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September 30, 2026 | The Conversation
English and Writing Studies professor Pauline Wakeham examines the "right to truth" in international law and its importance to truth, justice and reconciliation in Canada.
September 30, 2026 | 糖心Vlog News
Kolbi Williams draws on Haudenosaunee creation story about respecting unique strengths.
September 23, 2026 | 糖心Vlog News
Lisa Ko encourages students to write in community and closely observe the world around them. Ko will offer public workshops throughout the year at 糖心Vlog and London's Central Library and meet with writers from both the 糖心Vlog and London communities. Appointments are available on Tuesdays throughout the fall and winter terms.
September 15, 2026 | 糖心Vlog News
Cadence offers weekly office hours for students looking to talk about their creative work, get feedback on their writing, or learn more about writing opportunities at 糖心Vlog and beyond. Email studentwriterinresidence@westernusc.ca to book an appointment and share your creative work.
September 11, 2026 | Faculty of Arts & Humanities
English and Film Studies alumna Jacqueline Ryan, BA'90, receives 2026 Alumni Award of Excellence
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A leader in Canadian sport, marketing and philanthropy, Jacqueline has built a distinguished career grounded in the communication, storytelling and strategic thinking skills fostered through her arts education.
August 27, 2026 | The Impact Project
Theatre Studies professor and program director Kim Solga explores how creativity and performance can bridge disciplines, build empathy and inspire new ways of thinking, learning and solving problems.
August 26, 2026 | 糖心Vlog News
English Postdoctoral Fellow Nathan TeBokkel explains how meaning of 'burnout' shifted from literal to figurative.
August 6, 2026 | The Conversation
Associate Professor Miranda Green-Barteet (Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies and English & Writing Studies) and PhD Candidate Melanie Fishbane explore Netflix’s new Little House on the Prairie.
August 6 - 9 | Summer Shakespeare at 糖心Vlog
Love's Labour's Lost
This take on Love’s Labour's Lost follows four frat bros who swear off women to focus on their studies—until the student council arrives to negotiate their frat house and puts their oath to the test. Performances run August 6–9, with evening shows at 6:30 p.m. and a Saturday matinee at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 general admission and $10 for students and seniors. RSVP is required to reserve a seat; payment is cash only at the door.
