October 7, 2022
Researchers, survivors and community members commemorate victims of the Sumpul Massacre at the newly installed memorial site on May 13, 2022. (Photo source: Amanda Grzyb)
As part of a project aimed at preserving the memories of the Salvadoran Civil War, a Western team, alongside survivors and community members, created a memorial on the site of the 1980 Sumpul massacre to remember the lives lost.
Tumi Olaoye (Photo source: The Mint Studio)
Born in Nigeria, Tumi Olaoye came to Canada with her family when she was 11. Now in her fourth year of a biology specialization at Western, she has immersed herself in campus life as a leader on both the University Students’ Council and the African Students’ Association.
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Supported by BrainsCAN, the Optical Neuroimaging Research Group is set to break new ground on an alternative brain imaging technique that uses light rather than magnetic fields to image the brain.
PhD candidate Tanja Grubnic (Photo source: Chris Kindratsky/Western Communications)
PhD candidate Tanja Grubnic is one of five Western community members selected for a Fulbright award, a bi-national program dedicated to academic and cultural exchange between Canada and the United States.
A blooming cannabis plant. (Photo source: Wikimedia Commons)
A team of Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry researchers is working to improve our understanding of how exposure to cannabis during pregnancy may impact the developing brain of the fetus.
Temi Akin-Aina (Photo source: Chris Kindratsky/Western Communications)
Temi Akin-Aina aspires to build a universally inclusive alumni experience as Western’s new associate vice-president, alumni relations. Earlier this year, CBC Quebec recognized her in its Black Changemakers series, featuring people from the province’s Black communities who are giving back, inspiring others and helping to shape the future.
Working at Western
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Staff and leader fall learning days
Celebrate the fall term and join your colleagues at the upcoming staff and leader fall learning days:
The science of belonging (Nov. 2): Rumeet Billan is an award-winning, internationally recognized entrepreneur, learning architect, speaker, author and humanitarian. She will examine what it means to belong at work, the harmful effects of exclusion and the challenges that are faced when trying to create a sense of belonging.
You first: How to change your team from any seat at the table (Nov. 4): Liane Davey is a Western graduate who has worked with Fortune 500 companies from across the globe. Known as the 'teamwork doctor', she is the bestselling author of You First: Inspire Your Team to Grow Up, Get Along, and Get Stuff Done. During her talk learn how you can take steps to help your team get along and be productive.
Registration is open to all staff and leaders.
Cyber safety awareness training
Western's Cyber Safety Awareness Training module takes approximately 35 minutes to complete and is required training for all students, faculty and staff. Due by Nov. 1.
Take a break with Living Well @ Western
Living Well @ Western provides free wellness and well-being activities. October’s activities include a live music coffee house (with snacks), yoga, wellness walks, Don Wright Faculty of Music concert series, museum tours, team and individual wellness challenges, personal and professional development opportunities, financial wellness workshops and more.
Featured job opportunities
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Network Analyst II, WTS (28263)
Deploy, install and maintain configuration of routers, switches, services and other equipment related to the campus data network and data centres.
Landscape Operator, Facilities Management (28212)
Maintain, construct, repair and inspect campus grounds.
Clinical Veterinarian, Research Support, ACVS (27639)
Provide enhanced animal health and welfare, advance the strategic objectives of Animal Care & Veterinary Services and support the mission and values of Western Research.
Photo of the Week
Maimuna Kanyamala from Mwanza, Tanzania, speaks with students during a community event celebrating 20 years of Western Heads East. Kanyamala is a women’s advocate and has been a long-time partner working to implement social enterprise initiatives with probiotic yogurt. (Photo source: Nyren Mo, Western International)
Coming Up
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October 11 (12:10-12:50 p.m.)
Yoga
Hosted by Living Well @ Western, staff and faculty are invited to join a free yoga class at Alumni Hall, room 15. Bring your own mat.
October 12 (12-1 p.m.)
McIntosh Gallery tour
Join McIntosh Gallery curator Helen Gregory on a free guided tour of Hunter Gatherer, a group exhibition featuring artists Nicholas Crombach, Emily Jan, Philippa Jones and Meryl McMaster.
October 12 (6-7:30 p.m.)
Guest concert and masterclass: Kenneth Thompkins, trombone
Kenneth Thompkins, principal trombone with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, will perform followed by a masterclass with current music students. Admission is free and open to all.
October 13 (11 a.m.)
Wellness walk
Join in a wellness walk across campus and through Western's beautiful nature trails. Meet in front of the Biological & Geological Sciences building near the bus stop.
Western in the News
Sociology professor Rachel Margolis (Submitted photo)
The New York Times
Grand-mates: Generations sharing a special bond (and sometimes the rent)
More young adults are moving in with their grandparents in a trend known as “skipped-generation” households. Sociology professor Rachel Margolis says this idea makes sense as more older adults want to age in place and need help doing so.
CBC What on Earth Podcast
Building back better for a warmer world
Glen McGillivray, managing director of the Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction, discusses how rebuilding after post-tropical storm Fiona can be an opportunity to create safer communities.
The London Free Press
Western University to give students credit for Indigenous learning
The newly launched Memegwaanh Indigenous Learning Honour provides an opportunity for students to receive formal recognition for engaging in the work of reconciliation says Christy Bressette, vice-provost and associate vice-president (Indigenous Initiatives).
SportsNet
Hockey Quebec has 'lost confidence' in Hockey Canada; withholding funds
Hockey Canada's reluctance to alter its organizational structure displays a lack of understanding for what's needed while attempting to shield the sport, according to Laura Misener, director and professor of kinesiology.
Commentary
Dr. Vladimir Hachinski, professor, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Photo source: Western Communications)
A world-leading expert in the link between dementia and stroke, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Vladimir Hachinski is the recipient of the 2022 Potamkin Prize. In this excerpt from his Potamkin lecture, he discusses how a positive approach to brain health may help reduce incidences of stroke, heart disease and dementia.
