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Month: June 2009

Human trials approval sought for AIDS vaccine

Human trials approval sought for AIDS vaccine

An HIV/AIDS vaccine developed at The University of Western Ontario is set for the first phase of human trials.   Sumagen Canada today announced it has submitted an Investigational New Drug application to the United States Food and Drug Administration to  …

Board ratifies 18-month PMA contract

Board ratifies 18-month PMA contract

The new 18-month contract for Professional and Managerial
Association (PMA)-eligible employees has been ratified by The
University of Western Ontario Board of Governors.

New chair to tackle nursing shortages

New chair to tackle nursing shortages

Professor Heather Laschinger is hoping through her research nurses
will begin to see a healthier work environment, leading to less
stress and fewer nurses leaving the profession.

Chakma begins five-year term on July 1

Chakma begins five-year term on July 1

Taking over the reins of one of Canada’s largest research-intensive
universities requires a plan and the newly minted University of
Western Ontario President Amit Chakma has many.

Summer hours for McIntosh Gallery

Summer hours for McIntosh Gallery

Western’s McIntosh Gallery begins its new summer hours Thursday
(July 2) – open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed weekends
and holidays.

Western joins OAS Consortium of Universities

Western joins OAS Consortium of Universities

The University of Western Ontario signed a cooperation agreement
last week in Washington, D.C., joining the Organization of American
States (OAS) Consortium of Universities.

New Horizons Band Baltic bound

New Horizons Band Baltic bound

Countries around the Baltic Sea are the next musical horizon for an
adult concert band from London with strong ties to Western.

In Memoriam – June Denomy

In Memoriam – June Denomy

The University of Western Ontario community remembers former Food
Services staff member June Denomy, who died June 20 at the age of
83.

What makes an exceptional occupational therapist?

What makes an exceptional occupational therapist?

A pioneer of occupational therapy, former University of Western
Ontario professor Barbara Sexton was an exceptional practitioner
who can provide inspiration for graduating students, says
occupational therapist Elizabeth McKay.

Ticats fever invades Western

Ticats fever invades Western

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have planted their flag in London,
announcing several new initiatives in the community – and some that
involve The University of Western Ontario.

Researchers partner with First Nations community

Researchers partner with First Nations community

A Memorandum of Understanding between Walpole Island First Nation
(WIFN) and The University of Western Ontario has established a
policy for all Western researchers who are currently working on
collaborative research projects with the WIFN Health Centre, and
Heritage Centre, as well as for those university faculty members
who are interested in future community-based research.

Board ratifies 18-month PMA contract

Board ratifies 18-month PMA contract

The new 18-month contract for Professional and Managerial
Association (PMA)-eligible employees has been ratified by The
University of Western Ontario Board of Governors.

New chair to tackle nursing shortages

New chair to tackle nursing shortages

Professor Heather Laschinger is hoping through her research nurses
will begin to see a healthier work environment, leading to less
stress and fewer nurses leaving the profession.

Chakma begins five-year term on July 1

Chakma begins five-year term on July 1

Taking over the reins of one of Canada’s largest research-intensive
universities requires a plan and the newly minted University of
Western Ontario President Amit Chakma has many.

Summer hours for McIntosh Gallery

Summer hours for McIntosh Gallery

Western’s McIntosh Gallery begins its new summer hours Thursday
(July 2) – open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed weekends
and holidays.

Western joins OAS Consortium of Universities

Western joins OAS Consortium of Universities

The University of Western Ontario signed a cooperation agreement
last week in Washington, D.C., joining the Organization of American
States (OAS) Consortium of Universities.

New Horizons Band Baltic bound

New Horizons Band Baltic bound

Countries around the Baltic Sea are the next musical horizon for an
adult concert band from London with strong ties to Western.

In Memoriam – June Denomy

In Memoriam – June Denomy

The University of Western Ontario community remembers former Food
Services staff member June Denomy, who died June 20 at the age of
83.

What makes an exceptional occupational therapist?

What makes an exceptional occupational therapist?

A pioneer of occupational therapy, former University of Western
Ontario professor Barbara Sexton was an exceptional practitioner
who can provide inspiration for graduating students, says
occupational therapist Elizabeth McKay.

Ticats fever invades Western

Ticats fever invades Western

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have planted their flag in London,
announcing several new initiatives in the community – and some that
involve The University of Western Ontario.

Researchers partner with First Nations community

Researchers partner with First Nations community

A Memorandum of Understanding between Walpole Island First Nation
(WIFN) and The University of Western Ontario has established a
policy for all Western researchers who are currently working on
collaborative research projects with the WIFN Health Centre, and
Heritage Centre, as well as for those university faculty members
who are interested in future community-based research.