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Nursing grad shifts perspective on past, finds hope for future

Nursing grad shifts perspective on past, finds hope for future

Demo Kaltabanis stared in awe as he stepped inside his residence room at Saugeen-Maitland Hall four years ago. “For the first time in my life, I had access to my own bed, my own desk and a quiet space,” he said. The room stood in vast contrast to …

Old friend takes over as new chancellor

Old friend takes over as new chancellor

Following his installation as Western’s 21st chancellor at the university’s 300th convocation last week, Joseph Rotman sat down with Western News reporter Adela Talbot following two days of convocations to discuss his new role and the challenges facing postsecondary education.

McLachlin tells grads to ‘build’ in their lives

Today’s graduates should look ahead to the grand arc of their lives, a time during which they’ll grow and learn to give back to their communities, said Beverley McLachlin, the 17th Chief Justice of Canada.

Pieczonka: Don’t fear struggles, embrace them

Many challenges await today’s graduates, but the difficulties they encounter will serve them well on their journey to success, said renowned opera singer Adrianne Pieczonka.

Labatts encourage grads to enjoy the journey

Today’s graduates face a bright future, one hopeful with continuous opportunities to learn and contribute to an ever-evolving world, said philanthropists Arthur and Sonia Labatt.

Snapshot from past holds new meaning for family

It was almost 23 years ago to the day. David Start had his 3-year-old daughter Virginia on his shoulder; 6-year-old sister Mary Beth was holding dad’s hand. The two, sporting matching dresses, strolled through campus with their dad following the graduation of their mother Susan in 1989.

Grad’s volunteer spirit has family ties

Perhaps we need to rewrite the definition of volunteerism. Once defined as “the principle of donating time and energy for the benefit of others without financial reward,” it would be hard to argue against expanding that to include the phrase “for example, Lisa Herberman.”

Be original and innovative: Schweitzer

Talent is not enough to ensure success, rather those with an inner desire to succeed will achieve their goals, Canadian artist John Schweitzer told graduates of The University of Western Ontario Friday.

Hiscox encourages graduates to ‘aim high’

Used to starting her day behind the CBC Morning newsdesk, Heather Hiscox greeted the morning with inspirational words of wisdom for University of Western Ontario graduates Friday.

Innovation is evolution: Hofstetter

“If we could bring together the collective education and wisdom of all the graduates, just imagine what might be accomplished,” says Mary Elizabeth Hofstetter, who received an honorary Doctor of Laws from Western Thursday afternoon.

Old friend takes over as new chancellor

Old friend takes over as new chancellor

Following his installation as Western’s 21st chancellor at the university’s 300th convocation last week, Joseph Rotman sat down with Western News reporter Adela Talbot following two days of convocations to discuss his new role and the challenges facing postsecondary education.

McLachlin tells grads to ‘build’ in their lives

Today’s graduates should look ahead to the grand arc of their lives, a time during which they’ll grow and learn to give back to their communities, said Beverley McLachlin, the 17th Chief Justice of Canada.

Pieczonka: Don’t fear struggles, embrace them

Many challenges await today’s graduates, but the difficulties they encounter will serve them well on their journey to success, said renowned opera singer Adrianne Pieczonka.

Labatts encourage grads to enjoy the journey

Today’s graduates face a bright future, one hopeful with continuous opportunities to learn and contribute to an ever-evolving world, said philanthropists Arthur and Sonia Labatt.

Snapshot from past holds new meaning for family

It was almost 23 years ago to the day. David Start had his 3-year-old daughter Virginia on his shoulder; 6-year-old sister Mary Beth was holding dad’s hand. The two, sporting matching dresses, strolled through campus with their dad following the graduation of their mother Susan in 1989.

Grad’s volunteer spirit has family ties

Perhaps we need to rewrite the definition of volunteerism. Once defined as “the principle of donating time and energy for the benefit of others without financial reward,” it would be hard to argue against expanding that to include the phrase “for example, Lisa Herberman.”

Be original and innovative: Schweitzer

Talent is not enough to ensure success, rather those with an inner desire to succeed will achieve their goals, Canadian artist John Schweitzer told graduates of The University of Western Ontario Friday.

Hiscox encourages graduates to ‘aim high’

Used to starting her day behind the CBC Morning newsdesk, Heather Hiscox greeted the morning with inspirational words of wisdom for University of Western Ontario graduates Friday.

Innovation is evolution: Hofstetter

“If we could bring together the collective education and wisdom of all the graduates, just imagine what might be accomplished,” says Mary Elizabeth Hofstetter, who received an honorary Doctor of Laws from Western Thursday afternoon.