Laurier mourns passing of music instructor Lorin Shalanko

Sept. 12, 2023

Wilfrid Laurier University mourns the passing of Lorin Shalanko, a coach accompanist in the Faculty of Music. Lorin passed away Sept. 7, 2023 at the age of 59. He is survived by his wife, Julie.

Lorin was a collaborative pianist who provided instruction, accompaniment and coaching as part of Laurier’s Faculty of Music since 1999. He held an honours degree in piano performance from Laurier and studied at the University of Michigan.

A private cremation will take place. For more details, please see Lorin’s obituary. The university will lower its flags to half-mast in Lorin’s memory.

Losing an instructor has a significant impact on the entire Laurier community. The university is focused on offering support and ensuring the well-being of students, faculty and staff. Laurier reminds students, staff and faculty of the support services available:  

• Student Wellness Centres: 519.884.0710 x3146 or wellness@wlu.ca. 
• Here 24/7: 1.844.437.3247. 
• Delton Glebe Counselling Centre: 519.884.3305 or glebecentre@wlu.ca. 
• Dean of Students’ Office: 519.884.0710 x3533 or deanofstudentswl@wlu.ca (Waterloo) or 519.756.8228 x5716 or deanofstudentsbr@wlu.ca (Brantford). 
• Laurier Human Resources employee and family assistance program: 548.889.3385 or hr@wlu.ca.  
• Laurier's Special Constable Service: 519.885.3333 (Waterloo) or 519.770.3778 (Brantford).