Visual Arts' Mexico City course assignments on display
By
Alena Robin , December 17, 2021
Professor Alena Robin's class displays work depicting the transformations of Mexico City from Aztec empire to modern meglapolis
Philosophy Chair, Carolyn McLeod, supervises research on medical racism
By
Debora Van Brenk ,Western News , December 09, 2021
Western research shows that medical racism is one reason for vaccine hesitancy for Black and Indigenous people
Listen: The value of an Arts & Humanities degree
CBC News , December 06, 2021
Dean Michael Milde and current students chat with the CBC about the endless opportunities open to graduates with an arts education
Cameron Bailey appointed CEO of Toronto International Film Festival
tiff.net , November 30, 2021
English alumnus, BA '87 and SASAH advisory council member, Bailey honoured with top reins at TIFF
English PhD '19, David Huebert, publishes short story collection
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , November 26, 2021
The award-winning author will read at a Words event on November 28 from his latest release "Chemical Valley"
Artificial Intelligence event features Philosophy faculty and alumna
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , November 24, 2021
Philosophy professors Carolyn McLeod and Luke Stark will join a panel with recent Governor General's Gold Medal winner, Heather Stewart, on AI and its effects on daily life
Words Festival features more than 50 writers, authors, poets, journalists and performers
By
Joe Belanger ,The London Free Press , November 05, 2021
Virtual festival will run through the month of November with strong Western and Arts & Humanities connections of alumni, students, professors and community
Tom Cull, English and Writing Studies, helms clean-up team
By
Peter Greve ,The Gazette , October 27, 2021
Assistant professor formed Antler River Rally 10 years ago to organize river clean-ups and incorporate students in sustainability activities.
Kelly Greene named first Indigenous artist-in-residence
By
Debora Van Brenk ,Western News , October 26, 2021
Visual Arts alumna, BFA'94, tells stories of ceremony, belief, resilience, defiance, sustainability, hidden histories and identity
Heather Stewart, Philosophy PhD '21, receives Governor General's Gold Medal
By
Paula Menzies Cameron ,Western News , October 25, 2021
The award recognizes academic excellence from outstanding students across Canada
Shani Mootoo receives honorary degree during Fall 2021 convocation
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , October 22, 2021
Visual Arts alumna, BFA '80, and award-winning artist and author accredits Western with the "beginning of where I am now"
Dr. Bipasha Baruah's work featured in ICARDA online
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ICARDA Communication Team ,ICARDA , October 14, 2021
Study reveals rural women in Tunisia are more actively involved in grazing livestock, livestock rearing, and crop production than broadly assumed.
Ivan Coyote to remain Alice Munro Chair in Creativity for an additional year
October 07, 2021
Coyote's extension will allow them to continue to inspire creativity in our students and Western community until July 2023
3 alumni and 1 current student recognized internationally
October 06, 2021
The Global Undergraduate Awards announces winners with Faculty of Arts & Humanities students receiving four prizes
Visual Arts professor, Patrick Mahon, curates GardenShip and State exhibition
September 30, 2021
The show, running October 2- January 23, 2022 features a large cohort of Western graduates and current PhD students
Visual Arts collaborative project, Plastic Heart, featured on CBC
By
Inayat Singh ,CBC News , September 27, 2021
Tegan Moore (MFA 2014) interviewed for exhibit that features work from Synthetic Collective involving professors Kirsty Robertson and Kelly Wood
Philosophers focus on AI ethics
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , September 22, 2021
Postdoctoral associates help students view artificial intelligence from social, ethical lens
In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus, Constant Venesoen
The London Free Press , September 17, 2021
Venesoen was a prolific writer specializing in 17th Century French literature. He was with the Department of French Studies from 1967-95
Spring 2021 English graduate, Akshi Chadha wins regional award
September 16, 2021
Recent president of The Coterie at Western wins prize at The Global Undergraduate Awards
In Memoriam: Professor Emerita, Catherine Ross
Globe and Mail , September 15, 2021
Western English professor and alumna, FIMS Dean, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, Catherine Ross, leaves a legacy of research in reader experience
Languages alum (BA'82, MA'83), Phil Gurski writes book on history of terrorism
By
Debora Van Brenk ,Western News , September 13, 2021
Degrees in French and Spanish helped launch a 32-year career in Canadian intelligence as well as a prolific foray into writing and consulting
Visual Arts PhD candidate, Michelle Wilson, leads exhibition and symposium
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , September 09, 2021
Exhibit at McIntosh Gallery brings attention to bison eradication
Theatre staging plays by late Western English professor, James Reaney
By
Joe Belanger ,London Free Press , September 07, 2021
AlvegoRoot Theatre showcasing "Tales for a Reaney Day" featuring Reaney's short stories, "The Bully" and "The Box Social" from Sept. 10-12
Carolyn McLeod named fellow of the Royal Society of Canada
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , September 07, 2021
