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Western University @westernu.ca · 30/09/2026
Today, Sept 30, we observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (#NDTR). Established as an official holiday in 2021 in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action, NDTR honours the children who never made it home and the Survivors of residential schools.
The Survivors' Flag flies at Western University
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Education instructor Betsy Reilly runs Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of London. As the organization marks Sept. 25 – 9/25 "Give Like Dolly Day", in honour of Parton’s iconic song, Reilly explains the impact of the free-book program and how people can support. ow.ly/MzeS50ZRuLJ
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Western Education is #PurpleAndProud of Rhodora Meliton-Vanderpool, BEd’99, who has been named an Award of Merit recipient as part of the 2026 Western Alumni Awards program. ow.ly/OJN250ZPbRM
Rhodora Meliton-Vanderpool wears a brown dress and sits on a stool.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Congratulations to professor Katina Pollock who has been named the 2026-2028 Faculty Scholar for Western Education for her outstanding contributions in research, teaching and service. ow.ly/bvXm50ZMEO3
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Congratulations to professor Shannon Stewart who has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 28/08/2026
Whether unlocking how kids learn, making vaccines more effective, improving Indigenous planetary health or creating new tech for spinal surgery, these #WesternU researchers are changing lives for the better. As new Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, they'll also help inform policy.
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CAHS Fellows at Western University top health researchers - Western News
CAHS Fellows from Western University in 2026 are Daniel Ansari, Mansour Haeryfar, Nicole Redvers and Victor Yang, honoured for leadership in health research
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Balance your passion for lifelong learning with your commitment to your professional work through a Master of Professional Education (MPEd). Join us online at an information session to see how an MPEd could deepen your knowledge while growing your professional practice. edu.uwo.ca/events/
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Western Education recently hosted delegates from top research-intensive Chinese universities and signed an MoU with Tsinghua's School of Education to enable activities including research collaboration, joint academic activities and the exchange of students and faculty. ow.ly/YmBq50ZHXbQ
Florentine Strzelczyk, Western’s provost & vice-president (academic) shakes hands with Zhongying Shi, Dean and Professor of the School of Education, Tsinghua University after signing a MOU accompanied by Donna Kotsopoulos, dean of Education and Penny Pexman, Western’s vice-president (research).Florentine Strzelczyk, Western’s provost & vice-president (academic), Penny Pexman, Western’s vice-president (research), Donna Kotsopoulos, dean of Education, and professors Jun Li and Gabrielle Lee with delegates from Tsinghua University, Beijing Normal University, Shenzhen University and Nanjing University.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Congratulations to professor Daniel Ansari, Canada Research Chair in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience and Learning, for being elected as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, one of Canada’s highest honours in health sciences research and leadership. ow.ly/8H7350ZGgZF
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Western Education congratulates Professor Immaculate Namukasa on her reappointment as Associate Dean, Graduate Education, for a second five-year term. ow.ly/3CZO50ZB1n2
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Western University @westernu.ca · 29/07/2026
#WesternHoco is coming up, September 25 to 27! We can't wait to welcome alumni back to campus for one of Western's most exciting weekends of the year. Homecoming details: buff.ly/iJmPVw8 @westernualumni.bsky.social
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Inspired by her mother Winnifred Tew’s, BA'71, commitment to supporting children and families Katherine Tew Darras, BA(Hons)’91 (King’s), has made a generous donation to the Mary J. Wright Child and Youth Development Clinic as a memorial gift. ow.ly/e7jb50Zq3UZ
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Western University @westernu.ca · 15/07/2026
“I’ve seen how powerful it is when individuals come together for a shared cause. Donors have helped me focus on what matters most – learning, serving and leading.” #AllinWesternU donor support gave Academic All-Canadian and multi‑skilled student-athlete Clarissa the freedom to volunteer. #WesternU
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Clarissa Sladek: Paying it forward | Giving to Western
Donors helped multi‑skilled athlete Clarissa focus on what matters most – learning, serving and leading.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
We spoke to career educator Neil Dyal, BEd '96, about how his time at Western Education helped launch a fulfilling career, allowing him to combine his passion for science and music while helping students grow. ow.ly/QbIM50Zle4A
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Neil Dyal on following his passions and finding purpose
Neil Dyal, BEd '96, shares how teaching and school administration allowed him to combine his love of music and science.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Professor Emma Duerden was quoted in a CBC London story about the local reaction to the potential social media ban for children under 16. ow.ly/I6uT50ZeIUr
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London teens, parent weigh in on possible social media ban for kids under 16 | CBC News
As Ottawa prepares to introduce legislation that could ban social media for young people under age 16, some London, Ont., teens and parents say they're skeptical that an outright ban will address issues of online harm.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
We're #PurpleAndProud of Blair Trewartha, BEd’11, who published his second full-length poetry collection "Half-Earth". Learn more about "Half-Earth" and six other summer reads from the Western community. ow.ly/BG7450ZeIXF
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Seven summer reads from the Western community - Western News
Seven summer reads from Western alumni, faculty and staff include IsThis a Cry for Help? by Emily Austin and My Person by Tea Mutonji.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Professor Gus Riveros provided expert insight to the Hamilton Spectator in an article regarding the imbalance shaping classrooms, funding and student experience in Hamilton schools. ow.ly/sck850ZeISA
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Crowded portables, empty classrooms: Why are some Hamilton schools overflowing while others are half empty?
