May 21, 2019

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Report advocates for adoptive parent leave

A new report calling for paid “attachment leave” for newly adopting Canadian families is reaching the ears of policy-makers in Ottawa, where advocates hope their call finds its way into federal party platforms.

Dimitrov: Unlocking freedom that engages students

Radoslav Dimitrov just throws them in the deep end of some of the world’s most complex issues – and his students love it.

Study dives deep into saving endangered shark

Mackerel sharks are large, fast-swimming apex predators that include Hollywood heavy-hitters like great whites (Jaws), mako (Deep Blue Sea) and the now-extinct Megalodon (Meg). One of the smallest mackerel sharks is the porbeagle - on average less than two metres long, and one of the most critically endangered species of shark, too.

Coley named Western Engineering Dean

Nationally renowned researcher, educator and administrator Ken Coley has been named the next Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, effective July 1, Andrew Hrymak, Western Provost and Vice-President (Academic), announced Friday.

Living Well @ Western

Meditation

Join us for 30-minutes of guided meditation. This practice is a great tool for stress management and can improve focus, clarity of thought, and emotional intelligence.

Centre for Teaching and Learning

Teaching Excellence Series

Interested in learning more about engaging students? Plan to attend the Teaching Excellence session offered by Dr. Peter Felten entitled 'How do we engage students as partners in teaching and learning?' June 3 from 2:45 to 4:00 p.m. in UCC, room 146.

Instagram

Rick will be playing in Calgary & Toronto this week!

Twitter

Congratulations to all the outstanding Women of Excellence recognized at the @YMCAofSWO gala last night in #LdnOnt. We are #PurpleandProud of the six #WesternU connected honourees! 🙌 🥇

Never the bridesmaid, always the ‘Bride’

Hello! His name is Charles Barteet. He prepared a list of favourite things to read, watch and listen. Prepare to enjoy.