The Western Conference on Science Education, a national collaboration on post-secondary issues across disciplines, is coming to The University of Western Ontario July 6-8.This novel conference is the first of a triennial series of national meetings invitin …
Month: June 2011
Summer institute challenges future doctors
Seniors make up the fastest-growing age group, with an estimated 5 million Canadians now 65 years of age or older. And that number is expected to double in the next 25 years.
Ivey case studies available on the iBookstore
One of the world’s leading business case publishers, the Richard Ivey School of Business is the first publisher to make business case studies available on the iBookstore.
Research identifies how cancer cells cheat death
Research led by The University of Western Ontario’s David Litchfield has identified how biochemical pathways can be ‘rewired’ in cancer cells to allow these cells to ignore signals that should normally trigger their death. It’s one way that cancer cells may become resistant to therapy.
Calhoun: Seize the ‘power of one’
Through the “power of one” many great Canadian heroes have been born and the lessons they provide about humility, integrity and grace are ones graduates should draw upon as they face their own challenges, says Ronald Calhoun.
Give at any level: Wolfe
Bernard Wolfe says in order to make the most of their lives, graduates need to continue both their vocational and humanistic education.
First Person Field Notes: Journey into a city where ‘everything matters’
It’s hard to imagine a city with as much history – as much historical influence on the world we live in today – than Washington, D.C. Okay, maybe Rome, Athens, and Cairo come close.
Tentative agreement reached with Physical Plant workers
The University of Western Ontario has reached a tentative agreement with CUPE Local 2361, representing more than 300 employees in the Physical Plant Department at Western.
Stymiest: In-person human interaction important
The energy from those sitting in Alumni Hall was palpable, says Barbara Stymiest, looking around the room at what she described as future politicians, chief economists, social entrepreneurs, academic wunderkinds and leaders of all kinds.
Keep learning and stay optimistic: Naylor
While a challenging and uncertain time, David Naylor also told graduates it is a period of huge promise that will offer wonderful opportunities and great adventures.
Mediation offers good life lessons: Winkler
The ability to be a mediator is a skill that will not only help in law, but can also be used to enrich global culture and the value of a university education, says Ontario Chief Justice Warren Winkler.
Life is a learning journey: Mathur
Mohan Mathur made it clear to Western’s newest graduates that they are standing at the threshold of an important day in their lives, and whenever possible they should have the courage to lead and not follow.
Brazilian research ties announced
OTTAWA – A $200,000 investment announced today by The Sao Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP), University of Toronto and The University of Western Ontario will be used to enhance support for research collaborations between investigators in Brazil and Canada.
Summer institute challenges future doctors
Seniors make up the fastest-growing age group, with an estimated 5 million Canadians now 65 years of age or older. And that number is expected to double in the next 25 years.
Ivey case studies available on the iBookstore
One of the world’s leading business case publishers, the Richard Ivey School of Business is the first publisher to make business case studies available on the iBookstore.
Research identifies how cancer cells cheat death
Research led by The University of Western Ontario’s David Litchfield has identified how biochemical pathways can be ‘rewired’ in cancer cells to allow these cells to ignore signals that should normally trigger their death. It’s one way that cancer cells may become resistant to therapy.
Calhoun: Seize the ‘power of one’
Through the “power of one” many great Canadian heroes have been born and the lessons they provide about humility, integrity and grace are ones graduates should draw upon as they face their own challenges, says Ronald Calhoun.
Give at any level: Wolfe
Bernard Wolfe says in order to make the most of their lives, graduates need to continue both their vocational and humanistic education.
First Person Field Notes: Journey into a city where ‘everything matters’
It’s hard to imagine a city with as much history – as much historical influence on the world we live in today – than Washington, D.C. Okay, maybe Rome, Athens, and Cairo come close.
Tentative agreement reached with Physical Plant workers
The University of Western Ontario has reached a tentative agreement with CUPE Local 2361, representing more than 300 employees in the Physical Plant Department at Western.
Stymiest: In-person human interaction important
The energy from those sitting in Alumni Hall was palpable, says Barbara Stymiest, looking around the room at what she described as future politicians, chief economists, social entrepreneurs, academic wunderkinds and leaders of all kinds.
Keep learning and stay optimistic: Naylor
While a challenging and uncertain time, David Naylor also told graduates it is a period of huge promise that will offer wonderful opportunities and great adventures.
Mediation offers good life lessons: Winkler
The ability to be a mediator is a skill that will not only help in law, but can also be used to enrich global culture and the value of a university education, says Ontario Chief Justice Warren Winkler.
Life is a learning journey: Mathur
Mohan Mathur made it clear to Western’s newest graduates that they are standing at the threshold of an important day in their lives, and whenever possible they should have the courage to lead and not follow.
Brazilian research ties announced
OTTAWA – A $200,000 investment announced today by The Sao Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP), University of Toronto and The University of Western Ontario will be used to enhance support for research collaborations between investigators in Brazil and Canada.