Awareness

Think You’re Safe Online? Cyber Violence Experts Say Otherwise
February 13, 2025Minelle shares key tips to recognize and protect yourself from Cyber Violence. (Read the full article)

Where does our online data go?
May 02, 2023Christine explores what happens with our online data. (Read the full article)

Can the market save the climate? A reflection
April 20, 2023Christine discusses the potential relationship between capitalism and the climate crisis. (Read the full article)

Getting Angry: the Benefits and Challenges to Using Your Voice
January 18, 2023Christine discusses the importance of a collective voice when speaking out against issues of injustice that... (Read the full article)

Thoughts on Etiquette
January 17, 2023Laohnorian shares thoughts on social etiquette and how it pertains to effective communication. (Read the full article)

The Tea on Faith and Disability
April 14, 2022Katie shares what having an invisible disability means to her and more. Tune in! (Read the full article)

Invisibility of the Gender Gap
April 06, 2022After doing some research, Maryam provides us with the reasons STEM is a male-dominated field, and why we... (Read the full article)

The Tea on the Student Accessibility Advisory Committee
April 08, 2022Jalesa and Elizabeth sit down with Havina, the co-chair of the Student Accessibility Advisory... (Read the full article)

Science Guidance: Amel's USRI Thoughts and Reflections
March 14, 2022Amel reflects on their USRI experience through the form of a podcast! (Read the full article)

Black Excellence in 2021
February 14, 2022In honour of Black History Month, here are some notable Black figures and accomplishments from 2021! (Read the full article)

The Struggles of a Second-Generation Canadian
February 04, 2022Read about how Idin grapples with his identity as a second-generation Canadian. (Read the full article)

The Tea on Being a Graduate TA
January 28, 2022Jalesa and Elizabeth sit down with Danica to talk about TAship, accommodations, and more! (Read the full article)

Examining COVID-19's Impacts on Mental Health
January 26, 2022It's no secret that the COVID-19 Pandemic has affected our mental health in a variety of ways. (Read the full article)

5 Ways To Be an Effective Mental Health Ally
January 24, 2022Being a mental health ally is an important step in breaking the stigma. (Read the full article)

What is Blue Monday?
January 14, 2022Learn more about Blue Monday - apparently known to be the saddest day of the year. (Read the full article)

A Letter to Fellow Youth: A Call Out for Hope and Reflections on COP 26
January 07, 2022Scholar's writer Christine reflects on the recent global climate summit COP26. (Read the full article)

The Tea on Being an International Grad Student with a Disability
December 10, 2021Hear Jalesa and Elizabeth talk with Sohini about her experience as an international student with a disability. (Read the full article)

Giving Back to Mission Services of London this Holiday Season
December 08, 2021Olivia teaches us about the Mission Services of London and why they are a great charity to donate to. (Read the full article)

World AIDS Day 2021
December 01, 2021Learn about the importance of World Aids Day. (Read the full article)

Giving Back to the London Community This Holiday Season
November 30, 2021Emily shares 4 London organizations you can give back to this holiday season. (Read the full article)

The Tea on the USC Accessibility Coordinator
November 26, 2021Jalesa and Elizabeth sit down and chat with Lauren Sanders, the USC Accessibility Coordinator. (Read the full article)

Why Movember Is Important To Me
November 17, 2021Navid explains the importance of Movember and how its impacted him. (Read the full article)

The Tea on Barriers to Accessibility
November 12, 2021In this episode of Accessibili-tea, Jalesa and Elizabeth sit down with accessibility advocate, Melanie Stone. (Read the full article)

Coming Together to Stand Against Islamophobia
November 11, 2021Shaowda, a Bengali-Muslim student at Western, shares the importance of standing up against Islamophobia. (Read the full article)

Accessibili-tea: The Tea on Your Hosts
October 29, 2021In this episode, get to know Jalesa and Elizabeth, the hosts of the Accessibili-tea podcast! (Read the full article)

The Pandemic Isn't Over Just Yet
October 25, 2021Jenny shares her experience during the pandemic and reminds us all that it's not over just yet. (Read the full article)

International Lesbian Day: Learning About Lesbian Culture
October 08, 2021Today, October 8th, is International Lesbian Day. (Read the full article)

Steps to Getting Mental Health Support—and Everything Else Along the Way
October 06, 2021Emily shares what she's learned through her own mental health journey with you, the reader. (Read the full article)

What Everyone Ought To Know About Autism Awareness
October 05, 2021Jalesa discusses a few points from an interview with Elim, one of the Co-Presidents for Western Autism... (Read the full article)

Accessible Education: Thanks For Being There
October 04, 2021Learn about the impact that accommodations have had on a student's Western experience. (Read the full article)

Recalling and Recognizing: Celebrating LGBT2Q+ History Month
October 01, 2021October 1st marks the beginning of LGBT2Q+ History Month (Read the full article)

Tips on Becoming an Accessibility Advocate
September 23, 2021Jalesa outlines some steps we can all take to be better accessibility allies. (Read the full article)

Emily's COVID-19 Safe Gathering Tips
September 21, 2021Though it may seem impossible, there are ways to reduce your risk and still have fun during COVID-19 (Read the full article)

This Year For My Birthday, I Got COVID-19
September 17, 2021Hear from a student who got COVID why it's important to follow public health guidelines. (Read the full article)

Doing My Part
September 15, 2021After a year of online learning, Johann is doing his part to preserve this semi-normal school year. (Read the full article)

Why I'm Getting Vaccinated...
July 13, 2021Hear from some students as they share their reasons for getting the COVID vaccine. (Read the full article)

