July 7, 2023
Kelly Meighen (Photo source: V. Tony Hauser)
Kelly Meighen, BA’71, LLD’13, has been named the university’s 24th Chancellor. Through both the Meighen Family Foundation and her individual efforts, she has made a profound impact on youth mental health, the arts and non-profit governance in Canada.
Damage from an EF4-rated tornado (Photo source: Northern Tornadoes Project)
Researchers with the Northern Tornadoes Project have determined the tornado that sliced through Alberta on July 1 is among the most powerful ever recorded in Canada, with an EF4 rating.
Study author and Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professor, Dr. Doug Fraser (Photo source: Children’s Health Research Institute)
New research has found patients with long COVID have unique blood plasma patterns which could lead to a potential drug target for treatment.
Order of Canada medal (Photo source: Governor General of Canada)
Five alumni and an honorary degree recipient were recently recognized for their extraordinary contributions and named to the Order of Canada, one of our country’s highest honours.
Natalie Thirsk (Photo source: Kosuke Media)
Mustangs sprinter and third-year nursing student Natalie Thirsk is in Paris as a member of the Canadian team at the World Para Athletics Championships.
Labatt Memorial Park, London, Ont. (Photo source: Steve Anderson; Graphic design: Rob Potter/Western Communications)
In his new book Bright Lights, Black Stars, alum Paul Allen recounts the stories and athletes of Canada’s oldest semi-pro league, including the late professor and coach Jack Fairs.
Working at Western
(Image source: Rob Potter/ Western Communications)
Complete the Inside Western survey by July 15
Complete this brief survey to share your feedback and help shape the content and frequency of future issues of Inside Western. Provide your name and email at the end of the survey for a chance to win one of three $50 Western Eatery gift cards.
Western’s Farmers market on campus
Visit Western’s Farmers market every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the open space in front of McIntosh Gallery. With fresh produce and delicious baked goods, you’ll be stocking up every week.
Photo of the Week
Students, faculty and staff gathered at Concrete Beach for a lively celebration of our 2SLGBTQIA+ community on Wednesday in celebration of Pride month. A highlight of the event was a performance by third-year creative arts and gender, sexuality and women’s studies student Drag Queen Zaira Cruz. (Photo source: Darryl Lahteenmaa/Western Communications)
Coming Up
Kristian Crossen (Photo source: Western Communications)
July 12 (11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Cook with executive chef Kristian Crossen
Hosted by Living Well @ Western, join executive chef Kristian Crossen in Sommerville House to get tips on cooking healthy, delicious food on a budget and leave with the food you prepare. Registration is limited.
July 13 (12:10 to 12:50 p.m.)
Mindful self-compassion: Lunch & Learn
Mental health counsellor Martha Elliott will introduce mindful self-compassion and lead participants in a guided meditation. Learn about the connection between self-compassion and gender-based sexual violence prevention and recovery. Thames Hall, room 3118. Light snacks and refreshments provided.
July 14 (12 to 1:15 p.m.)
Colourful histories: Exploring local queer and trans movements
Join The 519’s Education and Training team for a virtual session to hear the story of Pride and deepen your sense of local history.
Western in the News
David Sills, executive director of the Northern Tornadoes Project (Photo source: Frank Neufeld)
The Globe and Mail (front page)
Alberta tornado among the most powerful in Canadian history
The Northern Tornadoes Project and their collaborators determined the July 1 tornado in Didsbury, Alta. was an EF4 tornado, one of the most powerful ever recorded in Canada.
CBC The National
The Moment: A supermoon dazzled people around the world
Physics and Astronomy professor Jan Cami discusses how this month’s ‘supermoon,’ can be seen at night.
The National Post
A 'gargantuan' sunspot erupted. Everything you need to know about the solar event and how it impacts Earth
In this Q&A, Sarah Gallagher, Physics and Astronomy professor and Western Space director, explains the solar flare that was unleashed by a sunspot over the weekend and the implications for Earth.
CTV National
Fallout of Israeli push in West Bank
Law professor emeritus Michael Lynk shared his thoughts on the military operation launched by Israeli forces in the city of Jenin in West Bank.
Commentary
Market Lane Park in Toronto, Ont. (Photo source: André Ribeiro/Wikimedia Commons)
In The Conversation, Western researchers discuss five characteristics deemed most important to make a community more welcoming to newcomers.
