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#WesternU combines research excellence with a transformational student experience to create a meaningful impact in #LdnOnt and beyond. #PurpleAndProud 💜 westernu.ca | news.westernu.ca
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Western University @westernu.ca · 12d
It’s official, we are all in! Join us as we continue to drive impactful change for Canada and the world. There's so much to be proud of and so much more to do. #AllinWesternU

Learn more: allin.westernu.ca?utm_medium=s...
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Jibran Khokhar @drjkhokhar.bsky.social · 1d
So great to have @flagel-lab.bsky.social give the 2025 Treva Glazebrook Lecture @westernu.ca today! A master-class in the neurobiology of inhibitory control! The lecture is voted on and hosted by neuroscience trainees and they picked a good one! @westernuwin.bsky.social
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Western University @westernu.ca · 3h
Featured by CBC London: #WesternU prof Dr. Robert Hegele, world leader in the study of lipid disorders, is among the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame’s 2026 inductees. His work has helped transform the treatment of high cholesterol. @schulichmeddent.bsky.social

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Western University @westernu.ca · 6h
Today's students are learning to face challenges that are dynamic, interconnected and evolving fast.

Your support will prepare students to become the next generation of globally minded leaders and changemakers.
#AllinWesternU

Learn more: allin.westernu.ca/preparing-fu...
A campus banner on campus, with Middlesex Tower visible behind trees. Banner text reads "preparing future leaders and global citizens. All in"
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Western University @westernu.ca · 3d
One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish...and a new tiny fish? #WesternU researchers studied the fossil of a tiny fish to gain new insight into the origin and evolution of otophysans, which account for two-thirds of all freshwater species.
New tiny prehistoric fish species unlocks origins of catfish and carp
The fossil of a tiny fish found in southwestern Alberta provides new insight into the origin and evolution of otophysans, the supergroup of fish that includes catfish, carp and tetras, which today…
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Western University @westernu.ca · 4d
What’s driving the popularity of Labubu, the mischievous plush toy that's taken the world (and social media) by storm?

Marketing prof Zhe Zhang @iveybusiness.bsky.social explains how the makers of #Labubu capitalized on key trends and consumer desires. #WesternU
Expert explainer: What's driving the Labubu craze? - Western News
Zhe Zhang, professor of marketing at Ivey Business School, unpacks the forces driving the popularity of Labubu, the mischievous plush collectable.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 5d
"There is no big bad wolf unafraid of the human 'super predator,'" says Liana Zanette, #WesternU professor and lead author of a new study that reveals wolves still fear humans — even where laws protect them from hunting. 🐺
The ‘big bad wolf’ fears the human ‘super predator’
A new Western University study shows that even where laws are in place to protect them, wolves fully fear the human ‘super predator.’
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Western University @westernu.ca · 6d
Dr. Robert Hegele is among the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame's #2026CMHFInductees, in recognition of his pioneering research identifying genetic predispositions toward health conditions like high cholesterol, which increase risk for heart attack and stroke. @schulichmeddent.bsky.social
Schulich prof inducted into Canadian Medical Hall of Fame - Western News
Schulich prof Dr. Robert Hegele inducted into Canadian Medical Hall of Fame in recognition of his lipid disorder research to reduce heart attacks, strokes.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 6d
#WesternU ranked among the top 50 universities in the world for alumni entrepreneurs. The PitchBook rankings analyze more than 173,000 #entrepreneurs who have raised venture capital in the last 10 years. @westernualumni.bsky.social
Western ranked a top university for alumni entrepreneurs - Western News
Western is among the top 50 entrepreneurship schools in the world for undergraduate and MBA alumni entrepreneurs, according to a PitchBook ranking.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 7d
More than 2,000 @westernualumni.bsky.social celebrated #WesternHoco Sept. 26 to 28. From the #WesternMustangs taking home the win to the Student Fan Festival to the Alumni Awards dinner, the weekend was filled with #PurpleAndProud spirit. 💜 See more highlights: news.westernu.ca/2025/09/home...
The co-chairs of Western's "All in" Campaign wait to see the results of their ceremonial coin toss before the annual Homecoming football game on Sept. 27. (L to R) Perry Dellelce, David Simmonds and Kelly Meighen watch as the Western Mustangs and McMaster Marauders look on. (Frank Neufeld) Students wearing purple stand in front of a Western photo station at the Student Fan Festival (Geoff Robins) The crowd celebrates at the Western Mustangs football game on Sept. 27. Western beat McMaster 52-22 during the annual Homecoming game. (Frank Neufeld) The Western Cheerleading team at the homecoming football game (Geoff Robins)
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Western University @westernu.ca · 7d
The live monthly testing of #WesternU’s emergency weather siren will take place today, Wednesday October 1 around noon.