Hamilton school enrolment data shows suburban overcrowding, underused schools and rising reliance on portables
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Western Education is #PurpleAndProud of our 2026 graduate and teacher education award recipients! On June 12, we welcomed our award recipients and their loved ones to the Faculty of Education to celebrate their exemplary academic and professional accomplishments. ow.ly/2qvv50ZeItV
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
The Mary J. Wright Child and Youth Development Clinic has established partnerships with community agencies, including London Health Science Centre and Vanier Children’s Mental Wellness, to address gaps for children and youth struggling to access needed psychology support. ow.ly/YKCE50ZcntV
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Mary J. Wright Clinic expands psychology acces - Western News
Western University’s Mary J. Wright Child and Youth Development Clinic provides accessible psychological care for children and families in London, Ont.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
🚨New AQ changes provide greater flexibility in engagement with professional learning! ASPirE at Western Education is pleased to share that the Collaborative Inquiry (CI) Project is no longer a required component of our Additional Qualifications (AQ) courses. 🔗Learn more: ow.ly/xeYK50Z7ZCG
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Now's your chance to learn more about our International Baccalaureate Educator Certificate and the application process! Join one of our upcoming information sessions: 📅 June 11 | 9:00–10:00 AM 📅 July 16 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM 📅 August 13 | 10:30–11:30 AM 🔗https://www.edu.uwo.ca/events/
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
On May 20, we had the privilege of connecting with over 100 alumni and supporters of Western Education at our annual Teacher's Night at the London Children's Museum. Thank you to all who joined us! ow.ly/Bqzs50Z5ke2
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Congratulations to Professor Daniel Ansari, Canada Research Chair in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience and Learning, who has been recognized as the recipient of the 2026 Pickering Award for Outstanding Contribution to Developmental Psychology in Canada. ow.ly/Lxyc50Z5jRW
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Professor Daniel Ansari recognized for contributions to developmental psychology
Professor Daniel Ansari has been recognized as the recipient of the 2026 Pickering Award for Outstanding Contribution to Developmental Psychology in Canada.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Interested in growing your career with the Faculty of Education? Applications are now open until June 9 for a Limited-Duties (Part-Time) Appointment in Summer 2026! 🔗 Job postings: ow.ly/2saP50Z4RHL 📝 Apply here: ow.ly/9VkY50Z4RHM ❓Questions? Contact edu-facultyrelations@uwo.ca
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
This Mental Health Month, we're sharing how mental health programming in our Bachelor of Education program is helping to prepare teacher candidates with the skills to help struggling students and support their own well-being. ow.ly/s9qJ50YXNAm
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
🎓Join us online for our Public Lectures, where Doctor of Education candidates will share their doctoral work. Students' expertise will be on display as an amazing collection of exciting learning opportunities. All are welcome! Lecture schedule: 🔗https://ow.ly/4APR50YW5K3
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Kathy Hibbert, distinguished university professor, wrote an op-ed for the Conversation about what is needed in Ontario schools to improve literacy in response to the Ontario Ministry of Education’s newly introduced Putting Student Achievement First Act. ow.ly/YrQl50YTeAa
A photo of Kathy, a woman with blonde hair wearing a grey sweater and a burgundy scarf, standing outside in front of a green space.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
🚨We're hiring! We are now accepting applications until May 29 for Fall/Winter 2026/27 Part-Time (Limited Duties) Faculty Positions with Graduate Education and Teacher Education. Visit our website and submit an application via the Working at Western web portal: 🔗https://ow.ly/7Nqb50YUBsI
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
New research from the Developing Brain Lab, led by professor Emma Duerden, Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience and Learning Disorders, explores that relationship between screen time and self regulation in neurodiverse children aged 4-16 years. ow.ly/IWw550YUA1W
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Study explores screen time and self regulation in neurodiverse children
A new study that set out to assess screen time and the relationship to self regulation in a real-world sample of children revealed that children aged 4-16 years are far exceeding recommended daily screen time guidelines.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Education lecturer Betsy Reilley joined The Morning Show with Devon Peacock on AM980 to discuss her work with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in London that helps to boost early literacy and improve family reading habits. ow.ly/P0nf50YSZKb
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
CBC Manitoba included expert insight from professor Emma Duerden, Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience and Learning Disorders about Manitoba’s proposed plan to restrict youth’s use of AI chatbots and social media. ow.ly/XcSN50YS2Lj
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Join our Doctor of Education (EdD) candidates for the culmination of their doctoral journeys as they present their dissertations in practice. All are welcome to attend the 2026 EdD Public Lectures occurring from May 1 - May 14. ow.ly/vc4m50YQIp5
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Our Master of Professional Education (MPEd) in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is currently welcoming applications! 📅 Sept. 2026 Intake: Late applications accepted 📅 Jan. 2027 Intake: Applications are now open 🔗 Learn more and apply: ow.ly/IFP850YO9Iu
