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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Participants needed! We’re recruiting adults ages 18-29 with a diagnosed mental health condition who are enrolled at a Canadian university. Participation involves a 30-50-minute online survey about mental health stigma, university, and future planning. Interested? Email talia.vacca@mail.utoronto.ca

Recruitment poster seeking Canadian post-secondary students ages 18-29 with a mental health diagnosis to complete a 30-50 minute online survey about stigma, university and work life. Contact talia.vacca@mail.utoronto.ca. Participants can enter a draw for one of ten $50 Amazon e-gift cards.

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Join us for a seminar + hands-on workshop on holotomography, a label-free 3D imaging technique for live cells. docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zz8…

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Join us for a seminar + hands-on workshop on holotomography, a label-free 3D imaging technique for live cells. See how it enables rapid, high-resolution imaging for live cells, organoids & tissue sections. Bring your samples and explore its potential!

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The purpose of this survey is to document how the August 2026 prolonged power outage and other recent building/infrastructure disruptions have affected research and graduate student academic progress. docs.google.com/forms/d/1c7TxBeK6Zd…

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

⚠️Deadline Approaching for the Summer term SOGS Financial Support Subsidy Program Read more and apply at the "Subsidies" link in our bio or click here: sogs.ca/subsidies 📅 Deadline: August 31, 2026.

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

⚖️You can read the June and July council summaries here: sogs.ca/council-summary 🌐 To read previous council summaries, head over to sogs.ca/past-council-summaries

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Join the SOGS Graduate Peer Support Committee for SUMMER GAMES! Get outside, move your body, and destroy the competition🥇. More info and register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf…

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Are you a 1st or 2nd year Western PhD student completing neuroscience or brain-related research? Apply for the NeurotechEU Doctoral Network, co-funded by the European Union: an int'l program connecting university researchers across Europe + Canada! Apply by August 17th: ow.ly/mcCm50Zv9nX

Image consists of text overlain on purple boxes that say "Participate in the NeurotechEU Doctoral Network!" and shares information on eligibility, shown as "Who can apply? 1st and 2nd year PhD students conducting neuroscience or brain-related research," and a deadline to apply of August 17th.

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Hosting an academic conference, lecture, webinar, or research promotion event? The Academic Joint Fund offers up to $1,000 in support. Applications are due two months before your event period begins. Deadlines and details: sogs.ca/academic-joint-fund

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Join the SOGS Graduate Peer Support Committee for SUMMER GAMES! Get outside, move your body, and destroy the competition🥇. More info and register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf…

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Join the SOGS Mature 35+ Student Needs Committee for a monthly meet-up to discuss experiences, concerns, and needs. We meet on the last Thursday of every month at 11 a.m. on Zoom. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc…

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

⚠️ Due to the very poor air quality both outside and in Middlesex College, the SOGS office will be closed on July 17th. If you need information regarding SOGS services, please email sogs@uwo.ca. If you need information regarding the health plan, please go to the StudentVIP website: studentvip.ca/sogs

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

How do data harms affect different generations? 💻 The Preventing Data Harms in Canada team at The Starling Centre is hosting workshops on scams, misinformation, algorithms, and digital well-being. Learn more and sign up: 🔗 starlingcentre.ca/project/data-harms-in-canada/

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Did you know SOGS has both a Board of Directors and a student government (SOGS Council)? ⚖️You can read the May council summary here: sogs.ca/council-summary 🌐 To read previous council summaries, head over to sogs.ca/past-council-summaries

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Join the Orientation & Social Committee for an off-campus ROCK CLIMBING event at Junction Climbing Centre in the Old East Village on Sunday, June 21st at 1 PM. 🎟️TICKETS: $15 each docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe…

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Are you a craftsperson who makes cool stuff? We’re looking for graduate student vendors for our SUMMER MAKERS MARKET! Apply to vend at the link in our bio, or click here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd…

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Did you know SOGS has both a Board of Directors and a student government (SOGS Council)? ⚖️You can read February, March, and April council summaries here: sogs.ca/council-summary 🌐 To read previous council summaries, head over to sogs.ca/past-council-summaries

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Join the Orientation committee for another instalment of craft night! 📅Thursday, June 18th ⏰5PM-7PM 📍SOGS Office (Middlesex College Room 8) ➡️Register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc… Snacks will be provided!

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Explore global academic and research opportunities with Owlindex 🌍 Find Postdoc, Faculty, PhD, Internship, and Master’s opportunities worldwide. www.owlindex.com #Postdoc #PhD #AcademicJobs #Research #HigherEducation

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

🌭Join the SOGS Orientation and Social Committee for a low-key Welcome to Grad Life BBQ at the Grad Club. Meet fellow grads, both new and returning, and enjoy some delicious food to kick off the summer term. 📅 May 28th 🕒 4PM-6PM 📍 The Grad Club Purchase your ticket: ow.ly/3CX950YWyHR

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

📣 Now available: the SOGS Accessibility Toolkit for Graduate Students — a guide to accessibility-related resources and supports at Western and in the London community. See our Instagram for the full breakdown: www.instagram.com/p/DX68UZgmi-H #GradLifeWesternU

Announcement for the SOGS Accessibility Toolkit, a guide offering accessibility resources for graduate students at Western and the wider community.

