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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Political Science professor Martin Horak provided expert insight to The London Free Press on mayoral candidates’ views of using strong mayor powers and the role those powers could play in London’s municipal government. Read more: lfpress.com/news/london-... #WesternU #PoliticalScience #LondonOn

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Psychology professor and VP (Research) Penny Pexman co-authored a Conversation article exploring how small technology-based interruptions, or “technoference,” can disrupt parent-child connections. Read more: theconversation.com/how-technofe... #WesternU #Psychology #Parenting #Technology

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Psychology professor Victoria Esses, along with co-authors Allison Harell, Hazel Rose Markus and Prerna Singh, examines how social, political and historical conditions can reinforce hostility between Canada and the U.S.—and how the cycle can be broken. Read more: news.westernu.ca/2026/10/cana...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

History and Indigenous Studies professor Cody Groat was interviewed by APTN about the presence of a white supremacist group near the site of the former Kamloops Residential School ahead of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Watch the interview: iqmediacorp.com/ExternalIfra...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Political Science professor Matt Lebo joined CBC News Network to discuss the importance of the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. He also authored a Globe and Mail opinion piece examining whether recent polling reflects the partisanship of midterm elections. Read more: iqmediacorp.com/ExternalIfra...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Political Science professor Zack Taylor collaborated with the University of Toronto on an analysis of Toronto’s mayoral races, examining voting patterns and the importance of support beyond the city’s core. Read the Toronto Star story: www.thestar.com/news/gta/why... #WesternU #PoliticalScience

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Psychology professor Paul Minda provided expert insight to the National Post in an article exploring the challenges of multitasking and how our brains manage multiple demands at once. Read more: nationalpost.com/modern-life/... #WesternU #Psychology #Multitasking #Brain

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Psychology professor Daniel Ansari provided expert insight to CBC News in a national story exploring how children learn math and the importance of developing strong math skills early. Read more: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... #WesternU #Psychology #Education #Math

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Sociology professor Kaitlynn Mendes was quoted by The Globe and Mail in an article examining the need to regulate social media platforms’ addictive design features and their potential impact on users. Read more: www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... #WesternU #Sociology #SocialMedia

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Sociology professor Rachel Margolis provided expert insight to The Atlantic in an article exploring how women decide how many children to have and the factors that shape family-size decisions. Read more: www.theatlantic.com/family/2026/... #WesternU #Sociology #Family #Demography

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Political Science PhD candidate Noah Vanderhoeven examines the growing popularity of prediction markets and what their rise could mean for public health and democracy in a new article for The Conversation. Read more: theconversation.com/prediction-m... #WesternU #PoliticalScience #PredictionMarkets

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

History professor Mike Dove provided expert insight to The Hockey News on how women’s hockey can help revitalize Hockey Night in Canada and reshape the place of women’s hockey in the country’s sporting history. Read more: thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Meet Our Students: Celebrating Success Stories Political Science double major Jessica Mark shares how transferring to Western helped her build confidence, embrace new perspectives, and find community. www.ssc.uwo.ca/meetourstars...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

History professor Alan MacEachern revisits a 1960 prediction that Nov. 13, 2026, would mark “doomsday” because of runaway population growth. His Conversation article explores why the forecast captured widespread attention—and what happened instead. Read more: ca.news.yahoo.com/scientists-p...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour Survivors, children who never returned home, and their families. At Western University Social Science, we reflect, learn, and remember. Every Child Matters 🧡 #NDTR #Reconciliation

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Western Psychology professor Victoria Esses co-authors a new Conversation article examining how tensions between Canada and the U.S. can shape public attitudes — and how shared identity may help rebuild trust. Read more: theconversation.com/the-cycle-of...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Geography and Environment professor Evan Bowness co-authored an opinion article for Canada’s National Observer examining the pipeline debate and its role in Canadian politics. Read more: www.nationalobserver.com/2026/09/29/o...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

DAN Management & Organizational Studies professor Bonnie Simpson joined CTV Your Morning to explain how to read labels and identify products made in Canada. Read more: www.ctvnews.ca/video/2026/0...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Econ students, come connect! 💜 Join the Department of Economics for a Meet & Greet @ The Wave on Oct. 1, 4–6 p.m. Meet professors, connect with fellow students and enjoy light refreshments. #WesternU #Economics

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Political Science professor emeritus Andrew Sancton provided expert insight to the National Post on the planned renovations to 24 Sussex Drive and the role of the National Capital Commission. Read more: nationalpost.com/news/canada/...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Who runs for municipal office? Western researchers surveyed almost 900 Ontario candidates and found the “typical” candidate is 56, a homeowner, university educated and often self-financing their campaign. news.westernu.ca/2026/09/loca... #WesternU #LocalDemocracy

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Sociology professor Michael Haan joined eight CBC Radio programs to discuss growing affordability challenges for Canadians following the release of Statistics Canada’s Housing Survey. Listen: iqmediacorp.com/ExternalIfra...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Professor Jason Gilliland joined CBC London Morning to discuss ACT-i-Pass and his research on promoting physical activity among youth. Listen to the interview: iqmediacorp.com/ExternalIfra...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Sociology professor Kate Choi provided expert insight to The Canadian Press on a StatsCan report showing Canada’s fertility rate remains at an all-time low. Read more: www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/environment/...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Sociology professor Michael Haan spoke with 13 CBC Radio stations about a new StatsCan report showing Canada’s population growth is slowing. Listen to the interview: iqmediacorp.com/ExternalIfra...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Meet Our Students: Celebrating Success Stories. From moving from Dubai to Canada at 17 to earning a Gold Medal, Meghna Dokka's BMOS journey reflects resilience, academic excellence, and determination. Read more: www.ssc.uwo.ca/meetourstars... #WesternU #BMOS #StudentSuccess

