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Artists, researchers examine the role of AI in creativity
April 04, 2024New research finds link between homelessness and dementia
April 02, 2024Western clinical neuroscientist awarded 2024 Ryman Prize
April 02, 2024Western draws top number of Early Researcher Awards
April 02, 2024Geoffrey Little named new vice-provost and chief librarian
March 27, 2024Researchers a step closer to HIV cure
March 26, 2024Western strengthens collaborations with Makerere University
March 22, 2024Western United Way campaign exceeds fundraising goal
March 19, 2024Alex Irving named Executive Director of Government Relations
March 19, 2024Six new Canada Research Chairs named at Western
March 13, 2024Musical gallery weaves science and art in a symphony of tornadoes
February 29, 2024Behind the Research: Western examines the brain’s secrets
February 28, 2024Western wraps up Black History Month welcoming Michaëlle Jean
February 26, 2024New sustainability projects secure seed money
February 20, 2024One love: Stephanie Marley’s mission to ‘Wake up Jamaica’
February 20, 2024Funding for Western nuclear energy projects fuels a safe future
February 16, 2024Julian Birkinshaw named new Dean of Ivey Business School
February 08, 2024TedxWesternU returns with new lineup of inspiring speakers, stories
January 30, 2024Weldon Library renovation receives international recognition
January 26, 2024Western Award of Excellence winners help others succeed
January 24, 2024Lisa Daniels named director of Western’s McIntosh Gallery
January 22, 2024$6.5 million grant to help improve care for Crohn’s disease patients
January 19, 2024Western named one of Southwestern Ontario’s best employers
January 17, 2024Discovery changes understanding of water’s history on the Moon
January 16, 2024Brescia, Western approve integration
January 10, 2024Engineering grads design tech solution for local organization
December 21, 2023Donation of $8.5 million strengthens hearing science and innovation
December 18, 2023A new chapter: Western releases new magazine showcasing innovation and impact
December 11, 2023Western releases new magazine showcasing stories of innovation and impact.
New award honours global work of prof through Western Heads East
December 11, 2023Gregor Reid recognized for career in AIDS and probiotics research, community health in Africa
Western among top 10 universities in the world for sustainability
December 05, 2023Second annual QS sustainability rankings places Western 3rd in Canada, 10th in the world out of 1,403 universities
Celebrating the inaugural recipients of the Western Research Excellence Awards
November 30, 2023Six scholars recognized for pioneering work in their fields, community advocacy
Western-led human brain “growth chart” project receives $1M in funding
November 27, 2023Will allow clinicians to track neural development across human lifespan for first time
Western Law professor appointed special adviser to International Criminal Court prosecutor
November 24, 2023Renowned legal scholar Valerie Oosterveld will advise on strategies and policies concerning crimes against humanity
Canada’s most powerful MRI system arrives at Western
November 23, 2023The 15.2 tesla pre-clinical scanner enables researchers to study the brain with unprecedented resolution
Thirteen Western alumni make Canada’s 100 Most Powerful Women list
November 22, 2023Leaders in private, public sectors honoured for leadership, vision
$3-million gift to advance research on the evolution of work
November 16, 2023Ivey announced a donation of $3 million from corporate director Sylvia Chrominska, HBA ’75, LLD ’14, during its Future We See ...
Western recruits top neuroimmunologist as Canada Excellence Research Chair
November 16, 2023With $8 million in funding, Dr. Robyn Klein will set up Canada’s first-ever research program studying impact of infectious diseases on the ...
CleanTech conference links researchers, entrepreneurs and industry
November 15, 2023Western will ‘pioneer’ clean technology research in renewable energy, sustainable materials and environmental sciences
Kamran Siddiqui appointed vice-provost (graduate and postdoctoral studies)
November 15, 2023Sustainable energy expert, experienced academic administrator to lead development of new learning methodologies
Western grad receives national award for excellence in teaching
November 10, 2023Paige Driscoll, MPEd‘23, recognized for her work tailoring curriculum to students’ culture, interests
Beyond Brick and Mortar
November 02, 2023Desh and Ladi Malhotra gift their home to Western University for a renewed cause
Words Festival marks 10th anniversary with lineup of Western speakers and artists
November 02, 2023Writer-in-residence, student writer-in-residence, Alice Munro Chair in Creativity and faculty members featured in creative arts event
Western’s commitment to peaceful and respectful dialogue
October 26, 2023As the citizens of Israel and Gaza continue to experience violence amidst the ongoing conflict in the region, members of the Western community are ...
Western graduates receive Governor General’s Gold Medal
October 25, 2023Three PhDs recognized with national award for academic excellence
Western scholars among global winners in undergraduate competition
October 25, 2023Best-ever performance by Faculty of Arts and Humanities students
Pride Library marks 25th anniversary as it reopens to public
October 19, 2023Professor James Miller reflects on the role of the library and ‘what this space has meant’
New interdisciplinary chair brings a philosophical lens to AI
October 18, 2023Western announces chair in ethics and technology with new $1.5M gift from alum Tim Duncanson
Five outstanding leaders to receive honorary degrees
October 12, 2023Academy Award winner Sarah Polley among those being honoured at autumn convocation ceremonies
Kelly Meighen installed as Western’s 24th Chancellor
October 12, 2023'We have much to learn from each other if we listen. And I assure you, as your Chancellor, I will be listening'
Vanier scholar values human perspective in her research
October 10, 2023Neuroscience PhD student Shahnaza Hamidullah came to Canada as Afghan refugee in 2010
Researchers earn Canadian Academy of Health Sciences honours
October 04, 2023From work on the brain to children’s mental health, research recognized for impact on patient care
Behind the Research: Western looks at the final frontier
October 02, 2023President Alan Shepard in conversation with professors Sarah Gallagher and Jan Cami on Canada’s role in space exploration and research
Western observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 28, 2023Campus community is encouraged to reflect on its meaning and significance
Western appoints Mark Daley as first-ever chief AI officer
September 27, 2023The newly created role is the first of its kind at a Canadian university
Western welcomes 2023 Loran scholar Vanessa Memeh
September 22, 2023'Four years ago, I never thought this was possible'
Western, Brescia begin plans to integrate
September 21, 2023Move honours Brescia’s legacy, creates new pathways for students
Western scholars honoured by Royal Society of Canada
September 13, 2023Literature professor receives 2023 Chaveau Medal; six scholars elected as new fellows
‘That enjoyment’: Western prof engages teens in world of math
September 08, 2023Asghar Ghorbanpour awarded for outreach work with local students, teachers
Western researcher launches land-inspired opera set in a canoe
September 07, 2023Spy Dénommé-Welch wrote story, co-composed music for Canoe, which premieres Sept. 12
Science student shoots for the stars with $100K Schulich Leaders scholarship
August 31, 2023Emma Harmos is one of six incoming Western students to earn prestigious national award
Gregory Kopp receives global honour for contributions to wind engineering
August 31, 2023Northern Tornadoes Project lead researcher is this year’s recipient of the Davenport Medal from the International Association for Wind ...
‘It takes a village’: Western set to welcome students for new academic year
August 31, 2023OWeek will see 6,600 new first-year Mustangs settle in, with focus on safety, community
Western prof named to geology team for first crewed lunar landing in 50 years
August 30, 2023Gordon “Oz” Osinski will work with NASA to determine the mission’s geological science objectives
Record number of future doctors begin training at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry
August 29, 2023The School welcomes 190 first-year students this week
Western PhD students named Vanier scholars
August 29, 2023Four candidates recognized for leadership, scholarly achievement
New projects aim to help carve new paths for Black youth
August 29, 2023Professor Godwin Arku-led study of marginalized youth among recipients of national award, SSHRC grants
Six new Canada Research Chairs named at Western
August 29, 2023From substance use to AI, new CRCs address questions shaping the future of humanity
Medical student receives national award for community leadership and advocacy
August 23, 2023Dene and Metis member Laney Beaulieu plans return to home community in NWT after studies
Western to build two new residence buildings
August 18, 2023University Drive undergraduate residence and Platt’s Lane apartment building will offer on-campus housing to about 1,000 students
Western welcomes Téa Mutonji as new writer-in-residence
August 16, 2023Award-winning poet, author ─ and student ─ brings relatability to role
$5.1 million donation boosts open hardware approach to motor neuroscience
August 15, 2023Azrieli Foundation support to enable Canada-wide use of electrodes co-developed by Western researcher
Western student chapter of the Association for Women in Mathematics wins community outreach award
August 14, 2023The club, which aims to 'make math more accessible to everyone,' is one of four winners worldwide
Western researchers among 2023 Ontario Women’s Health Scholars Award winners
August 10, 2023Jenna Schulz and Hoda Seens honoured for groundbreaking work on women’s mental, physical well-being
Sheila Heti named new Alice Munro Chair in Creativity
August 09, 2023Award-winning playwright and author returns to Western to teach and inspire
Grant recipients addressing critical gaps in health care
August 03, 2023Western researchers receive nearly $5M from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Western receives $4.75 million in federal funding for new electric boiler
July 13, 2023Heating upgrade will drastically reduce emissions, provide steam for campus and University Hospital
Kelly Meighen named Western’s 24th Chancellor
July 05, 2023The esteemed philanthropist believes healthy relationships, strong supports, fundamental to success
Western alumni named to the Order of Canada
July 04, 2023Recipients recognized for making communities and country ‘better every day’
Western launches new international strategy to drive worldwide impact
June 29, 2023The global engagement plan, Western in the World, will guide international recruitment, research and collaboration efforts
‘Pride doesn’t just end after one month’
June 28, 2023Western hits stride for Pride month with events, fall celebration plans and a growing group of organizers
Western climbs nearly 60 spots in QS World University Rankings
June 27, 2023Academic reputation, graduate employment drive significant rise in annual rankings
Inclusive leadership program helps leaders develop, model EDI lens
June 22, 2023Reflection and personal action plan key to cultivating commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
Western hosts national forum on reconciliation for Indigenous leaders, academics across Canada
June 21, 2023Building Reconciliation Forum focuses on Indigenizing and decolonizing the academy
Longtime Western residence leader earns President’s Medal for Distinguished Service
June 13, 2023Peggy Wakabayashi honoured for her innovation, legacy in student residence system
Special coverage: Spring Convocation 2023
June 09, 2023More than 8,000 graduates and 14 honorary degree recipients will be celebrated throughout the month of June.
