They wrote their own song. They had their own “rebellious” way to wear a school uniform. And they have remained friends for 50 years. When Western’s nursing class of 1973 gathers for its 50th anniversary reunion at Homecoming this weekend – s …
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Thinking differently about homelessness
One of the leading voices in approaching homelessness as a solvable problem in London, and increasingly in Canada, Abe Oudshoorn has been named the 2016 Western Humanitarian Award winner.
Berman, Laird named to Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
Health Sciences professor Helene Berman and Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Dale Laird have been named among 36 new fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, the organization announced Thursday at its 2016 Forum and Annual General...
Study looks to share rural shelter expertise
Western Health Sciences researchers are drawing attention to the challenges of – and hoping to find solutions for – women who experience violence using shelters in rural Ontario settings.
Fridman: Go forth and fulfill your duty
The next generation of nurses and lawyers has a duty to carry on the storied histories of proud professions, Gerald Fridman told graduates at the Wednesday afternoon session of Western’s 307th Convocation.
Leonard, Shoemaker named to top professor honour
Two professors are the latest recipients of Distinguished University Professorships (DUP) awards, joining a select group of faculty members recognized for exceptional scholarly careers. Honoured this year are John Leonard, English and Writing Studies, Arts &...
Three Western programs named among global elite
Three Western programs now count themselves among the global elite, as Nursing, Philosophy and Psychology were named among the Top 50 programs in the world, according to the 2016 QS World University Rankings by Subject, released today. In total, Western programs...
Study: ‘Culture shock’ key stressor for refugees
Hawazin Alhawsaw, a master’s student in Nursing, feels a better understanding of the culture shock experienced by Arab refugees will lead to improved support for acculturating into Canada.
Awards celebrate teaching excellence
Seven winners representing four different faculties have been awarded Western’s top honour for its highest calling.
Report puts homelessness in provincial spotlight, professor says
One Western researcher says Ontario can end chronic homelessness within 10 years. But it will take a shift in policy and mindset for the entire province. “If you think back, we did not always have a homeless problem in Canada. It is a relatively recent phenomenon,”...
Dinsdale tapped for Onley Leadership Award
Nursing student Sarah Dinsdale was recently named one of four recipients of the inaugural David C. Onley Award for Leadership in Accessibility. The award recognizes individuals and organizations who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in creating awareness of...
Berman honoured by Nursing Network
Arthur Labatt School of Nursing professor Helene Berman recently received the Nursing Network on Violence against Women International (NNVAWI) 2015 Excellence in Research Award at the 20th conference in Atlanta, Ga. Berman, Health Sciences associate dean (research),...
Western researchers take lead on violence prevention
Western researchers will be at the forefront of preventing, detecting and combating family violence and child abuse as part of a 10-year, $100-million investment by the federal government. PreVAiL – Preventing Violence Across the Lifespan Research Network – will serve...
Thinking differently about homelessness
One of the leading voices in approaching homelessness as a solvable problem in London, and increasingly in Canada, Abe Oudshoorn has been named the 2016 Western Humanitarian Award winner.
Berman, Laird named to Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
Health Sciences professor Helene Berman and Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Dale Laird have been named among 36 new fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, the organization announced Thursday at its 2016 Forum and Annual General...
Study looks to share rural shelter expertise
Western Health Sciences researchers are drawing attention to the challenges of – and hoping to find solutions for – women who experience violence using shelters in rural Ontario settings.
Fridman: Go forth and fulfill your duty
The next generation of nurses and lawyers has a duty to carry on the storied histories of proud professions, Gerald Fridman told graduates at the Wednesday afternoon session of Western’s 307th Convocation.
Leonard, Shoemaker named to top professor honour
Two professors are the latest recipients of Distinguished University Professorships (DUP) awards, joining a select group of faculty members recognized for exceptional scholarly careers. Honoured this year are John Leonard, English and Writing Studies, Arts &...
Three Western programs named among global elite
Three Western programs now count themselves among the global elite, as Nursing, Philosophy and Psychology were named among the Top 50 programs in the world, according to the 2016 QS World University Rankings by Subject, released today. In total, Western programs...
Study: ‘Culture shock’ key stressor for refugees
Hawazin Alhawsaw, a master’s student in Nursing, feels a better understanding of the culture shock experienced by Arab refugees will lead to improved support for acculturating into Canada.
Awards celebrate teaching excellence
Seven winners representing four different faculties have been awarded Western’s top honour for its highest calling.
Report puts homelessness in provincial spotlight, professor says
One Western researcher says Ontario can end chronic homelessness within 10 years. But it will take a shift in policy and mindset for the entire province. “If you think back, we did not always have a homeless problem in Canada. It is a relatively recent phenomenon,”...
Dinsdale tapped for Onley Leadership Award
Nursing student Sarah Dinsdale was recently named one of four recipients of the inaugural David C. Onley Award for Leadership in Accessibility. The award recognizes individuals and organizations who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in creating awareness of...
Berman honoured by Nursing Network
Arthur Labatt School of Nursing professor Helene Berman recently received the Nursing Network on Violence against Women International (NNVAWI) 2015 Excellence in Research Award at the 20th conference in Atlanta, Ga. Berman, Health Sciences associate dean (research),...
Western researchers take lead on violence prevention
Western researchers will be at the forefront of preventing, detecting and combating family violence and child abuse as part of a 10-year, $100-million investment by the federal government. PreVAiL – Preventing Violence Across the Lifespan Research Network – will serve...