Philosophy professor and chair receives prestigious honour for her research and work
New writer-in-residence, Zalika Reid-Benta, discusses her road from student to mentor
By
Zalika Reid-Benta ,Western News , September 02, 2021
Toronto-based and award-winning author joins Western this fall to work with writers in the community
Past student-writer-in-residence publishes book
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , August 27, 2021
Sydney Warner Broomnan, BA'18 English, penned their collection of short fiction, The Pump, while studying at Western
Visual Arts BFA'14, Esmaa Mohamoud, showcases interactive, outdoor art
Artforum , August 26, 2021
"Double Dribble", featured at The Bentway in Toronto, transforms the space into a rainbow-hued basketball court that encourages participation
Alumna, Camie, releases new EP "troubadour"
Indie 88 , August 24, 2021
English and Theatre Studies double major Camille Intson (BA'19), creates beautiful music during COVID
In Memoriam: English Professor Emeritus David Kaula
Globe and Mail , August 16, 2021
Shakespearean scholar, and author of many publications and books, retired in 1988
Exciting classes offered in Arts & Humanities
August 12, 2021
New courses for the 2021/2022 school year - keeping up with developments and advances in pedagogy
In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus, Archie Young
August 05, 2021
Esteemed English professor was a scholar of Sir Thomas More and Desiderius Erasmus
Shelley Niro window display at SATELLiTE Project Space
July 29, 2021
MFA'97 alumna features "Thinking of You" exhibit from August 3 -14
Theatre professor, Kim Solga, begins Teaching Fellowship
By
Mari-Len De Guzman ,Western News , July 23, 2021
Solga's project focuses on Innovations in Interdisciplinary Pedagogy, Within and Beyond Arts and Humanities
Artist Esmaa Mohamoud Examines How Pro Sports Profit from Black Athletes
By
Connor Garel ,The Walrus , July 12, 2021
Visual Arts BFA'14 exhibition "To Play in the Face of Certain Defeat" at the Art Gallery of Hamilton until August 15, 2021.
Student Writer-in-Residence, Ashley Li
By
Francesca DeNoble ,Western News , June 29, 2021
Neuroscience and psychology student brings diverse perspective and leadership skills to her role
“Teaching with Humanity” faculty retreat - June 2021
June 23, 2021
A review of the 2-day virtual event focused on Anti-racist, Decolonizing, and Indigenizing Pedagogical Practices in Arts & Humanities
Class of 2021 grad creates art aimed at helping endangered species
By
Debora Van Brenk ,Western News , June 17, 2021
Jade Williamson, Visual Arts, builds portfolio of wildlife with proceeds going to conservation
Western to celebrate the Class of 2021 on Friday, June 18th
By
Mari-Len De Guzman ,Western News , June 16, 2021
Alice Munro Chair in Creativity and award-winning author Ivan Coyote to give address
Indigenous alumna inspired by grandmother to pursue law
By
Paul Duhatschek ,CBC News , June 14, 2021
Nicole Hill-Dolson, BA'13 (Philosophy and First Nations Studies), works to become judge to help Indigenous communities
Ivan Coyote book, "Care of", released June 8
By
Jeff Renaud ,Western News , June 11, 2021
Read an excerpt from our Alice Murno Chair in Creativity's latest work
Thousands Mourning the Souls of the London Attack Victims
By
Yahya Kharrat , June 10, 2021
Yahya Kharrat, assistant professor of Arabic Studies, recounts the vigil held to honour slain Muslim family
Dennis Garnhum, artistic director at the Grand Theatre, joins SASAH as visiting professor
June 10, 2021
The 4th year SASAH Capstone Seminar will focus on Defining Beauty integrating the classroom and community
Arts alumna elected to Western’s Board of Governors to champion equity, diversity and inclusion
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Debora Van Brenk ,Western News , June 07, 2021
Michelle Banik, BA ’92 (English) and current SASAH advisory council member, brings her diverse leadership experience to Western's Board of Governors
Department of Languages and Cultures announce photo contest winners
June 03, 2021
The 2020-21 contest explores themes of: Literary Escapes, Intercultural Moments, Intimate Spaces Across Cultures, and Journey of Languages
Rotman associate faculty member, Luke Stark, lends voice to AI debate
By
Shirin Ghaffary ,Vox , June 03, 2021
Google struggling with its commitment to ethical artificial intelligence
Jeff Tennant honoured with OCUFA service award
May 28, 2021
Associate professor in the Department of French Studies recognized for his leadership and advocacy on behalf of Ontario's faculty and academic librarians
Theatre professor, Kim Solga, earns 3 year Teaching Fellowship
By
Francesca DeNoble , May 27, 2021The Centre for Teaching and Learning at Western rewards seven outstanding educators each year for the project-based fellowships
English alumnus earns leadership role at Brandon University
The Brandon Sun , May 19, 2021
Dr. Kofi Campbell, PhD 2005, takes role of provost and vice-president (academic)
Centre for Sustainable Curating launches at Western
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , May 18, 2021
The teaching and research hub focuses on environmental and social justice and developing exhibitions and artworks with low carbon footprints
Professor Mary Helen McMurran and undergrad Matthew Dawkins join Embassy Cultural House project
Embassy Cultural House , May 17, 2021
The 3rd year SASAH/English student and English professor to collaborate in a community project to highlight the public humanities and connect the university to the city of London and beyond.
