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  • Reimagining 2020: Western's Net Zero 2020 Pitch Competition

    February 24, 2020
    Net Zero Pitch Competition: Finding solutions to the climate crisis starts right here at Western.

  • 2020 International Student Congress of (bio)Medical Sciences

    December 09, 2019
    The 27th edition of the International Student Congress Of (bio)Medical Sciences will take place from June 2-5, 2020 at the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), The Netherlands. The abstract submission period is still open!

  • New Academic Search Interface - Omni

    December 09, 2019
    On December 10, Western Libraries will go-live with the new academic search interface called OMNI. This new interface will provide a cleaner, more modern look and feel, and includes several options that will enhance searching and browsing for serendipitous digital discovery across the entire Western collection.

  • Western Heads East - Recruiting Interns for Summer 2020

    December 09, 2019
    Western Heads East (WHE) is currently recruiting interns for the summer 2020 term to participate on community projects in East Africa.

  • Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) Preparatory Sessions

    December 09, 2019
    Increase your knowledge of the multiple mini interview process and enhance your interview skills by attending MMI preparation sessions!

  • Would U Rather Contest - Win Cash Prizes!

    November 26, 2018
    Leave The Pack Behind, the best practice program for young adult smoking cessation and prevention funded by the Ministry of Health, is currently promoting its effective and successful wouldurather… contest. Win cash prizes!

  • Western Biochemistry Club

    October 29, 2018
    Western Biochemistry Club (WBC) has several activities planned this week.

  • Free MCAT Preparation Events

    October 29, 2018
    Are you applying to Medical School? Learn everything there is to know about the MCAT at our FREE sample class!

  • MCAT Fee Assistance Program

    October 22, 2018
    The Association of American Medical Colleges and the Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada are providing a fee assistance program to help Canadian examinees take the Medical College Admission Test® (MCAT®).

  • Congratulations to our BMSc and Neuroscience Alumni!

    October 22, 2018
    Congratulations to our BMSc and Neuroscience graduates who were recent award and scholarship recipients.

  • Celebrating the BMSc Class of 2018 with Cameron Patterson

    June 13, 2018
    For Cameron Patterson, stepping outside his comfort zone was an important part of his university career. Early on, he made a decision to choose experiences that would challenge him. And it began with choosing the combined BMSc/HBA program.

  • Supporting Education, Empowerment and Development, through Science

    May 07, 2018
    Supporting Education, Empowerment and Development, through Science (S.E.E.D.S.) is looking to hire as volunteers interested students, young professionals, and community leaders for the 2018/2019 year.

  • Job Opportunity - London Regional Cancer Program

    April 23, 2018
    The London Regional Cancer Program (LRCP) is launching a pilot program to increase patient awareness about oncology clinical trials. We are looking for a temporary position responsible for the management of a clinical trials information kiosk in the LRCP patient waiting area

  • Nspire Western: Mind Over Matter Health Tech Competition 2018

    January 29, 2018
    Nspire Innovation Network (Western chapter) is hosting the Nspire Western: Mind Over Matter Health Tech Competition 2018 on March 23 beginning at 2:30 p.m. in the Physics and Astronomy Building. Registration is required.

  • Volunteer Opportunity - Job Searching Resources Focus Groups

    January 29, 2018
    The Student Success Centre is hosting two focus groups this week regarding the current job market and issues faced during the job search. Please register to participate in one of these sessions by visiting Career Central >Special Event - Job Searching Resources Focus Group.

  • University of Ottawa Healthcare Symposium - seeking student ambassadors

    November 06, 2017
    University of Ottawa Healthcare Symposium is seeking student ambassadors for the January 2018 conference. Application deadline is November 13.

  • Inspiring Young Women in STEM

    October 18, 2017
    Western Women in Neuroscience and BrainsCAN invite you to attend the 2nd Biennial Inspiring Young Women in STEM Conference on Sunday, March 4, 2018 at Western!

  • Featured Student - Matthew Magyar-Ng

    October 02, 2017
    Matthew Magyar-Ng, a Medical Sciences 2 student, undertook a 16-week research opportunity at the Stephenson Cardiac Imaging Centre in Calgary.

