December 2, 2022
Western's Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry has various teaching dental clinics that provide oral health care to Londoners with disabilities and those who can't afford care. (Photo source: Mac Lai/Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Communications)
During a visit to a Schulich Medicine & Dentistry teaching dental clinic, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced eligible Canadians can now apply for the new Canada Dental Benefit. University leaders say the benefit is a step in the right direction for improving health equity.
Catherine Ivy and Alex Veinot (Submitted photos)
From polymers to bird physiology, research by two Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship recipients covers exciting new ground. Catherine Ivy and Alex Veinot will receive $70,000 a year for two years for their research.
Through hair analysis, a new study has found adolescent females who experience war are at much greater risk of PTSD than those who do not. (Photo source: Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Communications)
Adolescent females are at greater mental health risk from conflict-related trauma, according to a new study out of Schulich Medicine & Dentistry’s Drug Safety Lab. The research analyzed the relationship between war exposure, current living conditions, hair cortisol concentrations and post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms.
Joseph Rovetti, Sohini Chatterjee, and Luis Menéndez Guerrero (Submitted photos)
PhD candidates Joseph Rovetti, Sohini Chatterjee and Luis Menéndez Guerrero have been recognized for leadership and scholarly achievement and will receive $50,000 annually for three years as recipients of the 2022-2023 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships.
FIMS professor Selma Purac sat down with voice actor Eric Bauza to talk about consumerism in children’s television as part of a new series launching on CBC Gem. (Photo source: Fathom Films)
Faculty of Information and Media Studies professor Selma Purac studies the children’s marketplace, youth consumer culture and children’s advertising, and recently sat down with Looney Tunes voice actor Eric Bauza to talk about the influence of cartoons on our lives as part of a new CBC Gem series called Stay Tooned.
Tasman Tantasawat, Meika Sonntag, Patricio Flores, Yanet Campbell Secades and Ethan Allers will join the Symphonia for all of the main stage full orchestra programs for the 2022-2023 season. (Submitted photos)
This month, five Don Wright Faculty of Music students will join the London Symphonia for all main stage full orchestra programs and receive mentorship as part of a new fellowship program initiated by Western's Strategic Priorities Fund.
Working at Western
Thames Hall (Photo source: Western Communications)
COVID-19: Vaccine policy update, masking remains in place
After consultation with medical experts and local public health, vaccinations are no longer required for students, employees and visitors. Masks will still be required in instructional spaces in the winter term after the December break.
The Book Store holiday sale
Next week, merchandise at The Book Store will be 20 per cent off online and in-store. Save on clothing, accessories, giftware, general books, toys and games
Excellence in Leadership program
Academic and administrative leaders can deepen their skills by registering for a workshop. New programs for 2023 include "Meetings that Work" with Betty Pries, CEO and senior consultant, Credence & Co., and "Leading Change: From Plan to Action" with Maria Sanchez-Keane, principal consultant, Centre for Organizational Effectiveness. Learn more about workshop offerings and register today.
Ergonomics - Safety and Well-being
The ergonomics program supports employees to work safely and efficiently by evaluating and providing solutions to different work-related problems. Visit Ergonomics for information on how to modify your work area or contact the health and well-being consultant for your department.
Photo of the Week
Marcy Thomas, Student Experience (left), and Melanie Randall, Faculty of Law (right), present director/screenwriter Sarah Polley with a gift at the advanced screening of Women Talking, her new film based on the novel by Miriam Toews. This sold out event was hosted by Wellness & Equity Education, Student Experience, Law and Feminism Research Group, Faculty of Law, and Arts & Humanities. (Photo source: Lauren Lee/Student Experience)
Coming Up
Wampum Learning Lodge (Photo source: Western Communications)
December 3 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Indigenous winter vendor market
The Wampum Learning Lodge is opening its doors for its first major community event. This is a fantastic opportunity to shop for Indigenous art, goods and food while supporting local Indigenous creators and entrepreneurs.
December 6 (10 to 11 a.m.)
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Women in Engineering is partnering with Brescia to host a memorial in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. The memorial takes place in the Amit Chakma Engineering Building and includes guest speaker Barbara MacQuarrie, community director of the Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women & Children.
December 7 (7:30 to 9 p.m.)
Pop and salsa bands concert
Led by new trombone faculty member Denis Jiron, the pop and salsa bands will share their first concerts, performing a mix of classic and contemporary selections. Admission is free and no advance registration is required.
December 8 (3:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Charting: Popular Music Industry Summit
Students in the Popular Music Studies program are hosting their first-ever Popular Music Industry Summit. Attendees can look forward to a concert and many opportunities throughout the day to ask questions and gain valuable insights from professionals working in the music business. Registration is $10 and includes dinner.
Western in the News
Dr. Alan Getgood (Photo source: Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Communications)
The Globe and Mail
I injured my knee and I continue to have pain. Is my only option a total knee replacement?
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Alan Getgood explains the options for patients after knee injury to help preserve joints in the longer term.
CBC Quirks and Quarks
A record-setting hailstorm in Alberta was a bonanza for scientific hail chasers
Northern Hail Project (NHP) executive director Julian Brimelow and NHP field operations lead Francis Lavigne-Theriault discuss the record-breaking hailstorm in Alberta this past summer and provide a behind-the-scenes look at studying hail.
CNN
Bats use the same techniques as death metal singers to vocalize, study finds
Brock Fenton, biology professor emeritus, shares insight on a new study that he says is an intriguing first step into understanding bat vocalization.
CBC The National
Immigrants help Canada remain G7 nation with most educated workforce
Highly educated immigrants have contributed to Canada’s ranking as the G7 nation with the highest proportion of adults with post-secondary degrees. Education professor Prachi Srivastava provides insight on this new data from Statistics Canada.
Commentary
Dr. Amit Garg (Submitted photo)
A new initiative at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry will bring the right people and resources together to help researchers conduct randomized trials in a more efficient and effective way, says Dr. Amit Garg, associate dean and clinical research professor in the departments of medicine and epidemiology and biostatistics at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry.
