There’s excitement in the air as Western prepares to welcome more than 38,000 students back to main campus and the Forest City for the 2022-23 academic year. “The start of a new school year is such a special time,” said President Alan Shepard. “Yo …
Student Life
Student-engineered ‘smart implant’ may save money, relieve pain
It’s painful, inconvenient and costly. But if detected early, implant loosening – the slight movement of a newly replaced hip – can be dealt with, without the need for a major follow-up surgery, according to a group of Western students. Roughly half a million patients...
Student serves success beyond the kitchen
At first, Danielle Hausberg was just taking photos of her meals to show her family she was making healthy choices. Today, the Sociology student has a half million followers looking over her plate.
Determined learners never done studying
Fifteen learners from a variety of educational institutions and agencies received Adult Learner Awards from the London Council for Adult Education earlier this month. Two Western students were among these award recipients. A third Western student received the SAGE...
Propel launches Summer Incubator program
Western student entrepreneurs won’t be lounging on the beach all summer long, thanks to efforts by Propel, the university’s campus business incubator. On Thursday, Propel – previously BizInc – launched the Propel Summer Incubator (PSI) program via a tradeshow format...
Western Journal of Legal Studies hits milestone
Western Journal of Legal Studies (WJLS) recently released its largest-ever issue, which arrives as the student-run journal surpassed a milestone 25,000 downloads. Western Law students were featured prominently in the issue. Susana C. Mijares Peña’s The Global Fight...
‘Tinkering club’ lets inquisitive spirits fly
Planetary Science PhD candidate Marianne Mader is opening up the world of creativity to kids and adults through her non-profit creation, STEAMLabs.
New program looks to keep Western ‘living well’
For Kevin Wamsley, there is only one key to ‘Living Well.’ “Success is simple,” said the Health Sciences associate dean. “We want to see a higher percentage of people who look forward to their day – every day.” To do just that, the university recently launched Living...
Competition puts student researchers ‘on the clock’
Western Science PhD student Jenna Butler will represent the university at the 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) Ontario 2015 competition, hosted by Western on Thursday at the Ivey Business School.
GamerLink scores Seed Your Startup victory
GamerLink, a technology startup aiming to improve online gaming experiences, received $5,000 to grow their idea into a reality after winning the 4th annual Seed Your Startup event. Hosted by Western's business incubator Propel at Western, along with LEAP Junction at...
Boarding Pass program takes flight
For students interested in an international learning experience, Western promises to be at the ready to lend a financial hand – to the tune of $1,000. The International Learning Award – or Boarding Pass, as it has become known – will be available to all full-time,...
Students take action on move-out day mess
Every April 30, the streets of London’s student neighbourhoods are transformed into garbage dumps. That’s because unwanted furniture, appliances, clothing and other assorted junk is left behind in front of vacated rental houses. You can practically set your clock by...
Ivey team well-suited for menswear case victory
Ideas on how to guide a legendary local menswear retailer into the future took centre stage as the Ivey Business School hosted its annual Business 1220E Case Competition. A six-member team comprised of Richard Wang, Alex Wu, Amy Xu, Eva Xu, Willie Zhou and Morgan Zhuo...
Student-engineered ‘smart implant’ may save money, relieve pain
It’s painful, inconvenient and costly. But if detected early, implant loosening – the slight movement of a newly replaced hip – can be dealt with, without the need for a major follow-up surgery, according to a group of Western students. Roughly half a million patients...
Student serves success beyond the kitchen
At first, Danielle Hausberg was just taking photos of her meals to show her family she was making healthy choices. Today, the Sociology student has a half million followers looking over her plate.
Determined learners never done studying
Fifteen learners from a variety of educational institutions and agencies received Adult Learner Awards from the London Council for Adult Education earlier this month. Two Western students were among these award recipients. A third Western student received the SAGE...
Propel launches Summer Incubator program
Western student entrepreneurs won’t be lounging on the beach all summer long, thanks to efforts by Propel, the university’s campus business incubator. On Thursday, Propel – previously BizInc – launched the Propel Summer Incubator (PSI) program via a tradeshow format...
Western Journal of Legal Studies hits milestone
Western Journal of Legal Studies (WJLS) recently released its largest-ever issue, which arrives as the student-run journal surpassed a milestone 25,000 downloads. Western Law students were featured prominently in the issue. Susana C. Mijares Peña’s The Global Fight...
‘Tinkering club’ lets inquisitive spirits fly
Planetary Science PhD candidate Marianne Mader is opening up the world of creativity to kids and adults through her non-profit creation, STEAMLabs.
New program looks to keep Western ‘living well’
For Kevin Wamsley, there is only one key to ‘Living Well.’ “Success is simple,” said the Health Sciences associate dean. “We want to see a higher percentage of people who look forward to their day – every day.” To do just that, the university recently launched Living...
Competition puts student researchers ‘on the clock’
Western Science PhD student Jenna Butler will represent the university at the 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) Ontario 2015 competition, hosted by Western on Thursday at the Ivey Business School.
GamerLink scores Seed Your Startup victory
GamerLink, a technology startup aiming to improve online gaming experiences, received $5,000 to grow their idea into a reality after winning the 4th annual Seed Your Startup event. Hosted by Western's business incubator Propel at Western, along with LEAP Junction at...
Boarding Pass program takes flight
For students interested in an international learning experience, Western promises to be at the ready to lend a financial hand – to the tune of $1,000. The International Learning Award – or Boarding Pass, as it has become known – will be available to all full-time,...
Students take action on move-out day mess
Every April 30, the streets of London’s student neighbourhoods are transformed into garbage dumps. That’s because unwanted furniture, appliances, clothing and other assorted junk is left behind in front of vacated rental houses. You can practically set your clock by...
Ivey team well-suited for menswear case victory
Ideas on how to guide a legendary local menswear retailer into the future took centre stage as the Ivey Business School hosted its annual Business 1220E Case Competition. A six-member team comprised of Richard Wang, Alex Wu, Amy Xu, Eva Xu, Willie Zhou and Morgan Zhuo...