  • Volunteer Opportunity - Frontier College

    October 02, 2017
    Frontier College is seeking student volunteers to assist with literacy programs for youth and adults in the London area.

  • Volunteer Opportunity - Violence Prevention Program

    October 02, 2017
    This program is seeking Western student volunteers to facilitate discussion about violence prevention in a high school classroom for one period.

  • Volunteer Oppportunity - Western Homecoming on October 21

    October 02, 2017
    Volunteer opportunities are available during Homecoming Weekend for any Schulich Medicine & Dentistry learner, faculty or staff member.

  • Volunteer Opportunity - Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology

    July 28, 2017
    The purpose of these volunteer positions is to enhance the broad field of research occurring within the pediatric gastroenterology & hepatology service by assisting with various projects currently underway within this specialty service.

  • Volunteer Opportunity - Western Students Offering Support (SOS)

    July 27, 2017
    Western Students Offering Support (SOS) is seeking upper year students to volunteer as tutors in 1000- and 2000-level Science courses. Other volunteer positions in Finance and Marketing are also available. Deadline to apply is July 31.

  • BMSUE Awards Ceremony photo gallery

    June 15, 2017
    Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2017 BMSUE Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 15. Please enjoy a photo gallery from the event.

  • Celebrating Excellence in Teaching

    April 03, 2017
    Dr. Sarah McLean is a recipient of Western's USC Teachig Award for 2016/17.

  • Leadership Education Program (LEP) Summit 2017

    March 06, 2017
    The Leadership Education Program (LEP) in the Student Success Centre is holding a leadership conference on March 12. Registration is required.

  • Western Undergraduate Research Journal - Seeking executive members

    March 06, 2017
    Applications are now open for the 2017-18 Western Undergraduate Research Executive Team

  • Volunteer Opportunity - Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO)

    March 06, 2017
    Gain leadership experience, embrace a healthy, happy lifestyle and help kids with cancer. POGO is looking for student volunteers to recruit and lead teams to participate in teh Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon.

  • Physics Undergraduate Conference (PhUnC) - March 9

    February 13, 2017
    Physics Undergraduate Conference (PhUnC) on March 9 will provide undergraduate students with the opportunity to network and share their physics-based research through short talks and poster sessions. Registration deadline is February 27.

  • Job Opportunity - Event Coordinator for InsideScientific

    February 06, 2017
    InsideScientific is seeking applications from students who will be graduating in Spring 2017, who may be eager to start work part-time immediately. Workload can be adjusted to accommodate academic studies, with employment transitioning to full-time following graduation.

  • Graduate Student Teaching Assistant Awards of Excellence (GSTA)

    December 05, 2016
    The fall nomination form to nominate your Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) for an award for teaching excellence. Nominations are collected once per term with winners announced in May. Please consider nominating a GTA who made a difference to your learning experience at Western this term.

  • Schulich Research Opportunities Program

    December 05, 2016
    The Schulich Research office offers funding for research in global health undertaken by BMSc, Neuroscience, Medicine or Dentistry student.

  • Undergraduate Research Opportunity in Germany

    December 05, 2016
    Are you interested in an international research opportunity this summer? Mitacs and DAAD have partnered to provide an experience for undergraduate students in Germany.

  • Canada Graduate Scholarships - Masters (CGSM)

    November 21, 2016
    Points of interest regarding the Canada Graduate Scholarship Program at the Master's level (CGS M) should be reviewed prior to applying. The application deadline is December 1.

  • Leave the Pack Behind - "wouldurather" contest opens!

    November 21, 2016
    Leave the Pack Behind (LTPB),an Ontario government funded tobacco control program is hosting a contest with a chance to win $5000! We are currently hosting a contest called wouldurather

  • Proteus Innovation Competition

    November 14, 2016
    Are you looking to put your entrepreneurial skills to the test, develop new networks, and compete to win $7,500? Then Proteus is for you!

