Community Connections 2021 Virtual Program

We couldn't bring you to Community Connections...so we're bringing Community Connections to you! 

Follow through the program below to learn how to engage with your unique strengths and design your ideal Western experience.

STEP ONE: Take the Strengths assessment

We use a strengths-based approach because we believe all students can leverage their talents to carve a unique path on their academic journey. We use a tool called CliftonStrengths that helps you discover and use your talents successfully. 

FIRST: Complete the CliftonStrengths Assessment! (about 40 mins)

  1. Visit our Strengths Website 
  2. Click the big purple button "Take the Assessment" and review the privacy notice before clicking through to the assessment. 
  3. Follow the onscreen instructions to 'Sign Up Now' for a Gallup account. 

Note: you will need to create a new account using your Western (@uwo.ca) email address (ex. jdoe78@uwo.ca) 

  • Once registered, you will be able to take the CliftonStrengths assessment. Please give yourself 40 minutes of uninterrupted time to complete it. When in doubt, go with your "gut" response. There are no wrong or right answers; it is about being honest with yourself and who you are today. 
  • After you complete the assessment, you will be able to view your Top 5 CliftonStrengths and read how your talents play a unique role in your life.  

SECOND: Read through your Strengths Insight Guide! (about 15-20 mins) 

  1. Please take some time and read through your unique paragraphs of your Strengths Insight Guide - this report is based on your answers and will provide you with unique insights for each of your Top 5 CliftonStrengths. 
  2. To view this guide, log back in to your account and scroll down to the Reports section - from there you can view your Strengths Insight Guide. 


At the completion of the assessment, both you and Western will be able to view a copy of your results.  

STEP TWO: Watch the Strengths session

STEP THREE: Watch the Design Your Western session

TIP: Have some blank sheets of paper handy!

STEP FOUR: Try our digital scavenger hunt

Complete our virtual scavenger hunt by September 6 and you could win a $50 Amazon gift card!

Note: you must sign in using your Western ID to access the scavenger hunt.

Take me to the hunt!