Dr. Fabio Salerno, an Italian-born and trained doctor, came to Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry to pursue his PhD in medical biophysics. But he had to make some difficult decisions along the way as a global pandemic bore down. Inspired to com …
Alumni
Gerry honoured for lifetime in theatre
The award-winning director will be presented with a Lifetime Membership Award for his dedication and vision in founding London Musical Theatre 30 years and 75 productions ago.
Whitney Biennial provides another stage for alumnus
More than a decade ago, as an MFA student, Brendan Fernandes, MFA’05, attended the opening of the Whitney Biennial, a contemporary exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City. “Enamoured” in the moment, the young artist pledged to return one day – but as more than an observer.
Study: Food waste costs not appetizing to many
Wasting food has become a way of life for many Londoners who, according to one Western-led study, are tossing an average of $600 into the trash every year.
Alumnus shares his joy for writing across Pakistan
He laughs as he admits it now but before Awais Khan arrived at Western, years passed without him reading a single book – apart from Harry Potter.
Alumna sets out to make us all ‘Unsinkable’
Silken Laumann is well-acquainted with the connections that bind physical, mental and spiritual health. And with the launch of Unsinkable, a new storytelling platform, the Canadian champion rower hopes her fellow Canadians will come to see them, too. The platform –...
Spoke Bagel rises to legendary status
The Spoke Bagel has become a tasty tradition on campus, but the journey to its current landmark status was far from guaranteed.
Western announces honorary degree lineup
Nineteen distinguished individuals will receive honorary degrees when Western hosts its 313th Convocation this spring.
Alumni make Loud return to Western, London
It’s mid-afternoon and Joe Depace and Andrew Fedyk are relaxing on a sunny beach in Cancún, Mexico, wrapping up a spring break tour before returning to Canada. It’s a calm before the storm for the DJ duo most would recognize by their stage name, Loud Luxury.
‘Voices’ exhibit earns Heritage honour
A Museum London exhibit led by Anthropology PhD candidate Bimadoshka Pucan, showcasing Anishinaabeg songs, stories and prayers of Saugeen First Nation residents Robert and Eliza Thompson, has been awarded the Lieutenant Governor’s Heritage Award for Excellence in Conservation.
Finding good ‘Company’ in the written word
Browse the diverse and entertaining bookshelves of Awais Khan, BA’08 (Economics), whose latest book, In the Company of Strangers, explores love, longing and the delicate game of deceit.
Alumna turns French dreams into a travel reality
Jan Chung was chatting about the 32 trips she’s taken to France and thinking ahead to No. 33. “OK, it’s an obsession. But it’s a happy obsession.”
Six named among YMCA Women of Excellence
There is a strong purple-and-proud feeling among honourees of the eight annual YMCA Women of Excellence Class of 2019, the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario announced today.
Gerry honoured for lifetime in theatre
The award-winning director will be presented with a Lifetime Membership Award for his dedication and vision in founding London Musical Theatre 30 years and 75 productions ago.
Whitney Biennial provides another stage for alumnus
More than a decade ago, as an MFA student, Brendan Fernandes, MFA’05, attended the opening of the Whitney Biennial, a contemporary exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City. “Enamoured” in the moment, the young artist pledged to return one day – but as more than an observer.
Study: Food waste costs not appetizing to many
Wasting food has become a way of life for many Londoners who, according to one Western-led study, are tossing an average of $600 into the trash every year.
Alumnus shares his joy for writing across Pakistan
He laughs as he admits it now but before Awais Khan arrived at Western, years passed without him reading a single book – apart from Harry Potter.
Alumna sets out to make us all ‘Unsinkable’
Silken Laumann is well-acquainted with the connections that bind physical, mental and spiritual health. And with the launch of Unsinkable, a new storytelling platform, the Canadian champion rower hopes her fellow Canadians will come to see them, too. The platform –...
Spoke Bagel rises to legendary status
The Spoke Bagel has become a tasty tradition on campus, but the journey to its current landmark status was far from guaranteed.
Western announces honorary degree lineup
Nineteen distinguished individuals will receive honorary degrees when Western hosts its 313th Convocation this spring.
Alumni make Loud return to Western, London
It’s mid-afternoon and Joe Depace and Andrew Fedyk are relaxing on a sunny beach in Cancún, Mexico, wrapping up a spring break tour before returning to Canada. It’s a calm before the storm for the DJ duo most would recognize by their stage name, Loud Luxury.
‘Voices’ exhibit earns Heritage honour
A Museum London exhibit led by Anthropology PhD candidate Bimadoshka Pucan, showcasing Anishinaabeg songs, stories and prayers of Saugeen First Nation residents Robert and Eliza Thompson, has been awarded the Lieutenant Governor’s Heritage Award for Excellence in Conservation.
Finding good ‘Company’ in the written word
Browse the diverse and entertaining bookshelves of Awais Khan, BA’08 (Economics), whose latest book, In the Company of Strangers, explores love, longing and the delicate game of deceit.
Alumna turns French dreams into a travel reality
Jan Chung was chatting about the 32 trips she’s taken to France and thinking ahead to No. 33. “OK, it’s an obsession. But it’s a happy obsession.”
Six named among YMCA Women of Excellence
There is a strong purple-and-proud feeling among honourees of the eight annual YMCA Women of Excellence Class of 2019, the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario announced today.