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2017
Department of Geography named Esri Canada Centre of Higher Education Excellence
December 15, 2017
The Department of Geography recently signed on to become the 11th Esri Canada Centre of Higher Education Excellence (ECCE).DAN Management study-abroad opportunity “a new model for Western”
December 15, 2017
For seventeen students in the DAN Department of Management & Organizational Studies, the Winter 2018 term will be an experience unlike any other.A strategic partnership to consider the future of manufacturing
December 15, 2017
The Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing, a new provincially-funded organization, has set-up shop in the Social Science Centre, with the goal that the collaboration goes beyond just being neighbours.DAN Management receives transformative $5-million gift
December 11, 2017
The Faculty of Social Science has received a $5-million gift from Aubrey Dan, funds that will help re-shape and expand the DAN Department of Management & Organizational Studies.Understanding our place in the world, through community engagement
December 06, 2017
Anthropology students partnered with the South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre to get first-hand experience working with refugees, through a new community engagement initiative.David Calnitsky joins the Department of Sociology
November 27, 2017
David Calnitsky will join the Department of Sociology in January 2018. His recent research focuses of the “Mincome” experiment conducted in Dauphin, Manitoba in the 1970s.Joanna Quinn selected President-Elect of College of New Scholars
November 22, 2017
Western University Political Science professor's two-year term as President of The College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists of the Royal Society of Canada will begin in November 2018.Gender and the gym
November 21, 2017
Are there typically masculine or feminine activities in a gym? Is weight-training only for men? And cardio only for women? Or is it more complex? Stephanie Coen, a postdoctoral associate in the Department of Geography, examined how activities and spaces within gyms become gendered.Walk a mile in my klompen
November 07, 2017
They are an iconic item, a distinctly Dutch shoe, but wearing wooden clogs, or ‘klompen’ may have also resulted in a distinct pattern of damage to Dutch farmers.Recreating the 16th-century, with 21st-century technology
November 03, 2017
While prospective students are visiting Western University on Fall Preview Day, they will also have the opportunity to transport themselves to a 16th-century longhouse, through the use of 21st-century technology.Labatt virtual exhibit highlights work of public history students
October 24, 2017
Students in the Department of History played a major role in a new project highlighting the 170-year history of one of London’s biggest companies.Aging population leading to divergent health and social outcomes, Margolis finds
October 20, 2017
Across Canada and the United States, people are living longer, and their social networks and activities have a major impact on their quality of life.Honouring excellence within the Faculty of Social Science
October 17, 2017
Two of our staff members, Debra Merrifield and Lori Johnson, were recognized by the University, with the 2017 Western Awards of Excellence, the highest honour for staff member achievement.Occupational and Income Mobility in the USA, 1994-2016: Demography Counters Inequality
October 03, 2017
On November 2, Michael Hout, Professor of Sociology at New York University, will discuss the changes in social mobility, as part of the Balakrishnan Distinguished Lecture in Population Dynamics and Inequality at Western University.Study unlocks why public appeals may fall flat with some would-be donors
September 28, 2017
Bonnie Simpson, Professor in DAN Department of Management & Organizational Studies, was lead author into study of why some people are — and aren’t — motivated by public appealsFaculty of Social Science awarded more than $3-million in NSERC and SSHRC grants
September 22, 2017
The Faculty of Social Science has been awarded eight SSHRC Insight grants totaling more than $1.4 million, and six NSERC Discovery grants, totaling more than $1.6 million.Understanding how the brain makes sense of it all
September 22, 2017
Ryan Stevenson, Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology, received both a NSERC grant and a SSHRC Insight grant to investigate questions related to sensory integration.Goodman Lectures to examine popular history and national consciousness
September 18, 2017
As Canada celebrates it sesquicentennial, the Department of History is hosting a lecture series focused on how people understand and interact with Canadian history.Politics, Philosophy, and Economics coming to Western University
September 14, 2017
The Department of Economics is collaborating with Political Science and Philosophy to offer a new limited enrolment program, one with roots at Oxford University.Laura Huey named among emerging generation of scholarly, scientific and artistic leadership in Canada.
