Western Law students Ben Reingold and Charlie Pettypiece won the Fox Intellectual Property Cup held at the Federal Court in Toronto on Feb. 17-18. The pair now represent Canada at the international Oxford Intellectual Property Moot in England in March 2013 …
Month: February 2012
Western rolls out new branding
In some ways, it’s back to the future for Western University.
Today, Western rolled out a new visual identity – and with it a ‘new’ name – top administrators say will project a more unified brand as well as better position the university on the global stage.
Wilkinson honoured with Intellectual Freedom award
Western Law professor Margaret Ann Wilkinson has been awarded the Ontario Library Association’s Les Fowlie Intellectual Freedom Award.
Winders: A slightly less instant reaction to instant reactions
Admittedly, things weren’t that bad at Western last week. But university administrators did get an earful when the institution rolled out its new branding – some positive, some constructive, some predictably over-the-top.
Branding letters
Here’s a sampling of some of the reactions – the good, the bad and the downright silly – to Western University’s new branding (Meet the New U., Jan. 26).
Searle: Invest in tomorrow’s London today
Each year, more than 6,000 first-year students arrive at Western and quickly develop their first impression of London. And while the student population may receive a negative image during certain times of the year, the same can be said about London from a student perspective.
Copyright deal struck
Following months of deliberation, Western University and the University of Toronto announced Monday they have reached an agreement with Access Copyright, a not-for-profit organization representing copyright owners whose work is used for academic activities such as course packs, classroom teaching and administrative work on campus.
Pushing a community solution to mental health
There is no question in Gitta Kulczycki’s mind about what comes first.
Western names Award of Excellence winners
Western University defines excellence in many ways, but with one award – the Western Award of Excellence. This year’s seven top staff members will be honoured at a special ceremony on Feb. 16.
MPPs preach context in discussing tuition grant
It’s just one part of a bigger plan to make post-secondary education accessible to all. The Liberals’ new tuition grant, that is.
Die Fledermaus flies into Western
Die Fledermaus (The Bat) will fly thanks, in part, to 34 instrumentalists and a whole lot of preparation.
Western professor explores anti-cancer therapy
New findings discovered by an international research team, which includes a professor from Western University, may lead to a safe and effective anti-cancer therapy.
Ignite registration launches
Registration is now open for Ignite, the 2012 Western Staff and Leaders’ Conference, Feb. 22-23.
Western rolls out new branding
In some ways, it’s back to the future for Western University.
Today, Western rolled out a new visual identity – and with it a ‘new’ name – top administrators say will project a more unified brand as well as better position the university on the global stage.
Wilkinson honoured with Intellectual Freedom award
Western Law professor Margaret Ann Wilkinson has been awarded the Ontario Library Association’s Les Fowlie Intellectual Freedom Award.
Winders: A slightly less instant reaction to instant reactions
Admittedly, things weren’t that bad at Western last week. But university administrators did get an earful when the institution rolled out its new branding – some positive, some constructive, some predictably over-the-top.
Branding letters
Here’s a sampling of some of the reactions – the good, the bad and the downright silly – to Western University’s new branding (Meet the New U., Jan. 26).
Searle: Invest in tomorrow’s London today
Each year, more than 6,000 first-year students arrive at Western and quickly develop their first impression of London. And while the student population may receive a negative image during certain times of the year, the same can be said about London from a student perspective.
Copyright deal struck
Following months of deliberation, Western University and the University of Toronto announced Monday they have reached an agreement with Access Copyright, a not-for-profit organization representing copyright owners whose work is used for academic activities such as course packs, classroom teaching and administrative work on campus.
Pushing a community solution to mental health
There is no question in Gitta Kulczycki’s mind about what comes first.
Western names Award of Excellence winners
Western University defines excellence in many ways, but with one award – the Western Award of Excellence. This year’s seven top staff members will be honoured at a special ceremony on Feb. 16.
MPPs preach context in discussing tuition grant
It’s just one part of a bigger plan to make post-secondary education accessible to all. The Liberals’ new tuition grant, that is.
Die Fledermaus flies into Western
Die Fledermaus (The Bat) will fly thanks, in part, to 34 instrumentalists and a whole lot of preparation.
Western professor explores anti-cancer therapy
New findings discovered by an international research team, which includes a professor from Western University, may lead to a safe and effective anti-cancer therapy.
Ignite registration launches
Registration is now open for Ignite, the 2012 Western Staff and Leaders’ Conference, Feb. 22-23.