The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) has declared a COVID-19 outbreak in Saugeen-Maitland Hall residence, where there are currently eight confirmed positive cases.
Student Life
Meaningful connections a hallmark of virtual fall preview day
As many as 5,000 prospective students are expected to take part in virtual fall preview day at Western – an event featuring virtual tours and real-time conversations with faculty, staff and students.
President renews sustainability committee for greener campus
Western is accelerating its sustainability efforts with a renewed advisory committee that will guide the university’s environmental strategy across campus.
Western and affiliates offer aid to students raised in foster care
Western – along with Brescia, Huron and King’s university colleges – will provide financial support for students who are former crown wards.
Integrated science program fuels passion for doing good
Integrated science gold medalist Jeremiah Joseph says the chance to make a difference fuels his aspirations.
Students prepare 1,000 hygiene kits for community
Struggling London families will soon receive 1,000 care packages prepared by Western students through this year’s OServes day.
Universities suspend winter sports competitions
Ontario University Athletics (OUA) and U Sports have announced the cancellation of winter sports varsity games.
Nursing student sees career path more clearly
Nursing student Emma Van Dyk, who is legally blind, can now read directly from a textbook with the help of eSight goggles that provide her with portable vision.
Upper-year peers ease first-year fears in online program
In a first-of-its-kind program at Western, 100 peer leaders are helping first-year students thrive through university expectations and online learning.
Western ranks first in global undergrad competition
From discovering the drivers of business sustainability to examining the genetics of ovarian cancer, Western’s undergraduates are winning global recognition.
International students find new home in London
Lemos Rodrigues didn’t leave his suite for the next 14 days – not unlike hundreds of other international students.
Volunteering virtually connects students to London
Through rain, shine, and a pandemic, OServes connects more than 1,000 student volunteers with non-profit organizations.
Nothing masks flavour
Andrew Duhasky is unit chef at Ontario Hall and wants to make sure the food is better, much better, than just ‘good’.
Med-school admissions add more diversity
This year’s incoming medical school class at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry will include a diverse cohort of students that are more representative of Canadian communities.
Wellness director to bring Western to ‘leading edge’ of student supports
Western has appointed Terry McQuaid – a psychologist with national leadership experience in equity, mental health and violence prevention – as its first Director of Student Wellness & Well-being.
Pandemic inspires Summer Shakespeare
Summer Shakespeare enters its 40thyear with a production of Pandemic Julius Caesar inspired by North America’s own Ides of March.
New Parr Centre for Thriving at Western bolsters proactive support for student mental health
A $9.2-million gift from Jeff and Shelley Parr has helped Western University launch a centre dedicated to student mental health and well-being.
Students display smiles amid pandemic protection
Developed by a pair of Western students, Smile Masks are partly transparent face coverings that allow the wearer to speak, emote and make themselves understood by people who need to both see and hear you.
Western exploring new London partnerships as Continuing Studies returns to main campus
Western Continuing Studies will relocate from Citi Plaza to Main Campus in Fall 2021, as the university continues to explore local partnerships to deliver lifelong learning opportunities downtown and elsewhere in London.
BLM movement finds new urgency, allies because of COVID-19
COVID-19 has exacerbated the problems of racial injustice, isolation, frustration and stagnation and caused higher unemployment, which provides the time to air these grievances. When coupled with mixed messages from elites, the spark lit a fire that continues to burn.