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WEBWestern News Interactive. Western professor Gordon “Oz” Osinski brought astronauts from the Canadian Space Agency and NASA to Kamestastin, also called Mistastin, in northern Labrador for planetary science and lunar geology training. It’s the perfect learning site because the crater and its rock formations – formed by the heat and impact ...
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Western researchers discover potential treatment for ALS
WEBMay 13, 2024 · In a groundbreaking Canadian discovery powered by philanthropy, a team of Western University researchers led by Dr. Michael Strong has uncovered a potential path toward a cure for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The breakthrough, which illustrates how protein interactions can preserve or prevent the nerve cell death that is a hallmark of ...
Building better batteries key to Western’s role in growing electric ...
WEB21 hours ago · A colossal change, both literally and figuratively, is on the horizon for southwestern Ontario’s economic landscape, and Western is set to play a pivotal role. Volkswagen, the world’s largest automaker, is preparing to build a massive, $20-billion electric vehicle (EV) battery cell gigafactory in St. Thomas, Ont., just 30 kms from campus.
"A sense of belonging”: 38,000 students set to return for the new ...
WEBSep 1, 2022 · There’s excitement in the air as Western prepares to welcome more than 38,000 students back to main campus and the Forest City for the 2022-23 academic year. “The start of a new school year is such a special time,” said President Alan Shepard. “You can feel the enthusiasm on campus, the sense of eagerness and anticipation students have ...
Western delaying start of winter term, shifting to virtual classes
WEBDec 17, 2021 · By Western Communications, Western is delaying the start of the winter term and moving classes online as the university continues to take safety precautions in light of increasing concerns around COVID-19 and the Omicron variant. Following consultations with health experts and campus leaders, and with the approval of Western’s Senate, Western ...
A bold future together - Western News
WEBJun 23, 2021 · Western’s new strategic plan was approved by the Board of Governors on June 17, 2021. Following months of consultation, Western has released its new strategic plan, Towards Western at 150. President Alan Shepard sat down with Western News to discuss the plan and what it means for the university. In …
Western moves up in QS World University Rankings
WEBJun 9, 2021 · The 2022 Quacquarelli Symonds Limited (QS) Rankings, released June 8, place Western at 170 th worldwide – advancing by 33 spots from its previous position among more than 1,300 universities from 90 countries. At home, the university placed 8 th in Canada and 4 th in Ontario. “We are delighted to be in the top 200 of a …
Plans for a safe return to residence - Western News
WEBSep 2, 2021 · Western is preparing to welcome 5,300 first-year students to nine campus residences over four days – Sept. 3 to 6. Helping the university fulfill its guarantee of residence space to all first-year students who want it, Lambton Hall, an upper-year student apartment, was converted into a suite-style residence for first-year students earlier ...
Western announces phased approach to return-to-class
WEBJan 14, 2022 · By Western Communications, Western is adopting a phased approach to the return to in-person learning, a precautionary move to ensure the health and safety of the campus community. Beginning Jan. 31, all second-, third- and fourth-year undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as second-entry professional programs, will …