Unless otherwise notified, this is only a test and no action is required. Learn more: www.uwo.ca/weather_sire...
Weather Siren Test
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Western University @westernu.ca · 8d
Buildings across #WesternU's campus have been illuminated in orange this week to recognize this important day. For more resources, visit indigenous.uwo.ca/NDTR

#NDTR #EveryChildMatters #NDTR2025
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Western University @westernu.ca · 8d
To commemorate the resilience of the children who survived residential schools, and to remember those who did not, we encourage everyone to wear orange today.
While NDTR is one day observed annually, the work of Truth and Reconciliation must be embraced daily to foster meaningful and lasting change.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 8d
In 1973, six-year-old Phyllis arrived at the St. Joseph Mission Residential School, proudly wearing a brand new orange shirt for her first day. Unfortunately, the school swiftly took her shirt away, replacing it with their institutional uniform.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 8d
🧡 All are welcome to pay respects at a sunrise ceremony & sacred fire at Wampum Learning Lodge, 6:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. led by Elder Mike Hopkins.

This day was originally recognized as #OrangeShirtDay, an Indigenous-led grassroots initiative inspired by residential school survivor Phyllis Webstad.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 8d
Today, Sept. 30, we observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR). This day is dedicated to honouring the children who never made it home and the Survivors of residential schools. It also serves to raise awareness about the intergenerational impacts of these experiences.
Three students stand outside the Wampum Learning Lodge wearing orange shirts that read, "Every Child Matters".
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Western University @westernu.ca · 9d
During #WesternHoco, we unveiled the "All in" Campaign - a grand collaboration to strengthen our impact in communities close to home and around the world. #AllinWesternU

Let's shape what comes next — together: allin.westernu.ca?utm_medium=s...
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Western University @westernu.ca · 11d
To support pedestrian safety during #WesternHoco, several campus roadways will continue to be closed to vehicle traffic this evening, Saturday, Sept. 27. #WesternU
Saturday, Sept. 27 from 7:00pm to Sunday Sept. 28 at 2:00am University Drive closed from Richmond Street to Sunset Street University Drive closed from Sunset Street to Talbot Intersection Access to Medway Parking Lot will be maintained via Sunset Street
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Western University @westernu.ca · 11d
To support pedestrian safety during #WesternHoco, several campus roadways will be closed to vehicles on Saturday, Sept. 27. Only season ticket holders, persons with accessible parking passes & VIP guests have access to park in the Huron Flats & South Valley parking lots.
Saturday, Sept. 27 from 7:00am to 7:00pm Lambton Drive closed from Talbot Intersection to Music Building Roundabout Philip Aziz Avenue closed from Western Road to Huron Flats Parking Lot – East Entrance Talbot Parking Lot will be closed University Drive closed from Richmond Street to Sunset Street University Drive closed from Sunset Street to Talbot Intersection Access to Medway Parking Lot will be maintained via Sunset Street Reduced Access: Only season ticket holders, persons with accessible parking passes, and VIP guests permitted access to Huron Drive to attend designated parking spots in the Huron Flats and South Valley Parking Lots Special Constables, Parking Services and Athletics staff members will manage access to Huron Drive at the Huron/Lambton Drive intersection
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Western University @westernu.ca · 12d
“We have a chance to lead the kind of transformation the world needs while helping prepare global citizens who will champion real change. The time is now. The opportunity is in front of us – let’s make it happen, together.” - Western President Alan Shepard
#AllinWesternU
Western launches "All in" Campaign to raise $1 billion - Western News
Western's $1B "All in" Campaign is a ‘grand collaboration’ to build a better future for Canada and the world through fundraising and alumni engagement.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 12d
Are you #AllinWesternU? Join us to build a better future for Canada and the world.

Learn more: allin.westernu.ca?utm_medium=s...
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Western University @westernu.ca · 12d
It’s official, we are all in! Join us as we continue to drive impactful change for Canada and the world. There's so much to be proud of and so much more to do. #AllinWesternU

Learn more: allin.westernu.ca?utm_medium=s...
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Western University @westernu.ca · 13d
First-year #WesternU student Tessa Jackson is carrying on a proud family legacy #WesternMustangs and joining the new generation of Canadian women who play rugby. Tessa's story is about grit, growth and generational love for the game. @westernualumni.bsky.social
Women's rugby builds lasting Western alumni family bond - Western News
First-year student Tessa Jackson thrives in women's rugby, building on a proud Western alumni legacy started in the 90s, when both her parents played rugby.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 13d
A new clinical trial from #SchulichMedDent and @lhscri.bsky.social is exploring whether a dialysis filter designed to remove more waste from the blood could help extend the lives of patients with kidney failure. news.westernu.ca/2025/09/dial...
Clinical trial could help people with kidney failure live longer
Five-year multicentre randomized trial will include up to 4,800 patients across more than 100 dialysis units in Canada
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Western University @westernu.ca · 15d
Fourth-year @westernusocsci.bsky.social student Emma Ouellette is using the business and entrepreneurial skills she gains at #WesternU on her family's farm. 🚜🌾 She plans to take over one day, with creative dreams for an even "bigger and better" operation. Read more: news.westernu.ca/2025/09/emma...
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Western University @westernu.ca · 16d
Letters in the #WesternU archives that illustrate a family's immigration journey to Canada in the 1800s inspired award-winning author Emma Donoghue’s play, 'The Wind Coming over the Sea' at the Blyth Festival, returning Sept. 25-Oct. 5. @westernulibs.bsky.social
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Collection of the Johnson-McConnell Family letters (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications) Arthur’s letter to Jane, July 5, 1855 (Cynthia Fazio/Western Communications) Cross-written letter (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)
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