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Research: Exercise may snuff out pregnancy smoking cravings
New research from Western shows pregnant women wishing to quit smoking should exercise; just 15-20 minutes of walking is enough to stave off most tobacco cravings.
UWOFA honours work of students
Each year, the University of Western Ontario Faculty Association (UWOFA) awards scholarships to outstanding students from across all 11 faculties at the university. These awards are funded by UWOFA members, reflecting their commitment to students and to the university community. Winners were honoured at an event Monday in the Dr. David S. Chu International Student Centre, Western Student Services Building.
Krishna takes a memorable Rhode to elite scholarship
Among a class of 83 new members from around the world, the Western alumna, BHSc’13, stands as the 22nd Rhodes Scholar in the university’s history.
Krishna named among 11 Canadian Rhodes Scholars
Among a class of 83 new members from around the world, the Western alumna, BHSc’13, stands as the 22nd Rhodes Scholar in the university’s history.
Postdoctoral Research Forum set for Nov. 28
The third annual Postdoctoral Research Forum, Thursday, Nov. 28, in the Great Hall, was created by the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, to foster scientific interaction, interdepartmental collaboration and garner greater exposure and recognition for the postdoctoral scholars’ invaluable work.
Meighens encourage grads to help society, each other
Western honours Michael and Kelly Meighen for their generosity and dedication to philanthropy and public service.
Dedication fulfills young alumnus’ ‘Wish’ for others
For Tom Cheung, the game-changer was a project in his final year of university.
Alumna’s hard work, continued education and passion help save lives
From London, Ontario to London, England, Jannah Wigle has transitioned a Bachelor of Health Sciences degree from Western to a position with U.K.-based Options Consultancy Services, a maternal and newborn health program in six African countries, including Malawi.
Student born into fight for mental health awareness
Deana Ruston calls herself a fighter. In fact, she is proudly sporting a new tattoo on her forearm these days, one that reads, “You’ve been a fighter since the beginning; keep fighting.”
Trudeau: Comfort, alleviate suffering and offer hope
Nurses have an admirable passion, commitment and gift allowing them to help and comfort those who are suffering, said author and mental health advocate Margaret Trudeau.
Donoghue: There’s more than a dash of fluke in all success
Award-winning author Emma Donoghue handed today’s graduates select words of advice, offering them a biographical rhyming verse meant to inspire a pursuit of passions, regardless of social expectations.
Researchers confirm pine bark extract could reduce cataract risk
A winter after discovering Canada for France, Jacques Cartier’s exploration crew started suffering and dying from the dreadful scurvy disease in 1535. But thanks to an Iroquoian healer, they were miraculously cured by a tea made from pine bark.
Research: Exercise may snuff out pregnancy smoking cravings
New research from Western shows pregnant women wishing to quit smoking should exercise; just 15-20 minutes of walking is enough to stave off most tobacco cravings.
UWOFA honours work of students
Each year, the University of Western Ontario Faculty Association (UWOFA) awards scholarships to outstanding students from across all 11 faculties at the university. These awards are funded by UWOFA members, reflecting their commitment to students and to the university community. Winners were honoured at an event Monday in the Dr. David S. Chu International Student Centre, Western Student Services Building.
Krishna takes a memorable Rhode to elite scholarship
Among a class of 83 new members from around the world, the Western alumna, BHSc’13, stands as the 22nd Rhodes Scholar in the university’s history.
Krishna named among 11 Canadian Rhodes Scholars
Among a class of 83 new members from around the world, the Western alumna, BHSc’13, stands as the 22nd Rhodes Scholar in the university’s history.
Postdoctoral Research Forum set for Nov. 28
The third annual Postdoctoral Research Forum, Thursday, Nov. 28, in the Great Hall, was created by the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, to foster scientific interaction, interdepartmental collaboration and garner greater exposure and recognition for the postdoctoral scholars’ invaluable work.
Meighens encourage grads to help society, each other
Western honours Michael and Kelly Meighen for their generosity and dedication to philanthropy and public service.
Dedication fulfills young alumnus’ ‘Wish’ for others
For Tom Cheung, the game-changer was a project in his final year of university.
Alumna’s hard work, continued education and passion help save lives
From London, Ontario to London, England, Jannah Wigle has transitioned a Bachelor of Health Sciences degree from Western to a position with U.K.-based Options Consultancy Services, a maternal and newborn health program in six African countries, including Malawi.
Student born into fight for mental health awareness
Deana Ruston calls herself a fighter. In fact, she is proudly sporting a new tattoo on her forearm these days, one that reads, “You’ve been a fighter since the beginning; keep fighting.”
Trudeau: Comfort, alleviate suffering and offer hope
Nurses have an admirable passion, commitment and gift allowing them to help and comfort those who are suffering, said author and mental health advocate Margaret Trudeau.
Donoghue: There’s more than a dash of fluke in all success
Award-winning author Emma Donoghue handed today’s graduates select words of advice, offering them a biographical rhyming verse meant to inspire a pursuit of passions, regardless of social expectations.
Researchers confirm pine bark extract could reduce cataract risk
A winter after discovering Canada for France, Jacques Cartier’s exploration crew started suffering and dying from the dreadful scurvy disease in 1535. But thanks to an Iroquoian healer, they were miraculously cured by a tea made from pine bark.