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

💜 Homecoming starts tomorrow! Sept 25–27. Mustangs Corral, Tours & Talks, Golden Anniversary Brunch & more. Alumni (years ending in 1 or 6), it’s your anniversary year—time to come back! #WesternU #Homecoming2026 Photo Credits: Western Alumni alumni.westernu.ca/events/homec...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

POV: The fictional SSC security camera 📹 8:03 Running to class. 10:47 Avoiding eye contact with a prof. 12:15 Lunch emergency. 2:36 Same paragraph. 4:59 Assignment panic. Footage deleted. Probably. 😂 #WesternU #SocialScience

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Political Science professor Martin Horak joined CBC’s The Cost of Living to discuss growing public pushback to data centres and research on how neighbourhood concerns can shape public views. Listen: www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

DAN Management & Organizational Studies professor Bonnie Simpson provided expert insight to Canadian Press on apps that help shoppers identify Canadian products. Read more: www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/quebec/buy-c...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Two Social Science researchers, two RSC honours! Ingrid Johnsrude is a Fellow; Ryan Stevenson joins the RSC College of New Scholars. A record year for Western! #WesternU #RSC news.westernu.ca/2026/09/west...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🌎 From Vienna to Vietnam, Western students explored the world this summer! ✈️ With international exchange applications up 70%+, global learning is growing. Where could Western take you? #WesternU #GlobalLearning #StudyAbroad news.westernu.ca/2026/09/in-p...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Meet Our Students: Celebrating Success Stories. BMOS Finance student Veer Karan transformed curiosity into career direction through mentorship, perseverance, and academic growth. Read his story: www.ssc.uwo.ca/meetourstars... #WesternU #StudentSuccess

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Political Science professor Matt Lebo joined 17 CBC afternoon radio shows to discuss how Canada’s association with the EU could impact Canada-U.S. relations. Listen to the interview: iqmediacorp.com/ExternalIfra...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Thousands of new students joined the Western community during OWeek! Social Science students and Sophs got in on the fun, including a nighttime slime-making activity on Concrete Beach. Welcome to #WesternU! news.westernu.ca/2026/09/in-p...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Fourth-year student Zachary Kanemy is gaining hands-on venture capital experience as part of the Western Propel Fund’s student due diligence team, evaluating startups and helping assess their potential. Read more: news.westernu.ca/2026/09/west...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Political Science PhD candidate Noah Vanderhoeven provided expert insight to CBC Info on a website taking bets on Ontario municipal elections. Read more: ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/228...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Geography and Environment PhD candidate Joy Kehinde Adebisi examines why planting trees in natural grasslands, shrublands and savannas can harm ecosystems. Read more: www.downtoearth.org.in/africa/plant...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Coffee. CEOs. Celebrities. Western’s cool courses take learning beyond the expected. Explore the new History of Celebrity course and discover what fame can reveal about us. news.westernu.ca/2026/09/cool... #WesternU #SocialScience

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Psychology PhD candidate Samantha Jones joined 13 CBC Radio programs to discuss her research on thinness-focused social media videos. The research was also featured by Medscape. Listen here: iqmediacorp.com/ExternalIfra...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Meet Aislinn Sandre, Assistant Professor in Psychology, in this week’s Wisdom Wednesdays. From brain development to critical thinking, discover the curiosity behind her research — and the unexpected summer job students may not know about! 🔗 www.ssc.uwo.ca/humans_ssc/m...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Things Social Science has taught me: ✔ People are complicated. ✔ Context matters. ✔ Correlation ≠ causation. ✔ Everyone has a story. ✔ Never trust a sample size of one. And now I analyze everything. 😅 #WesternUSocialScience #SocialScience

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Political Science professor Martin Horak provided expert insight to The London Free Press on the race for London’s Ward 14. Read more: lfpress.com/news/local-n...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Geography and Environment PhD candidate Joy Kehinde Adebisi explores why planting trees in natural grasslands, shrublands and savannas can harm ecosystems. Read more: ca.news.yahoo.com/planting-tre...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

History professor Jeffery Vacante provided expert insight to The Globe and Mail on Quebec’s decision to eliminate English-language information about the upcoming provincial election. Read more: www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/edit...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Psychology professor Carrie Branch’s research on the mating habits of mountain chickadees was featured by the Dutch publication Quest. Read more: www.quest.nl/natuur/diere...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Psychology researcher Samantha Jones led new research on how thinness-focused social media videos affect women’s emotions, as featured by Earth.com. Read more: www.earth.com/lifestyle/bo...

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Social Science @ WesternU @westernusocsci.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

💜 Homecoming Sept 25–27, 2026! Mustangs Corral, Tours & Talks, Golden Anniversary Brunch & more. Alumni with grad years ending in 1 or 6, it’s your anniversary year—time to reconnect! #WesternU #Homecoming2026 Photo Credits: Western Alumni alumni.westernu.ca/events/homec...

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