Wilfrid Laurier University has announced that Homecoming will return to its Waterloo and Brantford campuses in the fall for the first time in two years.
The event at the school’s main campus in Waterloo will feature a performance by former Barenaked Ladies frontman Steven Trang as well as a soccer game while the main event in Brantford will be a basketball game.
The former frontman of the Barenaked Ladies receives an honorary doctorate from the University of Laurier
“Homecoming is a special celebration in Laurier. We are excited to finally welcome our alumni back to our campus,” said Laurier vice president Jason Coolman.
“It’s long overdue, especially for our special reunion classes. Homecoming weekend is a great opportunity for alumni, students and the community to connect with each other and with the university. ”
The concert will take place on Saturday, September 24, in Lazaridis Hall’s 1,000-seat auditorium with Page in conjunction with the Laurier School of Music’s orchestra, students and faculty.
His son Isaac, who just graduated in 2018 will take on the role of guest host of the show.
Last week, eldest Page received an honorary doctorate from the school during its convocation ceremonies.
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