Spring 2017

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University College Renovations Well Underway

We are currently in the middle of a major renovation that will prepare University College to house the 21st century academic experience. The result will help to shape the academic goals and aspirations of the Faculty of Arts & Humanities for decades to come. We invite you to learn more about this exciting project.

Alumni Reflect on Life and Careers

In this series, Arts & Humanities students interview alumni about their experiences at Western, challenges faced and their path to careers.

SASAH: Now More Than Ever

Joel Faflak, Director of the School for Advanced Studies in Arts and Humanities reflects on the first graduating cohort of SASAH students.

Alumna Artist receives Governor General’s Honour

Congratulations to Visual Arts alumna Shelley Niro, MFA’97, winner of a 2017 Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts. Learn more about Niro's artwork and her time at Western.

Department of Women’s Studies Celebrates 10th Anniversary

Thirty years ago, Women’s Studies was just an idea at Western. Now, it’s one of the most dynamic and successful programs in the university. The department’s current success couldn’t come at a more needed time.

Responsible Robotics: Shaping a Future with Robots Worth Wanting

The robots are coming, but is ethics keeping pace? Professor Anthony Skelton unpacks the ethical issues surrounding responsible robotics. Learn more at the Rotman Institute of Philosophy’s upcoming lectures and panel discussions March 15-17.

Of Interest

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Shining through: Shauna Sexsmith changed the world by changing herself

Still-life reinvention: Feeding the growing appetite for Erin Rothstein’s hyper-realistic work

Finding her place: Marie Wilson hopes the lasting legacy of her work is a Canada willing to confront its past

Ask her anything: Philosophy professor connects with online community

Alumnus finds his calling behind the camera

Play stands as tribute to one woman’s Triumph

Professor bridges gap in elite collection

Upcoming Events

An Evening with Cameron Bailey, Artistic Director of the Toronto International Film Festival
March 6, 7:00 pm (London, ON)

Western Founder's Day Celebration at the CN Tower
March 7, 6:00 pm (Toronto, ON)

Art Now Presents: Peter Flemming
March 9, 7:00 pm (London, ON)

Panel Discussion: Responsible Robotics
March 15, 7:00 pm (London, ON)

Robot Ethics: What is it and why should we care?
March 16, 7:00 pm (London, ON)

Aimee van Wynsberghe: The Ethics of Ethical Robots
March 17, 4:00 pm (London, ON)

Western Performs! Concert Series: Celebrating Canada 150
March 17, 7:00 pm (London, ON)

McIntosh Gallery 75th Anniversary Exhibitions
March 23 - June 25, 2017 (London, ON)

Fellow Feeling: Practicum Exhibition, Artlab Gallery
March 24, 6:00 pm (London, ON)

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GIVING TO ARTS & HUMANITIES

All gifts to Arts & Humanities stay in our Faculty, helping students reach their academic goals and aiding faculty in the pursuit of new knowledge.

For more information about the Faculty's philanthropic priorities, please contact:
Heather Thomas
Executive Director, Development
Phone: 519-933-5439 x88811

Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Western University
University College, Room 2220
1151 Richmond St., London, ON, Canada N6A 3K7
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