UWill Discover Model United Nations award recipients, from left: Pranjal Reen, Best Presenter, combined honours in political science and sociology (China); Victorieuse Sambao, Best Delegate, honours law and politics, representing Outstanding Scholar (Sweden); and Aanustup Singh Rathore, Best Position Paper (United States of America). (SUBMITTED BY ZEINA ABOU HAIDAR/University of Windsor)
By Victor Romao
The buzz of possibility will fill the CAW Student Centre on Thursday, Nov. 27 as the University of Windsor officially launches its UWill Discover project—a year-long initiative designed to transform student ideas into impactful research and creative work.
Led by the Student Success and Leadership Centre (SSLC), UWill Discover is more than a conference. It’s a platform for students to share scholarship, collaborate across disciplines and connect their academic pursuits to real-world challenges.
This year’s theme, Economic Opportunities, invites participants to explore how their work can generate tangible benefits for themselves and their communities.
Dr. Tim Brunet, UWill Discover project chair, says the program is about equipping students with skills that extend beyond the classroom.
“UWill Discover is a project that puts students at the front of the room. They present successful class assignments, their research and creative work and campus initiatives,” said Brunet.
“Most importantly, we have the resources, workshops and networks to help their work shine!"
The launch event features giveaways and information on how to get involved with UWill Discover’s conference, journal, podcast and workshops.
Students will also learn about the conference scheduled to take place at the downtown campus on March 20 and 21, 2026, which serves as the main highlight of the year’s activities.
For those looking to stand out, the Economic Opportunities award offers a $200 prize for projects that demonstrate clear links to economic outcomes.
Examples include career pathways, intellectual property development, community savings through improved systems and entrepreneurial ventures.
By fostering cross-faculty collaboration, UWill Discover helps students develop leadership skills and a sense of agency in shaping their futures.
Brunet emphasizes that the program is not limited to traditional academic research. Creative projects, policy proposals and entrepreneurial ideas are equally welcome.
As industries seek adaptable thinkers and problem-solvers, programs like UWill Discover offer a bridge between theory and practice.
Students interested in participating can find details on workshops, submission guidelines and conference dates at https://www.uwindsor.ca/uwilldiscover/.