They sold candles and coffee, keychains and jewelry. The small businesses that brought customers to the University Community Centre Atrium on March 28 had one key trait in common: they are all run by Western students or alumni. The Morrissette Institu …
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Alumni named Top 40 Under 40
Western University congratulates five of its alumni for being named to Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 for 2017. Through hard work and dedication, these alumni have earned one of Canada’s most prestigious honours for young leaders. Alumni honoured this year include: Kristen...
Renos to reveal long-hidden beauty of University College
The $34-million overhaul of University College started from the inside out. As of next month, with a lull in traffic on campus, the exterior changes to the iconic Western building will start to take shape.
Engineering grad student revved up for motorsport
For a guy who “wasn’t big into cars” not that long ago, Matthew Crossan is about to leave the university with one of the most coveted automotive gigs in the industry. In October, the Masters of Engineering Science student heads to the United Kingdom where he will...
Grad looks to aid others who face adversity
Deana Ruston doesn’t know anything outside of relentless, forward progress.
Grad embraces her full experience at Western
Bingxin Jillian Yang came to Western for the beautiful campus, amazing programs and, above all, for the best student experience. She wasn’t disappointed come O-Week.
Grad checks degree off his ‘bucket list’
Timothy Lockwood started his degree in the late 80s. Today, he finally takes finishing it off his bucket list. Lockwood convocates this spring with a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance.
Grad lands where she is ‘supposed to be’
Haley Everitt, BA’17 Age: 23 Faculty: Arts & Humanities (School for Advanced Studies in the Arts & Humanities) Specialization: Creative Writing & English Language & Literature Haley Everitt might know Western’s campus better than anyone. A campus tour...
Grad embraces global perspective of the law
Laura Snowdon Age: 25 Faculty: Law Specialization: Juris Doctor (JD) Laura Snowdon chose Western Law for its strong sense of community and collegiality, dedicated faculty and extensive international opportunities. During her degree, she took advantage of internship...
Grad speaks success – no matter the language
Max Wu likes a challenge. He arrived at Western speaking two languages and will graduate fluent in three.
Grad discovers unexpected muse in opportunities
Jill Smith came Western believing she was a painter and photographer. But when she graduates this spring with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, she leaves grateful for her program’s focus on contemporary and interdisciplinary art, as it has shaped the artist she is today.
Grad perseveres toward hard-won second career
Jerome Reid, BEd’17 Age: 47 Faculty: Education Specialization: Primary and Junior (Kindergarten to Grade 6) Education When Jerome Reid graduates with a Bachelor of Education this Convocation, it will be the beginning of a hard-won second career. The former tax auditor...
Young mind eyes brain surgery solution
When Nora Boone sees a problem, she solves it – especially when that solution could save lives. The 18-year-old’s work around creating a human brain simulation tool to assist non-neurosurgeons perform emergency brain surgery, garnered the Newfoundland and Labrador...
Alumni named Top 40 Under 40
Western University congratulates five of its alumni for being named to Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 for 2017. Through hard work and dedication, these alumni have earned one of Canada’s most prestigious honours for young leaders. Alumni honoured this year include: Kristen...
Renos to reveal long-hidden beauty of University College
The $34-million overhaul of University College started from the inside out. As of next month, with a lull in traffic on campus, the exterior changes to the iconic Western building will start to take shape.
Engineering grad student revved up for motorsport
For a guy who “wasn’t big into cars” not that long ago, Matthew Crossan is about to leave the university with one of the most coveted automotive gigs in the industry. In October, the Masters of Engineering Science student heads to the United Kingdom where he will...
Grad looks to aid others who face adversity
Deana Ruston doesn’t know anything outside of relentless, forward progress.
Grad embraces her full experience at Western
Bingxin Jillian Yang came to Western for the beautiful campus, amazing programs and, above all, for the best student experience. She wasn’t disappointed come O-Week.
Grad checks degree off his ‘bucket list’
Timothy Lockwood started his degree in the late 80s. Today, he finally takes finishing it off his bucket list. Lockwood convocates this spring with a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance.
Grad lands where she is ‘supposed to be’
Haley Everitt, BA’17 Age: 23 Faculty: Arts & Humanities (School for Advanced Studies in the Arts & Humanities) Specialization: Creative Writing & English Language & Literature Haley Everitt might know Western’s campus better than anyone. A campus tour...
Grad embraces global perspective of the law
Laura Snowdon Age: 25 Faculty: Law Specialization: Juris Doctor (JD) Laura Snowdon chose Western Law for its strong sense of community and collegiality, dedicated faculty and extensive international opportunities. During her degree, she took advantage of internship...
Grad speaks success – no matter the language
Max Wu likes a challenge. He arrived at Western speaking two languages and will graduate fluent in three.
Grad discovers unexpected muse in opportunities
Jill Smith came Western believing she was a painter and photographer. But when she graduates this spring with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, she leaves grateful for her program’s focus on contemporary and interdisciplinary art, as it has shaped the artist she is today.
Grad perseveres toward hard-won second career
Jerome Reid, BEd’17 Age: 47 Faculty: Education Specialization: Primary and Junior (Kindergarten to Grade 6) Education When Jerome Reid graduates with a Bachelor of Education this Convocation, it will be the beginning of a hard-won second career. The former tax auditor...
Young mind eyes brain surgery solution
When Nora Boone sees a problem, she solves it – especially when that solution could save lives. The 18-year-old’s work around creating a human brain simulation tool to assist non-neurosurgeons perform emergency brain surgery, garnered the Newfoundland and Labrador...