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GOLD GLIDERS
Above the clouds, invincible to the sun, and soaring in the wind, the Gold Gliders have watched over the Laurier students, patiently waiting for the time to rise and conquer O-Week. The Gold Gliders are loud and adventurous, always ready to lift one another up from hardships and fear nothing and no one. These sun warriors have hidden in the clouds, shining through with the sunlight, only demonstrating a whisper of their powers. In these dark times, they are gliding their way to O-Week. Energy is their livelihood. The Gold Gliders radiate with their passion, spontaneity. Wherever they are, laughter and positivity follows. These warriors are thrill seekers who enjoy intense activities, always causing an adrenaline rush; perfect for defeating anything that tries to get in their way to victory. On the sunniest days, their gold wings become reflective as a means to remind their warriors who they are and the power they wield. Don’t underestimate the Gold Gliders, as they will fly so high, they coast through O-Week.
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WATERLOO
Isabelle Wong
Nick Morton
Gold Head Icebreaker
Gold Head Icebreaker
Year: 4th year
Program: General BA
Talk to me About: Dogs, travelling experience, Disney, your hiking spots and favourite adventures, and anything involves food!
Fun Fact: I am pretty good at remembering random things like, people’s birthdays, directions to a place where I have only been to once or twice, and my debit card number.
Year: 5th year
Program: Biology
Talk to me About: fishing, sports (especially the Leafs), any travel suggestions, and new recipes to try!!
Fun Fact: I used to play volleyball, both indoor and beach, and even have a full beach volleyball court in my backyard
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BRANTFORD
Jessie Sidhu
Gold Head Icebreaker
Year: 3rd year
Program: Human Rights and Human Diversity
Talk to me About: Literally anything! (no like literally anything I love talking I literally never shut up) but my area of expertise is films, TV shows, music, astrology, and memes 😊
Fun Fact: I can juggle and speak 4 languages (ish)
Koyal Vyas
Gold Head Icebreaker
Year: 4th year
Program: Digital Media and Journalism
Talk to me About: Current events, hockey, Tik Tok and Harry Potter!
Fun Fact: I have a major Starbucks obsession and am your go-to girl for drink recommendations!
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RED INFERNOS
Molded out of the eternal flames of a rare comet Laurier could never have predicted the stubborn willpower exuded by this intense blazing ball of fire. The Red Infernos have risen from the wildfire of this explosion with only one goal in mind. Here to reclaim their title as the O-Week Winners, they have become a force to be reckoned with. Their natural intensity and passionate manner leaves a blazing trail of excitement behind them. Forged from a comet that’s only sighted once per millennium, the Red Infernos are literally hot and draw their powers from the deepest volcanoes. With their ability to manipulate and control the heat of any fire, their opponent’s best defense is to not directly look at them. The Red Infernos have laser vision, are courageous, and deeply loyal, and ready to bring the heat this September. This too hot to handle Inferno has set its course on the next target: Laurier O-Week. So be careful as they are guaranteed to bring the heat!
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WATERLOO
Camryn Gaudet
Bianca Filip
Red Head Icebreaker
Red Head Icebreaker
Year: 4th year
Program: Economics with Management Option
Talk to me About: Anything creative like painting, sewing, knitting etc., reality tv and music
Fun Fact: I played in a rock band as a child and made it on the London news
Year: 5th year
Program: Math (UW)/BBA (WLU) Double Degree
Talk to me About: O-week, icebreaking, WLU dance rec, food places, hiking spots, tv shows
Fun Fact: When I was very little I used to love dark chocolate more than milk chocolate
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BRANTFORD
Dannika Bauman
Shailyn Harris
Red Head Icebreaker
Red Head Icebreaker
Year: 4th year
Program: Criminology & Indigenous Studies
Talk to me About: Residence or off campus living, athletics, or tell me your best joke!
Fun Fact: I have hearing aids!
Year: 4th year
Program: Social & Environmental Justice
Talk to me About: Getting involved and accessing resources and supports on campus!
Fun Fact: My hair has been 6 different colours in the past year
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BLUE BEACONS
After an explosion that threatened the world that we knew, the Blue Beacons have risen from the coals and emerged from the underground to guide their people through O-Week. The true inception of a Blue Beacon is still unknown to this day and although their origin remains a mystery, their legacy has continued on through the glow of their lanterns left behind many years ago. One thing’s for sure; during this dark time, they have come out of the shadows to lead the way and WIN O-Week. Their radioactive powers create a consuming energy that will light the way to victory. With the ability to absorb energy, they can wield through any lightning. Their electric nature fuels their lanterns and empowers them to defeat any obstacle in their way. These shadowy figures have resurfaced and will not let anything get in their way to take on the title of O-Week Champions.
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WATERLOO
Sadie Houston
Blue Head Icebreaker
Year: 4th year
Program: BBA
Talk to me About: Travelling! (I haven't been to that many places but I really want to go to Europe one day), living in Willison Rez, wake surfing, or your favourite thing to do in the summer!
Fun Fact: The entire world's population can fit inside the city of Los Angeles!
Mahsa Eskandari
Blue Head Icebreaker
Year: 4th year
Program: Communications
Talk to me About: All things trashy television and music!
Fun Fact: I have a pet rabbit!
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BRANTFORD
Reed Pollard
Sarah Verburg
Blue Head Icebreaker
Blue Head Icebreaker
Year: 4th year
Program: Human Rights and Human Diversity
Talk to me About: Social justice and animals
Fun Fact: I own two guinea pigs!
Year: 4th year
Program: Community Health with a concentration in Autism & Behavioural Science, and a minor in Youth and Children's Studies
Talk to me About: Campus Involvement, crime shows, The Vampire Diaries, and traveling
Fun Fact: I've played soccer since I was 4 and I've been to Europe twice to visit family and travel
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GREEN GALLANTS
Forged in the deepest part of the ocean, the Gallants are rumored to be the worthiest and most resilient of sailors. The Green Gallants sailed the ocean through unruly waters, surviving countless storms. They wield the wind like a weapon and their steady sails are commanded by only their thoughts. After their year-long quest, the once-abandoned ship has found its worthy team of soldiers within the Laurier students. By using their brave and powerful natures, can the Green Gallants prove themselves and take on O-Week. These noble soldiers can outlast any storm, hurricane, or typhoon. With the wind at their will, they can sail through any treacherous waters with ease and grace, surviving the toughest of times. Anchored down to the sea, the Green Gallants are known for their adaptiveness and strategic features. Cruising through O-Week and claiming victory will be just one of many accomplishments for these Laurier soldiers.
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WATERLOO
Madeline Warner
Nicole Grossman
Green Head Icebreaker
Green Head Icebreaker
Year: 3rd year
Program: Biology
Talk to me About: Tv shows and movies (I’m a sucker for reality tv), living in Conrad Res, help with directions to places (it’s my talent)
Fun Fact: You can’t hum and plug your nose at the same time
Year: 4th year
Program: Communications
Talk to me About: Photography, baking, and dance
Fun Fact: I met the entire Vallastro family on vacation (yes the cake boss himself, I know)
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BRANTFORD
David McMillan
Green Head Icebreaker
Year: 4th year
Program: BTM
Talk to me About: BTM, Laurier, Brantford, literally anything!
Fun Fact: I was a drama kid
Ulrich Britz
Green Head Icebreaker
Year: 4th year
Program: Game Design and Development
Talk to me About: Music, gaming, rugby, series
Fun Fact: I’m South African student who came to study in Canada, and I am terrible at dancing but will do it anyway.