Pride Month 2021: Public Figures and Advocates of the 2SLGBTQ+ Community
June 25, 2021Check out this list of 2SLGBTQ+ advocates from history and the present day! (Read the full article)

The Tea on Disability Studies
June 25, 2021Ashton and Jalesa spill some tea with Rachel, a Disability Studies program graduate. (Read the full article)

Pride Month 2021: Top Recommended Films For Your Watch List
June 18, 2021Consider adding some of these movies to your Pride movie watch list! (Read the full article)

Celebrating 5 Indigenous Leaders For Indigenous History Month
June 14, 2021Let's celebrate Indigenous excellence by learning about inspiring Indigenous figures. (Read the full article)

Pride Month 2021: 2SLGBTQ+ Writers You Should Be Reading
June 11, 2021This Pride Month, catch up on some reading and learn more about the 2SLGBTQ+ community. (Read the full article)

The Tea on Occupational Therapy
June 11, 2021In this episode of Accessibili-tea, learn about Sarah's experience as a disabled student in a... (Read the full article)

Knowing and Respecting the Land You Are On At Western
June 04, 2021As a Western student on campus, it's important to acknowledge, honor, and respect the land you are on. (Read the full article)

10 Things I Wish I Knew About Accessibility Before Going to Western
May 31, 2021Want to know more about accessibility at Western? Give this a read! (Read the full article)

The Tea on Project Echo
May 28, 2021Tune into this episode to learn more about Project Echo! (Read the full article)

Western Starts the Conversation on Pleasure
May 26, 2021Talking about pleasure can be awkward. Let's open the discussion. (Read the full article)

The Tea on the USC Accessibility Survey
May 14, 2021This episode of Accessibili-tea talks about the USC Accessibility Committee and what it does! (Read the full article)

A Conversation with Josh: Talking About Ketamine Infusion Treatment
May 13, 2021Josh talks about his experience with ketamine infusion treatments for his mental health. (Read the full article)

Get to Know Some Inspiring Asian-Canadian Leaders
May 10, 2021To commemorate Asian Heritage Month, we're highlighting some inspiring Asian-Canadians! (Read the full article)

Learning About Asian Heritage Month
May 03, 2021Asian Heritage Month is a time to learn about the journeys and ongoing struggles of diverse Asian communities. (Read the full article)

The Interesting Connection Between Autism and Synesthesia
April 30, 2021Learn about the connections between Autism and Synesthesia. (Read the full article)

Autism and The Job Market
April 29, 2021Moving forward, accessible hiring needs to become a routine practice so everyone has an opportunity to thrive. (Read the full article)

Why This Year’s Immunization Week Counts The Most
April 26, 2021In a COVID-19 world, this year's Immunization Week has greater importance. (Read the full article)

All About Earth Day!
April 22, 2021Learn the history behind Earth day and how you can celebrate and protect the planet. (Read the full article)

5 Ways to Clean Up the Earth
April 22, 2021The Earth is our home, so let's do some spring cleaning. (Read the full article)

Why World Autism Awareness Day Is Important To Me
April 02, 2021Shaowda shares what World Autism Awareness Day means to her. (Read the full article)

Safe Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
March 12, 2021Let's not make this holiday a super spreader. (Read the full article)

2020 Recap: From Countdown to Lockdown
January 06, 2021A summary of the major events from arguably the darkest year of the modern era. (Read the full article)

Women's and Homeless Shelters to Donate to This Season
December 10, 2020For day 10 of Spread The Cheer, we share some local shelters you can give back to. (Read the full article)

Ways to Give Back to Our Planet During The Holidays
December 05, 2020For day 6 of Spread The Cheer, let’s all try to be mindful of the ways we impact our environment. (Read the full article)

Meet Joshua Mootilal: Part One
November 25, 2020Meet Josh, a Western student who wants his mental health story to be heard. (Read the full article)

Meet Joshua Mootilal: Part Two
November 25, 2020Continue reading Josh's story. (Read the full article)

3 Revolutionary Women in Business
November 20, 2020Tirzak shares some powerful and influential female leaders in business. (Read the full article)

Culture NOT Costume
October 28, 2020Dressing up is a fun and integral part of Halloween, but we should be mindful when choosing our costumes. (Read the full article)

Reflections on The COVID-19 Pandemic
September 25, 2020Western students reflect on the importance of following health protocols during COVID-19. (Read the full article)

An Introductory Guide to Creating a More Conscious Closet
September 23, 2020Julia shares how to practise ethical and sustainable fashion. (Read the full article)

How to Survive Living Off-Campus (Plus Pandemic Tips)
September 08, 2020You’re about to live off-campus for the first time – here’s how to make it a smooth... (Read the full article)
New Music Monday: Changing Womxn
August 17, 2020Olivia shares a playlist of music by BIPOC womxn. (Read the full article)

9 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
July 24, 2020As the province opens up, it's important to remember to stay green. (Read the full article)

"OK Boomer"
July 17, 2020"OK Boomer" isn't just a meme anymore; it's a rallying cry for a generation tired of... (Read the full article)

Important LGBT2Q Figures Didn't See in Your History Textbooks
July 14, 2020To kick-off Western and London Pride, let's learn some LGBT2Q+ history! (Read the full article)

Living a Life of Diversity and Duality
July 02, 2020Olivia shares her truth and reflects on the importance of culture in her own life, and the world. (Read the full article)

7 Ways Non-Black People Can Take Anti-Racist Action in Their Life
June 10, 2020It's time for change. We need to take action. (Read the full article)

COVID with Kids
May 27, 2020Erin shares her perspective as a student and a parent during the COVID-19 Pandemic. (Read the full article)
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