Renowned advocate for social justice and human rights named associate vice-president of equity, diversity and inclusion
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A bold future together
With the launch of a new strategic plan, the next chapter in Western’s future takes shape
Moving toward decolonizing the curriculum
New academic-development modules to support Western instructors in decolonizing their curriculum
Mind over matter
Positive thinking helps Ivey grad overcome adversity
Conservation through visual arts
Part of the Class of 2021, Jade Williamson creates art aimed at helping endangered species
Iconic red door opens way to writing success
Alumna Louise Johnson’s debut book tells dual tale of Elizabeth Arden and self-discovery
Amplifying the voices and needs of parasport participants
A Western-led online platform invites persons with disabilities participating in sport and physical activity to share their lived experiences to inform how to improve accessibility in a post-COVID world.
Expert explainer: How vaccines work in our bodies
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professor Steven Kerfoot provides a clear picture of how our immune systems respond to the COVID-19 vaccine
Hip hop star and alumna write book tribute to teachers
Story follows adventures of a young Maestro Wes and his introduction to hip hop
Tutoring helps Western families and teacher candidates thrive
Novel program benefits 150 teacher candidates and more than 300 children
Student estimates real-time pandemic death rates with cremation data
Gemma Postill is helping fill the information gap by providing data to Ontario’s Chief Coroner.
Mentorship program enriches medical school experience for LGBTQ+ students
The program matches LGBTQ+-identifying faculty members and resident physicians as mentors to medical students.
Tima Bansal and Amit Garg awarded Western’s top research honour
Hellmuth Prizes recognize the impact of Ivey researcher in business sustainability and Schulich Medicine kidney scientist.
Expert insights: Denying Black musicians their royalties emerged out of slavery
Archival evidence shows how the recording industry in the United States routinely underpaid African American artists since the early 20th century.
Indigenous Graduation Ceremony marks shared milestone
More than 60 Indigenous students will be celebrated at the event, including four medical students sharing a special bond.
Historian’s book sheds light on Mackenzie King’s role in brokering peace
In ‘The Third Man,’ Neville Thompson draws on Canadian PM’s diaries to illuminate his friendships with Churchill and Roosevelt
Creating culturally safe, accessible health care
Students launch network to provide culturally competent, anti-oppressive, and feminist health care resources for Indigenous and racialized women
Western students honoured for sustainability initiatives
Awards celebrate innovative work that aims to reduce the environmental footprint of the university
Expert insights: Pandemic may usher in major social changes
Life expectancy, birth rates and immigration are all significantly impacted
World Wildlife Fund partnership brings sustainability to life
How a student’s native plant giveaway led to a campus-wide sustainability program