Western to bestow honorary degrees on 14 outstanding leaders
June 05, 2023Community, arts, business, medical and academic luminaries to be honoured at June convocation ceremonies
Behind the Research: Western talks equity and pandemics
June 02, 2023President Alan Shepard in conversation with Professor Kate Choi and Professor Eric Arts on the social determinants of COVID-19
Western in top 10 of 1,705 universities in global sustainability rankings
June 01, 2023Times Higher Education 2023 Impact Rankings measure work towards UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
Ivey ranked best in Canada for executive education
May 26, 2023Secures top spot in ranking for the fourth year in a row
Two Western research projects among four recipients of Canada Brain Research Fund grants
May 24, 2023Interdisciplinary teams working on cognition, brain repair receive funds from Health Canada and Brain Canada
Western Research launches new mentorship network, co-designed by researchers
May 18, 2023Program prioritizes equity-deserving groups, building community and connection
Climate change action course earns national award
May 15, 2023The program, recognized for its ‘collaborative innovation’, will be free to the public this fall
Western tops Canadian universities in global rating program
May 10, 2023QS Stars awards 5 Stars Plus rating to Western, one of only 20 institutions worldwide to obtain the score
Western to expand medical school training with additional educational and residency spots
May 04, 2023Ontario government bolsters Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry’s efforts to tackle physician shortage in region
Build, expand, recruit: Budget 2023-24 paves way for further impact
April 28, 2023New spending in $896-million operating budget takes Western’s strategic plan to next level
Western announces four new Distinguished University Professors
April 27, 2023Ten Faculty Scholars also named for outstanding academic achievement
Western establishes pioneering $4M endowed chair for urologic cancer research
April 27, 2023Chin-Hardie Chair in Urologic Oncology bolsters Western’s leadership in developing life-saving interventions for cancers of the bladder, ...
Penny Pexman named vice-president (research)
April 27, 2023The London, Ont. native, award-winning researcher and mentor looks forward to ‘catalyzing’ new, interdisciplinary work
Western earns award for cultivating unique student strengths
April 27, 2023Gallup honours campus-wide work to drive personal and professional growth with CliftonStrengths program
Western to revolutionize drug development for brain diseases with $24M federal funding boost
April 26, 2023First-of-its-kind platform will fast track drug development and help identify effective new therapies within six years
Historic $30M gift to transform Ivey’s presence in downtown Toronto
April 25, 2023Donation from pioneering philanthropist Donald K. Johnson marks the largest ever from an individual in Western’s history
Western announces 2022-23 teaching award recipients
April 20, 2023Awardees recognized for ‘outstanding contributions’ to academic development of students
Major funding for genomics project to combat spider mite infestations
April 19, 2023Team led by Western prof receives $4 million to protect greenhouse sector from pest
Sharon Hodgson, dean of the Ivey School of Business, announces retirement
April 17, 2023Renowned business leader will step down in June 2024, leaving Ivey firmly positioned to continue legacy of excellence
‘Make the world better’: Presidential address stresses community connections
April 11, 2023More than 500 guests attend Engage Western event to hear from university leaders, students, researchers
Western celebrates sports achievements with Mustangs Athletic Awards
April 10, 2023Top performers honoured with Athlete of the Year, memorial trophies and Purple Blankets
Graduate students, Western scholar earn national awards for outstanding leadership
April 05, 2023PhD candidates Effie Sapuridis and Olivia Ghosh-Swaby, professor Kathy Hibbert recognized by the Senior Women Academic Administrators of Canada
Western cements leadership in kidney research with new $3.5M endowed chair
March 31, 2023The William F. Clark Chair in Nephrology will help attract and retain top talent, enhance life-saving bench-to-bedside research
Bruce Elijah named as first Elder-in-Residence at Wampum Learning Lodge
March 31, 2023The traditional teacher, healer and respected Indigenous advocate supports students, staff and faculty
Entrepreneurial spirit activated: Companies nurtured at Western ‘provide value to the world’
March 30, 2023Students and grads starting businesses receive free support and resources from Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship, Powered by Ivey
Students, staff member honoured for contributions to sustainability with Western Green Awards
March 30, 2023Campus projects related to climate and environment highlighted at Sustainability Impact Showcase
Lily Cho named vice-provost and associate vice-president (international)
March 27, 2023First-generation scholar, former Western prof brings commitment to internationalization with a focus on supporting international students
Marisa Modeski named university registrar
March 22, 2023Leader in post-secondary recruitment and admissions through an EDI lens joins Western May 1
Western increases financial and staff support for graduate students
March 20, 2023Needs-based funding and off-campus housing staff will be tripled to help graduate students with rising costs
Western students suggest solutions to advance UN Sustainable Development Goals
March 20, 2023Ten teams in race to qualify for World’s Challenge Challenge global final this year
Preparing Gen Z for an unpredictable future
March 17, 2023The value of tools like ChatGPT depends on how we use them, which makes interdisciplinary undergraduate education more important than ever
Western to be part of new Canada research hub for pandemic preparedness
March 07, 2023Coalition links universities, hospitals with industry partners
New diploma program trains Ivey students to be sustainable business leaders
March 03, 2023Course is open to students in all streams of the business school’s MSc program
First-year Western Law students to get work placements before second year
March 01, 2023New employment program launches in 2023-24, will let students choose placement options
Federal funding boost for Western research into transitions in care
February 27, 2023Projects examining diabetes, lifelong care programs receive nearly $1.5 million
Research projects receive more than $9 million in federal funding
February 22, 2023Teams working on reducing health-care inequity, AI, cancer receive multi-year grants
Western announces $500,000 in funding for graduate students hit by inflation
February 17, 2023Funding will create needs-based bursaries with input from Society of Graduate Students and the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Honouring the legacy of Western’s first Black medical graduate
February 16, 2023Dr. Lewis H. Milburn lived both his dreams, to serve in the military and be a doctor, inspiring future generations
Western signs with national partners to advance collaborative research in clean energy
February 15, 2023Agreement will drive funding opportunities to support internships, awards and research chairs
Western names Black student scholarships in honour of notable community members
February 08, 2023Awards given to 25 students in inaugural year recognize outstanding academic performance, community service
Western researchers create online resource to support physical activity for children with disabilities
February 07, 2023‘Everyone Can Play’ website lists inclusive activities and programs in London and surrounding areas
Mapping the stories of formerly enslaved Black Londoners focus of new research
February 01, 2023Interactive website to document histories of individuals who fled slavery in the U.S. and settled in the Forest City
Gordon McBean honoured by world’s largest scientific society for work on climate change
January 31, 2023American Association for the Advancement of Science recognizes renowned professor and climatologist for international leadership, communicating ...
Western celebrates Black History Month
January 31, 2023The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is pleased to host a number of events throughout February and March celebrating Black excellence.