September 13, 2017
Huey, Professor in the Department of Sociology, has been named a member of the Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars, Artists and ScientistsCelebrating 100 years of considering the past
September 13, 2017
2017 marks Canada’s 150th anniversary. It also marks a Century of History at Western.Bruno Salcedo joins the Department of Economics
August 17, 2017
Salcedo joins as an Affiliated Researcher, and will be named an Assistant Professor in January 2018, researching econometrics, industrial/organizational economics, and game theory.Roy Allen joins Department of Economics
August 17, 2017
Allen recently completed his PhD at the University of California, San Diego, with a specialization in Econometrics.In Memoriam – Professor Emeritus Bob Young
August 17, 2017
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing away of Dr. Bob Young. Young developed a reputation for being an excellent teacher and an authority on a broad number of aspects of political science.Western Social Science moves up 57 spots on QS World Rankings to 91
July 27, 2017
The reputation of Social Science at Western University is on an upward move. According to the 2017 QS University Rankings, it is now ranked 91 in the world, and is number four in Canada.Janice Forsyth named Director of the First Nations Studies program
July 24, 2017
Forsyth researches the history of Indigenous physical culture, and how it can be used to understand the history of Indigenous-settler relations in Canada. Her current research is a SSHRC-funded project on physical culture in the Indian Residential School system.World’s largest sleep study launches from Western’s Brain and Mind Institute via
July 10, 2017Western Media Relations
Renowned Western University neuroscientist Adrian Owen has launched the world’s largest sleep-and-cognition study to help researchers learn the effects on our brains of sleep and sleep deprivation.Study suggests why seniors are less able to filter ‘cocktail-party’ noise
July 10, 2017
Older people have difficulty attuning themselves to conversation in a noisy room because their brains have a tougher time tracking speech rhythms and patterns, suggests a new study led by a Western University researcher.Alex Benson is joining the Department of Psychology at Western University as Assistant Professor.
July 03, 2017
Benson’s research focuses on group dynamics, including how groups shape the experiences of individuals, and how individuals can shape group processes.Undergraduate Geography provides unique research opportunities
July 03, 2017
Coming to Western as a Geography student, Destiny Allen-Green let her academic curiosity guide her.Moving research to action to improve health of children
June 23, 2017
The Children's Health and the Environment Workshop & Symposium is bringing together researchers and policy makers from across North America to help move "research to action."Grahn and Lomber named Fellows of the APS
June 23, 2017
Jessica Grahn and Stephen Lomber, Professors in the Department of Psychology at Western University, have been named Fellows of the Association for Psychological Science.Dean Robert Andersen awarded Outstanding Contribution Award by the Canadian Sociological Association
June 22, 2017
Robert Andersen, Dean of the Faculty of Social Science and Professor of Sociology, Political Science, Statistics and Actuarial Science recognized for outstanding scholarly contributions.DAN Department of Management & Organizational Studies renamed in honour of Aubrey Dan
June 22, 2017
The Department of Management and Organizational Studies in Western University’s Faculty of Social Science is now officially known as the DAN Department of Management & Organizational Studies.A time of celebration for Jason and Lori George
June 15, 2017
For Jason George and Lori Kim George, graduating with their Honors Specialization in First Nations Studies is not only a personal success, but is part of their mission to be examples to their family and their communities.Alcantara wins American Political Science Association book award
June 15, 2017
Negotiating the Deal by Christopher Alcantara, Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science, has been awarded the American Political Science Association's S.M. Lipset Best Book Award for 2017.Economist, academic and entrepreneur, David Greenaway, presented with honorary degree
June 15, 2017
In recognition of his accomplished career as an economist, academic and entrepreneur, David Greenaway, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nottingham, received an honorary Doctor of Laws, honoris causa (LLD), at the Tuesday morning session of Western’s 309th Convocation. During the ceremony, he spoke to graduates from the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies and the Faculty of Social Science."There is no weight in carrying a language around"
June 07, 2017
For more than 25 years, David Kanatawakhon has worked to increase knowledge of the Mohawk language, teaching courses at Western University and Brock University.Building gender equality in post-conflict Liberia
June 05, 2017
Erica Lawson, Associate Professor in the Department of Women's Studies and Feminist Research has received a SSHRC grant to research Peace Huts, Gender Equality, and Women’s Post-Conflict Aspirations in Liberia.Digital project to bring cultural artifacts back to Inuvialuit
