Twenty years ago, a powerful speech inspired a small group of Western faculty and staff to find a way to help communities facing a staggering HIV/AIDS crisis on the other side of the globe. Building on the work of Western researchers, the group connecte …
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2012 Western Humanitarian Award Winners
It was with great pleasure I learned a few weeks ago Henri Boyi received the Western Humanitarian Award. I nominated Henri for the award last semester during my short stint as acting chair of the Department of French Studies, and unlike the many small and not-so-small duties one has to do in that role, I felt this was one that really meant something, especially if it was going to be successful.
Grant helps reply to ‘messengers from space’
Western’s effort to keep an eye on the sky just got a little help from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).
Teaming up for creativity
Is London a creative city? Does it foster an environment for creativity? Is London reaping benefits from its creative citizens and giving nothing in return?
Chams: Global warming, consequences over-exaggerated
Regarding the article Going Rogue: Western professor warns Kyoto pullout could have dire consequences for Canada (Jan. 12):
Frohmann: Chief negotiator’s resignation a blow to UWOFA
On Jan. 31, professor Aniko Varpalotai resigned as chief negotiator for the University of Western Ontario Faculty Association, explaining her decision at a General Meeting of the association and in an open letter.
McMullin: More to international than the story says
I was delighted to see the coverage of Western International in Western News (‘Western taking on the world,’ March 15). However, the article contains a number of statements that are not completely accurate and may lead readers to misunderstand Western’s goals and intentions related to internationalization.
Winders: City not in mood or this silliness
Nothing makes me prouder.
CCPS accreditation seeks public input
A team of assessors from the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) will arrive at Western April 14 to examine all aspects of the Campus Community Police Service (CCPS) and its policy and procedures, management, operation, and support services.
Ambassador addresses ‘dilemma of NATO enlargement’
With the Republic of Macedonia’s pending accession to NATO, Canada should stand up as a strong supporter of the Balkan nation, said Ambassador Ljuben Tevdovski, who visits Western’s campus this week.
Translating classroom knowledge into lifelong wellness
Watch Britney Spears perform and you can see how she developed musculoskeletal injuries. But how did her acrobatics affect her vocal performance?
Research takes centre stage
Do you care if your child’s teacher has a visible tattoo? Is Justin Bieber a more significant Canadian than David Suzuki? Have you considered how the alphabet you learned in kindergarten influences your current world views? These and more than 150 other queries currently being studied by Western researchers will be explored at Research Day 2012.
Mini-CT scanner developed as a teaching tool
Biophysics professors at Western University have developed a CT (Computed Tomography) scanner small enough to sit on a desk.
2012 Western Humanitarian Award Winners
It was with great pleasure I learned a few weeks ago Henri Boyi received the Western Humanitarian Award. I nominated Henri for the award last semester during my short stint as acting chair of the Department of French Studies, and unlike the many small and not-so-small duties one has to do in that role, I felt this was one that really meant something, especially if it was going to be successful.
Grant helps reply to ‘messengers from space’
Western’s effort to keep an eye on the sky just got a little help from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).
Teaming up for creativity
Is London a creative city? Does it foster an environment for creativity? Is London reaping benefits from its creative citizens and giving nothing in return?
Chams: Global warming, consequences over-exaggerated
Regarding the article Going Rogue: Western professor warns Kyoto pullout could have dire consequences for Canada (Jan. 12):
Frohmann: Chief negotiator’s resignation a blow to UWOFA
On Jan. 31, professor Aniko Varpalotai resigned as chief negotiator for the University of Western Ontario Faculty Association, explaining her decision at a General Meeting of the association and in an open letter.
McMullin: More to international than the story says
I was delighted to see the coverage of Western International in Western News (‘Western taking on the world,’ March 15). However, the article contains a number of statements that are not completely accurate and may lead readers to misunderstand Western’s goals and intentions related to internationalization.
Winders: City not in mood or this silliness
Nothing makes me prouder.
CCPS accreditation seeks public input
A team of assessors from the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) will arrive at Western April 14 to examine all aspects of the Campus Community Police Service (CCPS) and its policy and procedures, management, operation, and support services.
Ambassador addresses ‘dilemma of NATO enlargement’
With the Republic of Macedonia’s pending accession to NATO, Canada should stand up as a strong supporter of the Balkan nation, said Ambassador Ljuben Tevdovski, who visits Western’s campus this week.
Translating classroom knowledge into lifelong wellness
Watch Britney Spears perform and you can see how she developed musculoskeletal injuries. But how did her acrobatics affect her vocal performance?
Research takes centre stage
Do you care if your child’s teacher has a visible tattoo? Is Justin Bieber a more significant Canadian than David Suzuki? Have you considered how the alphabet you learned in kindergarten influences your current world views? These and more than 150 other queries currently being studied by Western researchers will be explored at Research Day 2012.
Mini-CT scanner developed as a teaching tool
Biophysics professors at Western University have developed a CT (Computed Tomography) scanner small enough to sit on a desk.