Ivey faculty ranked third in the world for research aligned with UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
January 30, 2023Ranking based on hundreds of peer-reviewed papers published over four years
Western student-athlete among Top 8 Academic All-Canadians
January 27, 2023Kate Current recognized by Governor General at Rideau Hall
McIntosh Gallery partners with local artist to create mural at supervised drug treatment site
January 25, 2023Artwork aims to address stigma surrounding substance use and honour those lost to overdose
Weldon Library celebrates revitalized look with grand reopening
January 23, 2023New two-storey student learning commons, increased seating and family room highlight refreshed space
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry receives significant funding to make clinical trials research more efficient
January 19, 2023CIHR grants fund training program for pragmatic clinical trials and create new pan-Canadian consortium
‘Designed by students for students’, Western Wellness Hub launches on campus
January 19, 2023New mental health program fosters connection and peer support by sharing lived experiences
Former Ontario deputy premier is Western Law’s Distinguished Leader in Residence
January 16, 2023Christine Elliott will provide mentorship to law students and work with university leadership
Professor Fred Longstaffe, five alumni appointed to Order of Canada
January 04, 2023Western community members among 99 ‘trailblazers’ and new appointees
Mayor’s Honour List recognizes Western community members
January 04, 2023Faculty member, student and alumni honoured for outstanding contributions to the City of London
Endnotes 2022: The people behind some of the year’s most compelling Western stories
December 21, 2022Get to know newsmakers from the year that was
Noted Indigenous scholar inducted into the Royal Canadian Geographical Society
December 19, 2022Chantelle Richmond integrates Indigenous ways of knowing into research
Valuing others key trait in Award of Excellence recipients
December 08, 2022Seven staff members and one team receive highest honour for staff achievement at Western
President Alan Shepard appointed to second term
December 05, 2022Unanimous decision by Board of Governors follows review committee consultation
Western’s second responsible investing report shows momentum towards decarbonization
December 02, 2022Active engagement with investment managers yielding positive results
PM Trudeau visits Schulich Medicine & Dentistry for dental benefit announcement
December 01, 2022University leaders say benefit is a step in the right direction for improving health equity
Western Engineering receives $4 million in funding to improve urban climates
November 29, 2022Project to develop tools to better assess buildings’ greenhouse gas emissions
Western students awarded five Fellowships with London Symphonia
November 29, 2022Musicians will participate in main stage orchestra programs for the 2022-23 season
Postdoctoral scholars named Banting Fellows
November 28, 2022Recipients carrying out research in avian physiology, polymers
Western PhD students named Vanier scholars
November 28, 2022Three candidates recognized for leadership, scholarly achievement
Western’s Writer-in-Residence program celebrates 50th anniversary
November 24, 2022Canada’s oldest literary residency has hosted famous authors and new voices
Western students, alumni among London’s ‘Twenty in their 20s’
November 18, 2022Annual list includes innovators, creatives, community advocates
Western honours the passing of visionary sports medicine pioneer
November 17, 2022Dr. Peter Fowler was an internationally renowned orthopedic surgeon and co-founder of the Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic
Digital epidemiologist Western’s newest Canada Research Chair
November 16, 2022Tarun Katapally engages citizens using mobile technology to solve societal problems, address inequities
Western’s ImPaKT facility gets $16M from feds for pandemic research
November 16, 2022Funds will help Schulich Medicine & Dentistry expand biocontainment infrastructure to research virus spread, expand COVID-19 research
Western planetary geologist to lead science for Canada’s lunar rover
November 14, 2022Canadensys gets contract, Moon mission expected for 2026
Mississauga fire chief among alumni on Most Powerful Women list
November 11, 2022Deryn Rizzi one of 12 Western grads recognized by Women’s Executive Network
New program provides leadership opportunities for Black students in the community
November 11, 2022Western launches inaugural Black Leadership University Experience program
Western opens Wampum Learning Lodge
November 07, 2022Space to serve as touchstone for Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities to gather, learn in spirit of Truth and Reconciliation
Graduating more RNs: Western responds to nursing shortage, new realities of health care
November 04, 2022Nursing program implements shorter RPN to RN pathway, 1:1 clinical placements
Healthy relationships work wins researcher top Vanguard Award
October 28, 2022Claire Crooks honoured by WORLDiscoveries
Western recognized as one of world’s top 20 universities in new global sustainability rankings
October 26, 2022First-ever QS World University Rankings: Sustainability places Western 3rd in Canada, 17th in the world out of 700 universities
Student researchers selected for Global Undergraduate Awards
October 25, 2022Seven honoured for work from diverse disciplines; 15 scholars receive prestigious highly commended rank
Western grads receive prestigious medal
October 24, 20222022 Governor General’s Gold Medal given for academic excellence
Western celebrates first in-person fall convocation in two years
October 18, 2022Ceremonies will recognize more than 1,900 graduates and six honorary degree recipients
Campus construction aims to enhance both natural and built environments
October 17, 2022Changes to UC Hill, safety initiatives, new entrepreneurship building among ongoing projects
Fulbright student award recipient furthers ‘instapoet’ research at Duke
October 06, 2022Tanja Grubnic one of five Western community members selected to Canada-U.S. exchange program, including visiting Killam fellow from Hawaii
Western to launch Memegwaanh Indigenous Learning Honour
September 29, 2022New initiative will recognize students’ engagement in efforts towards Truth and Reconciliation during their time at Western
English grad bequeaths $10M in scholarships, largest gift ever to Faculty of Arts and Humanities
September 28, 2022Bill Hodgins, BA’54, remembered as a man ‘big in stature, with a heart to match’
Bryan Neff appointed Acting Vice-President (Research)
September 22, 2022Seasoned leader will help maintain momentum in furthering Western’s research mission
Western scientists attract $1.6M to tackle global challenges
September 21, 2022Stroke researcher Sue Peters one of 7 faculty members awarded CFI funding
Western Academy for Advanced Research officially launches
September 15, 2022Bringing experts together from around the world to solve global problems
Western researchers selected to the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
September 14, 2022Four faculty scholars named CAHS fellows for excellence, commitment to fields of expertise
Western offers new minor in Black Studies
September 13, 2022Open to all students, the courses provide a variety of perspectives on Black history, culture and heritage
Royal Society of Canada celebrates Western scholars
September 13, 2022Among them, Valerie Oosterveld, Christopher Alcantara receive RSC Awards for ‘outstanding achievement’
Western mourns the passing of Queen Elizabeth II
September 09, 2022Campus flags lowered to half-mast in honour of Britain’s longest-serving monarch
Research team investigating ‘forever chemicals’ in water systems
September 08, 2022NSERC provides funding to address environmental concern affecting 2.5M Canadians
Western extends COVID-19 booster deadline following Health Canada announcement
September 06, 2022Move comes in response to approval of Moderna’s updated bivalent vaccine
“A sense of belonging”: 38,000 students set to return for the new academic year
September 01, 2022Orientation activities aim to foster a welcoming, inclusive and safe experience
Medical student inspired by health-care pioneer
August 31, 2022Gavin Raner is one of 13 students across Canada to receive the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame award
Swimmer set to dive into Western with $100K Schulich Leaders award
August 29, 2022Brent Davison one of six incoming students to earn prestigious scholarship
Western receives $2M to extend program supporting women experiencing intimate partner violence
August 25, 2022Community partner Middlesex-London Health Unit sees ‘transformational’ impact on survivors
Western requires COVID-19 booster and masking in instructional spaces this fall
August 22, 2022Measures aimed at preserving the in-person learning experience
Western receives critical investment through CFI’s Major Science Initiatives Fund
August 19, 2022Funding for WindEEE signals the facility’s importance on the national stage
Western welcomes new vice-provost for academic programs
August 18, 2022Susan Lewis starts Sept. 2
Lesley Rigg, Western’s vice-president (research), to become Brock University president
August 15, 2022Rigg officially joins Brock November 1
Western researchers attract more than $7.6M in federal funding
August 12, 2022Anatomy and cell biology professor Nathalie Bérubé receives $1M for work on improving memory in children with intellectual disabilities
Joy MacDermid, Juan Luis Suárez awarded 2022 Hellmuth Prizes for achievement in research
August 11, 2022The honour recognizes faculty members with outstanding international contributions in research
New pilot program makes education more accessible
August 09, 2022Open educational resources are helping to decrease costs, increase equity
Western student’s education advocacy work goes global
August 05, 2022Kenisha Arora joins UN General Assembly as youth representative
Master’s student recipient of 2022 Women’s Health Scholars Award
July 29, 2022Jahin Khan’s research examines mental health of migrant women
Western celebrates 90 years of French Immersion School
July 28, 2022Immersive learning, community connection at heart of Quebec institution
Ivey rings bell for women in asset management
July 27, 2022Inaugural class to address industry's gender imbalance opens trading day at Toronto Stock Exchange
Award-winning poet joins Western as new writer-in-residence
July 26, 2022January Rogers aims to be 'incubator' of new writing talent
Western appoints first-ever chief digital officer
July 22, 2022Mark Daley to lead creation of new Digital Western unit
Tom Haffie, Donna Peterson receive President’s Medal for Distinguished Service
July 15, 2022Retirees recognized for contributions ‘above and beyond’ their roles at Western
Career launch program offers unique opportunities for recent grads
July 13, 2022Novel pilot program brings fresh ideas, top talent to Western campus
Melanie Peacock purple-and-proud as new Alumni Association president
July 12, 2022Human resources professional values connection, authenticity, lifelong learning
Western partners with Ugandan research centre to help address global health challenges
July 07, 2022International collaboration opens opportunities for experiential learning
John Doerksen named Western’s vice-provost (students)
July 07, 2022Experienced leader will build on long-standing career of helping students succeed
Western alumni join prestigious Order of Canada roster
July 06, 2022Accomplished grads among 85 new appointments announced by Governor General
Alumni from 2020 and 2021 celebrate graduation in person
July 04, 2022Five days of ceremonies to make up for pandemic-delayed convocations
New Western program aims to empower women innovators
June 27, 2022WORLDiscoveries to launch new WE-Empower program in September
Nursing prof receives $2.4 million SSHRC partnership grant
June 23, 2022Sociologist Fiona Webster examines how marginalization affects patient engagement in chronic pain research
Be storytellers, John Davidson tells FIMS grads
June 23, 2022Dedicated dad, driven to defeat Duchenne muscular dystrophy receives honorary degree
Western to host 2022 Vanier Cup
June 23, 2022Championship game in London, Ont., gives reigning champs chance to defend ‘21 title on home turf
Western researchers receive combined $2.8M NSERC Discovery grants
June 23, 2022Successful funding round benefits 66 Western-led science, engineering, medical research projects
Learning bundles a gift of Indigenous knowledge
June 21, 2022New curriculum to help Indigenize instruction, build community
Western board set to welcome new chair, vice-chair
June 16, 2022Keith Gibbons, Sarah Shortreed assume roles July 1
Nine Western faculty named new engineering Fellows
June 15, 2022Awards honour long-standing service and achievements in engineering
War journalist Sally Armstrong says youth bring hope for change
June 14, 2022Humanitarian and author will receive honorary doctorate at spring convocation
Astronaut launches grads to next, new adventures
June 14, 2022David Saint-Jacques to receive honorary degree from Western at convocation ceremonies on June 14
Dion Stout: Reconciliation ‘new arena of struggle’ for Canadians
June 13, 2022Honorary degree recipient Madeleine Kētēskwew Dion Stout invites graduates to be educated, united
In-person convocation returns to Western
June 10, 2022On-campus events celebrate spring 2022 grads and the Classes of 2020 and 2021
Special coverage: Spring Convocation 2022
June 10, 2022For the first time in two years, Western celebrates convocation in person, with more than 8,000 graduates, 20 ceremonies and 18 honorary degree ...
