#WesternU is launching a new undergraduate program in public health. Developed by #SchulichMedDent and the Faculty of Health Sciences, it brings together training in biomedical science, health systems and policy. “Students need an understanding that stretches from cells to society." @westernu.ca

#WesternU engineering prof Mohamed Zaki and a team of students played a central role in the technical design of a new autonomous #EV concept unveiled at the Canadian International AutoShow last week. Project Arrow Borealis brought together more than 80 partners from across the country.

Ivey Business School's full-time MBA has been ranked Canada’s top program and 74th globally by the Financial Times, its highest ranking since 2012. @iveybusiness.bsky.social #WesternU

It’s National #FlagDay! 🇨🇦 Canada officially adopted the Maple Leaf in 1965, but we're not the only country to consider changing our flag. 🍁 In a piece for @ca.theconversation.com co-author Tristan Sheppard of Western Law explains two seemingly similar debates with varying results.

A 42-year championship streak? #WesternU's men's squash continued a stellar record with an OUA title, echoed by the women's squash team. The big week continued with a national win for the cheerleading squad and silver OUA medals for both wrestling teams! 🥈 @westernmustangs.bsky.social

Meet #WesternU curator-in-residence Yan Zhou, who's tackling environmental and social justice through art. Her exhibition 'Diaspora Climate' and a student response 'Being, Traced' both open Feb 12. "I want to engage with the community from the beginning and develop ideas together."

Caroline Ehrhardt is redefining what it means to be an athlete. After a sports injury changed her career trajectory, she became a coach, leading student-athletes with a focus on compassion and empowering them to reach their potential beyond sport. #WesternU #TheImpactProject buff.ly/27LqApL

Bob Barney, the founding director of Western’s International Centre for Olympic Studies, has attended 11 Games all over the world, starting with the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal. Read more about his life and journey and #WesternU’s own storied history at the Games. ⬇️

Read about how Dr. Cohen Chaulk’s unlikely path to medicine shaped how he trains as a surgeon: www.schulich.uwo.ca/about/news-e...

“Sport brings communities together across a huge country. It unites us. It inspires us.” Canadian Olympic Committee CEO and #WesternU grad David Shoemaker sees firsthand how sport unites us, even amid global uncertainty. Learn how he is all in on helping shape Canada's future on the Olympic podium.

CBC’s long-running science radio program Quirks & Quarks did a deep dive on nuclear power, which featured expert insight from #WesternU researchers Samantha Gateman and Jamie Noel, who are developing safer and more effective techniques and technologies.

From prenatal cannabis exposure to investigating the business of family medicine, #WesternU researchers are receiving $10.7M in new grants from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to advance impactful research projects. @schulichmeddent.bsky.social

With input from across campus, #WesternU has launched its new Climate and Sustainability Strategy, shifting from conserving energy and resources to embracing a regenerative future grounded in restoration and renewal.🪴 🌍 #AllinWesternU on building a better future for Canada & the world - read more.⬇️

As we gear up to cheer on Team Canada, excellence behind the scenes matters just as much as on the ice. 🏒🇨🇦 Vanessa Stratton, manager of business operations with #WesternU Sports & Recreation, will take on a critical role as an officiating coach for women’s hockey at the #MilanoCortina2026 Olympics.

Thomas Irish is exploring how experiencing disability shapes self-identity. Drawing from his own lived experience, he helps other deaf athletes explore their identities and build confidence through storytelling. #WesternU #TheImpactProject buff.ly/mxuKGss

🎻A viola quartet from Western recently took the stage at the 50th International Viola Congress in Paris, joining hundreds of violists from around the world. Four music students, along with prof Sharon Wei, performed "Sounding Tornadoes", a lecture recital collaboration with @westernuntp.bsky.social

How can #AI improve health care? Helen He, a #WesternU grad student in biomedical engineering and recipient of a Vector Scholarship in AI, is using machine learning and advanced lung imaging to develop tools that will lead to personalized asthma treatment.

This year, #WesternU is celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth with the theme Black Joy, Glory and Reclamation, inviting community members to embrace moments of joy, uplift Black excellence & reclaim narratives that affirm Black identity. 🔗 See details on the event lineup: blackhistory.uwo.ca

Using buy now, pay later? It feels convenient to break up a large purchase into several installments, but Ivey marketing professor Miranda Goode explains how it can impact your choices and spending. @iveybusiness.bsky.social #WesternU #budgeting #finances

Congrats to Auriane Egal, physics & astronomy adjunct professor and astrophysicist, on being named Radio-Canada's #Scientist of the Year for her work completing the first-ever comprehensive study of an #asteroid tracked from space through to its impact on Earth! @rci.bsky.social ☄️

💊💩 Fecal microbiota transplants or 'poop pills' – yes, you read that right! – can dramatically improve cancer treatment and side effects, #WesternU researchers and collaborators have found. New studies represent a giant step forward for kidney, lung and skin cancer treatment. @lhscri.bsky.social

Just in time for the #Olympics! #MilanoCortina2026

Schulich professor Dr. Manuel Montero-Odasso is reshaping how we understand #HealthyAging, showing mobility and brain health are deeply connected and combining physical and cognitive training can improve quality of life for older adults. #WesternU @schulichmeddent.bsky.social

#WesternU earns global award for its sustainable procurement program, which empowers staff to drive positive change through responsible purchasing decisions. 🪴 #Sustainability

Chris Guglielmo is tracking migratory birds using mini electronic tags. By transmitting data to stations around the world, his team helps drive global conservation through open, shared data — today and for the future. #TheImpactProject #WesternU buff.ly/DdAzAYq

HIV isn’t a single virus. It’s a constantly shifting challenge shaped by biology, inequity and global access to care. #WesternU researcher Eric Arts and others are all in on advancing innovations in detection, treatment and prevention – charting a path for improvements worldwide.

