While anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery is a widely proven procedure, a Western orthopaedic surgeon says re-injury rates in young patients after such procedures are unacceptably high for those returning to pivoting sports like basketb …
Month: November 2013
Three awarded Governor General’s Academic Medals
For more than 125 years, the Governor General’s Academic Medals have recognized the outstanding scholastic achievements of students in Canada. Based solely on academic criteria, there is no monetary award associated with the medal. The Gold Medals were presented at Western’s Autumn Convocation ceremony for graduates of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies on Friday, Nov. 1.
Study explores bipolar in postpartum period
Researchers have long connected mood disorders and pregnancy. But a study coming out of Western is boiling down some of the specifics, suggesting women who suffered from depression prior to pregnancy should be monitored for manic symptoms, characteristic of bipolar disorder, in the postpartum period.
Neuroscientist not napping on idea of explaining sleep
Don’t nod off on this one. A Western neuroscientist is exploring the possibility sleep isn’t so much about rest from a busy day as it is about memory consolidation – or, more simply, the process needed to form lasting memories.
Alumni help Western launch Extraordinary new campaign
Western has enlisted some familiar faces to tell its extraordinary story. And this month, that story goes national.
Bloom judges’ comment plant seeds for future projects
Jim Galbraith never had any doubts the judges would love the place.
Legendary coach ends ‘one hell of a run’
Legendary Mustangs coach Bob Vigars usually prefers to remain outside the spotlight. However, that won’t be possible this week.
Western climbs back into Maclean’s Top 10
It only took a year, but Western climbed its way back into the Top 10, landing at No. 9 on the 23nd annual Maclean’s University Rankings issue, released Nov. 1. Last year was the first year since 1994 that Western was ranked outside the Top 10.
Hidden photo sparks search across the decades
Lana Harrison’s collection of old atlases has been growing for years.
Mustangs quarterback Finch named OUA MVP
HAMILTON, Ont. – Western Mustangs quarterback Will Finch, who rewrote the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) record book in his sophomore season, has been named the 2013 OUA Most Valuable Player. He will be the OUA nominee for the Canadian University Sport (CIS) Hec Crighton Trophy.
Alumna Chan named among global power elite
Forbes magazine has ranked World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Margaret Chan, BA’73, MD’77, DSc’99, among the World’s Most Powerful People. She is one of only nine women on the annual list.
Conference spotlights social media and sexual violence
As these alarming statistics continue to climb, educators, parents, mental health and social service professionals, police, victim advocates and students are set to meet in London for a conference Thursday and Friday, Nov. 7-8, organized by Western’s Centre for Research on Violence Against Women and Children (CREVAWC) in collaboration with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB).
UWOpera brings Britten to the stage
UWOpera will stage Britten’s ‘Rape of Lucretia’ as part of Western’s Benjamin Britten Festival. Performances will be held at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 22-23, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, in the Paul Davenport Theatre, Talbot College. Tickets are $25/$15 in advance from the Grand Theatre box office at 519-672-8800 or cash at the door.
Three awarded Governor General’s Academic Medals
For more than 125 years, the Governor General’s Academic Medals have recognized the outstanding scholastic achievements of students in Canada. Based solely on academic criteria, there is no monetary award associated with the medal. The Gold Medals were presented at Western’s Autumn Convocation ceremony for graduates of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies on Friday, Nov. 1.
Study explores bipolar in postpartum period
Researchers have long connected mood disorders and pregnancy. But a study coming out of Western is boiling down some of the specifics, suggesting women who suffered from depression prior to pregnancy should be monitored for manic symptoms, characteristic of bipolar disorder, in the postpartum period.
Neuroscientist not napping on idea of explaining sleep
Don’t nod off on this one. A Western neuroscientist is exploring the possibility sleep isn’t so much about rest from a busy day as it is about memory consolidation – or, more simply, the process needed to form lasting memories.
Alumni help Western launch Extraordinary new campaign
Western has enlisted some familiar faces to tell its extraordinary story. And this month, that story goes national.
Bloom judges’ comment plant seeds for future projects
Jim Galbraith never had any doubts the judges would love the place.
Legendary coach ends ‘one hell of a run’
Legendary Mustangs coach Bob Vigars usually prefers to remain outside the spotlight. However, that won’t be possible this week.
Western climbs back into Maclean’s Top 10
It only took a year, but Western climbed its way back into the Top 10, landing at No. 9 on the 23nd annual Maclean’s University Rankings issue, released Nov. 1. Last year was the first year since 1994 that Western was ranked outside the Top 10.
Hidden photo sparks search across the decades
Lana Harrison’s collection of old atlases has been growing for years.
Mustangs quarterback Finch named OUA MVP
HAMILTON, Ont. – Western Mustangs quarterback Will Finch, who rewrote the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) record book in his sophomore season, has been named the 2013 OUA Most Valuable Player. He will be the OUA nominee for the Canadian University Sport (CIS) Hec Crighton Trophy.
Alumna Chan named among global power elite
Forbes magazine has ranked World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Margaret Chan, BA’73, MD’77, DSc’99, among the World’s Most Powerful People. She is one of only nine women on the annual list.
Conference spotlights social media and sexual violence
As these alarming statistics continue to climb, educators, parents, mental health and social service professionals, police, victim advocates and students are set to meet in London for a conference Thursday and Friday, Nov. 7-8, organized by Western’s Centre for Research on Violence Against Women and Children (CREVAWC) in collaboration with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB).
UWOpera brings Britten to the stage
UWOpera will stage Britten’s ‘Rape of Lucretia’ as part of Western’s Benjamin Britten Festival. Performances will be held at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 22-23, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, in the Paul Davenport Theatre, Talbot College. Tickets are $25/$15 in advance from the Grand Theatre box office at 519-672-8800 or cash at the door.