Western-led international corrosion training program nets $1.65M NSERC grant
June 09, 2022Researcher Yolanda Hedberg will helm collaborative program to educate new corrosion scientists
Western community remembers Afzaal family one year later
June 03, 2022Anniversary commemoration highlights advocacy against Islamophobia, racism
Schulich Medicine resident awarded prestigious Gates Cambridge scholarship
June 02, 2022Dr. Benjamin Chin-Yee to explore AI’s impact on patient care as PhD student at University of Cambridge
New federal funding supports research on teen online harassment
June 02, 2022Canada Research Chair Kaitlynn Mendes cites victim-blaming factor for non-reporting
Western engineering students compete in World’s Challenge Challenge global final
May 31, 2022Team Agri-Edge makes case for precision agriculture to solve farming challenges
$10M gift gives rise to Western’s Ronald D. Schmeichel Building for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
May 25, 2022Entrepreneur and financier invests in ‘hopes and aspirations of future students’
Western makes new commitments to address, prevent gender-based and sexual violence
May 19, 2022Re-evaluating OWeek alongside student leaders, appointing special advisor among steps in response to committee report, independent review
Western, RBC, The Globe and Mail team up to offer free program for aspiring entrepreneurs
May 16, 2022New online course teaches step-by-step process of starting, growing successful business
Western’s downtown site to bolster community connections
May 10, 202213 projects chosen to strengthen learning, partnerships at 450 Talbot building
Western Engineering launches artificial intelligence specialization program
May 05, 2022Interdisciplinary approach marries traditional engineering subjects with AI fundamentals
Western launches new scholarships for Black and Indigenous students
May 05, 2022Awards strengthen support for diverse, equity-deserving students
Western’s new provost shares first impressions, plans to build connections
May 02, 2022Q&A with Florentine Strzelczyk
Decarbonization key to Western’s net-zero emissions investment goal
April 29, 2022Western rolls out responsible investing strategy, outlines pathways to sustainability
Western grad David Simmonds receives Harry Jerome leadership award
April 29, 2022Community leader a champion for equity, inclusion
Western invests in sustainable, equitable future
April 29, 2022Budget 2022-23 supports university’s strategic priorities
Western first in Canada, third in world in global impact, sustainability rankings
April 27, 2022Times Higher Education grades universities' efforts to match UN Sustainable Development Goals
Western team wins Governor General medal for kids’ hearing-aid tech
April 26, 2022Innovation award recognizes audiology team for world-class software
Students bring home $5K prize for health tech go-to-market pitch
April 22, 2022Science meets business at Proteus Innovation Competition
Inaugural neuroscience fellows ‘looking to make a difference’
April 22, 2022Three researchers exploring novel ways to study the brain
Designing frugal medical devices among projects receiving Western strategic grants
April 20, 2022$13.3M awarded in first two of three funding rounds
New Western Research chair working towards gender-equitable, low-carbon economy
April 14, 2022Gender and women’s studies prof Bipasha Baruah named new Strategic Focus chair
Western honours this year’s most outstanding educators
April 07, 2022Nine faculty members, anatomy education team recognized for excellence, innovation
Western’s sustainability champions go the distance
March 31, 2022University honours commitment, innovation of eco-advocates
Western announces $600K in new funding for globally displaced students, scholars
March 30, 2022Bursaries, awards and living assistance among additional supports
Western alumni among Canada’s ‘changemakers’
March 24, 2022Shadi McIsaac, Denis Nagasaki, Sarah Landstreet, recognized as emerging leaders finding solutions to the world's most challenging problems
Western students take on challenge to help solve world’s problems
March 22, 2022World’s Challenge Challenge final competition March 24
Western community remembers philanthropist Sonia Labatt
March 22, 2022Legacy marked with commitment to make ‘a healthier, more equitable and more just place'
New Western specialization links AI and health research
March 21, 2022One-of-a-kind collaboration to help grad students use machine learning to solve complex health, medical issues
Chakrabarti, Barmby, and Luginaah named Distinguished University Professors
March 17, 2022Award recognizes careers of excellence in teaching, research, leadership
Western extends system of support for students, faculty affected by Ukraine crisis
March 10, 2022Series of actions ensures access to financial aid, academic accommodations, mental health services
Western takes steps to enhance safety on campus
March 03, 2022Improved lighting, more patrols, more after-hours staffing among enhanced safety measures
‘Never say can’t’: Western Mustang wins courage award
March 02, 2022Internationally ranked para athlete Madison Wilson-Walker 2022 Jeffrey Reed Courage Award recipient
Western stands in solidarity with Ukraine
March 02, 2022University issues statement on the war in Ukraine
Western raises more than $617K for local United Way
February 24, 2022University community’s generosity continues to be among highest in the region
4 Western students named Cansbridge Fellows
February 24, 2022Prestigious fellowship includes a $10,000 scholarship, summer internship in Asia
Western researchers receive $1.25M in federal funding
February 23, 2022More than half a million of grant money for research to develop complex disease profiles
Western launches new creative arts and production program
February 17, 2022Creativity, collaboration, community cornerstones of new BA major
Western issues COVID-19 updates following Ontario announcement
February 17, 2022Vaccination, mask mandates remain as all students return to in-person learning Feb. 28
Bell-Western 5G network enabling solutions to real-world challenges
February 16, 2022Researchers test-drive super-speed connectivity through 8 innovative projects
Western tops Canada for most student-athletes achieving academic excellence
February 09, 2022Mustangs scholar-athletes recognized in U Sports Academic All-Canadians national list
Community, cross-campus collaboration drives anti-violence work
February 07, 2022Looking ahead to the fall, interim recommendations focus on student safety, well-being
Research that drives meaningful impact
February 03, 2022At the helm of Western Research, Lesley Rigg rallies campus community with new strategic plan
Florentine Strzelczyk named provost and vice-president (academic)
February 03, 2022Distinguished humanities scholar, academic leader joins Western May 1
Students begin unique training to prevent sexual violence
January 31, 2022Two-part training for students in residence brings ‘really difficult conversations’ to the fore
Enhancing student supports and spaces: ‘It’s our number one priority’
January 27, 2022Western begins its return to in-person learning next week, looks ahead to fall term
Western appoints AVP for innovation, partnerships
January 26, 2022David Muir tasked with connecting research, industry, government to create greater impact
New home for student health and wellness services in Thames Hall
January 20, 2022Welcoming, inclusive site provides single-entry point, shorter wait times
Western gets gold STARS for sustainability
January 20, 2022International ratings system paves way to ‘make global change happen’
Western to increase residence capacity for first-year students this fall
January 19, 2022Renovations to Bayfield Hall will help the university fulfill its first-year residence guarantee
Education professor to lead international group
January 14, 2022Shelley Taylor reflects on global educators' role in diversity, social justice advocacy
Western announces phased approach to return-to-class
January 14, 2022Staggered plan an effort to slow COVID-19 transmission
Scholar, curator named Canada Research Chair
January 12, 2022Sarah Smith to focus work on cultural diplomacy
Western chemists engage in ‘game-changer’ metals research
January 12, 2022Pioneering project to prevent corrosion part of $24M New Frontiers Research grant
Mustangs mourn loss of storied football coach Larry Haylor
January 07, 2022‘The only thing that exceeded his passion for football, was the love for his family’
Western remembers sports legend Darwin Semotiuk
January 06, 2022Coach, professor and administrator a ‘transformational leader’
Stories of community-engaged learning at Western
January 04, 2022Partnerships with 200+ non-profit organizations benefit agencies and students
Order of Canada honours for alumni
January 04, 2022Eight Western graduates among 135 new appointees
Alumni named to London Inc.’s 20 under 40
December 22, 2021Western grads top list of inspiring Londoners
Western delaying start of winter term, shifting to virtual classes
December 17, 2021Preemptive measures prompted by increasing Omicron variant concerns
Staff recognized for going ‘above and beyond’
December 16, 2021The 2021 recipients of the annual Western Award of Excellence
Nathalie Des Rosiers, Sonya Nigam to conduct independent review
December 15, 2021Review is latest in a series of measures to strengthen campus safety, address gender-based and sexual violence
Western moves exams online
December 14, 2021Mustangs shine in 2021
December 13, 2021Year-end highlights of Western’s athletics achievements
Western and St. Joseph’s partnership augments violence-survivor services
December 08, 2021St. Joseph’s Regional Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment program team to provide additional on-campus care to students
PhD candidate recipient of Prime Minister’s teaching excellence award
December 07, 2021High school educator Lisa Anne Floyd recognized for advocacy in computer science learning for youth
NEST receives City of London diversity award
December 03, 2021Recognition given for work in support of diversity, inclusivity, human rights
New lecture series brings issue of domestic violence to the fore
December 02, 2021Peter Jaffe Lectures launches on National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Leadership institute receives $3.5-million investment
November 26, 2021New funding to build on leader character development programs
Western graduates among Canada’s Top 40 Under 40
November 25, 2021Honour recognizes outstanding young Canadians under age 40
Western to host national forum on reconciliation
November 24, 2021Local First Nations communities to be key partners, bringing wisdom and insight
New summer program to help women pursue fund management career
November 23, 2021vey’s Women in Asset Management course open to second-year undergrad students
Mustangs Hall of Fame celebrates athletic greatness
November 19, 2021Honorees include lifetime legends Helen Luckman, Jack Cowin
Western signs national charter to fight anti-Black racism in higher ed
November 18, 2021Scarborough Charter brings together Canadian universities, colleges committed to equity, diversity, inclusion
Western alumni make Canada’s 100 Most Powerful Women list
November 18, 2021Leaders recognized for 'strength, fearlessness, resilience, heart’
Empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs
November 12, 2021Founders program builds skills and community for 10 business-minded students in its inaugural year
Two graduate students make city’s Green Leader list
November 10, 2021Eco-fashion advocate and bird champion recognized by London environmentalists
Loran scholar creates platform to support Black-owned businesses
November 08, 2021Abygail Montague among three Western award recipients selected for strength of character, commitment to service and entrepreneurial spirit.