June 05, 2017
Lisa Hodgetts, Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology, has received a SSHRC grant to support Co-creating Inuvialuit Digital Archaeology and Heritage.Jeff Hopkins receives CAG Award for Excellence in Teaching Geography
June 05, 2017
The Canadian Association of Geographer’s has recognized Associate Professor Jeff Hopkins for his contribution to teaching in the field of Geography.Gordon McBean honoured for work in meteorology and climatology
May 23, 2017
McBean, professor emeritus with the Department of Geography, has received the sixty-second IMO Prize from the World Meteorological Organization.Money Man: Stephen Williamson is the Stephen A. Jarislowsky Chair in Central Banking
May 16, 2017
The Faculty of Social Science and the Department of Economics at Western University are proud to welcome Stephen Williamson as the Stephen A. Jarislowsky Chair in Central Banking. Williamson is an expert in monetary policy, and most recently held the position of Vice President in the Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.Lisa Hodgetts is the 2017 recipient of the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching
May 15, 2017
Lisa Hodgetts, Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology, incorporates innovative experiential learning into her courses, including working to bring ‘the field’ into the classroom.Data can aid ‘broken’ child-protection system
May 15, 2017
Political Science PhD student Jane Kovarikova’s recent report urges Ontario to take a deeper look at how at it cares for Crown Wards and the resulting outcome of youth who age-out of the system.Chris Ellis recognized for outstanding contribution to archaeology
May 15, 2017
Chris Ellis’ career in archaeology could be defined by his meticulous detail and attention paid to the many Ontario sites he has worked on over the past 40 years. Ellis, a Professor in the Department of Anthropology, was awarded the Smith-Wintemberg Award for his contribution to the field of archaeology.After tough times, pre-teens’ brains are wired for rewards
May 04, 2017
Adversity leads pre-teens to be more impulsive by making their brains more sensitive to rewards, a new Western University study by J. Bruce Morton and Niki H. Kamkar has found.Sean Waite joins the Department of Sociology
May 04, 2017
Sean Waite is joining the Department of Sociology at Western University as Assistant Professor. Waite’s research focuses on labour market stratification and wage inequality, with a particular focus on gender and sexual orientation.Learning about leaders with the Mayors Project
April 20, 2017
Kate Graham, a PhD student in the Department of Political Science and an employee with the City of London, toured Canada to study the role of mayors, and better understand the role in Canada’s unique context.Study shows link between food insecurity and poor mental health
April 11, 2017
In a recent research study published in the journal of Social Science & Medicine, Health Geography PhD candidate Kilian Atuoye, highlights elevated mental distress in heads of households where food insecurity is moderate to high.Western History welcomes high school students with History: It's About Time!
April 07, 2017
On May 17, the History Department will welcome high school students from across the London area to expand their idea of what it means to study history, showcasing history as an interactive and engaging field of study.Recognizing 40 years of engaged education
April 06, 2017
For more than 40 years, Anton Allahar has tried to challenge others. The professor of Sociology at Western University has challenged his students to think outside their comfort zone, and be engaged.Language Training and Immigrants' Success in Canada
April 05, 2017
How does language training impact the success rate of immigrants? George Orlov, a PhD student in Economics, investigated this question and is presenting his findings as part of the university-wide Three Minute Thesis competition.The Sting of Rejection: Why Depressed Individuals Suffer More
April 05, 2017
Katerina Rnic, a PhD student in Clinical Psychology, is researching how depression-prone people respond to social rejection. Rnic is presenting her findings as part of the university-wide Three Minute Thesis competition.Why we should all be tweeting about birds
April 05, 2017
Pavlina Faltynek is a graduate student in Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience, researching the responsiveness and resiliency of birds in response to social stressors. She is presenting her findings as part of the university-wide Three Minute Thesis competition.Three Social Science professors named as Faculty Scholars
March 29, 2017
Three Professors in the Faculty of Social Science have been named as 2017 Faculty Scholars: Mark Cleveland, Associate Professor in Management and Organizational Studies, Laura Huey, Associate Professor in Sociology, and Robert MacDougall, Associate Professor in History.Anthropology professors recognized for efforts in collaboration
March 23, 2017
Andrew Walsh and Ian Colquhoun, Associate Professor in Anthropology, have offered a unique exchange and learning opportunity for students. Their efforts were recently recognized with the inaugural Vice-Provost (Academic Programs) Award for Excellence in Collaborative Teaching.Revealing the Six Secrets of Social Behavior
