July 4, 2025
(Photo source: Sgt Johanie Maheu, Rideau Hall © OSGG, 2017)
Nursing professor Cheryl Forchuk, three Western alumni and three honorary degree recipients have been appointed to the Order of Canada for their contributions to health, research, business and public service.
Also covered by: The London Free Press and The Wallaceburg Courier
Dr. Stephen Pasternak (Photo source: Lawson Research Institute)
A clinical trial led by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Stephen Pasternak at Lawson Research Institute shows cough medicine Ambroxol may offer brain protection and improve symptoms in people with Parkinson’s-related dementia, offering hope for a future treatment.
Also covered by: CTV London, The London Free Press and Independent (UK)
(Photo source: Ozkan Guner/Unsplash)
Education professor Shannon Stewart is developing quality indicators and assessment tools to improve mental health services for children and youth. Her team hopes to reduce wait times, guide evidence-based care and support system-wide planning and accountability.
Danya Carroll (Photo source: Schulich Medicine & Dentistry)
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researcher Danya Carroll shares insights on the critical need to protect both land and Indigenous knowledge through meaningful, community-driven collaboration.
The Impact Project
Explore how the Western community is collectively contributing to meaningful change in the world, today.
Egide Kalisa (Photo source: Steven Anderson/Western Communications)
Egide Kalisa: How children in Rwanda advocate for better air quality.
Coming Up
July 7 and 8 (various times)
Friends of the Gardens plant sales
Looking for flowers to brighten up your outdoor space? Friends of the Gardens hosts weekly plant sales on Mondays and Tuesdays in the garden located southeast of the Biological and Geological Sciences Building. Email info@fogsuwo.ca for more details.
July 9 (10 to 10:30 a.m.)
Smarter Strategies for Startup Growth
Join Western Research Parks every Wednesday until Sept. 10 for a free summer speaker series designed for early-stage teams in biotech, health-tech and innovation. Connector Suite 1, 999 Collip Circle, Western Research Parks.
July 9 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Western farmers market
Support local businesses every Wednesday in the open space in front of McIntosh Gallery. Listen to live music while you shop for fresh fruits, plants, veggies and baked goods from vendors on campus.
July 11 (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Out at the Beach
Enjoy a vibrant outdoor celebration of Western’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies, featuring music by DJ Nic Nemesis. Everyone is welcome. No registration required. UCC Concrete Beach.
Working at Western
(Photo source: Western Communications)
Operational Excellence at Western
Explore new and returning workshops through Western’s Operational Excellence program for administrative staff. Learn best practices in finance, HR, research and data security, including new topics like using AI for operational effectiveness and tools for effective meetings. Register online.
Photo of the Week
On July 2, Eric Morse, executive director of Morrissette Entrepreneurship, welcomed 131 students from across Canada and beyond to kick off the annual Shad Canada program. Hosted at universities across the country, the program offers Grade 10 and 11 students an immersive month of mentorship, innovation and hands-on learning. (Photo source: Morrissette Entrepreneurship)
Western in the News
In addition to the news above, your colleagues have been featured in the following media outlets.
Nick Dyer-Witheford (Photo source: Faculty of Information and Media Studies)
Reuters
AI data-center boom could destroy Big Tech's net-zero plans
FIMS professor Nick Dyer-Witheford examines a new report indicating AI’s data centre boom is jeopardizing big tech’s net-zero climate goals.
CBC News
Demand for 'elbows up' merchandise dips ahead of Canada Day, businesses say
Sociology professor Howard Ramos explains the decline in interest in ‘elbows up’ merchandise.
The National (U.A.E.)
Age of AI: How technology is set to transform government and business in UAE and world
Chief AI officer Mark Daley provides expert commentary on a move to incorporate the U.A.E.’s National Artificial Intelligence System into the government’s cabinet.
