June 7, 2024
Penny Pexman (Photo source: Frank Neufeld)
Vice-president (research) Penny Pexman discusses the importance of enhancing supports for researchers and reaching beyond campus to help solve problems locally, nationally and globally.
(From left) Halina and James (Rus) Russell Robinson (Photo source: Windsor Star, March 1968)
A $2-million gift from the estate of Halina and James Russell (Rus) Robinson will give students and scholars access to resources in the emerging fields of military and veterans history.
(From left) Olivia D'Andrea Brooks and Rubiga Thanganathan (Photo source: Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)
Research by health sciences students Olivia D'Andrea Brooks and Rubiga Thanganathan shows the value of Western’s community garden and has inspired changes that expand the garden’s impact.
Roula Hawa (Photo source: Kim McCready/Faculty of Health Sciences)
To help close a gap in the health-care system, professor Roula Hawa is launching a new mindfulness study to create connection, heighten resilience and lower high-risk activity within a population facing many new cases of HIV.
The Impact Project
Explore how the Western community is collectively contributing to meaningful change in the world, today.
Lauren Sano (Image source: Crystal Carter/Western Communications)
Lauren Sano: How to advance equity in the stem cell pool.
Coming Up
June 1 to 30
Biindigen’s 30 Day Indigenous History Month Challenge
Celebrate National Indigenous History month by learning and honouring Indigenous histories and culture. Each day features a resource, event or activity to celebrate Indigenous peoples and support journeys of learning and unlearning.
June 3 to 13
Painted by my hand: Works from the collection of Philip Aziz
This exhibition features paintings, lithographs and photographs from the personal collection of the late London-based artist Philip Aziz. Curated by visual arts professor Cody Barteet and PhD student Natalie Scola, the exhibit is a testament to Aziz's legacy and his contributions to the art world. Satellite Project Space, 121 Dundas Street, London.
June 8 (8:30 to 11 p.m.)
Summer public night at the observatory
Think you’ve found a space rock? Physics and astronomy professor Paul Wiegert will discuss how to tell them apart at the next Cronyn Observatory public night.
June 12 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Western farmers’ market
Stop by the Western farmers’ market and support local businesses every Wednesday in the open space in front of McIntosh Gallery. Pick up plants, fresh fruits, veggies, baked goods and meats while enjoying live music.
Working at Western
(Photo source: Western Communications)
Traffic and parking during spring convocation
Spring convocation ceremonies run daily at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. June 10 to 21. During this time, you may experience more traffic on roads on and around campus. Huron Flats and South Valley lots are designated for parking during convocation for graduates and their guests. On these days, staff are encouraged to park in other areas, where your permit allows.
Western Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (WIDE) Survey
Please take a moment to complete the Western Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (WIDE) Survey. Your input will help inform university policies and decision-making processes moving forward. Complete the survey now.
Volunteers needed: International
ACAC conference
Western will welcome the world to Canada as host of the International Association for College Admission Counseling conference July 7 to 12 and volunteers are being sought to help guests have a great experience on our campus. Hundreds of volunteers have already signed up, but opportunities are still available. Staff and faculty can have their children earn Ontario Secondary School Diploma volunteer hours by joining them on campus as volunteers for these events.
Photo of the Week
Happy Pride month! Western is committed to creating a campus where everyone feels respected, valued and included. This year's Pride activities will be held on campus and virtually, alongside the London Pride Festival scheduled July 12 to 21, 2024. (Post source: Western University and Student Experience on Instagram)
Western in the News
Treena Orchard (Photo source: Faculty of Health Sciences)
The Globe and Mail
Single people are fed up with dating apps and returning to the real world to meet their match
On the heels of her newly released book, Sticky, Sexy, Sad: Swipe Culture and the Darker Side of Dating Apps, health studies professor Treena Orchard discusses how dating apps are programmed to keep users hooked by giving them intermittent wins.
Global News
H5N1 bird flu: Does Canada have vaccines ready for an outbreak?
Health studies professor Maxwell Smith shares insight about Canada's readiness for an H5N1 bird flu outbreak.
TVO
How CERB kept the income gap between white and racialized workers from getting even wider
Gender and women’s studies PhD candidate Andrea Burke explains why CERB was so important.