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
🎓 Our Master of Professional Education (MPEd) is now accepting late applications in some fields of study for the Sept. 2026 intake, open until programs are full. Eligible fields include Curriculum and Pedagogy, Early Childhood Education, and more! 🔗 Learn more and apply: ow.ly/R4SK50YNuu9
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Western University @westernu.ca · 22/04/2026
On Earth Day — and every day — we’re #AllinWesternU on: 🌎 Enhancing and protecting the future of food and clean energy 🌎 Tracking ecosystem change 🌎 Strengthening Canada's resilience to severe weather 🌎 Building better cities Learn how #WesternU is future‑proofing our planet: buff.ly/9ZBCeHs
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
⏰ Application Window Update Doctor of Education, Applied Behaviour Analysis • September 2026 intake: applications accepted on a rolling basis until full • Next available start: September 2028 (no 2027 intake) Apply: ow.ly/jGLA50YMLIO
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Join next week's Faculty Seminar Series as Dr. Albert Malkin explores how culturo-behaviour and contextual behaviour science can be used to examine sociocultural dynamics. 📆Date: April 29, 2026 ⏰Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 📍Location: FEB1010 and Online (Zoom) Register now: ow.ly/1Sjm50YpKf8
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
We're #PurpleAndProud of EdD candidate in Educational Leadership, Cherylynne McKee, MPEd'23, who has been recognized by the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce as a "Fearless Female: Women Leading the Future of Business". ow.ly/FNkn50YLbSB
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Since 1986, Western Education has recognized the dedication and commitment of our Bachelor of Education program community partners through the annual Western Education Awards for Excellence. Read about the outstanding mentors who we recognized this year. ow.ly/19js50YJ3MF
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Meet Master's of Education in Applied Linguistics student Yuhan Zhao who is sharing her research on "Exploring the 'Word-Making Factory': Native Speakers vs. Second Language Learners’ 'Production Lines'" as as part of Western's Inspiring Minds series. ow.ly/xmgW50YFPXp
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Professor Emma Duerden spoke to Metroland outlets across Ontario about the positive benefits of teens trading social media for "grandmacore" tactile hobbies like knitting and baking. ow.ly/luii50YBV0J
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Western University @westernu.ca · 07/04/2026
We’re #AllinWesternU on better health for everyone. This new era in health care is driven by a grand collaboration across disciplines and powerful tools to improve patient care. From cells to systems, #WesternU is optimizing health for all. Learn more: allin.westernu.ca/optimizing-h...
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Professor Emma Duerden joined CBC News to discuss a landmark U.S. jury decision that found Meta and YouTube liable for social media’s addictiveness. ow.ly/ANLw50YBURf
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Join us for the RICE Research Symposium featuring Dr. Natasha Levinson, who will address "The surprisingly sustaining futility of education." 📆Date: April 16-17 ⏰Keynote Address: April 16 | 9:30 AM 📍Location: FEB 1139 Register here: ow.ly/UOig50Ywxl5
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Professor Danielle Sirek has been nominated alongside her peers from the Canadian Chamber Choir (CCC), and Cree-Dene composer and vocalist Sherryl Sewepagaham, for Classical Album of the Year (Large Ensemble) at the 2026 JUNO Awards for Where Waters Meet. ow.ly/bY8050YyQjZ
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
When John Walsh Sr. retired from the Faculty of Education, he carried with him a deep sense of gratitude and a desire to give back to the institution that had shaped his life. That commitment lives on today through the John and Helen Walsh Computer Technology Fund. ow.ly/U7c550YxKhR
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Pioneering educator’s legacy lives on at Western
Trailblazer, educator and philanthropist John Walsh's legacy continues to influence the future of teaching.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
We were happy to welcome Tammie Ashton, Global EVP at VersaBank to visit the Mary J. Wright Child & Youth Development Clinic. We are so grateful for VersaBank’s generous support of the clinic, which helps us deliver mental health services to children and families in the London region.
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Tune in to our Faculty Seminar series next week to hear Dr. Barbara Fensei discuss the role of movement in the management of attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) in children! 📆Date: March 25, 2026 ⏰Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 📍Location: Online (Zoom) Register now: ow.ly/wkZY50YlSVA
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Dean Donna Kotsopoulos with co-authors Brandon Dickson and Professor and Dean Ellyn Lyle, recently published an article for The Conversation highlighting research on supports for international students in rural regions and whether those supports are enough to retain them. ow.ly/fMuk50YuVWA
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Faculty of Education @westernuedu.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Western’s Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women & Children has received $3M in funding from the Public Health Agency of Canada to lead a community of practice focused on preventing and addressing child maltreatment. news.westernu.ca/2026/03/west...
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Western researchers to lead child maltreatment work with $3M from PHAC
Centre for Research and Education on Violence Against Women and Children (CREVAWC) brings organizations together to protect children from harm
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