Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry researchers have shown that chronic exposure during adolescence to tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive component of cannabis, may induce long-lasting memory impairments and increased anxiety levels.
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New study recommends prioritizing diabetes care for global post-pandemic recovery
A new global study, co-authored by a Western professor, examines the impact of COVID-19 on diabetes care by drawing a parallel with the impact of natural disasters on chronic diseases and populations at risk.
New study uncovers negative effects of vaping
Researchers at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and Lawson Health Research Institute have shown that vaping has a negative effect on a critical layer in the lungs and may harm lung function.
New program provides leadership opportunities for Black students in the community
It’s a program that will empower and support Black students at Western to gain valuable leadership experience in the community as they prepare for future careers.
Western opens Wampum Learning Lodge
Space to serve as touchstone for Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities to gather, learn in spirit of Truth and Reconciliation
Official opening of the Indigenous Learning Space at Western University
Media are invited to attend the opening of the new Indigenous Learning Space at Western University on Monday, Nov. 7. Dedicated to Indigenous teaching and learning, the space will be a home-place for Indigenous students and Indigenous initiatives at Western and will...
Western hosts national conference to tap space as asset
When former Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry Navdeep Bains launched the new Canadian space strategy in 2019, a core recommendation was designating space as a national asset for Canada.
Bringing equity-informed practices to homelessness prevention and support
Collaboration between Western researchers, an Indigenous Youth Council and YOU will support Indigenous youth leaving homelessness
English grad bequeaths $10M in scholarships, largest gift ever to Faculty of Arts and Humanities
A Western English graduate who went on to become a preeminent figure in interior design has left $10 million to support students in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities.
First-ever Riverfest reconnects campus community with the Deshkan Ziibiing
For the month of September, the community will have a chance to celebrate the Deshkan Ziibiing (Antler/Thames River) with Riverfest 2022, Western’s first-ever river festival hosted by the Office of Sustainability.
“A sense of belonging”: 38,000 students set to return for the new academic year
Orientation activities aim to foster a welcoming, inclusive and safe experience
Statement from Western University regarding planned student protest
We are aware students are gathering today to peacefully protest the University’s vaccine and masking requirements for the fall. We respect students’ rights to peacefully protest on campus, and we are supporting them to do so safely.