When a 7.0 earthquake reduced Haiti to rubble, sparking one of the biggest international aid efforts in history, some experts predicted it would take the country a decade to get back to its feet. Far from recovering since Jan. 12, 2010, Haiti today faces more dire circumstances than ever, says a Western expert.
When a 7.0 earthquake reduced Haiti to rubble, sparking one of the biggest international aid efforts in history, some experts predicted it would take the country a decade to get back to its feet. Far from recovering since Jan. 12, 2010, Haiti today faces more dire circumstances than ever, says a Western expert.
An image of UGC 2885 - a majestic spiral galaxy 2.5 times wider than our Milky Way with 10 times as many stars - sparked widespread interest among astronomers, including those at Western, last week.
The University Students’ Council (USC) has transitioned away from its joint president/vice-president slate in favour of a new process and structure that student leaders say will put more emphasis on advocacy and open up the governing body to more students.
You're invited to an introductory session on how to use Omni, our new academic search tool. Instructors will cover some key features and functions and be available to answer any questions you might have about the new tool.
Neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's can make everyday tasks immensely challenging, which is why most people with the disease rely on informal caregivers, often family members, to help maintain their quality of living. This week, hosts Connor Chato and Yimin Chen speak with Lisa Moszczynski, a master's student in Health and Rehabilitation Science, who has been researching the difficulties caregivers face - feelings of invisibility, lack of agency, and inability to access support.
Take a moment to unhitch your mind from worries about the future, to-do lists or regrets about the past when Western Law Professor Thomas Telfer takes a turn on Read. Watch. Listen.
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