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Campus Life
Professor Sharon Thorpe instructing a class
Jun 16th, 2025

By Gam Macasaet

In celebration of National Nursing Week, the Faculty of Nursing thanks all nursing professionals for their steadfast dedication to caring for our communities and proudly highlights Sharon Thorpe — a UWindsor alumna and sessional instructor — for her professionalism, mentorship, and collaborative spirit.

Research & Innovation
Dr. Jill Urbanic sitting in her lab
Jun 16th, 2025

Synergies between research and manufacturing industry leading to commercial impact for University of Windsor and its partners

CAMufacturing Solutions, Inc. is a Windsor-based company created from fundamental engineering research at the University of Windsor (UWindsor). Providing specialized software to program, simulate and interact with manufacturing systems, it has evolved into a firm with global reach; its software is today used in more than 47 countries.

Research & Innovation
Nigel Hussey leaning over boat and tagging a shark
Jul 9th, 2025

By Sara Elliott

Nigel Hussey’s shark research takes him around the world where he sees first-hand the critical nature of conservation work.  

Now, as part of a massive international study looking at the movement of threatened, large marine animals, he says we can see the harsh reality of global marine conservation.  

“The study shows we’re not protecting habitat for key functions for these species,” he says.  

Sustainability & Wellness
Cardiac Wellness Program participants have their vitals taken before class
Jun 18th, 2025

After two serious heart events, retiree Tony Cimarosti is on the right track. His cardiologist is happy with the progress — and so is he.

Twice a week, Cimarosti, 66, attends the Cardiac Wellness Program at the Toldo Lancer Centre (TLC), working on his heart health alongside others who have gone through similar experiences.

People, Equity & Inclusion
Archivist Dr. Sarah Glassford looking through books in Leddy Library's Archives and Special Collections.
Jun 18th, 2025

Preserving Local History 

In the basement of Leddy Library, behind an unassuming door, relics of the past reside — rows upon rows of documents with ink faded by time, rare and first-edition books, and preserved memories of Southwestern Ontario. 

The space is home to Archives and Special Collections, which holds community records, historic documents, photographs, and other items preserved and cataloged by dedicated archivists. 

Community & Partnerships
Kiefer Wright and Tad Czubernat at construction site
Jun 18th, 2025

Ironworkers from both sides of the border made history this summer by connecting the Gordie Howe International Bridge over the Detroit River, marking a pivotal moment years in the making.

Sustainability & Wellness
Engineering co-op students with employer supervisor
Jun 18th, 2025

As Windsor’s NextStar Energy plant ramps up battery module production, local engineering students are gaining hands-on experience and honing skills vital to the region’s emerging electric vehicle sector.

A joint venture between Stellantis and LG Energy Solution, the plant is Canada’s first facility of its kind to begin production. Construction on the facility broke ground in 2022, with the project celebrated as a major win for the community, expected to create 2,500 jobs.

Research & Innovation
Shiva Nejati and Kunj Dhonde working on circuitry
Jun 18th, 2025

At the University of Windsor, two teams — red and blue — are locked in a strategic battle, working toward the same goal: safeguarding the future of automotive cybersecurity.

These teams, operating from the Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, better known as SHIELD, are focused on opposing areas of security solutions for the auto sector.

Sustainability & Wellness
Mikala Jones leads Seth Sugarman through weight training
Jun 18th, 2025

Asked what his favourite part of coming to the gym is, Seth Sugarman replied: “everything.”

Sugarman is a participant in the Adaptive Physical Exercise (APEX) program, a partnership between the University of Windsor and Community Living Essex County that connects student volunteers with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Research & Innovation
Olivia Sasso and Ewen Van Wagner review script with Charlene Senn
Jun 10th, 2025

Two University of Windsor professors will further their innovative work in sexual assault resistance education thanks to a $2.5 million investment from the Public Health Agency of Canada.