While other continents might have greater variety of colourful native birds or flowers, Biology professor Greg Thorn said this country also has reason to boast. “Our fungal diversity is some …
Month: July 2017
Chair up to challenge of easing pain for millions
To move freely and without pain. Such a simple wish that goes unrealized for the 1.7 billion people around the world suffering from musculoskeletal disorders of the bones, joints and muscles. These conditions don’t discriminate. They can impact anyone at any age, on any continent, in any community, at any time.
Former WHO boss to receive Schulich honour
A Western alumna known as the most powerful international public health official in history will join the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry’s Homecoming celebrations this fall. Dr. Margaret Chan, former Director-General of the World Health Organization...
Western mourns death of Education grad student
The Western community is mourning the death of Elizabeth Dessureault, 27, a Master of Professional Education student, who died Sunday, Feb. 25, after a nearly two-year battle with lung cancer. Family and friends hosted a celebration of her life in March. On Tuesday,...
MS researcher to be awarded Taylor Prize
Wee Yong has been awarded the 2017 J. Allyn Taylor International Prize in Medicine, Robarts Research Institute officials announced today. Awarded since 1985, the Taylor Prize recognizes the contributions of outstanding internationally recognized researchers.
Music student brings players to the battlefield
Board game enthusiasts and history buffs alike can redetermine the fate of North America as they play out 16 different battles from the War of 1812 in a new strategy game developed by a Western student.
Death just the beginning for Law professor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Lz3Lxa38x8&feature=youtu.be Randal Graham was writing an academic text when he realized it contained a work of fiction waiting for escape. “I use a lot of examples and hypotheticals in my academic writing – and I always use a...
Mustangs legend steps away from the mat
Undoubtedly one of the most influential figures in Canadian wrestling and athletics, Ray Takahashi has retired after 32 years heading Western’s program. But he isn’t walking away from the sport completely.
SHAD Western incubating young talent
For Grade 10 student Katelyn Wang of Richmond Hill, Ont., the last few months have been a whirlwind. Wang won a gold medal in May at the Canada-Wide Science Fair for the portable device she created to minimize the spread of airborne viruses. She also stood out at...
Engineering looks to build more resilient students
When Clare Tattersall explains that setbacks are a normal part of a rigorous academic program, and that failure is an essential part of the learning process, it is the first step in creating a more resilient student.
Report: Current Sport and Rec model unsustainable
Special Advisor to the Provost Jim Weese released a far-ranging report today describing the current Sport and Recreation Services model as unsustainable and calling for renewed investment in and attention to the unit.
Alumnus’ bike lane blitz a viral hit in Toronto
In just one day on the job, in less than two minutes, Kyle Ashley had issued six tickets – at $150 a pop – to drivers stopped or parked in bike lanes nearby the Eaton Centre along Toronto’s Shuter Street.
Brock honours Kanatawakhon-Maracle
Anthropology professor David Kanatawakhon-Maracle, a scholar who has made it his life’s work to teach the Mohawk language, received an honorary degree during Brock University’s Spring Convocation, last week.