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Community & Partnerships
WIFF logo projected on screen with Vincent Georgie at podium.
Nov 6th, 2025

University News readers have the chance to win a pair of ticket vouchers to the Windsor International Film Festival (WIFF)’s closing night film After the Hunt.

A celebration of global storytelling, WIFF runs Oct. 23 to Nov. 2 across downtown Windsor, with screenings at the Capitol Theatre, Chrysler Theatre and the School of Creative Arts’ Armouries.

Campus Life
Kory Bessette, clinical therapist at the University of Windsor
Oct 28th, 2025

By Lindsay Charlton

Campus is no stranger to geese, mostly harmless, but what if one had a sinister plan?  

One of Canada’s earliest hauntings tells a “wild” story of a Wallaceburg, Ont., farmer whose land was said to be cursed by a witch who takes on the form of a goose, tormenting the family to make them leave.  

Teaching & Learning
Stock image of children trick or treating on Halloween night.
Nov 26th, 2025

By Lindsay Charlton

A night when worlds collide 

As the leaves change and a chill creeps into the air, this time of year may also send a shiver down your spine. 

Ghosts, witches and ghouls make their presence known as All Hallows’ Eve approaches Friday, when the veil between worlds grows thin — or so says ancient Celtic lore. 

Latest News
Lancers Football and Basketball are set for action this weekend.
Oct 28th, 2025

With a home field win over Ottawa this past weekend, the Windsor Lancers claimed not only a berth into the OUA Football semifinals, but a home game – their first in the semis since 1990 – against the Queen’s Qaels, Saturday, Nov. 1 at Alumni Stadium, with kickoff set for 1 p.m.

The Lancers will be eager for redemption as they were eliminated by Queen’s at home during last year's quarterfinals.

Campus Life
Royal Canadian Navy members and students observe a moment of remembrance during a campus service
Oct 28th, 2025

The University of Windsor’s Serving Scholars team is rallying the campus community to get moving in support of ill and injured members and veterans of Canada’s military.

Teaching & Learning
Photos of the winners of the 2025 GA/TA Awards: Saba Memon, Ronnie Haidar, Mary Strong and Brennen Siemens.
Oct 28th, 2025

The Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) has announced the recipients of the 2025 GA/TA Awards, honouring four exceptional educators for their commitment to teaching excellence. 

Community & Partnerships
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, Dean of Engineering Bill Van Heyst, and MASc student Mahir Chowdhury
Oct 27th, 2025

By Lindsay Charlton

The question Windsor’s mayor hears most from companies looking to invest in the region is simple: “Do you have the talent to make my business successful?”

He knows the answer is yes — and it’s growing.

Mayor Drew Dilkens visited the University of Windsor’s Faculty of Engineering Wednesday to get an up-close look at the mechatronics labs and the research underway.

People, Equity & Inclusion
President J.J. McMurtry stands with Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Awards recipients.
Oct 27th, 2025

By John-Paul Bonadonna

Leadership, innovation and compassion were celebrated at the University of Windsor’s 2025 People, Equity & Inclusion Awards, held Thursday Oct. 2 in the Alumni Auditorium.

Research & Innovation
Taylor McEachnie, a doctoral student of clinical neuropsychology, is exploring how sex hormones interact and affect cognitive processes.
Oct 27th, 2025

By Lindsay Charlton

In an effort to better understand how sex hormones affect the brain, a University of Windsor PhD candidate is recruiting participants for a study aimed at closing gaps in women’s health research.

Community & Partnerships
Vincent Georgie, WIFF executive director and Odette School of Business assistant professor, introduces the opening night film Mile End Kicks at the Chrysler Theatre on Oct. 23, 2025. (MILOŠ SAVIĆ/Windsor International Film Festival)
Oct 24th, 2025

By Victor Romão

From Cannes winners to future Oscar nominees, the Windsor International Film Festival (WIFF) has built a reputation as one of Canada’s most ambitious and rewarding cultural events—drawing national attention for its bold programming and world-class experience.