  • Hult Prize @ Western Challenge: One Million Dollar Start-up Challenge

    November 14, 2016
    Will you be the next US $1 Million winner? It is with great pleasure that we invite you to participate in the 8th annual Hult Prize by competing on our very own on-campus event!

  • Volunteer Opportunity - Drug Safety Laboratory in SDRI

    November 07, 2016
    A volunteer position for a Year 3 or 4 BMSc student is available in the Drug Safety Laboratory in SDRI. This position has been filled.

  • Volunteer Opportunity - MMI Interview Prep Sessions

    November 07, 2016
    The Student Success Centre is seeking volunteers to assist with the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) practice sessions.

  • SciNapse Undergraduate Science Case Competition

    October 24, 2016
    The SciNapse Undergraduate Science Case Competition (USCC) is a yearly science case competition hosted by 8 universities across Ontario. Teams of 2 to 4 undergraduate students of any faculty are welcome to compete, submitting their creative solution to the case. Team registration deadline is October 31.

  • Western Undergraduate Research Journal Summer Research Workshop

    September 27, 2016
    Western Undergraduate Research Journal of Health and Natural Sciences (WURJ)is holding a summer research workshop on October 5 at 7:00 p.m. in NSC 7.

  • Frontier College Volunteer Opportunity

    September 26, 2016
    Frontier College is seeking literacy volunteers to work with children, youth and adult learners.

  • HOSA - Future Health Professionals AGM

    September 26, 2016
    HOSA Western's Annual General Meeting will be held on September 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the Physics and Astronomy Building (PAB) 148.

  • PokeMedSci-GO O-month Activity

    September 19, 2016
    Congratulations to the Year 1 Medical Sciences students who were the top finishing teams at the PokeMedSci-Go challenge on September 13.

  • Creating a New Culture of Peace

    August 23, 2016
    Western Ontario Vegan Society is hosting a presentation by Dr. Will Tuttle on September 9 at 7:00 pm in SSC 2050. Dr. Tuttle is a worldwide inspirational speaker who will talk about the food we choose, where it comes from and how it affects us physically, psychologically and culturally.

  • Experience Your Life Expo

    August 23, 2016
    Connect with 60 iconic organizations from Canada and around the globe who are making a difference in the world through socially conscious jobs, travel, volunteer, and study opportunities.

  • Faculty of Health Sciences Graduate Professional Program Preview

    August 23, 2016
    The 6th Annual Faculty of Health Sciences’ Graduate Professional Program Preview, profiling the masters-level entry-to-practice professional programs in Audiology (MClSc), Occupational Therapy (MScOT), Physical Therapy (MPT) and Speech-Language Pathology (MClSc), will take place on Saturday, October 29, 2016. Registration is required.

  • Volunteer Opportunity - Leave the Pack Behind (LTPB)

    August 22, 2016
    Leave the Pack Behind (LTPB) is seeking first year student volunteers. Deadline to submit your resume and cover letter is August 25.

  • Volunteer Opportunity - Western Students Offering Support (SOS)

    June 24, 2016
    WesternSOS is seeking upper year students to volunteer as tutors for 1000- and 2000-level Science, Biochemistry, Psychology and Economics courses. The deadline to apply is July 8.

  • BMSUE Awards Ceremony photo gallery

    June 16, 2016
    Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2016 BMSUE Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 16. Please enjoy a photo gallery from the event.

  • Volunteer Opportunity with the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO)

    May 09, 2016
    Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO)is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and motivated student-leader from your university to recruit and lead a fundraising team to participate in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon.

  • Masters of Management of Applied Science (MMASc)

    May 04, 2016
    Western's Master of Management of Applied Science (MMASc) program is a unique one-year professional degree that will provide you with the skills you need to jump start your career and bridge the gap between science and industry.

  • The Undergraduate Awards

    March 21, 2016
    Western is once again participating in "The Undergraduate Awards." This is the world's only pan-discipline scholarly competition that reviews coursework from students in the sciences to arts and humanities, to social science and many other areas.

  • Western Heads East Textbook Drive

    March 21, 2016
    Western Heads East is organizing a book drive on campus to acquire resources requested by Western's university partners in Tanzania and Kenya.

