Oct. 24, 2025
Patrick Moynihan (Photo source: Megan Morris/Schulich Communications)
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professor and tuberculosis researcher Patrick Moynihan was named Western’s newest Canada Research Chair (CRC). Seven CRCs, pursuing research on topics ranging from corrosion science to Roman archaeology, were also renewed in the federal funding announcement on Oct. 22. Western received $13.9 million in additional funding to support research infrastructure, security and other indirect costs of research.
Jodi Lynn Maracle (Photo source: Caleb G. Abrams)
Mixed Tyendinaga Mohawk/settler artist Jodi Lynn Maracle joins Western’s department of visual arts as the 2025-26 Indigenous artist-in-residence. Her work explores Haudenosaunee material culture, language and place through traditional hide tanning.
Surface Science Western, a top national facility for surface analysis and materials characterization, is one of the spaces now open to researchers from McMaster University. (Photo source: Western Communications)
Western and McMaster are sharing access to 13 advanced research facilities across both campuses, a three-year pilot project that allows researchers to use specialized labs and equipment, strengthening research capacity and accelerating discovery across Southern Ontario.
(L to R) Western President Alan Shepard and Chancellor Kelly Meighen congratulate students crossing the stage on Oct. 23. (Photo source: Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)
Western News looks back on fall convocation, Oct. 22 to 23. Thanks to all the volunteers who helped make it a success.
Also covered by: The London Free Press
The Impact Project
Explore how the Western community is collectively contributing to meaningful change in the world, today.
Chris Guglielmo (Photo source: Steven Anderson/Western Communications)
Chris Guglielmo: How migratory bird research is creating a better planet.
Coming Up
Oct. 29 (1 to 4 p.m.)
Art Thrive: Earth | Conjuring
Create a seed paper zine, enjoy snacks and watch spooky-themed video art by visiting artists. This free drop-in event is part of a series exploring the elements – earth, wind, fire and water. Ronald D. Schmeichel Building for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Oct. 29 (3 to 4:30 p.m.)
International Faculty-Led Information Session and Networking
Learn more about faculty-led international programs and hear from academic colleagues about their experiences building and leading successful programs. Chu Centre, International Graduate and Affairs Building. Register online.
Oct. 30 (4:30 to 6 p.m.)
Reactionary Futurism: The Rise of Technofascism in Silicon Valley
Join MIT scholar Becca Lewis for a talk exploring how Silicon Valley’s technological optimism can mask reactionary ideologies within its culture. The event is part of the FIMS Rogers Chair lecture series. Register now.
Nov. 5 (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Preferred Vendor Tradeshow
Connect with Western’s preferred vendors, explore sustainable purchasing options and learn more about products and services. Pre-register for a chance to win door prizes. Ronald D. Schmeichel Building for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (main level).
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Middlesex College (Photo source: Steven Anderson/Western Communications)
New ways to support the All in Campaign
Tell your Western story with refreshed PowerPoint slide templates featuring the campaign design and show your Western pride with the LinkedIn header image. Find these assets and more on the brand identity website.
Reminder: Call for honorary degree nominations
The Senate honorary degrees committee is inviting members of the community to nominate individuals meriting an honorary degree.
Temporary road closure: University Drive at Richmond Street gates
University Drive will be closed to vehicle traffic at the Richmond Street gates until Wed., Oct. 29 to complete underground water and sewer work for the new student residence. Vehicles can access campus via Huron and Sunset streets. The south sidewalk will remain open for pedestrian use.
Photo of the Week
Teams from Western pulled a 45,000-pound plane on Oct. 22 at the United Way Plane Pull, helping to raise over $50,000 for the London-Middlesex community. (Photo source: United Way Elgin Middlesex)
Western in the News
In addition to the news above, your colleagues have been featured in the following media outlets.
Alison Doherty (Photo source: Faculty of Health Sciences)
The Washington Post
These two quick tests can tell you if you’re as fit as an 80-year-old elite athlete
Kinesiology professor Alison Doherty explains the importance of understanding older athletes’ physiologies to better promote masters-level sports.
The New York Times
Ontario psychologists clash over how much training is enough
With a proposal on the table to alter qualification guidelines for psychologists, sociology professor Tracey Adams explains why it’s difficult to predict the impact on patients.
The Globe and Mail
Why avoiding risk is the biggest risk in this economy
When it comes to embracing risk in today’s economy, it isn’t always about one big decision, but rather a portfolio of decisions, says Eric Morse, executive director of the Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship.
