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Sneak peek showcases construction on campus

Sneak peek showcases construction on campus

A pair of construction projects – valued at about $45 million each — were host to a sneak peek summer preview on Thursday with visits by MPs Kate Young (London West) and Peter Fragiskatos (London North Centre).

Ingratta, Shah named Schulich Leader Scholars

Ingratta, Shah named Schulich Leader Scholars

Luke Ingratta and Joy Shah, two of the nation’s highest achieving secondary students, will begin their undergraduate studies at Western this fall as recipients of prestigious Schulich Leader Scholarships.

Western mourns death of Education grad student

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,...

Mustangs legend steps away from the mat

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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...

Sneak peek showcases construction on campus

Sneak peek showcases construction on campus

A pair of construction projects – valued at about $45 million each — were host to a sneak peek summer preview on Thursday with visits by MPs Kate Young (London West) and Peter Fragiskatos (London North Centre).

Ingratta, Shah named Schulich Leader Scholars

Ingratta, Shah named Schulich Leader Scholars

Luke Ingratta and Joy Shah, two of the nation’s highest achieving secondary students, will begin their undergraduate studies at Western this fall as recipients of prestigious Schulich Leader Scholarships.

Western mourns death of Education grad student

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,...

Mustangs legend steps away from the mat

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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...