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Here is the latest news about Western University.

Burke barks on about the business of hockey

Known for his gruffness, Brian Burke didn’t disappoint the audience last week at the BMO Financial Group Auditorium at Ivey Business School. After a thorough introduction, that included his achievements in hockey and his law degree from Harvard, his first words were:

Steeves named new university librarian

Steeves named new university librarian

Catherine Steeves has been named Western university librarian, university officials announced this afternoon. Her five-year term begins Aug. 18.

Students urged to complete NSSE survey

Students urged to complete NSSE survey

First- and fourth-year Western students are being asked to participate in a survey that helps to measure the extent to which they are involved in campus life and their academic program. Theses results help to guide the direction for improvement at Western.

‘Market’ to support Western Heads East

‘Market’ to support Western Heads East

Next week, the Great Hall at Western will be transformed into an East African market and art sale showcasing local talent as well as Tanzanian and Kenyan crafters.

Celebration set for Microbiology/Immunology

Celebration set for Microbiology/Immunology

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is turning 75 and a major celebration is being planned. On May 1, faculty, staff, alumni and students will come together to reflect on the tremendous achievements of the department and to discuss its future.

Dyczok: Struggling to inform the world

‘Excuse me, who are you and why are you here?’ Ukrainian Public Radio correspondent Andriy Kulykov asked a group of heavily armed men in unmarked uniforms near a military base in Perevalne, Crimea. He received no response.

Doerksen reappointed to five-year term

Doerksen reappointed to five-year term

John Doerksen, vice-provost (academic programs and students) [registrar], has been re-appointed to a second five-year term as vice-provost (academic programs).

Great Hall Catering rolls out online ordering

Great Hall Catering rolls out online ordering

Great Hall Catering is now one click away. The team has expanded its catering software package to make ordering easier, more efficient and accessible through the Online Web Ordering System, released this month.