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People, Equity & Inclusion
Dr. Sean Horton
May 27th, 2026

By Kate Hargreaves 

From academic advocacy to community engagement, Dr. Sean Horton’s work is consistently imbued with a focus on equity and inclusivity. 

Teaching & Learning
A graduating student is congratulated by Chancellor Dwight Duncan and President J.J. McMurtry.
Jun 9th, 2026

By John-Paul Bonadonna

More than 4,100 University of Windsor graduates will cross the stage during the University of Windsor's 125th Spring Convocation, June 2 to 5 at the Toldo Lancer Centre.

Nine ceremonies will honour students from every faculty across campus.

Over four days, graduands will cross the stage in front of family members, friends, faculty, staff and classmates in recognition of years of academic achievement, perseverance and personal growth.

Campus Life
UWindsor Lancer mascot Winston in front of a crowd at a football game
May 26th, 2026

By Kate Hargreaves 

Lancer midfielder Robbie Oates (BSc Kin ’24, BEd ’26) has maintained a packed sports schedule over his last few years at UWindsor. 

Some nights, he’s on the basketball court, others surrounded by cheering volleyball fans and others still on the sidelines at football games. He’s even been known to make the occasional appearance at a pre-game tailgate. 

Research & Innovation
Prarthana Pillai
May 25th, 2026

By Sara Elliott 

From freshwater restoration research to studies examining how drug policy and harm reduction services shape HIV prevention and treatment outcomes, the 2026 Research and Innovation Excellence Awards exemplified the innovative research, scholarship and creative activity currently happening at the University of Windsor.

On May 21, the University’s research community celebrated the awards presented by the Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation.  

Campus Life
Claudio Verani, Sarika Sharma, Dan Mennill
May 25th, 2026

By Sara Elliott 

Faculty, staff and students were recognized for their excellence in service, teaching and research at the Faculty of Science Spring and Shout event. 

While 17 award recipients were celebrated across the faculty, three honourees — master’s student Sarika Sharma (BSc ’24), staff member Jayne Pierce and instructor Olena Syrotkina — showcase some of the stories behind this year’s awards. 

Research & Innovation
Emma Pesce
May 22nd, 2026

By Sara Elliott 

Two University of Windsor physics undergraduates are gaining early research experience thanks to scholarships funded by professor emeriti. 

Distinguished University Professor Emeritus William Baylis and his wife, Bobbye Baylis, launched the Baylis Physics Research Internship in 2021. It offers an annual opportunity for a student to engage in advanced research with a faculty mentor. 

Community & Partnerships
Deans from around the world stand together in the Ianni law building at UWindsor
May 22nd, 2026

By Sara Meikle

For the first time in its history, the Global Law Deans Forum was held in Canada — with the University of Windsor at the centre of the international conversation on the future of legal education.

Community & Partnerships
photo of students, faculty and industry partners at one of the company buildings
May 21st, 2026

 

By Victor Romao

MBA students from the University of Windsor stepped beyond the classroom this spring, as part of EnRoute, a multi-day experiential learning program, in the Greater Toronto Area. 

Latest News
Headshots of Chief Justice Michael H. Tulloch and broadcaster Joe Bowen.
May 29th, 2026

By John-Paul Bonadonna

The University of Windsor will recognize two distinguished Canadians whose careers have left lasting marks on public life, sports, justice and community service at its upcoming Spring Convocation ceremonies.

Community & Partnerships
A group of teacher candidates and someone in a duck costume does a cheer performance in front of stands full of students at Alumni stadium
May 22nd, 2026

By Kate Hargreaves 

The University of Windsor’s Alumni Stadium was bursting with spirit, cheers and...ducks as the Faculty of Education’s LEAD service-learning classes hosted hundreds of local children for the annual LEAD Legacy Project Challenge Cup.