This “Get Swabbed!” stem cell registration drive is centred on Daphne, a Windsor-area mother and grandmother diagnosed with a rare blood cancer. A stem cell transplant is her only potential cure — and you could be the match she’s waiting for. (SUBMITTED BY KATELYN BEDARD BONE MARROW ASSOCIATION/University of Windsor)
By Victor Romao
Fill out a form and have your cheek swabbed. It’s only eight minutes of your time that could lead to saving a life. Daphne’s life.
The Windsor-area grandmother has been diagnosed with a rare blood cancer, and doctors say a stem cell transplant is her only potential cure.
More than 45 million potential donors on a worldwide stem cell registry have already been searched, but no suitable match has been found.
— Published on Mar 24th, 2026
University of Windsor engineering professor and automotive expert Dr. Peter Frise discusses how Canada’s evolving trade relationships with China and Europe could affect the country’s auto sector and manufacturing base. (MICHAEL WILKINS/University of Windsor)
By Victor Romao
As Canada recalibrates its trade relationships with China and deepens economic ties with Europe, questions are emerging about what those shifts mean for the country’s auto industry and manufacturing base.
Peter Frise, a University of Windsor engineering professor and automotive expert, discusses how recent trade developments could affect vehicle imports, regional suppliers and Canada’s long-term competitiveness in a changing global market.
Q: What does the new Canada–China EV arrangement actually change?
— Published on Mar 20th, 2026
Alumna Courtney Gilmour is a two-time Juno-nominated stand-up comedian and television and voice actor (PROVIDED BY C. GILMOUR/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
Courtney Gilmour (BA ’12) is a two-time Juno-nominated stand-up comedian, a voice on PAW Patrol and a recent addition to the cast of Trailer Park Boys.
She built that career the hard way — starting with zero comedy experience on a Windsor stage she had no business being on.
— Published on Mar 4th, 2026
Human Kinetics professor Dr. Craig Greenham explains why some fans may feel disappointed in silver (CANVA STOCK/University of Windsor; C. THERASANATHAN/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
With the Milano-Cortina Winter Games officially wrapped and Canadian athletes beginning to arrive home, the support for Team Canada continues at airports across the country.
Winning 21 medals total — five gold, seven silver and nine bronze, Team Canada took home medals across seven different sports.
— Published on Feb 25th, 2026
Physical activity is key for everyone, including older adults. (MIKE WILKINS/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
Just 10 minutes of physical activity a day can be the start many people need to get moving, according to Dr. Paula van Wyk, professor in the Faculty of Human Kinetics.
Physical activity is especially important for older adults as the aging process can lead to loss of strength and function.
“In general, people are aware of the potential benefits of engaging in physical activity,” she says.
— Published on Feb 23rd, 2026
Librarian Roger Reka is helping to spearhead sustainability initiatives at Leddy Library (JOEL GUERIN/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
From environmental research guides to reducing paper waste, Leddy Library has made recent strides in fostering a more sustainable campus.
In collaboration with the Office of Sustainability, Leddy has implemented numerous initiatives that demonstrate the major impact of even small changes.
— Published on Feb 18th, 2026
The University of Windsor has been ranked amongst Time Magazine's top universities worldwide (FILE/University of Windsor)
TIME Magazine has listed the University of Windsor as among the World’s Top Universities for 2026.
In this competitive global ranking, UWindsor was ranked number 22 in all of Canada and in the top eight in Ontario.
— Published on Feb 10th, 2026
Brittany Bellemore is an HK and Lancer track alumna now coaching a winter marathon clinic (PROVIDED BY B. BELLEMORE/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
With snow-covered sidewalks and plummeting temperatures, lacing up a pair of running shoes and hitting the pavement may seem daunting.
However, with tips from UWindsor alum Brittany Bellemore (BHK ’21, MHK ’23), runners can feel more confident taking on wintry conditions.
— Published on Feb 19th, 2026
Eating disorder awareness week runs Feb. 1 to 7 each year (stock: Microsoft SharePoint/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
Education and awareness are key when it comes to preventing eating disorders.
Each Feb. 1 to 7, eating disorder awareness week encourages Canadians to learn more about eating disorders, challenge weight and body stigma and become familiar with resources and services that can help those who are struggling.
This year’s theme is “health doesn’t have a look,” challenging harmful beliefs that suggest being healthy means being thin.
— Published on Feb 4th, 2026
Dr. Shetina Jones speaks on campus during the raising of the Pan-African flag (FILE/University of Windsor)
Black History Month in Canada reaches a milestone in 2026, marking three decades of official recognition.
Looking back on generations past as well as into the future, the Canadian government has declared this year’s theme to be “30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations – From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.”
At the University of Windsor and in the Windsor-Essex community, events throughout February are planned to celebrate Black histories and futures.
— Published on Jan 28th, 2026
This “Get Swabbed!” stem cell registration drive is centred on Daphne, a Windsor-area mother and grandmother diagnosed with a rare blood cancer. A stem cell transplant is her only potential cure — and you could be the match she’s waiting for. (SUBMITTED BY KATELYN BEDARD BONE MARROW ASSOCIATION/University of Windsor)
