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People, Equity & Inclusion
Marium Tolson-Murtty attends Alumni event
Jul 6th, 2026

By John-Paul Bonadonna

For Marium Tolson-Murtty, creating inclusive environments has never been confined to a job description.

Long before becoming director of the Office of Human Rights, Conflict Resolution and Mediation (OHRCRM), equity shaped her work across campus — whether supporting students, recruiting future Lancers, coordinating professional development programs or helping advance institutional anti-racism initiatives.

Teaching & Learning
Dr Muharem Kianieff stands outside on UWindsor campus
Jul 8th, 2026

By Sara Meikle

Nearly two decades after Bitcoin first appeared, blockchain technology remains one of the most talked-about and often misunderstood innovations of the digital age.

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Faculty of Engineering Dean Dr. Bill Van Heyst
Jul 6th, 2026

By Lindsay Charlton

Walking through the atrium of the Centre for Engineering Innovation this past year, passersby may have noticed posters reading “Go Bill Go!” and “Two-Term Dean” in support of Bill Van Heyst, dean of the Faculty of Engineering, ahead of his renewal process.

The University of Windsor has since confirmed that Van Heyst will continue to lead the faculty through a second term, effective Sept. 1.

Community & Partnerships
Photo of Michelle Eid at a white board writing the alphabet
Jul 7th, 2026

 

By Victor Romao

A volunteer placement through the University of Windsor’s VIP Community Service Learning Program is giving a student practical experience while helping support children and families at Connections Early Years Family Centre or other community organizations.

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Photo portrait of Luke Pye
Jul 3rd, 2026

 

By Victor Romao

With the crowd buzzing inside the arena, Luke Pye glides into position for a faceoff deep in the home team’s defensive zone, directing players to set their sticks before lowering his gaze to the puck.

He steadies himself, drops it cleanly and quickly backs away as the players battle for possession.

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Casandra Asoufi with her arm raised in the World Cup stadium in Toronto
Jul 3rd, 2026

By Kate Hargreaves 

When Casandra Asoufi applied to volunteer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup back in September, she didn’t think much of it. 

That was until she received word just a few weeks before kick-off that she had been selected from thousands of applicants. 

Not only was Asoufi going to be part of the World Cup; she was going to be on the pitch in the centre circle as part of pre-match ceremonies at Toronto Stadium. 

Teaching & Learning
smiling students and a UWindsor teacher candidate sitting in the grass in Tanzania
Jul 3rd, 2026

By Kate Hargreaves 

When recent nursing graduate Eunice Kungu travelled to Tanzania as part of the University of Windsor’s 2026 Teach Tanzania trip, it was for the second time. 

Kungu, who is originally from Kenya, first participated in the 2025 trip when she was a third-year nursing student. When the opportunity arose to return in 2026, she knew she wanted to go back. 

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Odette business students seated around a computer
Jul 2nd, 2026

 

By Victor Romao

The University of Windsor's Odette School of Business is one of a small group of business schools worldwide now recognized as actively transforming their programs around sustainability and responsible leadership.

Research & Innovation
A young woman sprints while a man records information from a chair
Jul 2nd, 2026

By Kate Hargreaves

For female athletes — and women in general — bone health is key to long-term health.

At the same time, research on women’s physiology has often been overlooked in medicine and sports science.

Community & Partnerships
photo of Dr. Lee Rodney standing in front of the new Gordie Howe Bridge
Jul 10th, 2026

 

By Victor Romao

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is rising at a time when the line between Windsor and Detroit can feel more fixed than fluid.

Tighter border controls, post-pandemic disruptions and political friction between Canada and the United States have made that divide more visible in recent years.