Office of the President

Professor Alan Shepard is an accomplished academic leader and scholar of early modern England, literature, science and theatre who is passionate about the future of innovation and the future of universities. He became Western’s 11th President & Vice-Chancellor in July 2019. Read more about President Shepard in his bio.

New and Noteworthy

Research and Innovation

Researchers a step closer to HIV cure

March 26, 2024

International, Community Impact and Partnership

Western strengthens collaborations with Makerere University

March 22, 2024



Important Initiatives




Video Updates


Watch the full Behind the Research series on neuroscience research at Western.

 

Campus Conversation with Kalley Armstrong

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3





Photo Gallery

President Shepard connects with Western stakeholders across campus, across the local and regional community, across Canada and abroad. This photo gallery is a sample of candid moments with students, faculty, staff, alumni, visiting scholars, community and business leaders, government officials and other important dignitaries who contribute in vital ways to Western’s dynamic academic environment.