March 21, 2017
Erin Heerey, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology studies face-to-face behavior and interactions. Heerey will be speaking at the London Public Library as part of The Science of Being Human 2017 Lecture Series.Bringing Big Data to Political Science
March 20, 2017
Dave Armstrong has joined the Department of Political Science. His research focuses on methodology, statistics, and quantitative analysis in political science."If I don’t find it interesting, I don’t know how students will find it interesting"
March 16, 2017
Political Science professor Dan Bousfield is the 2017 recipient of the Marilyn Robinson Award for Excellence in Teaching at Western.Postdoc fellow tuning in to rhythmic patterns in brain, music
March 09, 2017
Western postdoctoral fellow Molly Henry,part of Jessica Grahn’s Music and Neuroscience Lab at the Brain and Mind Institute, was recognized with the Association for Psychological Science Rising Star Award.Western University study says wind energy plans should generate more equitable benefits to neighbours
March 02, 2017
The more a community is involved in wind energy planning – including getting direct benefits from nearby turbines – the more likely it is that a development will have local support, says newly published research from Western University.Study: Narcissism and desire to belong leading to deception on social media
March 02, 2017
High levels of narcissism and a weaker sense of peer belonging is leading millions of young adults to take part in deceptive like-seeking avenues on Instagram, a recent Western study revealed."When people learn their language, they have a better sense of identity"
February 22, 2017
For Frazer Sundown, learning the Oneida language and performing traditional powwow music has helped define his identity – and his plans for the future.Western University Anthropology professor and forensic sculptor work to reject Scottish King Robert’s leprosy label
February 16, 2017
A Western University bio-archaeologist and a Western-trained forensic sculptor have laid to rest a pernicious 700-year-old rumour: Scottish warrior-king Robert the Bruce did not have leprosy.Economics Professor leaves lasting legacy
February 15, 2017
Former Western University Economics Professor John Knight, who passed away in January 2016, invested $5.25 million in London Health Sciences Centre’s research with a gift from his estateNew Anthropology hires add to bioarchaeology strength
February 13, 2017
Andrea Waters-Rist will join as an Associate Professor. Jay Stock will initially join as an Adjunct Research ProfessorBank of Canada presents inflation update at Western University
February 09, 2017
Speaking at Western like “speaking on home turf” said Lawrence Schembri, Deputy Governor of the Bank of CanadaPublic History students contribute to unique Canada 150 project
February 08, 2017
Students from Western’s MA Public History Program have contributed to A Driving Force: Women of the London, Ontario, Visual Arts Community 1867-2017, a unique Canada 150 projectShauna Sexsmith changed the world by changing herself via
February 07, 2017Alumni Gazette
Shauna Sexsmith, BA’08 (Philosophy and Political Science), heads International Project Development for the World Education Foundation.History alumna Palvetzian has her finger on the pulse of the GTA via
February 07, 2017Alumni Gazette
Sevaun Palvetzian, earned her BA and MA in History, and is now CEO of CivicAction working to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA).Alumnus’ musical set for Broadway stage via
February 07, 2017Western News
Political Science alumnus Michael Rubinoff is heading the Broadway production of "Come From Away"Book by Geography professor named as Outstanding Academic Title
January 20, 2017
The International Atlas of Mars Exploration Volume 2, by Phil Stooke has been included on the Association of College & Research Libraries annual list of Outstanding Academic Titles.Student organized conference to help "Find Your Way"
January 20, 2017
Billed as “a lecture series on the psychology of everyday life,” graduate students in Clinical Psychology will deliver 12 lectures over four days at the Central Library, as part of “Finding Your Way.”New Reading Room a Signature Space for Social Science Students
January 13, 2017
The Faculty of Social Science and the Social Science Students’ Council have come together to provide students in the Social Science Centre with a new, quiet modern space to study and collaborate.Rachel Calogero joins Department of Psychology
January 12, 2017
Rachel Calogero has joined the Western University Department of Psychology as an Associate Professor. Calogero researches the objectification of women and other relevant gender-related issues.Anna Zajacova joins Department of Sociology
January 12, 2017
Anna Zajacova has joined the Department of Sociology at Western University as Associate Professor. Her primary research area is social determinants of health; she focuses on education and health among adults in the United States.Jamie Voogt new Chair of Department of Geography
January 10, 2017
Many incoming undergraduate students are not familiar with Geography, and this represents a challenge for Western University’s Department of Geography, as well as a chance for renewal and rebranding, said incoming Department Chair, Jamie Voogt.
