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Aldrich: Music mentor deserves recognition
I am interested in your recent profiles of distinguished alumni. In the case of Stephan Moccio (“Alumni Donoghue, Moccio earn Oscar nods,” Jan. 14, and “Western alumni, faculty among JUNO nominees,” Feb. 5). I must protest the omission, as far as I can find in your...
Theatre Studies launches with ‘Lost’ opportunity
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsAPeL8DDBc On March 3, Western formally launches its Theatre Studies program with a two-day event. The centerpiece of the launch is a staging of Milton’s Paradise Lost, adapted and directed by Montreal-based performer Paul Van Dyck....
Research efforts lauded by Humboldt Foundation
Even after centuries of research in chemistry, the possible combination of elements, molecules and compounds are nowhere near exhausted. “We’re not even close,” said Western Chemistry professor Kim Baines. “We still get excited about making a new compound which is...
IS morphs into Louis Riel gathering place
Indigenous Services at The Student Development Centre recently brought the Western community together in celebration of Metis Culture. Maddy Arkle, a second-year Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry student, Annette Sullivan, a Metis cook and genealogist, and...
Study puts campus traffic, rapid transit in spotlight
Recently released numbers from the Western Traffic Study are not only staggering – they could signal danger for those who travel campus daily if not addressed.
Evening classes to continue as scheduled
Despite snowfall that continued throughout the day, Western has been operating on a normal schedule and, similarly, evening classes will be held as usual.
Baines wins 2015 Humboldt Research Award
Western Chemistry professor Kim Baines has been awarded the 2015 Humboldt Research Award, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation recently announced. The award is granted to academics whose fundamental discoveries, new theories and/or insights have had a significant...
Asking what brought them over the 49th
In Canadian circles, the subject of immigration likely revolves around newcomers, those from far and wide seeking new opportunity, refuge even, in the Great White North. But in these conversations, are we forgetting our American neighbours, those who choose to call...
Syrian refugees to benefit from centre repurposing
Students from Western’s Masters of Public Health (MPH) program are hoping to smooth the transition of Syrian refugees into Canadian society through a unique partnership in Huron County. In partnership with the Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health, MPH students...
Rising Star eyes new weapons against prostate cancer
Deeming his latest research a “high-risk, high-reward” venture, Hon Leong is confident its findings just might halt the devastating spread of prostate cancer.
Discovery adds context to Alzheimer’s fight
Robarts Research Institute scientists Marco and Vania Prado will never forget the day they shared the good news with colleague John MacDonald - at a time when the former Robarts Scientific Director, and pre-eminent neurophysiologist, was in palliative care battling...
‘Frightening’ findings foretell ills for ecosystems
When it comes to determining the causes negatively affecting the biodiversity of our ecosystems, a new interdisciplinary study at Western is putting numbers behind the devastation. And it’s not good. The study’s lead author, recent PhD graduate Beth Hundey...