There is global consensus among civil society, academia and industry that artificial intelligence adoption comes with risks and harms. Addressing these concerns have been marginal in Canada’s national AI strategy. The federal government’s major respons …
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10 winter reads from the Western community
From musicians and moviemakers to poets musing on the cosmos, this list has something for everyone
Western grad shares Indigenous knowledge at COP28
As a panellist, Serena Mendizabal offers insights on Just Transition and youth-led climate action
Expert insight: Third-party Xbox controller ban could leave disabled gamers excluded
Discussions about accessibility and social exclusion often don’t consider accessible forms of leisure and gaming
Expert insight: ‘The Elephant Whisperers’ payment controversy puts spotlight on documentaries
Lawsuit over payment indicates need for filmmakers to shift away from market-driven motives
Students show how Western’s international learning programs changed their lives
International Week will celebrate, showcase students’ work and insights abroad
Student film spotlights Ukrainian newcomers, impact of war
Producer/director Cole Rutman recruited 25 fellow students to help create ‘Voices Documentary’
Mapping with deep meaning: Preserving memory in El Salvador
Western teams build commemorations and capture history of Salvadoran Civil War
Sarah Polley advises new Western graduates to ‘run towards the danger’
Academy Award winner receives honorary degree at autumn convocation
FIMS grad Maggie Giles releases new novel “Twisted”
What author can’t see in her ‘mind’s eye’, still finds its way into pages of award-winning work
Expert insight: How artists like Drake and Justin Bieber complicate ideas of race, music and nationality
Canadian artists blur pop, hip hop and R&B, music genres that have traditionally been segregated along racialized lines
‘The Grandpa Rules’ offers blueprint for happy, successful life
Leadership expert, prof and new grandfather Jim Weese writes keepsake book for readers of all ages
New projects aim to help carve new paths for Black youth
Professor Godwin Arku among Western recipients of SSHRC grants
10 winter reads from the Western community
From musicians and moviemakers to poets musing on the cosmos, this list has something for everyone
Western grad shares Indigenous knowledge at COP28
As a panellist, Serena Mendizabal offers insights on Just Transition and youth-led climate action
Expert insight: Third-party Xbox controller ban could leave disabled gamers excluded
Discussions about accessibility and social exclusion often don’t consider accessible forms of leisure and gaming
Expert insight: ‘The Elephant Whisperers’ payment controversy puts spotlight on documentaries
Lawsuit over payment indicates need for filmmakers to shift away from market-driven motives
Students show how Western’s international learning programs changed their lives
International Week will celebrate, showcase students’ work and insights abroad
Student film spotlights Ukrainian newcomers, impact of war
Producer/director Cole Rutman recruited 25 fellow students to help create ‘Voices Documentary’
Mapping with deep meaning: Preserving memory in El Salvador
Western teams build commemorations and capture history of Salvadoran Civil War
Sarah Polley advises new Western graduates to ‘run towards the danger’
Academy Award winner receives honorary degree at autumn convocation
FIMS grad Maggie Giles releases new novel “Twisted”
What author can’t see in her ‘mind’s eye’, still finds its way into pages of award-winning work
Expert insight: How artists like Drake and Justin Bieber complicate ideas of race, music and nationality
Canadian artists blur pop, hip hop and R&B, music genres that have traditionally been segregated along racialized lines
‘The Grandpa Rules’ offers blueprint for happy, successful life
Leadership expert, prof and new grandfather Jim Weese writes keepsake book for readers of all ages
New projects aim to help carve new paths for Black youth
Professor Godwin Arku among Western recipients of SSHRC grants