Prompted by the demand for case-based management education at universities in Africa following the launch of Ivey Publishing’s 39 Country Initiative, Richard Ivey School of Business professor Nicole Haggerty has initiated a new elective course HBA students this spring in hope of shedding light on the rapidly changing African business world and the opportunities there.
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Founder’s Day sprouting from the grassroots
Don’t worry if you’re having difficulty nailing down exact plans for Founder’s Day 2012. Even the top cheerleader of this re-emerging holiday has difficulty defining Western University’s newest tradition. And that doesn’t worry him one bit.
Western Worlds lands on computer near you
If you can’t get enough of planetary sciences, then AFM*Radio is right up your galaxy.
Searle: Invest in tomorrow’s London today
Each year, more than 6,000 first-year students arrive at Western and quickly develop their first impression of London. And while the student population may receive a negative image during certain times of the year, the same can be said about London from a student perspective.
Students team up to assist Goderich
A group of Western students have banded together to lend a hand this holiday season to the residents Goderich. And they are asking for your help.
Grad’s volunteer spirit has family ties
Perhaps we need to rewrite the definition of volunteerism. Once defined as “the principle of donating time and energy for the benefit of others without financial reward,” it would be hard to argue against expanding that to include the phrase “for example, Lisa Herberman.”
Foster: Thanks from libraries for Homecoming success
With the excitement of Western’s Homecoming 2011 still fresh in our hearts, I wish to take a moment to thank friends and donors of Western Libraries for making Libraries’ annual Homecoming celebration on Saturday, Oct. 1, an unforgettable experience.
Aboriginal education program offers content “about our people”
Jessica Hill choked up and could barely voice how much it means to her – and it’s only the first week of classes for the Leadership in Aboriginal Education program.
Former CEO appointed dean of Western Law
The University of Western Ontario has announced the appointment of W. Iain Scott as dean of the Faculty of Law, beginning a five-year term on Sept. 1, 2011.
University continues to strengthen ties with Africa
The University of Western Ontario continues to forge ties to higher education in Africa, partnering with two universities to assist in strengthening their strategic plans to better deal with external stakeholders, such as government bodies.
Canadian astronomers land in London
Astronomers from across the country are gathering in London during the next four days to set the course of Canadian astronomical research for the next decade and celebrate Canada’s role in astronomical and astrophysical research.
University faces mental health ‘crisis’
Keeping ahead of the surging tide of students with mental health issues is an ongoing struggle, and one counselors and support services employees at The University of Western Ontario do not see quelling anytime soon.
Western students mentoring London youth
At risk youth in the London community will be the centre of attention this weekend as The University of Western Ontario’s Early Outreach Committee is organizing its annual Choose Your Own Adventure May 6-8.
Western hosts young science enthusiasts
The All Science Challenge will hit the Western campus Thursday for a day-long science competition for nearly 200 Grade 6, 7 and 8 students from more than 15 London-area schools.
A Dream Unfolds
Why a university half a globe away could mean the world to Western
Written in the stars
Observatory looks to the heavens one last time
Western students sending out at SOS
The plan was to travel to Costa Rica, spend my days helping to
rebuild a destroyed high school with Western SOS (Students Offering
Support) and explore the Caribbean side of the country – all
for less than $2,000.
E-books won’t be the death of the paperback
Oxford, Rice and Open universities created a buzz recently by
adding digital books to the lectures and other materials available
for downloading through iTunes.
Students clamour for CLS experience
Law students interested in gaining practical legal experience have
always been drawn to the Community Legal Services Clinic (CLS) at
Western, but this year that interest has doubled.
Questioning focus: Research priorities may have unintended consequences for female faculty
Tracy Isaacs feels pulled in two directions.