Western’s proposed freedom of expression policy received unanimous approval from the Board of Governors Thursday. Among the next steps is disseminating a letter from the President to student groups and other university stakeholders to outline the poli …
Month: November 2018
FRESH-branded food a hot seller
If you brand it, they will eat it, says one Brescia University College researcher who has found highlighting nutritious food items across Western’s residences leads to increased sales – and, more importantly, healthier food purchases for students. The FRESH-approved...
Researchers uncover gene that regulates fat, obesity
A new study from Western University shows that – regardless of diet – genetics play a role in obesity. A protein called Pannexin 1 significantly regulates the accumulation of fat in mice.
Tentative UWOFA/Western deal reached – 2:05 a.m. Nov. 9
Western issued the following statement Nov. 5 in connection with ongoing contract talks with the Western Faculty Association (UWOFA).
Chakma building wins ‘green’ award
Western’s newest facility – the Amit Chakma Engineering Building – has won a provincial award of excellence for new green buildings.
Short stories … and sumo wrestlers
Lavish wordplay, good conversation – and sumo wrestling. These are what Jennifer Slauenwhite, digital media technician in the Department of Visual Arts, highlights during her turn on Read. Watch. Listen.
Connor awarded Ivey Business Leader honour
The accolades have been rolling in for Dean Connor, HBA ’78, who is President and CEO of Sun Life Financial and who received the Ivey Business Leader Award Nov. 1.
Poverty’s toll ‘unignorable’: United Way rep
As a kid, she used to hide the fact her lunchbag, and her belly, were empty. Now Jasmine Ball shares how the United Way is bringing hope to London’s hidden poor – and how you can help.
‘Own Your Future’ helps doctoral students find new paths
A doctoral degree is no longer a ticket leading only to an academic career. ‘Own Your Future’ helps doctoral students prepare for multiple career paths.
FRESH-branded food a hot seller
If you brand it, they will eat it, says one Brescia University College researcher who has found highlighting nutritious food items across Western’s residences leads to increased sales – and, more importantly, healthier food purchases for students. The FRESH-approved...
Researchers uncover gene that regulates fat, obesity
A new study from Western University shows that – regardless of diet – genetics play a role in obesity. A protein called Pannexin 1 significantly regulates the accumulation of fat in mice.
Tentative UWOFA/Western deal reached – 2:05 a.m. Nov. 9
Western issued the following statement Nov. 5 in connection with ongoing contract talks with the Western Faculty Association (UWOFA).
Chakma building wins ‘green’ award
Western’s newest facility – the Amit Chakma Engineering Building – has won a provincial award of excellence for new green buildings.
Short stories … and sumo wrestlers
Lavish wordplay, good conversation – and sumo wrestling. These are what Jennifer Slauenwhite, digital media technician in the Department of Visual Arts, highlights during her turn on Read. Watch. Listen.
Connor awarded Ivey Business Leader honour
The accolades have been rolling in for Dean Connor, HBA ’78, who is President and CEO of Sun Life Financial and who received the Ivey Business Leader Award Nov. 1.
Poverty’s toll ‘unignorable’: United Way rep
As a kid, she used to hide the fact her lunchbag, and her belly, were empty. Now Jasmine Ball shares how the United Way is bringing hope to London’s hidden poor – and how you can help.
‘Own Your Future’ helps doctoral students find new paths
A doctoral degree is no longer a ticket leading only to an academic career. ‘Own Your Future’ helps doctoral students prepare for multiple career paths.