May 12, 2023
Dr. Ivanka Nebor (Photo source: Vasyl Salyga)
University College (Photo source: Western Communications)
Western has earned the top grade and perfect scores in three categories – employability for graduates, internationalization and innovation – in the 2023 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Stars University Ratings, becoming the only Canadian university to obtain the “five stars plus” status.
Studying rural women's resilience in the face of violence
Professor Tara Mantler (Photo source: Chris Kindratsky/Western Communications)
Tara Mantler, a professor of health sciences who specializes in women’s health, has joined a team of researchers to study the impact of gender-based violence on rural women and their resiliency in the face of it.
Ivey Business School (Photo source: Ivey Communications)
Corporate Strategies for Net Zero, a new report from the Ivey Centre for Building Sustainable Value, provides roadmaps for companies to transition to sustainable practices, including reducing emissions and integrating renewable energy.
Shayla Reyes with her exhibit Flip to See Original (Photo source: Faculty of Information and Media Studies)
Master’s student Shayla Reyes’ Flip to See Original exhibit shows how Facebook’s automatic machine translation of bi- and multilingual posts generates misleading or incorrect results, and can lead to miscommunication.
Attendees at last year’s Science Rendezvous event (Photo source: Western Science Rendezvous)
A team of award-winning student organizers are planning this year’s iteration of Science Rendezvous, a free, family-friendly event full of science and art exploration for community members of all ages. The event takes place this Saturday, May 13.
Working at Western
Children participating in a Sport Western summer camp (Photo source: Sport Western)
Registration open for summer camps
Western is offering a variety of summer camps again this year, with options for sports, academics and skill-building programs.
Western Engineering Summer Academy
Grade 9-12 students who excel in math and science will explore different types of engineering, learn about university life and add to their extracurriculars for further enrichment. These week-long courses provide students the opportunity to work in Western’s top research facilities and teaching environments.
Inspiring Minds
Inspiring Minds is a non-competitive showcase celebrating research, scholarship and creative activities pursued by master’s and doctoral students across campus. All graduate students are encouraged to participate. Submissions close June 9.
Photo of the Week
The Western Formula Racing team unveiled their latest creation, the result of eight months of hard work and dedication. This year’s car boasts an array of exciting features that are sure to provide a high-performance driving experience. (Photo source: Western Formula Racing)
Coming Up
Drummer performing with the Mustang Band (Photo source: Western Mustang Band)
May 12 (12:30 p.m. doors open; 1 p.m. start)
Canadian Drumline Association regional event
The Mustang Band will host a Canadian Drumline regional event at Alumni Hall. Supported by the Don Wright Faculty of Music, the competition will feature ensembles from across southwestern Ontario.
May 13 (2 to 4 p.m.)
Celebrate Dr. Pete Fowler
Join your colleagues from the Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic at Alumni Hall to celebrate the life of Dr. Fowler. The Fowler Clinic will be open after the ceremony from 3 to 5 p.m. for tours. Complimentary parking available at Springett and South Valley lots. Accessible parking is available at the Weldon lot. Registration required.
May 16 (12:10 to 12:50 p.m.)
Yoga with Living Well @ Western
This 40-minute class focuses on improving posture, balance, coordination, strength and breath control. Bring your own mat. In the Arts and Humanities Building, room 2B15.
Western in the News
Dr. Wael Haddara (Photo source: Schulich Medicine & Dentistry)
The Globe and Mail
Are AI chatbots more empathetic than human physicians?
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Wael Haddara says for physicians, empathy is more than just words. He says a truly empathetic response may not involve any words at all. It is a moment of silence afforded to a patient who has just received a terrible diagnosis or a voice that conveys a message of caring.
CBC Fresh Air
Exploring the relationship between the Crown and Indigenous peoples in Ontario
The relationship between the monarchy and Indigenous peoples in Ontario predates confederation. Cody Groat, professor of history and Indigenous studies, explains the history of relationships between European monarchies and the Six Nations of the Grand River.
BNN Bloomberg
Believe it or not, some crops grow better under solar panels
Engineering and Ivey professor Joshua Pearce discusses his research showing the use of farmland to both generate solar power and grow crops or raise livestock can raise output and produce a steady income for farmers.
CBC Metro Morning
Beware the label: Mislabeled native plants are hurting biodiversity
Are the native plants you are buying at garden centres actually native to the province? Biology PhD candidate Brendon Samuels explains what consumers should be looking for in order to help protect biodiversity.
Commentary
Students at a White Coat Ceremony (Photo source: Schulich Medicine & Dentistry)
President Alan Shepard and Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Dean Dr. John Yoo discuss the role medical schools can play in improving access to family doctors in the province and suggest schools embrace a more decentralized, distributive approach to educating family physicians.