Visual Arts alumnus donates $4 million in art to Western
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , May 14, 2021
John A. Schweitzer, BA Honours Visual Arts '73, hopes to inspire others to give
In Memoriam: Louis Charland, PhD
May 13, 2021
Professor Louis Charland was a cherished and long-standing member of the Department of Philosophy
Student Writer-in-Residence awarded to Neuroscience student Ashley Li
May 12, 2021
The SWIR fosters exchange among aspiring student writers and contributes to the culture of creativity across campus.
Dr. Bipasha Baruah joins Western researchers for COVID-19 strategy
May 11, 2021
Baruah's current research projects focus on understanding how to reconcile economic security, environmental protection and gender equality in the post-pandemic world.
Professor Miranda Green-Barteet co-edits collection launching in May
University Press of Mississippi , May 10, 2021
"Race in Young Adult Speculative Fiction" offers a sustained analysis of race and representation in the YA genre.
Alumna takes on senior leadership role at Penn
By
Leo Charney ,Penn Today , May 06, 2021
Award-winning professor, Karen Defletsen (MA'95 Philosophy) named University of Pennsylvania Vice Provost for Education.
Londoners tapped for Museum 80th anniversary
CBC News , May 05, 2021
Contributors to the Museum London virtual exhibit include A&H professors, past Writers-in-Residence, a graduate student and the President of Western.
Ivan Coyote among the finalists for the 2020 Governor General's Literary Awards
CBC Books , May 04, 2021Alice Munro Chair in Creativity nominated in the nonfiction category for their personal essay collection "Rebent Sinner".
Graham and Gale Wright Distinguished Scholars
May 03, 2021
Congratulations to Kyle Gervais, Classical Studies, and Angela Mendelovici, Philosophy, on receiving the Graham and Gale Wright Distinguished Scholar Award.
Film Studies students succeed over virtual learning
By
Greg De Souza , April 29, 2021
Film Production 3368 awards the Film Aesthetic RGB Trophy in 6th annual festival
Visual Arts Alumna hopes to inspire conversations about race
By
KC Hoard ,Hamilton Spectator , April 25, 2021
BFA'14, Esmaa Mohamoud's exhibition "To Play in the Face of Certain Defeat" at the Art Gallery of Hamilton until August 15, 2021.
Three Postdoctoral Associates in Philosophy Focus on AI
April 20, 2021
Department of Philosophy and Rotman Institute of Philosophy aim to keep up with growing trends in artificial intelligence
A&H Faculty honoured with Western Teaching Awards
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , April 15, 2021
Theatre Studies professor, Kim Solga receives the Edward G. Pleva Award for Excellence in Teaching and Visual Arts professor, Anna Madelska the Angela Armitt Award for Excellence in Teaching by Part-time Faculty.
English alumna eulogizes respected professor
By
Jillian Horton ,Maclean's Magazine , April 09, 2021
Jillian Horton remembers one of her most influential teachers and friend, Michael Groden, and the small creative gambles he made possible.
2nd Year SASAH student to publish novel
By
Lauren Medeiros ,The Gazette , April 01, 2021
Matthew Dawkins on his upcoming book, 'Until We Break', to be released Winter 2022
In Memoriam: Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Michael Groden
March 29, 2021
Western community mourns loss of renowned scholar, professor, mentor and colleague.
Western establishes first EDI advisory council
By
Marcia Steyaert ,Western News , March 27, 2021
Four A&H Faculty members will be part of the newly formed equity, diversity and inclusion advisory council.
A&H Faculty part of Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS) lab
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , March 24, 2021
Michael Anderson (Philosophy), Ileana Paul (French Studies/Interfaculty Program in Linguistics), and Manina Jones (English) work on CAS lab is an interdisciplinary network encouraging cross-campus collaboration.
Commentary: Experts call for research transparency on human challenge studies for COVID-19
By
Crystal Mackay ,Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry , March 23, 2021
Philosophy professor and Pand bioethicist, Dr. Charles Weijer, contributes to British Medical Journal.
