Five students, two scholars-at-risk to receive ‘wrap-around aid’ amid international crisis
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Beyond 215 hours of mourning: A statement to the community
We all have a role to play in championing and sustaining Indigenization and decolonization
‘Thriving Educators’ cultivate caring campus community
As Western’s student affairs professionals learned how best to support students, they found support in each other.
Western budget makes bold, new investments in university’s mission
Board of Governors passes 2021-2022 budget
Michael Kim to become new dean of Western’s Don Wright Faculty of Music
The Juilliard-trained pianist is also an accomplished academic administrator.
Provost Andrew Hrymak pivots to special advisor role for sustainability and partnerships
After leading Western’s academic operations through the tumultuous COVID-19 pandemic, Professor Andrew Hrymak will take on a critical new role in building Western’s future, as special advisor to President Alan Shepard on industry partnerships, the green economy, and sustainability.
New office elevates Indigenous presence across campus
Western efforts to bring Indigenous voices to the leadership table and an Indigenous presence to all levels of work, study and research across campus will have a permanent advocate in the Office of Indigenous Initiatives.
Advanced Manufacturing pivots to face shields
Western teams across campus are supporting production of low-cost, substantively effective medical face shields that could be in hospitals for health-care workers within days if not hours.
Yoo: Relationships central to success
Understanding the value of relationships came early for Dr. John Yoo. And that philosophy will continue on as he prepares to step into his new role as Dean of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.
Remember 30: The École Polytechnique Massacre
It stands among the darkest days in Canadian history. On Dec. 6, 1989, 14 women were murdered at École Polytechnique de Montréal in what remains the deadliest mass shooting in the country’s history. Twelve engineering students. One nursing student. One university...
Remember 30: Equity leaders
When I think about Dec. 6, 1989, I remember the feelings of that day – the shock and the horror that grew with each image and story that began to emerge.
Brunette-Debassige, White earn Atlohsa Awards
Western community members Candace Brunette-Debassige and Jerry White were named among seven honourees earning Atlohsa Peace Awards for their contributions in the spirit of truth and reconciliation.
University input sought on open access
Western is seeking the university community’s on open access and scholarly publishing.
Architect named to shape new Indigenous space
Redquill Architecture, led by Wanda Dalla Costa, a firm that specializes in Indigenous architecture, planning and design, has been enlisted to help the Western community shape a new Indigenous space on campus.
New fund targets significant strategic projects
Western leadership will have more ability to capitalize on significant strategic projects, such as securing national research facilities or investing in global partnerships, thanks to the creation of a new $250-million fund, the Board of Governors announced at its regular meeting last week.
Education Library circles into Indigenous centre
One of the most remarkable spaces on campus will take on new importance as Western creates a new Indigenous learning and gathering space, as outlined in its Indigenous Strategic Plan.
Weese lands International, Leader Academy roles
A familiar name will bridge Western International to a new leader – all while helping shape senior leadership skills across campus.
Western, London welcome the world this summer
The world comes to Western this summer in a big way during an intense few weeks of conferences and gatherings that will bring economic heft and international flavour to the city.
CRC push opens doors to diverse applicants
Western has opened the Canada Research Chair (CRC) application process in a special call for candidates who demonstrate research excellence and who meet equity, diversity and inclusion criteria.
Coley named Western Engineering Dean
Nationally renowned researcher, educator and administrator Ken Coley has been named the next Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, effective July 1, Andrew Hrymak, Western Provost and Vice-President (Academic), announced Friday.