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

Announcements, Research and Innovation

Western professor among top Canadian women in science

May 13, 2024

Teaching, Announcements

Western’s Nicole Campbell receives prestigious 3M teaching award

May 13, 2024

Philanthropy, Research and Innovation

Western researchers’ breakthrough paves way for ALS cure

May 13, 2024

Important Initiatives

The Impact Project
Never has a discussion of impact been
more important

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Promoting, recognizing, celebrating
and engaging various voices around campus

Indigenous Initiatives
Elevating Indigenous voices
and presence across campus

Sexual Violence Prevention
Working to create a campus
culture of safety and respect

Entrepreneurship
Cultivating the spirit of
innovation on campus

Video Updates

President Shepard sat down with a group of music students to learn more about their student experience at Western and what the future holds for opera. View more videos, including full performances, on the Don Wright Faculty of Music website.

Behind the Research: Western examines the brain's secrets

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

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

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.

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