Nov. 29, 2024
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Ahead of World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professors Jessica Prodger, Jimmy Dikeakos and postdoctoral researcher Mitchell Mumby discuss their work on HIV transmission, the virus's impact on the immune system and the challenges of achieving UNAIDS goals and finding a cure.
Marie Savundranayagam and Anna Garnett (Photo source: Kim McCready/Western Health Sciences)
Health studies professors Marie Savundranayagam and Anna Garnett, in partnership with McCormick Care Group, helped design a new program providing in-home dementia care training to support families and improve care for people living with dementia.
Law professor Sunil Gurmukh, acting dean Andrew Botterell and law student Mona Soliman (Photo source: Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)
A group of researchers including professors and students from the Faculty of Law and the Canadian Race Relations Foundation have teamed up to develop a new research tool to help prosecute hate crimes.
Also covered by: CTV London
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In an article from The Conversation, Ivey professors Diane-Laure Arjaliès and Tima Bansal explore the need for nature-based solutions to mitigate the effects of climate change, the latest installment in the Western News "Our Warming Planet" series.
Also covered by: Yahoo News and Phys.org
The Impact Project
Explore how the Western community is collectively contributing to meaningful change in the world, today.
Greg Kopp (Photo source: Steven Anderson/Western Communications)
Greg Kopp: How collaboration and communication build safer communities.
Coming Up
November 29 to December 20 (Wednesday to Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Green Leaf Café holiday buffet
Enjoy Green Leaf’s holiday and dessert buffet. $35 per guest. Beverages not included. Reservations are recommended.
December 3 (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Carbon Solutions @ Western: Partnering for a greener future
Connect with researchers, industry leaders and sustainability advocates dedicated to reducing environmental impact. Register today. The Great Hall, Somerville House.
December 4 (10 a.m. to noon)
EDIDA Strategic Plan launch
Join the Office of EDI for the launch of Western’s first Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Decolonization and Accessibility strategic plan. Learn more about our priorities and how we can create a more inclusive campus together. Thames Hall Atrium.
December 4 (7 to 9 p.m.)
Book launch and signing: Because This Land Is Who We Are
Celebrate the launch of Because This Land Is Who We Are, with contributing author and geography and environment professor Chantelle Richmond. Wampum Learning Lodge.
December 6 (10 to 11 a.m.)
École Polytechnique Montreal memorial
Gather with colleagues and students on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women to commemorate the lives lost at École Polytechnique in 1989. Amit Chakma Engineering Building, Atrium.
December 7 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Annual Indigenous winter market
Shop for the holiday season while supporting more than 20 local Indigenous creators, artisans and entrepreneurs. Cash is preferred, but some vendors accept debit/credit. Admission is free. Wampum Learning Lodge.
Working at Western
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Looking for ways to share Western's story?
Visit the brand story website to access the Western story video – a powerful tool for presentations, conferences, meetings and other gatherings to showcase Western’s impact in the world, today. You'll also find additional resources to help share our unique stories.
Call for applications: Indigenous Artist-in-Residence
The department of visual arts is offering First Nations, Métis or Inuk artists the opportunity to create new work, engage with the community and collaborate with faculty. Artists with regional connections or those interested in virtual residency components are encouraged to apply.
Supporting student feedback
View a list of strategies to encourage students to complete the Student Questionnaires on Courses and Teaching.
Coffee day for United Way
Enjoy your favourite brew and make a difference. On Tuesday, Dec. 3, support Western's United Way Campaign by purchasing a large or extra-large coffee at these on-campus locations: Tim Horton's, Einstein's, DaVinici's, Chambers Café, Talbot Eatery and all residence dining halls.
Photo of the Week
Jim Moscovich, professor emeritus, and his wife Barbara, MA’68, Dip’71 (centre), pose with members of the student Jazz Combo at an event celebrating the couple's $2.5-million donation in the newly named Moscovich Recital Hall. (From left): Siwon Kwak Jengsuksavat, Stefan Sampy, Noah Green, the Moscovichs, Kiran Steele and Toshi Kawabe. (Photo source: Rachel Lincoln Photography)
Western in the News
In addition to the news above, your colleagues have been featured in the following media outlets.
Yolanda Hedburg (Photo source: Western Science)
CBC London
The harmful effects of using road salt in winter
Chemistry professor Yolanda Hedburg explains her research on the harmful effects of road salt.
Agence-France Press
Extreme weather threatens Canada's hydropower future
Engineering professor Reza Najafi, who is developing new dam guidelines for extreme weather, offers expert insights in an article about Canada’s declining hydropower production.
Toronto Star
Trump’s 25% per cent tariff would lead to pain on both sides of border, leaders say
Ivey professor Andreas Schotter discusses the impact Trump's tariffs would have on the Canadian economy.
