November 27, 2018

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Mustangs lose Vanier Cup 34-20 to Laval

Western’s winning streak ended Saturday, in the game they wanted most, in a 34-20 Vanier Cup loss to football powerhouse Laval Rouge et Or.

Fast E.coli test keeps bad food off shelves

A new E.coli rapid testing kit developed by researchers at Western is revolutionizing food safety testing by producing results within hours, not days.

Library reno consultations to start

Western’s largest and busiest library is “past-due” for a revitalization, and detailed consultations on its transformation will take place with the campus community during next few months.

Neuroscience grants promote teamwork

Two of the world’s most accomplished neuroscience centres - Western’s BrainsCAN and McGill’s Healthy Brains for Healthy Lives - are sharing their expertise in seven ground-breaking team projects.

Western Cares Food Drive

Campaign kicks off across campus

The London and Area Food Bank provides emergency food for more than 3,300 families a month. In support of the community-wide Business Cares Food Drive, food donation bins will be located across campus from Dec. 3 - 17. Your support is appreciated.

United Way

Still time to show your local love

November is a busy time of year on campus and if you've been meaning to support our local United Way’s efforts to make a community where everyone matters, now is your chance. $1 a week sends a youth to Homework Club where they get extra help in a supportive environment.

Instagram

Inspired by their granddaughter’s courage battling epilepsy, Western Chancellor Jack Cowin, and his wife Sharon, have donated $2.5-million to take #WesternU epilepsy research to new heights.

Twitter

Isaac Luginaah, @WesternU professor of Geography, named as a Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences. @AASciences recognizes individuals who have excelled in their fields of expertise, and who have contributed to developing their fields in Africa.

In-hospital counselling can save lives of opioid heart patients in London

Scientists at the Lawson Health Research Institute and Western look at how to best treat the patients and improve their chances of survival.

Testing kit offers promise in identifying E. coli-contaminated lettuce before it hits store shelves

A new rapid testing kit developed at Western University could detect E. coli in romaine lettuce long before shipments hit grocery shelves, according to researchers.

with Chantelle Richmond

Geography professor Chantelle Richmond, Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Health and Environment, tells of hard truths, a TV show with all the feels, and music to move you on Read. Watch. Listen.