Message from President MacLatchy Regarding Milton

April 18, 2018

Today, the Ontario government announced final approval for Wilfrid Laurier University’s proposal to create a new post-secondary site in the Town of Milton.

Sustainable Waterloo Region Celebrates Laurier

April 13, 2018

I am thrilled that Sustainable Waterloo Region is recognizing Laurier's 10-year-plus partnership in building a more sustainable community in Waterloo. It is an honour to work with such an inspiring organization. I'm sorry I could not attend the evening of recognition on April 12, however, I recorded this special thank you message for SWR.

Outstanding Women of Laurier Event

April 2, 2018

The Outstanding Women of Laurier event on March 29 celebrated Laurier’s women in sport and raised money for Laurier’s women’s athletic programs, scholarships and mentor coaching.

Message Re: Controversial Speaker at Laurier

March 20, 2018

Dear Laurier community: Later today, Faith Goldy is scheduled to speak at the Waterloo campus. A recently formed group invited Goldy to the campus and a faculty member booked the event space, following normal booking procedure.

Spreading the Laurier Spirit

Feb. 16, 2018

Current students, staff, faculty, alumni and local neighbours celebrated Laurier’s community focus through a variety of events for Laurier Cares week.

A University Education Should be Accessible for All

Feb. 7, 2018

At the beginning of February, I attended the Universities Canada Univation forum in Ottawa with two of Laurier’s Master of Education students: Sharline Doss and Adam Rooke. The conference brought together leaders at universities and in business with students and entrepreneurs to examine how universities can best prepare students for the future.

Installation Speech

Oct. 27, 2017

Deborah MacLatchy was formally installed as the new president and vice-chancellor of Wilfrid Laurier University on Oct. 27, 2017. She is the seventh person and the second woman to serve in the role since Laurier became a public institution in 1973.