Increasing access to international opportunities
November 05, 2021Western receives $3M investment to help more students gain global skills
Responsible investing contributes to significant carbon footprint reduction
November 04, 2021Regular measurement of emissions shows five-year drop in carbon footprint of Western’s long-term public equity investments
Fostering agents of change to prevent gender-based, sexual violence
November 02, 2021Western's Man|Made program, facilitated by Anova, focuses on healthy masculinity and sexuality
Work begins for Western’s new residence health and safety advisors
November 01, 2021Unique program part of continued progress on student safety, sexual violence prevention
Western Engineering awards new diversity-focused fellowship
November 01, 2021Two doctoral candidates receive inaugural Indigenous and Black Engineering and Technology Momentum Fellowship
Virus researcher among Undergraduate Award recipients
October 27, 2021Western students recognized for research excellence in global competition
Western joins North American climate change coalition
October 26, 2021UC3 members commit to sustainable actions, sharing best practices among 23 universities
Kelly Greene first Indigenous artist-in-residence
October 26, 2021Western grads receive prestigious medal
October 22, 20212021 Governor General’s Gold Medal given for academic excellence
Special coverage: Fall convocation 2021
October 21, 2021Western News celebrates the Fall Class of 2021
Western welcomes USC recommendations for safer campus
October 19, 2021Student input and engagement critical in the work to eliminate sexual and gender-based violence
Vaccination rate at Western nears 100 per cent
October 18, 2021Mandatory vaccinations among several measures contributing to a successful return to in-person classes
Western names gender-based and sexual violence action committee co-chairs
October 07, 2021Terry McQuaid, Nadine Wathen lead new group to support student safety
We all learn together: Opiyo Oloya
October 06, 2021Conversation on Western's equity census and the start of a new journey
Western goes downtown with new property buy
October 04, 2021Planned space will bring community, culture, academics in one roof
Western renames iconic stadium to Western Alumni Stadium
October 02, 2021New name follows $1.4M gift from Alumni Association
New $1M-gift drives Western entrepreneurial programs
September 29, 2021Funding will support student entrepreneurs, programming, innovation building
New space envisions Indigenous ‘home’ on campus
September 29, 2021Indigenous Learning Space set to open in 2022
Western ranks 43rd in world for graduate employability
September 28, 2021New global report places Western in top eight per cent of more than 670 institutions
Western offers scholarships to Afghan refugees
September 27, 2021Five students, two scholars-at-risk to receive ‘wrap-around aid’ amid international crisis
Summer program gives undergrads immersive research feel
September 27, 2021BrainsCAN internship aims to promote diversity in neuroscience research
Prioritizing student safety on and off campus
September 23, 2021Culture change needs ‘collective effort’: Shepard
Mandatory sexual violence awareness and prevention training begins for students
September 22, 2021Part of Western’s new student safety action plan
Western supports student-led walkout
September 17, 2021'A difficult but important day to honour survivors'
Western launches action plan and Task Force on Sexual Violence and Student Safety
September 16, 2021New measures part of broader effort to address campus culture
President Shepard on community safety
September 14, 2021'Sexual violence will never be tolerated on our campus'
Math whiz teen enters Western with $80K Schulich Leaders award
September 08, 2021Six high-achieving students earn prestigious scholarships to Western
Western researchers receive royal recognition
September 07, 2021Professors Carolyn McLeod and Catherine Neish named among the nation’s top scholars by the Royal Society of Canada
Western welcomes first National Indigenous Scholarship recipients
September 07, 2021Recognized for academic excellence, commitment to community, three Indigenous students make up first cohort
From vaccination to ventilation: A safe return to in-person learning
September 01, 2021Western ready to welcome campus community back for fall term
Classroom ventilation exceeds standards: report
August 31, 2021Ventilation in all classrooms at Western meets – and in most cases exceeds – the high standards of measurement to prevent potential ...
Corrosion expert to aid safe storage of used nuclear fuel
August 25, 2021Western’s research program gets huge boost with new $1.1M gift from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization
Western strengthens COVID-19 vaccine policy
August 25, 2021Latest step further supports increased vaccination rates
Nuclear waste-storage research gets $3.3M grant
August 17, 2021Western scientists engage with best international minds to ensure safe storage of used nuclear fuel
Bridge-check tech among research grants
August 11, 2021Nine innovative research projects at Western receive funding through John R. Evans Leadership Fund
Western to require proof of vaccination for campus community
August 11, 2021Campus-wide policy gets support from public health unit
Feds invest $10M in regional health-tech hub
August 10, 2021Waterloo, Western universities team up to help drive health innovation and job creation
Indigenous environmental health research secures $1.3M grant
August 06, 2021Funds to support professor Diana Lewis’ work measuring impact of industrial development on Indigenous communities
Western launches COVID-19 vaccine survey
August 03, 2021Results will inform planning for safe return to campus this fall
Province announces $2.6M for novel 3D imaging research
July 19, 2021Colleges and Universities Minister Jill Dunlop lauds Western research excellence during labs tour
Scholarships honour victims of anti-Muslim attack
July 16, 2021Awards commemorate Madiha Salman and Salman Afzaal, support future grad students
Western PhD students named Vanier scholars
July 15, 20215 candidates recognized for leadership and research
Opiyo Oloya to lead Western’s equity work
July 13, 2021Renowned advocate for social justice and human rights named associate vice-president of equity, diversity and inclusion
Western invests $6 million to support new EDI initiatives
June 25, 2021Funding continues commitment to systemic change, marks ‘crucial moment' in history
Western offers deepest sympathies to Indigenous communities
June 24, 2021University stands with Indigenous students, staff and faculty
A bold future together
June 23, 2021With the launch of a new strategic plan, the next chapter in Western’s future takes shape
12 Western scientists and scholars named Canada Research Chairs
June 15, 2021From climate change to neuroscience, scope of Western research expertise grows
Family came to Canada for a better future
June 09, 2021Western remembers lives of four Londoners – including a PhD student and her alumnus husband – killed in what police are calling a hate ...
Beyond 215 hours of mourning: A statement to the community
June 09, 2021We all have a role to play in championing and sustaining Indigenization and decolonization
Western moves up in QS World University Rankings
June 09, 2021The university jumps 33 spots to place 170th in the world among more than 1,300 ranked universities
Western stands with Muslim community
June 07, 2021University and affiliates condemn racist attack
Safety first: Western mandates vaccinations for students in residence
May 27, 2021The university is preparing for a full return to in-person classes this fall.
Scholarship@Western reaches 10 million downloads
May 26, 2021The free-to-all electronic repository includes research in more than 1,100 disciplines
Western attracts $1 million to advance virtual learning
May 17, 2021An Indigenous languages revitalization program is among ten projects receiving eCampusOntario grants
Alumnus John A. Schweitzer donates $4 million in art to Western
May 13, 2021Montreal-based artist hopes to inspire others to give
Tima Bansal and Amit Garg awarded Western’s top research honour
May 13, 2021Hellmuth Prizes recognize the impact of Ivey researcher in business sustainability and Schulich Medicine kidney scientist.