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

📣 We're hiring our COMMISSIONERS (a.k.a. Community Advocates) this May! ➡️ Submit your professional resume (max. 2 pages) and a short cover letter (250-400 words) to JOBS@SOGS.CA by Sunday, May 3rd at 11:59 pm. Late applications will NOT be considered. 🌐 Learn more at sogs.ca/jobs

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

The results for the SOGS 2026–27 Presidential election, which is certified by Simply Voting (via the Western University Secretariat), are available here: sogs.ca/elections

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Join us: Action Beats Collective! Sat April 18, 1-4PM @ Reimagine Co (206 Picadilly St). Refreshments incl. ABC is a community drumming band seeking new members! Drum for events like Pride, Labour Day & strike lines. We bring the instruments & you bring the energy! Email: tgranadillo@gmail.com

A group of people wearing with percussion instruments wearing pride-themed accessories posing for a photo in a park.

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

SOGS is very proud to celebrate Marc Lalonde, Manager of the Grad Club, on being recognized with a Western Award of Excellence. Congratulations, Marc—this recognition is very well deserved, and we are grateful for all that you do. Photo credit: Rachel Lincoln Photography

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

📣 Vote for the next SOGS President! Balloting for the 2026-27 Presidential Election is now OPEN! ⚠️ Balloting requires a login with your UWO email and password. ⏰ Monday, April 13th at 12 pm to Wednesday, April 15th at 12 pm. VOTE 👉 westernuniversitysecretariat.simply…

2026-27 Presidential Election Balloting announcement with voting dates and stylized hands and eyes graphics.

How to Vote graphic explaining that the link to the Western University Secretariat is available at our link in bio and that voting takes place from April 13-15th.

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

The Zoom recording of the 2026-27 SOGS Presidential town hall is available to view on our Youtube channel. Find the link in our bio, or click here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ph6HQb9gidQ

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

🌍Join the SOGS Sustainability Committee for a screening of the film "Earth's Greatest Enemy," on Earth Day, April 22nd at 6pm in the McKellar Theatre (UCC room 290). FREE event. Read more about the film: www.earthsgreatestenemy.com

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

🃏Join the Orientation & Social Committee for a casual, fun night of playing board games, eating nachos, and hanging with grad school friends and colleagues. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe…

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

📣 The SOGS Sustainability Coordinator is looking for graduate student volunteers to help out and manage the Western Community Garden! ✍️ Fill out our sign-up form (forms.gle/fbpmdvYN7vmCriAD9). We will contact volunteers in early-May.

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

The Vice-President Academic is seeking feedback and data from students to determine if a artificial intelligence policy is required. Those who complete the survey can enter for a chance to win one of four $50 Loblaws gift cards! ow.ly/CFU750YGHNT

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

🎉 Join us for the Audible Impact Alumni Gala 2026! An evening of networking, dinner, live music, and fun—all in support of the next generation of audiologists. 📅 April 4, 2026 📍 The Wave, UCC Secure your spot now!

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

📣 Attention #WesternU grad students: The SOGS 2026-2027 Presidential Election NOMINATION PERIOD is now open! ➡️ Nominate yourself by completing our nomination form at sogs.ca/documents. 📆 Submit form to cro@sogs.ca by March 31 at 8 am. 🌐 sogs.ca/elections.

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

TODAY on ZOOM: Join the SOGS Mature 35+ Student Needs Committee for a monthly meet up to discuss experiences, concerns, and needs. The committee aims to gather feedback from mature graduate students but also open up a social space for connection and friendship. ow.ly/i3ts50Yz8hU

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

The PARKING APPEALS COMMITTEE (PAC) is looking for one graduate student to join the team for the 2025-26 academic year! We're looking for a few nominations to be vetted by the Western Parking office. 📧 Submit your interest in the committee via email to sogs@uwo.ca by March 30th.

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Join the SOGS International Commission x Western International for an information session on Canadian income taxes. This session is geared towards international students, but all are welcome to attend. Register: uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8o…

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Join the SOGS Sustainability Committee for a Zine-making event where we get creative and use our unwanted paper waste (magazines, news papers, etc.) for an afternoon of making ‘zines. Snacks and supplies provided. Only 20 spots available! Register: forms.gle/BF37YfJAEojhH8dL6

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Western SOGS @westernsogs.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Join the SOGS Pride Commission for a special research event honouring the Trans Day of Visibility. We’re looking for 3-4 graduate students to speak about their personal and academic experiences in grad school. More info: sogs.ca/events

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