Penny Pexman, an internationally recognized leader in the field of cognitive psychology, has been announced as Western’s new vice-president (research), effective Sept. 1, 2023. The board of governors approved a five-year term for Pexman at its meeting …
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Alumna bringing realism back to the art world
While many artists struggle for a years, Emily Copeland, BFA’15, was determined to do things differently and create her own opportunities.
Senate hears about Homecoming plan
The time has come for “decisive action” regarding a particularly notorious street party that has marred official Homecoming celebrations and frustrated university and city officials in recent years, two top university officials told Senate Friday afternoon. “Whatever...
Inspired to serve: From medicine to military
On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, Dr. Michael Gutman, MD’88, stared in shock and disbelief as he watched the terrorist attacks unravel on live television. In...
Determined learners never done studying
Eleven learners from a variety of educational institutions and agencies received Adult Learner Awards from the London Council for Adult Education on May 12. Three Western students were among the recipients. A fourth Western student received the SAGE (Students Aged...
3M Award celebrates three decades of excellence
Visual Arts professor emerita Madeline Lennon didn’t set out to change lives; she looked to inspire them. “I always knew I wanted to teach,” Lennon said. “When I started, I thought, ‘Gee, I’m really enjoying this so I’m going to do what I want to do and it’s not like...
Western staffers unite for a Day of Caring
There was definitely ‘no horsing’ around as more than a dozen Western staff members took part in the annual United Way Day of Caring on June 2, an event which brings together teams of workplace volunteers to complete meaningful, hands-on projects at United Way-funded...
Chakma: Attack serves as a reminder work remains
Condemning the downtown London attack on Western student Mohammad Sharifi in the “strongest possible terms,” Western President Amit Chakma called on the university community to continue working toward a more inclusive institution and, in turn, society. “This is an...
Summer construction season is underway
Campus construction and infrastructure projects will dominate the landscape this summer as the university’s long-term plans lead to short-term service interruptions. The Parking System and Infrastructure Modernization program, a $2.7-million upgrade of gates and...
University moves Homecoming to quell Broughdale street party
The time has come for “decisive action” regarding a particularly notorious street party that has marred official Homecoming celebrations and frustrated university and city officials in recent years.
Dan Shulman lending his voice to a generation
If it was not for a lengthy line at the student Gazette office in 1985, Dan Shulman may have had an entirely different voice. Instead of the student newspaper, Shulman walked into CHRW Radio and toward what would soon become an award-winning broadcasting career....
Team Canada’s Olympic designers are a problem
Is the Canadian Olympic Team on its way to a fashion ‘Dbacle’ in Brazil? The team is slated to wear offerings styled by a fashion label that has recently produced a clothing line themed ‘Dsquaw.’ Dsquaw is the brainchild of high-end designer Dsquared2, founded and...
Grindrod closes door on storied residence career
In just over a month, Susan Grindrod can finally ignore her phone ringing at all hours of the night. After 34 years of being ‘on call,’ the Associate Vice-President of Housing & Ancillary Services & Liquor Licence Coordinator can simply roll over and go back...
Alumna bringing realism back to the art world
While many artists struggle for a years, Emily Copeland, BFA’15, was determined to do things differently and create her own opportunities.
Senate hears about Homecoming plan
The time has come for “decisive action” regarding a particularly notorious street party that has marred official Homecoming celebrations and frustrated university and city officials in recent years, two top university officials told Senate Friday afternoon. “Whatever...
Inspired to serve: From medicine to military
On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, Dr. Michael Gutman, MD’88, stared in shock and disbelief as he watched the terrorist attacks unravel on live television. In...
Determined learners never done studying
Eleven learners from a variety of educational institutions and agencies received Adult Learner Awards from the London Council for Adult Education on May 12. Three Western students were among the recipients. A fourth Western student received the SAGE (Students Aged...
3M Award celebrates three decades of excellence
Visual Arts professor emerita Madeline Lennon didn’t set out to change lives; she looked to inspire them. “I always knew I wanted to teach,” Lennon said. “When I started, I thought, ‘Gee, I’m really enjoying this so I’m going to do what I want to do and it’s not like...
Western staffers unite for a Day of Caring
There was definitely ‘no horsing’ around as more than a dozen Western staff members took part in the annual United Way Day of Caring on June 2, an event which brings together teams of workplace volunteers to complete meaningful, hands-on projects at United Way-funded...
Chakma: Attack serves as a reminder work remains
Condemning the downtown London attack on Western student Mohammad Sharifi in the “strongest possible terms,” Western President Amit Chakma called on the university community to continue working toward a more inclusive institution and, in turn, society. “This is an...
Summer construction season is underway
Campus construction and infrastructure projects will dominate the landscape this summer as the university’s long-term plans lead to short-term service interruptions. The Parking System and Infrastructure Modernization program, a $2.7-million upgrade of gates and...
University moves Homecoming to quell Broughdale street party
The time has come for “decisive action” regarding a particularly notorious street party that has marred official Homecoming celebrations and frustrated university and city officials in recent years.
Dan Shulman lending his voice to a generation
If it was not for a lengthy line at the student Gazette office in 1985, Dan Shulman may have had an entirely different voice. Instead of the student newspaper, Shulman walked into CHRW Radio and toward what would soon become an award-winning broadcasting career....
Team Canada’s Olympic designers are a problem
Is the Canadian Olympic Team on its way to a fashion ‘Dbacle’ in Brazil? The team is slated to wear offerings styled by a fashion label that has recently produced a clothing line themed ‘Dsquaw.’ Dsquaw is the brainchild of high-end designer Dsquared2, founded and...
Grindrod closes door on storied residence career
In just over a month, Susan Grindrod can finally ignore her phone ringing at all hours of the night. After 34 years of being ‘on call,’ the Associate Vice-President of Housing & Ancillary Services & Liquor Licence Coordinator can simply roll over and go back...