$5.5-million gift expands entrepreneurship opportunities at Western
May 06, 2021Investment from Pierre L. Morrissette Family Foundation provides campus-wide access to entrepreneurial research, education and programming
900,000 COVID-19 tests moved through Schulich Medicine & Dentistry’s PaLM labs
April 29, 2021The Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PaLM) clinical labs support seven public health units, including hospitals and long-term care facilities, ...
Canadian Payroll Association funds Financial Wellness Lab at Western
April 29, 2021The gift supports researchers translating data-driven insights into tools Canadians can use to improve their financial resilience
$1.75-million investment in Ivey set to advance public policy and diversity
April 28, 2021Thanks to a generous gift from Power Corporation of Canada, Canada Life, and IGM Financial, Ivey’s capacity to advance public policy and ...
Western in top 5% in sustainability, impact rankings
April 22, 2021Sustainability research, policy and practice earn Western high placement among global peers.
Western trio honoured with Distinguished University Professorships
April 22, 2021Kim Baines, Glenn Bauman, and Deborah Laliberte-Rudman are being recognized for sustained excellence in scholarship
Michael Kim to become new dean of Western’s Don Wright Faculty of Music
April 22, 2021The Juilliard-trained pianist is also an accomplished academic administrator.
Western budget focuses on bold, strategic growth
April 22, 2021The 2021-2022 budget invests more deeply in the university's academic and research mission.
Brescia names Lauretta Frederking new top leader
April 21, 2021The new Brescia president will help the institution elevate its brand, profile and international presence.
Western introduces new climate change major
April 20, 2021The program will examine the climate crisis by integrating perspectives from science, social science and the humanities
Western celebrates top teaching talent
April 15, 2021Outstanding faculty members and a team of course designers are being honoured for excellence
Summer internship programs aim to help students and faculty
April 06, 2021Up to 400 positions available, including 300 undergraduate research internships
Western establishes first EDI advisory council
March 25, 2021Western's equity, diversity and inclusion advisory council members are (top: left to right) Bipasha Baruah, David B. Simmonds, Candace ...
Supporting the next generation of women in engineering
March 24, 2021Alexander Charles Spencer Faculty of Engineering Building. Image from Faculty of Engineering
Western joins Business + Higher Education Roundtable
March 18, 2021National group aims to create access to work-integrated learning for every student.
Three Western alumni recognized as YMCA Women of Excellence
March 16, 2021Michelle Baldwin, Michele Beaudoin and Kyle MacDonald are being celebrated for their contributions to London and the surrounding community.
Western partners with London Economic Development Corp to help new grads launch careers
March 15, 2021New pilot program helps graduates from the Faculty of Social Science with future employment by creating 12-month, full-time, paid apprenticeship ...
‘We can’t let our guard down’: Western urges vigilance following community outbreak
March 11, 2021The university reminds students to follow public health guidelines.
Western adopts report recommendations to improve accessibility
March 01, 2021Establishing a student advisory committee and hiring an accessibility engagement coordinator are among immediate actions.
Western plans return to in-person classes this September
February 26, 2021“We expect to return to face-to-face instruction, and more of the on-campus experiences we all love, this coming September,” said ...
Western names Jeff O’Hagan as Vice-President, University Advancement
February 24, 2021The alumnus and former Western fundraiser brings deep experience in the postsecondary and healthcare sectors.
5G network opens new avenues for research and student support
February 23, 2021The super-fast, smart network enables new research and can help students thrive at Western.
Black History Month a call to spark change
February 08, 2021The month is an opportunity to ‘use the lessons of history as a force for change now and into the future.’
Western among top 50 Canadian workplaces: Forbes survey
February 08, 2021Western has been named among Canada’s 50 best employers, based on an independent ranking conducted for Forbes.
Ivey scholarship recipient compelled to give back
February 03, 2021For Alanna La Rose, receiving Ivey’s MBA Indigenous Entrance Scholarship comes with a personal call to action.
Art, up-close and from a distance
February 01, 2021The pandemic prompted a show of 'separate togetherness' at Western's Artlab.
Scholarship recipient carries legacy of Iranian friends
January 29, 2021PhD student Payam Momeni is inaugural recipient of a scholarship in honour of four Western students who perished aboard Flight PS752.
More than words: Marking progress on Western’s Indigenous Strategic Plan
January 27, 2021Candace Brunette-Debassige shares highlights from 2020 report
Help us develop Western's next strategic plan
January 20, 2021New website outlines how students, faculty, staff, and alumni can engage in the process.
Engineering fellowships created for Indigenous and Black doctoral students
January 18, 2021Western is among six Ontario universities that have together created new fellowships for Indigenous and Black students pursuing doctoral degrees ...
Scholarships launched in memory of Iranian students
January 08, 2021Chemistry student Hadis Hayatdavoudi and three other Western students aboard Flight PS752 will be remembered through scholarships.
Notable Western researchers, scholars, alumni appointed to Orders of Canada and Ontario
January 04, 2021A combat surgeon and English professor emeritus are among several Western-connected Canadians to be celebrated with top national and provincial ...
Abe Oudshoorn, Betty Anne Younker, alumni make Mayor’s Honour List
January 04, 2021More than half the recipients have Western connections
Christy R. Bressette to lead Indigenous Initiatives at Western
December 21, 2020A recognized leader in Indigenous education, Christy R. Bressette has been appointed Western University’s first vice-provost and associate ...
Honouring exceptional commitment in a year of change
December 11, 2020The 2020 Western Award of Excellence represents the highest honour for staff achievement at the university.
Western’s Linda Hasenfratz and Max Smith appointed to COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Task Force
December 04, 2020The Ontario government has appointed Western chancellor Linda Hasenfratz and Western bioethicist Maxwell Smith among eight members of the ...
Lisa Saksida and eight Western alumnae among Canada’s most powerful women
December 03, 2020Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Lisa Saksida and eight Western alumnae have been named recipients of the 2020 Canada’s ...
Western alumni, honorary degree recipients named to the Order of Canada
December 02, 2020Western partners with Indspire, creates Indigenous bursaries
December 02, 2020Western is providing additional support for Indigenous students through a partnership with Indspire, a charity led by alumna Roberta Jamieson, ...
Royal Society celebrates six Western scholars
November 27, 2020Four Western researchers were named Fellows of the Royal Society of Canada (RSC), commonly recognized as the country’s top honour in the ...
New Education scholarships for Indigenous grad students and people living with disabilities
November 27, 2020Western is clearing a pathway for people who have historically faced social and economic barriers, with a new scholarship program for graduate ...
Four Western faculty named to Highly Cited Researchers 2020 list
November 19, 2020Western researchers whose groundbreaking work has earned them a spot on the 2020 Highly Cited list: professors X. A. (Andy) Sun, Brian Feagan, ...
Provost Andrew Hrymak pivots to special advisor role for sustainability and partnerships
November 19, 2020Western University's Andy Hrymak has been named special advisor on industry partnerships, the green economy and sustainability. He has been ...
Donna Kotsopoulos to become new dean of Western’s Faculty of Education
November 10, 2020Currently a professor of management and organizational studies at Huron University College with adjunct research faculty appointments in ...
Nick Harney to become new dean of Western’s Faculty of Social Science
November 10, 2020Harney, who is currently head of the department of sociology, anthropology and criminology at the University of Windsor, will serve a five-year ...
President renews sustainability committee for greener campus
November 10, 2020Western is accelerating its sustainability efforts with a renewed advisory committee that will guide the university’s environmental strategy ...
Vanguard innovator may have found first-ever sepsis treatment
November 04, 2020Researcher Dr. Qingping Feng is proof of the axiom it takes years to become an overnight success.
Western and affiliates offer aid to students raised in foster care
October 27, 2020Jane Kovarikova is a Western doctoral student advocating for policy changes to benefit people who 'age out' of child welfare. She is the ...
Top honours for graduate students
October 27, 2020Award winners from left to right: Armin Geraili, Elaine Kwok, Moriah Sokolowski
Anti-racism advisors: Paving the way for change
October 22, 2020As special advisors on anti-racism, Nicole Kaniki and Bertha Garcia are laying the foundation for an interim advisory council on equity, diversity ...
Students prepare 1,000 hygiene kits for community
October 21, 2020Students participating in Western OServes prepared 1,000 bags of hygiene products, which were delivered Wednesday to community centres.
Western ranks first in global undergrad competition
September 21, 2020Four Western students have been named top scholars – more winners than from any other university – at the 2020 Global Undergraduate ...
Royal Society celebrates five Western scholars
September 09, 2020New Royal Society of Canada honours go to Western scholars Lisa Saksida, Jing (Jin) Jiang, Peter Jaffe, Slobodan Simonovic and Jessica Grahn.
Back to school: A fall term like no other
September 03, 2020September’s return to class at Western always promises a fresh start and new optimism. This fall, Western is aiming for a clean slate in ...
Six Western students awarded Schulich Leader Scholarships
August 20, 2020Enrolled in Engineering and Science, they have diverse interests from dance and theatre to robotics and competitive swimming.
