April 26, 2024
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A new Western News series examines the consequences of climate change and highlights our researchers who are confronting the realities of a warming world.
Academic procession (Photo source: Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)
An icon of Canadian athletics, a globally recognized champion of science and an internationally acclaimed novelist are among those who will receive honorary degrees during spring convocation, June 10 to 21.
PhD student Mitchell Mumby (Photo source: Megan Morris/Schulich Medicine & Dentistry)
Western’s world-class research and facilities will be on display when London plays host to the largest gathering of HIV/AIDS researchers in Canada this weekend.
Also covered by: The Morning Show on AM980, CTV London
Jessica Cordes, sustainability engagement coordinator (Photo source: Emma Hyett/ Western Communications)
The Campus as a Living Lab initiative has transformed campus into a dynamic hub for sustainability research, providing learning opportunities for students and contributing to Western’s sustainability goals.
The Impact Project
Explore how the Western community is collectively contributing to meaningful change in the world, today.
Tima Bansal (Photo source: Crystal Carter/Western Communications)
Tima Bansal: How a sustainable future relies on collective engagement.
Coming Up
May 1 (6 to 7 p.m.)
Pow Wow fitness class
Led by Paula Cornelius-Hedgepeth, this class is designed for all ages to get our bodies moving and conditioned through dance-based cardio exercise while increasing our understanding of powwow songs. Wampum Learning Lodge.
May 2 or 3 (TBD)
Wellness walk
Enjoy a wellness walk through Western's beautiful nature trails. Walks are held Thursdays or Fridays. Email Ben at bsouriol@uwo.ca for the schedule.
May 6 (6 to 7:15 p.m.)
How will AI change us? Two ways. Gradually, then suddenly
Learn what generative AI is and its capabilities and limitations during this public lecture by Chief AI Officer Mark Daley, part of London Health Research Day. Register by April 30. Health Sciences Building, Rm 40.
May 8 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Employee health fair
As part of mental health awareness week, tour a variety of health-related displays and learn ways to improve your overall wellness. Alumni Hall, Rm 201.
Working at Western
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Photo of the Week
Western in the News
In addition to the news above, your colleagues have been featured in the following media outlets.
Joshua Pearce (Photo source: Nicole Osborne/Toronto Star)
Toronto Star
Protein bars from recycled plastic bottles? An indoor farm on wheels? Western prof gets innovative with green tech
In a new series profiling environment innovators, Ivey and engineering professor Joshua Pearce shares how he uses solar energy and 3D printing to revolutionize green tech.
The New Yorker
In Justine Kurland’s photographs, a mother and son hit the road
An essay by Lily Cho, vice-provost and associate vice-president (International) and professor of English and writing studies, examining the history and humanity of 19th-century Chinese railroad workers is featured in a detailed review of Justine Kurland’s book, This Train.
Newsweek
Past 'that seemed lost forever' revealed as 200-year-old photos revived
Chemistry professor Tsun-Kong Sham shares his innovative technique for restoring severely tarnished 19th-century photos that were once deemed irrecoverable.
