When her four grown children look at her, Nikki Peters hopes they see determination and that it’s never too late to start or accomplish something new. “I quit school at Grade 10. Life happened. I’m going to get my GED sooner or later. If my children see that I’ve...
Month: February 2017
Capone tapped for two-year extension
John Capone, Vice-President (Research), received a two-year extension to his term, now expiring June 30, 2019, university officials announced late last week. The Board of Governors approved the move Jan. 26, following a recommendation from the Review/Selection...
Change is in the hair
Western’s web development team recently rolled out a small change in its Cascade web content management system. If you’re working on – or visiting – one of Western’s staff listing pages, the team hopes you take notice. Western staff listing pages frequently have...
Alumnus finds his calling behind the camera
Michael Jari Davidson, BA’08, reckons himself a maverick. And based on the choices, the award-winning filmmaker has made in not one, but two, entertainment industries, you’d be hard-pressed to argue.
De Looze: Be vocal, active in supporting Muslim community
A reflection on President Donald Trump’s travel ban
Law program brings Indigenous issues to light
Rachel Phillips’ time at the Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation (NAN Legal) in Timmins, Ont., was a definite eye-opener – both good and bad. The second-year Law student recently spent three months in the northern Ontario Indigenous community, focusing on...
Medical student chases international dreams at Universiade
Kyla Vanderzwet will be trading in her backpack and textbooks for ski goggles and poles this week as she represents Canada in Nordic Skiing at the 2017 Winter Universiade (Winter University Games) in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The Universiade is a multi-sport event that...
Personality key in predicting medical school success
We may be putting an “unhealthy emphasis” on Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) results and grade point averages (GPA) when it comes to picking the next best physician, according to one Western researcher. High marks are one thing, but they’re not a solid predictor...
Alumnus’ musical set for Broadway stage
Only four Canadian musicals in history have seen the light of day on Broadway. Michael Rubinoff’s Come From Away – a heart-warming tale of kindness and generosity in the face of tragedy – is on its way to being number five.
‘Smart’ tutoring connects Western, London communities
Ami Patel and Saniya Mansuri go way back. The two have known each other since their preschool days and have mirrored one another’s academic footsteps from day one - arriving at Western as roommates three years ago to study Biology and Medical Sciences. And for some...
Crossan: Character and competence essential in academia and beyond
While the importance of leader character in fostering personal well-being and sustained excellence in organizations has gained traction in the business world, there is significant opportunity to consider the benefits of developing and exercising leader character in...
‘Chilling effect:’ U.S. travel ban a ‘grave’ concern for academic community
Western joined a litany of postsecondary voices earlier this week, all expressing concern over a recent executive order issued by U.S. President Donald Trump, banning individuals from seven countries, with Muslim majorities, from entering the United States for 90...
Capone tapped for two-year extension
John Capone, Vice-President (Research), received a two-year extension to his term, now expiring June 30, 2019, university officials announced late last week. The Board of Governors approved the move Jan. 26, following a recommendation from the Review/Selection...
Change is in the hair
Western’s web development team recently rolled out a small change in its Cascade web content management system. If you’re working on – or visiting – one of Western’s staff listing pages, the team hopes you take notice. Western staff listing pages frequently have...
Alumnus finds his calling behind the camera
Michael Jari Davidson, BA’08, reckons himself a maverick. And based on the choices, the award-winning filmmaker has made in not one, but two, entertainment industries, you’d be hard-pressed to argue.
De Looze: Be vocal, active in supporting Muslim community
A reflection on President Donald Trump’s travel ban
Law program brings Indigenous issues to light
Rachel Phillips’ time at the Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation (NAN Legal) in Timmins, Ont., was a definite eye-opener – both good and bad. The second-year Law student recently spent three months in the northern Ontario Indigenous community, focusing on...
Medical student chases international dreams at Universiade
Kyla Vanderzwet will be trading in her backpack and textbooks for ski goggles and poles this week as she represents Canada in Nordic Skiing at the 2017 Winter Universiade (Winter University Games) in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The Universiade is a multi-sport event that...
Personality key in predicting medical school success
We may be putting an “unhealthy emphasis” on Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) results and grade point averages (GPA) when it comes to picking the next best physician, according to one Western researcher. High marks are one thing, but they’re not a solid predictor...
Alumnus’ musical set for Broadway stage
Only four Canadian musicals in history have seen the light of day on Broadway. Michael Rubinoff’s Come From Away – a heart-warming tale of kindness and generosity in the face of tragedy – is on its way to being number five.
‘Smart’ tutoring connects Western, London communities
Ami Patel and Saniya Mansuri go way back. The two have known each other since their preschool days and have mirrored one another’s academic footsteps from day one - arriving at Western as roommates three years ago to study Biology and Medical Sciences. And for some...
Crossan: Character and competence essential in academia and beyond
While the importance of leader character in fostering personal well-being and sustained excellence in organizations has gained traction in the business world, there is significant opportunity to consider the benefits of developing and exercising leader character in...
‘Chilling effect:’ U.S. travel ban a ‘grave’ concern for academic community
Western joined a litany of postsecondary voices earlier this week, all expressing concern over a recent executive order issued by U.S. President Donald Trump, banning individuals from seven countries, with Muslim majorities, from entering the United States for 90...