Together, father-daughter duo Patrick and Caroline Whippey have devoted more than eight decades to science fairs – for 55 and 26 years, respectively – supporting students locally, nationally and internationally to explore their interests in scienc …
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Western launches mentorship program for Black nursing students
Black Nurses and Students Allied for Success strengthens representation, guidance and community
Western prof leads athlete health at the Olympics
Dr. Jane Thornton, IOC director of health, medicine and science, shapes well-being across Olympic Movement
Meet Western’s inaugural curator-in-residence, Yan Zhou
New residency has focus on environmental and social justice in the arts
Climate and Sustainability Strategy marks new chapter at Western
Plan calls for behavioural shift, moving focus beyond sustainability toward a regenerative future
Olympic officiating: Western staff member leads women’s hockey refs at 2026 Winter Games
Vanessa Stratton coaches officials to ensure fairness at Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games
Expert insight: Will the Winter Olympics amplify global tensions?
Political scientist explains why sport is a powerful vehicle for national rhetoric
Expert explainer: The real cost of buy now, pay later
Convenience and ease of spread-out payments drive increased spending
Expert insight: Everything you need to know about Artemis II
Western professor and planetary geologist Gordon Osinski explains the value, impact of mission
Expert insight: Decoding “vibes” and collective experiences in the age of technology
Philosophers explore shared feelings and what creates atmosphere, ambience
Expert insight: U.S. withdrawal from WHO could affect global health
Disruption to global disease surveillance is most immediate concern with U.S. departure
Western receives $2.9M to expand oral health access, reimagine dentistry education
Federal investment will strengthen community partnerships and prepare graduates for changing dental care landscape
Ivey prof examines media portrayal of women entrepreneurs
Rise and fall of the ‘girlboss’ shows how reporting impacts public perception