Wellness director to bring Western to ‘leading edge’ of student supports
August 18, 2020Wellness director to bring Western to ‘leading edge’ of student supports.
Feds fund innovative Western research
August 14, 2020Six Western faculties and schools will share almost $3.6 million from the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s John R. Evans Leaders Fund.
New Parr Centre for Thriving at Western bolsters proactive support for student mental health
August 11, 2020A $9.2-million gift from Jeff and Shelley Parr has helped Western University launch a centre dedicated to student mental health and well-being.
Nicole Kaniki and Bertha Garcia named special advisors on anti-racism
August 06, 2020Dr. Nicole Kaniki and Dr. Bertha Garcia will help Western lay the foundation for a sustained strategy to combat racism on campus.
CIFAR grants awarded for COVID-19 research in child, brain health
July 28, 2020Daniel Ansari, Adrian Owen awarded Manulife CIFAR Population Health and Wellbeing grants to study the long-term health effects of COVID-19.
$2.5M Gray family donation supports aging and mobility research
July 28, 2020A gift from William and Lynne Gray has created a first-in-Canada research chair in mobility and aging.
Engineering researchers receive COVID-related grants
July 24, 2020Two Western researchers have received funding for partnership research projects to help understand and prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Four new Canada Research Chairs for Western, two renewed
July 24, 2020Two chairs, in business sustainability and neuroscience, have been renewed.
Kelly Cole named President/CEO of Sunnybrook Foundation
July 14, 2020Kelly Cole, Vice-President fostered the growth of the university’s collaborative fundraising programs and alumni engagement initiatives.
Mark Daley named CIFAR Vice-President (Research)
July 09, 2020Mark Daley, Western’s Special Advisor to the President on Data Strategy, has been appointed Vice-President (Research) for the CIFAR.
Western exploring new London partnerships as Continuing Studies returns to Main Campus
July 06, 2020Western Continuing Studies will relocate from Citi Plaza to Main Campus in Fall 2021, as the university continues to explore local partnerships.
Cheryl Forchuk, Jeremy McNeil earn 2020 Hellmuth Prizes
July 02, 2020Nursing professor Cheryl Forchuk and Biology professor Jeremy McNeil have been awarded the 2020 Hellmuth Prize for Achievement in Research.
Western creates new leadership role, advisory council to chart a path forward for anti-racism
June 22, 2020Western will create a new leadership role and an advisory council that will guide university-wide efforts to develop a sustained strategy for ...
Western creates new leadership role, advisory council to chart a path forward for anti-racism
June 22, 2020Western will create a new leadership role and an advisory council that will guide university-wide efforts to develop a sustained strategy for ...
Trio of PhD candidates named Vanier Scholars
June 19, 2020Three Western PhD candidates – all from the social sciences and humanities competition – have been named among 166 nationwide ...
Banting Fellowship puts postdoc’s work in motion
June 19, 2020BrainsCAN postdoctoral scholar Jonathan Michaels was awarded a Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship to continue his work around brain activity during ...
Western signs climate charter; sustainability work continues
June 18, 2020Western has joined more than a dozen research-intensive Canadian universities to battle climate change through sustainable investing – part ...
Stephen Poloz named Chair of Lawrence Centre Advisory Council
June 15, 2020A trio of Western alumni, including the former head of the nation’s central bank, have been named to guide the university’s top ...
New office elevates Indigenous presence across campus
June 12, 2020Western efforts to bring Indigenous voices to the leadership table and an Indigenous presence to all levels of work, study and research across ...
Western moves up in QS World University Rankings
June 12, 2020Western researchers were top in Canada for research output for the second year in a row, according to the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World ...
Western partners with Bell on 5G research initiative
June 11, 2020To accelerate 5G innovation in Canada, Western has partnered with Bell Canada to turn the campus into a ‘living lab’ that will help ...
President's Anti-Racism Working Group
June 08, 2020President Alan Shepard's update on the final report of the Anti-Racism Working Group that began its work in January.
President Alan Shepard’s Address to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance
June 08, 2020On Tuesday, June 2, 2020, Western President Alan Shepard presented to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance. The session focussed on ...
Update on return to campus timeline
June 05, 2020President Shepard updates faculty and staff on a phased return to campus.
Labatt family gift supports nursing education and research
May 13, 2020Research, community involvement and technology at the heart of $5-million gift to Western from Arthur and Sonia Labatt.
University investment pushes pandemic research forward
May 13, 2020Western-led research aiding humanity and recovery efforts during disease outbreaks boosted thanks to university support.
Discovery Grants back 75 Western research projects
May 07, 2020Seventy-five university research projects across seven faculties received more than $13.8 million in NSERC Discovery Grants.
Western names Lesley Rigg as Vice-President
April 27, 2020Internationally recognized academic leader Lesley Rigg joins Western as Vice-President (Research) August 1, 2020.
Western ranked among world’s top universities
April 23, 2020Western stands firmly among the world’s top universities in its commitment to social and economic impact, according to THE Impact Rankings.
Western researchers earn SSHRC Insight Grants
April 22, 2020Twenty Western researchers across six faculties received more than $2.7 million in funding.
CIHR awards $1M to study treatment for first responders with PTSD
April 21, 2020A study co-led by researchers at Western and McMaster on a new approach to treat public safety personnel with PTSD receives close to $1 million.
Summer program opens research up to undergrads
April 21, 2020Initiative helping undergraduates gain experience and summer jobs during COVID-19 crisis driving strategic priority forward.
Network rallies research to combat pandemic
April 13, 2020Experiment launched to meet challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic hoped to resonate long after crisis passes.
Musicologist Grier named Guggenheim Fellow
April 13, 2020Western musicologist James Grier awarded Guggenheim Fellowship as one of seven Canadians among prestigious recipient list.
El Naggar, MacDermid earn top scholar honours
April 08, 2020Engineering professor Hesham El Naggar and Health Sciences professor Joy MacDermid receive Distinguished University Professorships.
Western fund to support pandemic research
April 02, 2020New $1-million catalyst fund to support university research efforts focused on resilience and recovery from disease outbreaks.
Advanced Manufacturing pivots to face shields
March 29, 2020Western teams across campus are supporting production of low-cost, substantively effective medical face shields for use in hospitals.
Conflict zone tech deploys to COVID-19 front lines
March 24, 2020Applying lessons learned in war zones half a world away, Dr. Tarek Loubani is helping front-line health-care workers at home combat COVID-19.
Federal funding backs Western COVID-19 research
March 20, 2020Western researchers receive $998,840 toward establishing and testing an effective vaccine for SARS-CoV-2 – the virus behind COVID-19.
Western University researchers begin work on COVID-19 vaccine
March 19, 2020A multidisciplinary team of Western University joining global research effort to develop vaccine.
Researcher ‘optimistic’ as crisis hits close to home
March 19, 2020COVID-19 pandemic causes professional and personal worlds of Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Saverio Stranges to collide.
Med students unite to aid health-care colleagues
March 18, 2020Medical students rally to support local communities and health-care colleagues during COVID-19 pandemic.
University rallies to move courses online
March 17, 2020As hundreds of courses go online this week, the university community is embracing a brave new world of e-teaching.
Student team delivers during COVID-19 crisis
March 16, 2020Western students set up a grocery shop-and-delivery service for at-risk Londoners during COVID-19 pandemic.
Eight faculty honoured for teaching excellence
March 12, 2020Eight exceptional faculty members awarded Western’s highest honours for excellence in teaching, leading, and inspiring their students.
President’s statement on COVID-19 effort
March 12, 2020Western classes move online March 18 in response to the evolving COVID-19 situation.
President’s statement on COVID-19 effort
March 11, 2020Western cancels future university-sanctioned international travel for all students until June 1, 2020.
Seven Western programs among global elite
March 04, 2020Four Western subjects stand among the Top 50 programs in the world, according to the 2020 QS World University Rankings.
Baron named to head Western International efforts
February 20, 2020Career international education advocate Britta Baron named Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President (International).
Zecevic named 3M National Teaching Fellow
February 20, 2020Health Studies professor Aleksandra Zecevic honoured with top award for leadership in teaching.
Althea Blackburn-Evans named Chief Communications Officer
February 19, 2020Althea Blackburn-Evans has been named Western’s first-ever Chief Communications Officer in a reorganized communications portfolio.
Western unveils $619K in support of United Way
February 05, 2020The Western community raises $619,475 for United Way Elgin Middlesex, providing support and access to vital local services.
President makes Budget 2020 pitch for universities
February 04, 2020Budget 2020 offers the federal government and universities a unique opportunity to elevate Canada’s place on the world stage.
Listening sessions set for Anti-Racism Working Group
January 30, 2020Campus community given opportunity to offer input into the university’s anti-racism efforts through a series of listening sessions.
Honouring the Victims of Flight PS752
January 14, 2020Western University mourns loss of four graduate students who lost their lives on Flight PS752.
Vigil honours students lost in Flight PS752
January 08, 2020The Western and London community gathered in a sombre memorial to mourn deaths of four Western students aboard Flight PS752.
Psychologist Gerstein, former Chancellor, dies
January 08, 2020Reva Appleby Gerstein, LLD’72, the ground-breaking psychologist who served as Western’s first woman Chancellor, died at age 102.