Juno nominations reflect diverse talent of alumni, faculty
By
Rachel Condie ,Western News , March 16, 2021
Arts & Humanities alumna, Basia Bulat (BA'06, English) nominated for Juno Adult Alternative Album
Artists respond to the wind, and the work of Northern Tornadoes Project
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , March 08, 2021
'Written on the Earth' exhibit coordinated by SASAH Director and professor, Patrick Mahon, also includes his own work.
Student Writer-in-Residence Call for Applications
March 05, 2021
The Student Writer-in-Residence (SWIR) is a collaborative program held in partnership through the USC and the Department of English.
Eternity Martis, A&H alumna and best-selling author, talks racism on Western's campus
By
Gabby Glasier ,The Gazette , February 26, 2021
Eternity Martis, BA '14, joined us on February 22 to speak to her experience on a predominantly white campus when she was an undergraduate student.
The new words that are helping people cope with the pandemic
By
Brooklyn Neustaeter ,CTV News , February 25, 2021
Michael Iannozzi, Graduate TA in French Studies, speaks of the new words that "reflect what people are feeling" amid the pandemic.
2021 Teaching Excellence Award Winners
February 24, 2021
This year, we honour two winners - Jo Devereux (English and Writing Studies) and Ana García-Allén (Languages and Cultures).
Hope Mahood, 3rd year A&H student, wins JHM Award
February 23, 2021
The John H. McDonald Awards for Excellence in Student Journalism took place on February 21, 2021.
First-year student, Laiba Saqlain, wins film prize
February 22, 2021
Congratulations to first-year student Laiba Saqlain (Film Studies) for winning the second place at the 2021 Western Smartphone Film Festival.
First-year A&H student supporting homeless youth
CBC News , February 12, 2021
Lois Mang-Benza, created the non-profit Jeuns Pionniers, to inspire youth and adults to create social change.
Black History Month a call to spark change
By
Debora Van Brenk ,Western News , February 09, 2021
The month is an opportunity to 'use the lessons of history as a force for change now and into the future'.
Eternity Martis debunks racism and sexual violence on Canadian campuses
By
Danni Olusanya ,The Ubyssey , February 04, 2021Alumna, Eternity Martis (BA '14), as UBC Journalist in Residence addresses the experience of being a young Black woman on campus.
Art, up-close and from a distance
By
Debora Van Brenk ,Western News , February 03, 2021
The pandemic prompted a show of 'separate togetherness' at Western's Artlab.
Dr. Jillian Horton (BA '96) on CBC The Current
CBC The Current , February 02, 2021
Department of English and Writing Studies alumna, Dr. Jillian Horton talks with Matt Galloway about her upcoming book 'We Are All Perfectly Fine' and doctor burnout during the pandemic.
Eternity Martis and Ivan Coyote finalists for 2021 Evergreen Awards
By
CBC Books , February 02, 2021
Western alumna, Eternity Martis ('BA 14) and Alice Munro Chair in Creativity, Ivan Coyote make the list of 10 finalists for the 2021 Evergreen Awards.
Indigenous Awareness Week - February 1-6
January 29, 2021
Please join us online as Indigenous Awareness Week (IAW) goes virtual for 2021.
Indigenous Learning Fund recipients named
By
Keri Ferguson ,Western News , January 21, 2021
Documentary film project led by SASAH professor Laurence De Looze is one of four funded for fostering Indigenous learning and community partnerships.
Coyote brings Active Voice to Western
By
Jeff Renaud ,Western News , January 19, 2021Ivan Coyote, Western’s Alice Munro Chair in Creativity, launches a highly interactive senior-level class to the Faculty of Arts & Humanities that is also a public performance series.
English professor emeritus, Stan Dragland, awarded Order of Canada
By
Western Communications , January 13, 2021
On December 30th, 2020, Stan Dragland was named as a Member of the Order of Canada, "for his contributions to Canadian literature as a writer, publisher and editor, and for his distinguished career as an English professor." Dragland taught at Western for 29 years before retiring in 1999 and relocating to Newfoundland.
Carol Off on The Walrus’ The Conversation Piece podcast: 'This Campfire that is Canada'
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The Walrus Conversation Piece , January 11, 2021
Alumna and host of CBC’s "As It Happens" Carol Off, BA’81(English Language and Literature), LLD’17, urges us to take a step back and look at where we came from. During this period when we can’t get on a plane, travel to see loved ones, or start our next adventure, we can stay connected by sharing stories from different times and places.
Coyote's Forthcoming Book Featured in The Globe and Mail
By
Marsha Lederman ,Globe and Mail , January 08, 2021Alice Munro Chair, Ivan Coyote's forthcoming book 'Care Of' is one of The Globe and Mail's "5 Canadian Books We Can't Wait to Read in 2021".
