Tomorrow is my last day at Western. After a combined decade of service to the university, I am proud of what so many at Western have accomplished in such a short time, and optimistic for the future. All of us are fortunate to have the roles we have. We ar …
Month: January 2013
Program looks to build a safer implant
While more than 120,000 Canadians have pacemakers – and an estimated 25,000 new ones are implanted each year – these patients are unknowingly putting themselves at risk of a lower standard of care down the road.
Calling all faculty authors
Western faculty members are invited to participate in the annual Faculty Authors’ Reception 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, April 3 at The Book Store at Western, University Community Centre.
Still time to get tickets for Western Family Hockey Festival
All faculty and staff and their families are invited to join President Chakma in cheering on our Mustangs at the Fourth Annual Western Family Hockey Festival, Saturday, January 26, 2013. In addition to free admission to the hockey games at Thompson Recreation &...
Writing – Getting It Going
Struggling with jump starting your academic writing? Register today for the upcoming session for faculty on writing, part of the Faculty Mentor Program.
Staff & Leaders’ Conference registration now open
Western staff can take a few days to Refresh this Reading Week, Feb. 18-22.
Team discovers potential blood test for autistic patients
Results of a recent clinical study by researchers from Western and the University of Arkansas reveal the presence of a unique blood marker, which may further the understanding of possible gut linked environmental contributors to autism.
Henderson, Thomson named Athletes of the Week
Basketball player Quinn Henderson and track athlete Brenna Thomson have been named the Western Mustangs Goodlife Fitness Athletes of the Week for Jan. 28-Feb. 3.
Seminar series brings cancer support to community
Cancer Care Talks launches this week with hopes of providing London with information and strategies for living well with – and beyond – cancer.
Recreation centre returns to normal operations
The Western Student Recreation Centre is now open and fully operational following an earlier closure due to a burst water pipe that flooded part of the facility.
Jordan: Nest removal couldn’t come at a worse time
“NextEra Energy Resources believes providing energy to power our nation should have minimal impact on the environment” or so they claim on their company’s website; however, NextEra Energy removed a tree branch housing an eagle’s nest in Haldimand County Jan. 5. The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) approved NextEra Energy’s request because removing the nest would reduce the risk of eagle mortality.
Winders: Student election offers an opportunity to reengage in process
I never voted in a university student election. Not once.
Brennan: Spin cycle – Armstrong, doping and the lies he told
As a philosopher whose main area of research is ethics, and as a cyclist, I’m saddened, angered and intellectually puzzled by Lance Armstrong’s behaviour and recent confession.
Program looks to build a safer implant
While more than 120,000 Canadians have pacemakers – and an estimated 25,000 new ones are implanted each year – these patients are unknowingly putting themselves at risk of a lower standard of care down the road.
Calling all faculty authors
Western faculty members are invited to participate in the annual Faculty Authors’ Reception 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, April 3 at The Book Store at Western, University Community Centre.
Still time to get tickets for Western Family Hockey Festival
All faculty and staff and their families are invited to join President Chakma in cheering on our Mustangs at the Fourth Annual Western Family Hockey Festival, Saturday, January 26, 2013. In addition to free admission to the hockey games at Thompson Recreation &...
Writing – Getting It Going
Struggling with jump starting your academic writing? Register today for the upcoming session for faculty on writing, part of the Faculty Mentor Program.
Staff & Leaders’ Conference registration now open
Western staff can take a few days to Refresh this Reading Week, Feb. 18-22.
Team discovers potential blood test for autistic patients
Results of a recent clinical study by researchers from Western and the University of Arkansas reveal the presence of a unique blood marker, which may further the understanding of possible gut linked environmental contributors to autism.
Henderson, Thomson named Athletes of the Week
Basketball player Quinn Henderson and track athlete Brenna Thomson have been named the Western Mustangs Goodlife Fitness Athletes of the Week for Jan. 28-Feb. 3.
Seminar series brings cancer support to community
Cancer Care Talks launches this week with hopes of providing London with information and strategies for living well with – and beyond – cancer.
Recreation centre returns to normal operations
The Western Student Recreation Centre is now open and fully operational following an earlier closure due to a burst water pipe that flooded part of the facility.
Jordan: Nest removal couldn’t come at a worse time
“NextEra Energy Resources believes providing energy to power our nation should have minimal impact on the environment” or so they claim on their company’s website; however, NextEra Energy removed a tree branch housing an eagle’s nest in Haldimand County Jan. 5. The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) approved NextEra Energy’s request because removing the nest would reduce the risk of eagle mortality.
Winders: Student election offers an opportunity to reengage in process
I never voted in a university student election. Not once.
Brennan: Spin cycle – Armstrong, doping and the lies he told
As a philosopher whose main area of research is ethics, and as a cyclist, I’m saddened, angered and intellectually puzzled by Lance Armstrong’s behaviour and recent confession.