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Western researchers closing in on treatment for long COVID
Oct 28, 2024 · Western University researchers are taking a unique global approach to finding an effective treatment for people living with long COVID. Led by Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Douglas Fraser, the projects represent the first multi-continental research conducted on long COVID, with study sites in Africa and North and South Americas.
Western climbs nearly 60 spots in QS World University Rankings
Jun 27, 2023 · Western University achieved its highest-ever position in the QS World University Rankings, released June 27, 2023. The ranking reflects its strong academic reputation, high employment rate for graduates and its work on sustainability.
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Oct 24, 2024 · First-of-its-kind Canadian study found 10 Ontario children died of an opioid-related cause between 2017 and 2021
Western recognized as one of world’s top 20 universities in new …
Oct 26, 2022 · For the second time this year, Western has been ranked in the top tier of universities around the world for sustainability. Released Oct. 26, the first edition of the QS (Quacquarelli Symonds Limited) World University Rankings: Sustainability ranked Western 17 th out of 700 universities from around the world for social and environmental impact.. Among Canadian universities, Western ranked ...
‘It takes a village’: Western set to welcome students for new …
Aug 31, 2023 · Through Orientation Serves (OServes) on Saturday, Sept. 9, new students partner with non-profit organizations for service activities in support of local communities. Activities this year include meeting local Special Olympics athletes; working with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to create craft kits for children in hospitals; writing cards for local seniors who may be experiencing isolation ...
Western delaying start of winter term, shifting to virtual classes
Dec 17, 2021 · Preemptive measures prompted by increasing Omicron variant concerns. 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.
A bold future together - Western News
Jun 23, 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 the midst of, and now coming out of, a pandemic – why was this the right time to create a new strategic plan for Western?
Western’s notable, quotable year in review - Western News
Dec 17, 2021 · “We’re embedding sustainability into every facet of our operations and research strategies – whether its ‘greening up’ campus open spaces; earmarking ever-higher percentages of our endowments for environmentally responsible investments; or working to bring to life healthier watersheds and new, super-efficient battery technologies.” — Lynn Logan, co-chair of the Presidential ...
"A sense of belonging”: 38,000 students set to return for the new ...
Sep 1, 2022 · Highlights from this year’s OWeek program include the o pening ceremonies concert on Sept. 5 featuring dance/electronic duo (and alumni) Loud Luxury; the One Love rally on Sept. 7, a powerful celebration of diversity and inclusion and a staple of OWeek for more than a decade; Global Village on Sept. 9, a multi-cultural event to celebrate and highlight various cultural groups within the ...