Kyle Sinnott, Nathan Dufour and Jack Emery from St. Anne’s High School showcase their branded sports gear during Market Day at the University of Windsor. (VICTOR ROMAO/University of Windsor)
By Victor Romao
Local students turned the University of Windsor into a bustling marketplace this month, selling handmade goods and pitching business ideas during Market Day, an event designed to teach financial literacy and entrepreneurship through hands-on experience.
The two-day showcase held from Nov. 3 to 4 at the Odette School of Business and the CAW Student Centre, brought together grade school and high school students from across Windsor-Essex as part of Enactus Windsor’s Ascent program.
— Published on Nov 7th, 2025
Dr. Esraa Abdelhalim, Assistant Professor and one of the lead organizers of GDG Windsor DevFest 2025, helping bring together developers, students and entrepreneurs for a day of innovation in AI, cloud technologies and startup growth. (VICTOR ROMAO/University of Windsor)
Windsor becomes a hub of tech innovation this November as more than 300 developers, designers and entrepreneurs descend on the Odette School of Business for GDG Windsor DevFest 2025 — a high-energy, one-day conference packed with expert-led talks, immersive workshops and a thrilling AI startup showdown.
The event, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., aims to foster innovation and collaboration in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and software development.
— Published on Nov 7th, 2025
Parker Van Buskirk tends goal for the Lancers men's hockey team. He is one of four 2025 inductees into the Alumni Sports Hall of Fame (EDWIN TAM/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
Whether on the track, the field or on the ice, former Lancers Corey Bellemore, Brian Jones, Gisèle Poulin and Parker Van Buskirk collected victories, medals, all-star recognitions and records.
On Nov. 16, they will take home yet another honour as the 2025 inductees into the University of Windsor’s Alumni Sports Hall of Fame. (Click this link for event photos.)
— Published on Dec 15th, 2025
Clark Wiebe (MBA '18), chief operating officer of Coachwood Group, credits his University of Windsor education and Windsor’s entrepreneurial spirit for helping drive the company’s rapid growth and brand revival. (FILES/University of Windsor)
University of Windsor graduate Clark Wiebe (MBA '18) is helping drive the rapid expansion of one of Windsor’s fastest-growing business groups—Coachwood Group—and leading the turnaround of a major consumer brand.
Wiebe joined Coachwood in 2018 as a sales representative and now serves as chief operating officer.
He played a central role in reviving BioSteel, a bankrupt sports drink brand that became profitable within six months of acquisition.
— Published on Sep 9th, 2025
The WEtech Alliance team standing outside of their new space at Windsor Hall at the University of Windsor’s downtown campus. (Courtesy WEtech Alliance)
Downtown Windsor is gaining momentum as a hub for tech, entrepreneurship, and community collaboration.
That energy just got a boost with WEtech Alliance’s move into Windsor Hall — further embedding the organization in the heart of the city’s innovation corridor.
As of Aug. 1, WEtech Alliance has joined the University of Windsor’s downtown footprint, relocating to the second floor of Windsor Hall.
— Published on Aug 8th, 2025
The Odette School of Business at the University of Windsor in Windsor, Ont.
The University of Windsor’s Odette School of Business has been recognized for its societal impact and commitment to sustainability in the sixth edition of the Positive Impact Rating (PIR), launched at the PIR Global Summit 2025 and acknowledged during the UN PRME Global Forum.
— Published on Jul 15th, 2025
Odette School of Business students on a study abroad trip in Scotland. (Back, left to right) Gabrielle Graziano, Lauren Purves, Alexis Russell, Luke Tatomir, Ryan Roth, Stefan Dobrich, Dylan Schives, Evan Smith, Dr. Matt Wilson
(Front, left to right) Kayla Bennett, Lava Rios. (Submitted by Dr. Matt Wilson)
By Lindsay Charlton
Building strong business relationships sometimes means stepping out of the boardroom, onto the green, and driving connections.
Trading formal office wear for a polo shirt and baseball cap, assistant professor Matt Wilson of the Odette School of Business focuses on using golf as a business tool in his course, Teeing Off for Business Success.
— Published on Jul 9th, 2025
Three researchers from the Odette School of Business earned best paper honours at the 2025 Administrative Sciences Association of Canada (ASAC) annual conference, showcasing the school’s national leadership in innovative business research. (TRAVIS FAUTEUX/The University of Windsor)
By Sara Elliott
Three Odette School of Business faculty members took top honours at Canada's premier event for business academics.
Their research won best paper awards at the 2025 Administrative Sciences Association of Canada (ASAC) annual conference held in May.
"These achievements showcase the incredible depth of research talent at the Odette School of Business,” notes associate dean Dr. Karen Robson.
— Published on Jun 17th, 2025
Kiefer Wright and Tad Czubernat are among many UWindsor alumni contributing to the construction of the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
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.
— Published on Jun 18th, 2025
Kyle Sinnott, Nathan Dufour and Jack Emery from St. Anne’s High School showcase their branded sports gear during Market Day at the University of Windsor. (VICTOR ROMAO/University of Windsor)
