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Year: 2011

Million-dollar gift enriches lives in Africa

Thanks to a $1.06-million gift, The University of Western Ontario will expand its community-driven Western Heads East program that provides disease-fighting probiotic yogurt to people living with HIV/AIDS in Africa. Western Heads East, started in 2003 by  …

Campus Digest, Dec. 1

Campus Digest, Dec. 1

New expense directives start Under the new Procurement and Expenses Directives, the provincial government has established policies for all broader public sector organizations, including The University of Western Ontario. Outlined mandatory changes, effective Jan. 1,...

Memorial service set for student

Memorial service set for student

The University of Western Ontario community is mourning the death of Eilidh (Hailey) Maelyn MacIntyre, 19, a second-year Faculty of Arts and Humanities student.

Stephenson named to power list

Stephenson named to power list

Carol Stephenson, Richard Ivey School of Business dean, has been named a recipient of the 2011 Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 award in the Corporate Directors category.

A ‘Vision’ for World AIDS Day 2011

A ‘Vision’ for World AIDS Day 2011

A number of awareness and fundraising campaigns have been planned as The University of Western Ontario prepares to commemorate World AIDS Day 2011 on Thursday, Dec. 1.

Finding your ‘RealAge’ with Dr. Roizen

Finding your ‘RealAge’ with Dr. Roizen

The University of Western Ontario welcomes acclaimed physician Dr. Michael Roizen to the Best Western Lamplighter Inn and Conference Centre Dec. 1 (7 p.m.)

Western prepares educators with new mental health program

Western prepares educators with new mental health program

Thanks to the generosity of a former graduate student and elementary school teacher, Walter M. Lobb, The University of Western Ontario’s Faculty of Education has developed a new mental health program and scholarship fund to address the needs of teachers who deal with students’ mental health issues every day.

Varga named CIS Rookie of the Year

Varga named CIS Rookie of the Year

Western Mustangs running back Tyler Varga was named Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) Rookie of the Year, while four of his teammates earned All-Canadian honours, as the CIS announced its major award winners prior to the 47th Vanier Cup final.

World premiere with a global flavour

Omar Daniel likes to write piano pieces for himself. Often he works on them as a diversion while creating a bigger work. The Don Wright Faculty of Music composer says the shorter works give him a fresh perspective.

Campus Digest, Dec. 1

Campus Digest, Dec. 1

New expense directives start Under the new Procurement and Expenses Directives, the provincial government has established policies for all broader public sector organizations, including The University of Western Ontario. Outlined mandatory changes, effective Jan. 1,...

Memorial service set for student

Memorial service set for student

The University of Western Ontario community is mourning the death of Eilidh (Hailey) Maelyn MacIntyre, 19, a second-year Faculty of Arts and Humanities student.

Stephenson named to power list

Stephenson named to power list

Carol Stephenson, Richard Ivey School of Business dean, has been named a recipient of the 2011 Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 award in the Corporate Directors category.

A ‘Vision’ for World AIDS Day 2011

A ‘Vision’ for World AIDS Day 2011

A number of awareness and fundraising campaigns have been planned as The University of Western Ontario prepares to commemorate World AIDS Day 2011 on Thursday, Dec. 1.

Finding your ‘RealAge’ with Dr. Roizen

Finding your ‘RealAge’ with Dr. Roizen

The University of Western Ontario welcomes acclaimed physician Dr. Michael Roizen to the Best Western Lamplighter Inn and Conference Centre Dec. 1 (7 p.m.)

Western prepares educators with new mental health program

Western prepares educators with new mental health program

Thanks to the generosity of a former graduate student and elementary school teacher, Walter M. Lobb, The University of Western Ontario’s Faculty of Education has developed a new mental health program and scholarship fund to address the needs of teachers who deal with students’ mental health issues every day.

Varga named CIS Rookie of the Year

Varga named CIS Rookie of the Year

Western Mustangs running back Tyler Varga was named Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) Rookie of the Year, while four of his teammates earned All-Canadian honours, as the CIS announced its major award winners prior to the 47th Vanier Cup final.

World premiere with a global flavour

Omar Daniel likes to write piano pieces for himself. Often he works on them as a diversion while creating a bigger work. The Don Wright Faculty of Music composer says the shorter works give him a fresh perspective.