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Month: July 2013
Music strikes up major renovations, construction
The first notes of a construction symphony have sounded as the Don Wright Faculty of Music prepares for major renovations and construction involving its two main buildings – Talbot College and the Music Building.
University seeks feedback on Strategic Plan draft
Faculty, staff and students with a valid Western username and password can access Going Global: Achieving Excellence on the World Stage by clicking here. Deadline to submit comments on the draft is Friday, Sept. 20.
Tomorrow’s business leaders to experience Western
In August, 50 high school students will get a taste of the Ivey School of Business student experience as HBA Recruitment hosts two groups of high-achieving students through the Leadership Education And Development (LEAD) Global and ShadPlus programs.
PhD candidate joins record-breaking lake swim (UPDATED)
Four and a half days after setting off on a record-breaking effort to swim the length of Lake Ontario, a Western PhD candidate and her teammates have called off the pursuit.
Researchers explore childhood development and sleep patterns
Be it the stress of poor work-life balance and everyday living or the seemingly endless stream of technological advancement unleashed globally on a daily basis, sleep patterns have become neglected for some and nightmarish for others over the past 20 years. And it’s not adults but children that are most likely to be affected.
Yusuf awarded Taylor International Prize in Medicine
Dr. Salim Yusuf, an internationally renowned cardiologist and epidemiologist, has been awarded the 2013 J. Allyn Taylor International Prize in Medicine.
Chinese universities on campus to explore new partnerships
Early this week, Western welcomes two Chinese universities to campus in hopes of exploring broader partnerships.
New facilities, new opportunities at Hospitality job fair
New facilities mean new opportunities for those seeking part-time employment as Hospitality Services hosts its annual Job Fair 9-11:30 a.m. and 12-3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7 in Room 100, London Hall (1140 Western Road, near Sarnia Road).
Western remains under phishing scam attack
Information Technology Services (ITS) officials are warning members of the Western community to stay alert as the university remains under e-attack this morning.
Western professor suspended following arrest
A Western professor has been suspended following his arrest as part of an ongoing Internet luring investigation.
Communities in Bloom contest eyes Western campus
The Western community sees the beauty of its campus every day. Now, the university has two days to let the rest of the country see it as well.
Study explores fetal alcohol impact at molecular level
While some physicians tell women a small amount of alcohol is OK during pregnancy, Ben Laufer vehemently disputes any such advice – and he has the research to back it up.
Music strikes up major renovations, construction
The first notes of a construction symphony have sounded as the Don Wright Faculty of Music prepares for major renovations and construction involving its two main buildings – Talbot College and the Music Building.
University seeks feedback on Strategic Plan draft
Faculty, staff and students with a valid Western username and password can access Going Global: Achieving Excellence on the World Stage by clicking here. Deadline to submit comments on the draft is Friday, Sept. 20.
Tomorrow’s business leaders to experience Western
In August, 50 high school students will get a taste of the Ivey School of Business student experience as HBA Recruitment hosts two groups of high-achieving students through the Leadership Education And Development (LEAD) Global and ShadPlus programs.
PhD candidate joins record-breaking lake swim (UPDATED)
Four and a half days after setting off on a record-breaking effort to swim the length of Lake Ontario, a Western PhD candidate and her teammates have called off the pursuit.
Researchers explore childhood development and sleep patterns
Be it the stress of poor work-life balance and everyday living or the seemingly endless stream of technological advancement unleashed globally on a daily basis, sleep patterns have become neglected for some and nightmarish for others over the past 20 years. And it’s not adults but children that are most likely to be affected.
Yusuf awarded Taylor International Prize in Medicine
Dr. Salim Yusuf, an internationally renowned cardiologist and epidemiologist, has been awarded the 2013 J. Allyn Taylor International Prize in Medicine.
Chinese universities on campus to explore new partnerships
Early this week, Western welcomes two Chinese universities to campus in hopes of exploring broader partnerships.
New facilities, new opportunities at Hospitality job fair
New facilities mean new opportunities for those seeking part-time employment as Hospitality Services hosts its annual Job Fair 9-11:30 a.m. and 12-3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7 in Room 100, London Hall (1140 Western Road, near Sarnia Road).
Western remains under phishing scam attack
Information Technology Services (ITS) officials are warning members of the Western community to stay alert as the university remains under e-attack this morning.
Western professor suspended following arrest
A Western professor has been suspended following his arrest as part of an ongoing Internet luring investigation.
Communities in Bloom contest eyes Western campus
The Western community sees the beauty of its campus every day. Now, the university has two days to let the rest of the country see it as well.
Study explores fetal alcohol impact at molecular level
While some physicians tell women a small amount of alcohol is OK during pregnancy, Ben Laufer vehemently disputes any such advice – and he has the research to back it up.