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Month: July 2017

ASB trip to explore religion’s role in cities

ASB trip to explore religion’s role in cities

Michael Wagenman wanted to offer students an ‘alternative to the alternative.’ This year, the Western Chaplain will lead Alternative Spring Break (ASB) participants on a trip to Bristol, U.K., where students will explore the role of Christianity in  …

Menon tapped as BrainsCAN Co-Scientific Director

Menon tapped as BrainsCAN Co-Scientific Director

Ravi Menon knows he and his fellow BrainsCAN researchers are on the clock. “Seven years sounds like a long time. But it is not, in terms of impact,” the Western researcher stressed.

Severe Weather Siren test continues today

Severe Weather Siren test continues today

The on-campus Severe Weather Siren is undergoing maintenance and will sound at various times throughout the day. Unless otherwise noted, sirens sounding today are only a test.

Probiotics could improve honey bee survival rates

Probiotics could improve honey bee survival rates

Honey bees may be able to take the sting out of their population demise as Western researchers have shown probiotics can potentially protect honey bees from the toxic effects of pesticides.

Alumni named Top 40 Under 40

Alumni named Top 40 Under 40

Western University congratulates five of its alumni for being named to Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 for 2017. Through hard work and dedication, these alumni have earned one of Canada’s most prestigious honours for young leaders. Alumni honoured this year include: Kristen...

Improving post-secondary science education

Improving post-secondary science education

The Western Conference on Science Education is looking to bring together passionate faculty, students and educational staff across disciplines to discuss and focus on improvements in post-secondary science education. Although issues in Canadian science will be...

Pitel begins his time as UWOFA president

Pitel begins his time as UWOFA president

Less than a week at the helm, new University of Western Ontario Faculty Association (UWOFA) president Stephen Pitel is looking forward to preparations for the next round of faculty negotiations and completing the ongoing corporate governance reforms.