Children and youth with autism and intellectual disabilities are statistically the least likely to meet physical activity guidelines. “It isn’t because of the individual,” said Connor Murphy, fourth-year kinesiology student in the Faculty of He …
Equity Diversity and Inclusion
Western community raises more than $515K for United Way Elgin Middlesex
Funds raised will support 33 local social service agencies
Western invests in Black leadership through work-integrated learning
Black students gain paid placements, mentorship for lasting career impact through Western B.L.U.E. program
Western receives $2.9M to expand oral health access, reimagine dentistry education
Federal investment will strengthen community partnerships and prepare graduates for changing dental care landscape
Free, diverse scientific illustrations boost representation
New online tool created by Western grad and prof offers customizable images
In photos: Celebrating OWeek 2025
Western welcomes 6,500 new students with activities across campus during Orientation Week
Western is changing the game through belonging
Canada’s longest-running university Unified Basketball program a model for inclusion, research and increased well-being
‘Who gets to feel at home?’ Sport as tool for inclusion drives Western prof
Adam Ali studies anti-Islamic racism, radicalization and sport
Fostering an ‘exceptional’ workplace: Western named top Canadian employer for culture
University earns place on Forbes’ list of 200 leading organizations
Expert insight: How to help neurodiverse kids thrive at camp
Inclusive Camp Hub created in Western’s Faculty of Education helps foster inclusive summer programming
Western postdoc finds belonging in inclusive, diverse workspace
“It’s nice to have another ‘them’ in STEM”
Black studies major launches at Western with more than 50 courses on offer
New course focused on ‘Black Geographies’ part of student learning
Black Dental Students Association builds community at Schulich
Newly created group supports and advocates for Black students, aspiring dentists