  • Evaluation, Resilience, and Sustainability in Family Mental Health & Addication Peer Support - A Research and Innovation Symposium

    March 21, 2016
    The primary goal of this symposium is to identify two cross-sector (academia and community/hospital) collaborative research projects focused on peer support for families and/or informal caregivers who are supporting individuals living with mental health and/or addiction-related concerns.

  • International Clinical Dissection Program

    March 21, 2016
    McGill University is offering a 4-week clinical dissection program this summer for students who may require a sound knowledge or fine-tuning of gross anatomy and dissection skills.

  • Western Gazette is hiring!

    March 11, 2016
    Western Gazette is hiring students for the 2016-17 school year. Positions currently open include columnists, editors, writers and designers. Applications close on March 16.

  • Western Undergraduate Research Journal of Health and Natural Sciences - Executive Applications

    March 11, 2016
    Western Undergraduate Research Journal of Health and Natural Sciences (WURJHNS) is selecting members for the 2016-17 executive team. Application deadline is March 16.

  • Medical School for International Health

    March 07, 2016
    The Medical School for International Health (MSIH)in Israel is hosting an information webinar on March 15.

  • Volunteer Opportunity at London Health Research Day

    February 18, 2016
    Looking for a fun way to get involved while learning about local research? Volunteer on Tuesday, March 29 at London Health Research Day – the region’s premier research showcase event!

  • Undergraduate Biophysics Network of Students (BONeS)

    February 11, 2016
    The Undergraduate Biophysics Network of Students (BONeS) invites you to learn about the field of Medical Biophysics.

  • International Student Congress of (bio)Medical Sciences (ISCOMS)

    January 26, 2016
    ISCOMS is one of the world’s leading international (bio)medical student congresses providing students with the opportunity to showcase their research, as well as to attend interesting lectures, student presentations and interactive workshops to extend their knowledge on the latest (bio)medical research. Registration opens for non-presenting participants on March 7.

  • MMI Interview Prep Sessions

    December 15, 2015
    The Student Success Centre invites you to participate in Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) practice sessions. Great preparation for professional program interviews. Registration is required.

  • 3M National Student Fellowship

    December 09, 2015
    The call for nominations for the 2016 3M National Student Fellowship is now open.

  • Inspring Young Women in STEM Conference

    December 09, 2015
    Call for abstracts - The Inspiring Young Women in STEM Conference 2016 is being held at Western University on March 6, 2016. This undergraduate conference aims to inspire, engage, and empower young women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields.

  • The Next 36

    October 13, 2015
    Next 36 is an unique educational program, in which 36 high potential students are selected from across Canada and all academic disciplines to participate in building their own business venture. Deadline to apply is October 20.

  • Schulich Running Group

    October 06, 2015
    Calling all runners! The Schulich Running Group will meet on Wednesdays at 5:30 PM in the Medical Sciences Building lobby. All levels welcome!

  • Schulich Graduate Studies - Lecture Series

    October 06, 2015
    Schulich Graduate Studies is hosting information sessions so students can learn more about the graduate programs in the basic medical sciences.

  • Volunteer Opportunity: Frontier College

    October 06, 2015
    Frontier College is seeking literacy tutors to work with children, youth and adult learners.

  • Volunteer Opportunity with Leave the Pack Behind

    August 20, 2015
    Leave the Pack Behind (LTPB) is looking for new volunteers for this year. Deadline to submit your application is August 27

  • Congratulations to the 2015 BMSUE Award Recipients

    June 15, 2015
    Proud parents, family and friends congratulated the 27 talented award winners at the 2015 Basic Medical Sciences Undergraduate Education Awards Ceremony. The ceremony provided an opportunity for everyone to recognize the hard work and impressive achievements these talented graduates will add to their resumes.

  • Summer Internship Opportunities in Cancer Research at IRIC

    February 26, 2024
    The Institute For Research in Immunology and Cancer (IRIC) Next Generation Award offers students enrolled in an undergraduate program a rewarding opportunity to complete a summer internship of 12 or 16 weeks in the field of cancer research at IRIC at the University of Montreal.

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