Faculty

Getting proactive about women’s bone density: Partnership with Field Hockey Canada to explore athlete spine health

A young woman sprints while a man records information from a chairDr. Andrew Perrotta worked as the physiologist with the Canadian national women’s field hockey team during the Rio Olympic cycle (PROVIDED BY A. PERROTTA/University of Windsor)

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.

Between Windsor and Detroit, a different kind of connection takes shape

photo of Dr. Lee Rodney standing in front of the new Gordie Howe BridgeUniversity of Windsor professor Lee Rodney stands near the Gordie Howe International Bridge in Windsor, Ont., a project she says could reshape cross-border identity between Windsor and Detroit. (PETER MARVAL/University of Windsor)

 

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.

For decades, the Detroit River has been less a barrier than a seam, stitching together two cities whose economies, cultures and daily rhythms have long overlapped.

Learning and resistance in the age of AI: Keynote to explore educational ethics

Lauren BialystokDr. Lauren Bialystok will be the keynote speaker for the 2026 summer session of the Joint PhD in Education, hosted at UWindsor this July (PROVIDED BY L. BIALYSTOK/University of Windsor)

By Kate Hargreaves 

Dr. Lauren Bialystok never wanted to research artificial intelligence (AI). 

"I feel like AI chose me more than I chose it,” she says. 

However, with the ubiquity of AI, including in her field of education, Bialystok found herself drawn to the topic. 

“I’ve seen changes over the last few years that portend such enormous shifts in what education is for and how we go about our business,” she says. 

University of Windsor reappoints Faculty of Human Kinetics Dean for second term

Linda Rohr in front of Assumption Hall Dr. Linda Rohr has been reappointed as Dean of the Faculty of Human Kinetics (MICHAEL WILKINS/University of WIndsor)

By Kate Hargreaves

Dr. Linda Rohr will serve a second five-year term as Dean of the Faculty of Human Kinetics beginning July 1. 

“I am thrilled to continue to champion the blue and gold. I look forward to growing our impact, from research and scholarly endeavours, to campus wellness and community engagement,” said Rohr of her reappointment. 

A legacy of care: New nursing scholarship honours Jo Anne Cedar’s lifelong commitment to care

Graduation photo of Jo Anne CedarJo Anne Cedar graduated the University of Windsor’s BScN nursing program in 1980, a moment that reflects the early beginnings of her lifelong commitment to care and community. (SUBMITTED BY THE CEDAR FAMILY/University of Windsor)

By Sara Meikle

For Jo Anne Cedar, nursing was never just a career — it was her identity.

A new scholarship established by the Cedar family at the University of Windsor Faculty of Nursing will ensure that the legacy of Cedar (BScN ’80, BA ’81) and her lifelong commitment to caring for others will continue to shape future generations of nurses.

A fair shot at work: UWindsor researcher explores what helps justice-involved Canadians succeed

portrait of Dr. Kemi Anazodo in Odette School of BusinessDr. Kemi Anazodo, professor at the University of Windsor’s Odette School of Business, is part of a research team studying employment outcomes for justice-involved adults. (DAVE GAUTHIER /University of Windsor)

 

By Victor Romao

For people with criminal records, finding steady work can be one of the hardest parts of rebuilding their lives. 

A new research project involving University of Windsor business professor Kemi Anazodo is examining how employment programs can help justice-involved Canadians overcome those barriers and build long-term stability. 

How the UWindsor Faculty of Nursing is transforming its approach to Indigenous health education

Sara Williams stands with students in an an Indigenous simulation clinicProfessor Sara Williams and nursing students participate in an Indigenous-focused clinical simulation. Indigenous health content is integrated throughout the Faculty of Nursing curriculum as part of its ongoing commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. (SUBMITTED BY SARA WILLIAMS/University of Windsor)

By Sara Meikle

As Canada marks National Indigenous History Month and prepares to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, the University of Windsor is reflecting on the ongoing work of reconciliation taking place on campus.

Within the Faculty of Nursing, that commitment is being translated into meaningful action through curriculum transformation, community engagement and efforts to create a more equitable health-care system for Indigenous Peoples.

Student, leader, teacher, researcher: Education grad named most valuable student

Student teacher in front of elementary school childrenSarah Julius is the winner of the Faculty of Education's Most Valuable Student award for 2026 (FILE/University of Windsor)

By Kate Hargreaves

Sarah Julius is used to balancing a lot.  

A recent graduate of the University of Windsor’s concurrent education program in psychology and early childhood education, Julius (BEd, BA, ECE ’26) crossed the stage in June to receive two degrees and a college diploma. 

Watch parties, recruitment and walking soccer: How grassroots clubs are turning World Cup buzz into lasting change

Kristen Morrison holding a soccer ball next to a soccer netDr. Kristen Morrison is studying the way community soccer organizations are leveraging World Cup buzz (PETER MARVAL/University of Windsor)

By Kate Hargreaves 

Soccer fans are gearing up to watch Canada take on the best teams from around the globe in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 

Some supporters will even have the chance to support their team in person in Toronto and Vancouver, as Canada hosts the tournament for the first time alongside Mexico and the United States. 

Among those cheering on Team Canada will be community soccer organizations, who plan to leverage the World Cup excitement to support the goals of their clubs. 

Leading the way: Nursing students earn LEAD Medallions before convocation

Kelsey Schumacher stands in front of a UWindsor backdrop in her grad gown holding her LEAD medalKelsey Schumacher, recipient of a Gold LEAD Medallion, celebrates her achievement ahead of convocation. The recognition honours students who demonstrate leadership, engagement, application, and discovery beyond the classroom. (KYLE ARCHIBALD/University of Windsor)

By Sara Meikle

Graduation is a milestone full of reflection and possibility, marking growth, accomplishment and everything still ahead. 

From mentoring classmates and leading community initiatives to pursuing critical care certifications and life-changing leadership opportunities, this year’s nursing LEAD Medallion Scholars are celebrated for the many ways they enriched the nursing community during their time at the University of Windsor.