Fifth-year #WesternU student Sophia Slabon made a course correction that led her to global learning, community collaboration, fieldwork in geographical sciences and publishing research as an undergrad. 🌍 Read how she's working to future-proof the planet. ⬇️ #AllinWesternU

Our #MovementMonday speaker today was @silvereyedom.bsky.social ! Special not only because we learned about how she combines social evolution of song with genetic change to understand island birds, but also, @westernu.ca alum from both Mac-Shack labs!

CBC featured the SuperAging Research Initiative led by #WesternU professor Angela Roberts. "What superagers are teaching us is, social interaction is not just important, it's really important in later age." www.cbc.ca/news/health/...

From #vaccine mismatch to dominant strains, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Jennifer Guthrie explains what's driving the surge in #flu cases this season and how to protect yourself. #WesternU @schulichmeddent.bsky.social

The Legal Information for Sexual Assault program has expanded its eligibility to support anyone living in London and Middlesex County. Run by volunteer lawyers and supported by #WesternU law students, the program offers free, confidential legal information for survivors of sexual assault. #LdnOnt

Up to $2.9M from Health Canada’s Oral Health Access Fund will go to #WesternU’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry to expand care for communities that continue to face barriers. @schulichmeddent.bsky.social

Once #viruses get in, they can be hard to get out. Western University virologist Stephen Barr joined CBC Quirks & Quarks to chat about his research uncovering how #HIV hides in the human body. @schulichmeddent.bsky.social 🎧 Listen here: www.cbc.ca/player/play/...

As a freelance journalist, #WesternU law student Max Gao has interviewed some of the world’s biggest stars, from Jennifer Garner to Lisa Kudrow to Ricky Martin. What started as a love of storytelling grew into a passion for amplifying underrepresented voices and using his skills to make an impact.

#WesternU alumni and faculty were recognized among the top 20 under 40 in #LdnOnt. The annual list from London Inc. Magazine celebrates local leaders with outstanding business achievements and community involvement. @westernualumni.bsky.social

Jackson Findlay is building a culture where volunteering transforms lives. A former Mustangs Athlete Student Council leader, he continues to inspire student-athletes to get involved and demonstrate the lasting impact of meaningful connections. #WesternU #TheImpactProject buff.ly/jdTD1fZ

The Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards are now open for #WesternU faculty nominators. This initiative supports the recruitment of exceptional doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers who are ready to go #AllinWesternU. Doctoral award: buff.ly/VaFQueg Postdoctoral award: buff.ly/f3y99X5

#WesternU celebrates the @westernualumni.bsky.social appointed to the Order of Canada and to the City of London's Mayor’s New Year’s Honour List. #PurpleAndProud 💜🏆🎉

From examining elephant behaviour in South African national parks to writing a post-apocalyptic novel set in southern Ontario, the 2025 Western Libraries Undergraduate Research Award recipients explored topics spanning history, public health, conservation and creative writing.

The live monthly testing of #WesternU’s emergency weather siren will take place today, Wednesday, January 7, around noon. Unless otherwise notified, this is only a test and no action is required. Learn more: uwo.ca/weather_sire...

“It’s a no-brainer,” or is it? Idioms like this can confuse even advanced English learners. In a new piece for @ca.theconversation.com, #WesternU education professor Frank Boers explains why.

Radiation therapy used to treat heart condition in milestone project. Researchers at Western, London Health Sciences Centre explore how cancer therapy could transform cardiac care. news.westernu.ca/2025/12/radi... #CdnPSE @westernu.ca

New year, same #resolutions? You’re not alone. Albert Malkin, professor of applied psychology at #WesternU, breaks down why habits are hard to change and offers tips for setting goals that stick. #NewYears2026

It was a milestone year for #WesternU, marked by global honours, research breakthroughs and community impact. As 2025 comes to a close, Western News looks back on a few of the standout moments that shaped the year.

It's the last day of exams! 🎉 Wishing you a joyful holiday season and happy new year as you enjoy your well-deserved break. 💜 We look forward to all that 2026 has in store. Please note: #WesternU will be closed for the winter break from Tuesday, December 23 to Sunday, January 4.

Looking to wrap up a 25 in 2025 reading challenge? 📚 Need a dose of holiday gift inspiration? Writers from the #WesternU community have you covered, from pets to poetry, business to basketball.

The Canada Impact+ Research Chairs Program allows us to welcome outstanding, internationally based researchers to #WesternU to tackle some of today’s most pressing challenges. We look forward to connecting with scholars who are ready to go #AllinWesternU. www.uwo.ca/research/can...

Four new research chairs will transform patient care thanks to a $16.5M investment. The head-to-toe research spans neurology, cardiovascular care, kidney care & orthopaedic surgery @schulichmeddent.bsky.social & @lhscri.bsky.social #AllinWesternU

The next issue of the Western Alumni Magazine is here! Our cover story features #WesternU researchers addressing challenges ranging from agricultural inequities and food security to nutrition, food literacy and waste reduction. Read now: magazine.westernu.ca?utm_source=s...

From a holiday donation drive and a thriving circular market to a new platform to swap campus furnishings, students and staff across #WesternU’s campus are leading initiatives to keep usable items in circulation and avoid excess waste. ♻️