Alumni named among Order of Canada recipients
January 06, 2020Five Western alumni are among 120 newly named appointments to the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest honours.
Announcement: New Dean Chosen for Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
January 06, 2020Internationally renowned surgeon Dr. John Yoo will take the helm of Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry May 1.
Western mourns passing of Richard M. Ivey
December 31, 2019Richard M. Ivey, HBA’47, LLD’79, the renowned philanthropist and education advocate who helped elevate Western and its business school ...
Celebrating the year that was 2019
December 12, 2019Today, we offer you the 10th annual Western News Newsmakers of the Year – a celebration of some of the people, places and things that shaped ...
Regional imaging excellence at heart of partnership
December 10, 2019A new partnership between Western, London hospitals and a medical technology pioneer will make southwestern Ontario a “global ...
Liao named among 2021 Schwarzman Scholars
December 09, 2019Cynthia Liao, HBA’14, was recently named a Schwarzman Scholar, one of 145 young leaders to receive this distinguished scholarship to pursue ...
Remember 30: The École Polytechnique Massacre
December 05, 2019It stands among the darkest days in Canadian history. On Dec. 6, 1989, 14 women were murdered at École Polytechnique de Montréal in what ...
Alumnae named among Canada’s Most Powerful
November 27, 2019Eleven Western alumnae have been named recipients of the 2019 Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award, the Women’s Executive ...
Hickey named among Rhodes Scholars
November 27, 2019Patrick Hickey, HBA’19, has been named a recipient of the Rhodes Scholarship, one of only 11 Canadian students to earn the esteemed award ...
Western, RBC team up on data analytics, AI
November 21, 2019The next generation of leaders will be better armed against unprecedented technical transformation thanks to a new partnership between Western and ...
Brunette-Debassige, White earn Atlohsa Awards
November 04, 2019Western community members Candace Brunette-Debassige and Jerry White were named among seven honourees earning Atlohsa Peace Awards for their ...
President strikes group to target racism on campus
October 31, 2019In the wake of recent incidents over the past week, Western’s President is launching a working group to better understand and target issues ...
Thompson Centre launch to further Engineering education
October 28, 2019In support of furthering great ideas, Western recently announced the launch of the John M. Thompson Centre for Engineering Leadership and Innovation
First dual ceremony welcomes Shepard, Hasenfratz
October 22, 2019On Tuesday, Western hosted the simultaneous installation of a president and a chancellor, outside the confines of Convocation and situated within ...
Hasenfratz: Love finding ways to connect
October 22, 2019On Oct. 22, Chancellor Linda Hasenfratz, BSc’89, MBA’97, LLD’19, and President Alan Shepard were installed into their respective ...
Shepard: Meet challenges of future together
October 22, 2019On Oct. 22, President Alan Shepard and Chancellor Linda Hasenfratz, BSc’89, MBA’97, LLD’19, were installed into their respective ...
Hunter earns Vanguard for innovation, patience
October 21, 2019Chemistry professor emeritus Duncan Hunter – a researcher who “exemplifies what it means to be an innovator” – has been ...
Hasenfratz brings fire to Chancellor role
October 18, 2019I’m still in the heart of it.” Western Chancellor Linda Hasenfratz embraces the challenge of serving in the key position while still ...
Alumnus Malloy installed as King’s Principal
October 18, 2019This week, the Western community welcomed David Cruise Malloy, BA’83 (Physical Education), MA’86, as the ninth Principal at ...
Western alumni, students among 20 20s list
October 16, 2019The Western community was well-represented among the city’s outstanding young professionals as numerous students and alumni were named to ...
Awards honour excellence among us
October 10, 2019Demonstrating dedication from faculties to research, from libraries to technology, presented here are winners of the 2019 Western Awards of ...
Western Space fueled by passion, expertise
October 07, 2019If you’ve somehow misplaced your awe of the universe, Jan Cami advises you to gaze first at the heavens and then at your hands. Not only is ...
Dozen projects earn funding backing
October 04, 2019It’s the personal mission of Civil and Environmental Engineering professor Martha Dagnew to see the Great Lakes turn blue again, instead of ...
Survey targets opinions on sexual violence policy
October 04, 2019Western is inviting the university community to answer a survey and take part in focus-group sessions as part of community consultations to update ...
Western moves up in Maclean’s rankings
October 03, 2019Western rose one spot from last year, landing at No. 7 in the 2020 Maclean’s University Rankings, released Oct. 3
Kindness key for OCUFA award honoree Irwin
October 02, 2019Health Studies professor Jennifer Irwin has been named one of Ontario’s most outstanding university teachers by the Ontario Confederation of ...
President's Alumni Tour kicks off October 1
October 01, 2019As Alan learns more about the Western story, he is looking forward to meeting you, our ‘purple and proud’ graduates
Mayor: Broughdale response ‘cause for optimism’
September 30, 2019Officials are crediting early and frequent collaboration across the city as a “cause for optimism” related to managing the annual ...
Research ranking places Western tops in Canada
September 26, 2019Western stands atop Canada – and among only a handful of universities around the world – on a list of the fastest-rising institutions ...
Gift advances dentistry education, profession
September 26, 2019Dentalcorp, a partnership of Canada’s largest network of dental clinics, is supporting students and alumni of the Schulich School of ...
Alan Shepard's address to Western's Leaders' Forum
September 19, 2019Alan Shepard, President & Vice-Chancellor, addresses Western's Leaders Forum attendees
Architect named to shape new Indigenous space
September 19, 2019Redquill Architecture, led by Wanda Dalla Costa, a firm that specializes in Indigenous architecture, planning and design, has been enlisted to ...
Alumni take top honours among world’s best
September 17, 2019Research papers by two recent Western graduates – Cynthia Qi and Madelaine Coelho – have been selected as the best in the world in ...
Western elite named among Royal Society Fellows
September 10, 2019Two Western scholars and one professor emerita - Joy MacDermid of Physical Therapy, Ravi Menon of Medical Biophysics, and Ann Chambers of ...
Western emerging generation among New College
September 10, 2019Two Western scholars - Lauren Flynn of Chemical & Biochemical Engineering and Janice Forsyth of Sociology - were named among the newest ...
Fulbright scholar to link synchrotron tech, mining
September 10, 2019Mining has advanced light years beyond the pickaxe and shovel. Just how much farther it can develop is a question Earth Sciences professor Neil ...
Presidents: Postsecondary teamwork key to future
September 10, 2019Co-operation, collaboration and community are key to the future of postsecondary education in – and beyond – London, according to the ...
Daley targets data strategy in new role
September 09, 2019If Western researcher Mark Daley succeeds in his newest role, the Western community will start using data in such a way that will transform the ...
Campus springs back to life as Fall Term begins
September 03, 2019Western grew exponentially in just a matter of days as the university welcomed approximately 31,000 students to campus as the 2019 Fall Term begins
Program leads 10,000 kids to active living
August 30, 2019A Western-led program recently reached a milestone by having helped more than 10,000 London kids become physically active. The ACT-i-Pass program ...
Study turns attention to rural homelessness
August 30, 2019Homeless individuals in rural areas are offered few options when it comes to assistance in their communities, frequently forcing them into urban ...
Med school admission changes open new doors
August 26, 2019When Gabby Schoettle was 8 years old, her mother died of metastatic breast cancer. Soon afterward, her father became ill and was unable to work. ...
University’s role in society at heart of new course
August 19, 2019If you think the debate over the role of higher education is new, think again. You’ll need to look deeper than today’s headlines for ...
Brown, Israels named among Schulich Leaders
August 19, 2019Liam Israels and Katie Brown, two of the nation’s highest achieving secondary students, will begin their undergraduate studies at Western ...
Six Western projects earn CFI backing
August 12, 2019From hearing loss and brain activity, to cancer and joints, to sustainable energy and social cues, six Western-led projects, involving 10 ...
Programs showcase grad student skills to employers
August 12, 2019A pair of new programs look to play matchmaker between Western graduate students and employers who may offer an alternative career path outside ...
Two alumni win award as top Canadian immigrants
July 21, 2019A senior official with the Toronto Stock Exchange and an up-and-coming real estate lawyer – both community-driven Western alumni – ...
Democracy project heads SSHRC recipients
July 17, 2019Political Science professor Laura Stephenson’s C-Dem project headed a list of 97 Western projects and research areas which will collectively ...
CIHR Project Grants back 10 Western-led projects
July 17, 2019Health researchers at Western were awarded more than $8 million in funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) in the latest ...
Prichard ready to ‘set the table’ for success
July 17, 2019One year. That is how long Acting Vice-President (Research) Sarah Prichard has to “set the table” for a permanent research leader
Western Pride celebrates identity, inclusion
July 15, 2019Western Pride launched its 2019 celebrations with a mix of rainbows and sunshine. A flag-raising ceremony took place Monday to begin two weeks of ...
Western welcomes admissions counselors
July 09, 2019This week, the Western campus plays host to more than 1,500 members of the International Association of College Admission Counseling for their ...
Western names Dr. Alan Shepard as 11th President and Vice-Chancellor
November 29, 2018Dr. Alan Shepard, one of the country’s most innovative postsecondary leaders, will become the 11th President and Vice-Chancellor of Western ...
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