurentian announced deep job and program cuts this week. John Lappa/Sudbury Star/Postmedia Network
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