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Month: May 2011

Heat alert issued

Heat alert issued

The London-Middlesex Health Unit has issued a heat alert for today warning the forecast high of 32 degrees C, combined with very high humidity, will likely create humidex values making the temperature feel like 41 degrees. Last year’s first heat alert was  …

You are where you live

You are where you live

Believing geography matters significantly to the health of Canada’s next generation, researchers at The University of Western Ontario are using innovative technology to measure and monitor the physical activities of 1,200 children in 60 elementary schools across Southwestern Ontario.

Frogbox founder joins Ivey CSR Day

Frogbox founder joins Ivey CSR Day

Doug Burgoyne’s successful pitch on Dragon’s Den not only provided the investment his moving business needed, it also demonstrated environmentally friendly products can be convenient and affordable. As part of the Richard Ivey School of Business’ 2011 Corporate Social Responsibility Day, the president and founder of Frogbox will share the lessons of his journey at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 1 in Ivey Room 1R40, Main Floor.

Counterfeit cheque scam

Counterfeit cheque scam

The London Police Service, in conjunction with Campus Community Police Service at The University of Western Ontario, is warning the public about a pervasive counterfeit cheque scam.

Field notes: Doctors drawn to build epilepsy program in Peru

LIMA, Peru – He is a neurologist in Canada’s largest epilepsy program, and yet Dr. Jorge Burneo comes from a country with no specialized medical help, and a higher-than-average incidence for this serious neurological disorder. “I’m from Peru, so of course, I feel an obligation to help,” he says.

Western honoured for Reserve Force support

Western honoured for Reserve Force support

The University of Western Ontario will receive the National Award for Most Supportive Employer in Canada for support to Canada’s Reserve Force at a ceremony June 1 in Ottawa.

University faces mental health ‘crisis’

University faces mental health ‘crisis’

Keeping ahead of the surging tide of students with mental health issues is an ongoing struggle, and one counselors and support services employees at The University of Western Ontario do not see quelling anytime soon.

Internet anonymity reduces mental health stigma

Mental illness continues to carry a stigma that is as glaring as a neon sign, leading many young people to seek advice through the anonymity of the Internet, according to a recent study.

Campus Digest

Light the fire within: Successful professors are able to light a fire under students that sets them blazing as lifelong learners says Spring Perspectives on Teaching conference keynote speaker Timothy Pychyl. An associate professor of psychology at Carleton University...

Brescia OK’s plans for new residence

At a meeting on March 31, the Brescia Council of Trustees gave financial approval for the residence construction – an approximately $30 million project – to break ground in early 2012, with planned occupancy by September 2013.

New senior position targets internationalization

New senior position targets internationalization

As The University of Western Ontario embraces some ambitious goals for attracting more international students, university Senate recently approved the creation of a new senior administration position to focus solely on implementing this stronger international presence on campus.

Boys left out of body image conversation

Starting high school can be a rough time, never mind the difficulties some boys face in ‘fitting in physically’ with their male counterparts. The social code and attitudes of what it means to ‘be a man’ can leave some boys on the sidelines when it comes to health education.

You are where you live

You are where you live

Believing geography matters significantly to the health of Canada’s next generation, researchers at The University of Western Ontario are using innovative technology to measure and monitor the physical activities of 1,200 children in 60 elementary schools across Southwestern Ontario.

Frogbox founder joins Ivey CSR Day

Frogbox founder joins Ivey CSR Day

Doug Burgoyne’s successful pitch on Dragon’s Den not only provided the investment his moving business needed, it also demonstrated environmentally friendly products can be convenient and affordable. As part of the Richard Ivey School of Business’ 2011 Corporate Social Responsibility Day, the president and founder of Frogbox will share the lessons of his journey at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 1 in Ivey Room 1R40, Main Floor.

Counterfeit cheque scam

Counterfeit cheque scam

The London Police Service, in conjunction with Campus Community Police Service at The University of Western Ontario, is warning the public about a pervasive counterfeit cheque scam.

Field notes: Doctors drawn to build epilepsy program in Peru

LIMA, Peru – He is a neurologist in Canada’s largest epilepsy program, and yet Dr. Jorge Burneo comes from a country with no specialized medical help, and a higher-than-average incidence for this serious neurological disorder. “I’m from Peru, so of course, I feel an obligation to help,” he says.

Western honoured for Reserve Force support

Western honoured for Reserve Force support

The University of Western Ontario will receive the National Award for Most Supportive Employer in Canada for support to Canada’s Reserve Force at a ceremony June 1 in Ottawa.

University faces mental health ‘crisis’

University faces mental health ‘crisis’

Keeping ahead of the surging tide of students with mental health issues is an ongoing struggle, and one counselors and support services employees at The University of Western Ontario do not see quelling anytime soon.

Internet anonymity reduces mental health stigma

Mental illness continues to carry a stigma that is as glaring as a neon sign, leading many young people to seek advice through the anonymity of the Internet, according to a recent study.

Campus Digest

Light the fire within: Successful professors are able to light a fire under students that sets them blazing as lifelong learners says Spring Perspectives on Teaching conference keynote speaker Timothy Pychyl. An associate professor of psychology at Carleton University...

Brescia OK’s plans for new residence

At a meeting on March 31, the Brescia Council of Trustees gave financial approval for the residence construction – an approximately $30 million project – to break ground in early 2012, with planned occupancy by September 2013.

New senior position targets internationalization

New senior position targets internationalization

As The University of Western Ontario embraces some ambitious goals for attracting more international students, university Senate recently approved the creation of a new senior administration position to focus solely on implementing this stronger international presence on campus.

Boys left out of body image conversation

Starting high school can be a rough time, never mind the difficulties some boys face in ‘fitting in physically’ with their male counterparts. The social code and attitudes of what it means to ‘be a man’ can leave some boys on the sidelines when it comes to health education.