Campus Life

LEAD medallion scholars recognized for research, leadership and global experiences

Lindsey Boshart, Dean of Science Claudio Verani and Dora Cavallo-MedvedLEAD Medallion Scholar Lindsey Boshart celebrates her achievements in research, leadership, and global engagement with Faculty of Science Dean Cláudio Verani and Associate Dean Dora Cavallo-Medved. Boshart, a biomedical science graduate heading to medical school at the University of Toronto, earned the gold medallion for her outstanding contributions inside and outside the classroom. (ANGELA KHARBOUTLI/The University of Windsor)

By Sara Elliott

Lindsey Boshart

Lindsey Boshart packed her undergraduate years full of experiences inside and outside of the classroom, earning herself a gold Faculty of Science LEAD medallion on graduation day.  

Trip provides global perspective to kinesiology students

Students and instructors in a group photo in Costa RicaStudents and instructors of “Global Perspectives in Human Kinetics” took a two-week trip to learn about Costa Rican culture.

Two courses brought together 13 adventurous students from the Faculty of Human Kinetics for a two-week global perspective learning experience in Costa Rica, April 22 to May 4.

This marked the third annual visit by students from the faculty, continuing a growing tradition of international engagement and experiential education.

Nursing instructor cites wisdom and purpose in every lesson

Professor Sharon Thorpe instructing a classWith her calm, student-centered approach, nursing instructor Sharon Thorpe fosters confidence, critical thinking, and lasting growth.

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.

Drama school preparing diverse learning experiences for students

Lee Wilson with the student cast of Jekyll and HydeDrama professor Lee Wilson provides direction to the cast of Jekyll and Hyde, coming to the Hatch Studio Theatre stage, Oct. 30 to Nov. 8.

Faculty members in the School of Dramatic Art have been working hard to create enriching and engaging learning experiences for students, says director David Court.

“Our first project for the school year will be a works-in-progress class presentation of Jekyll and Hyde in the Hatch Studio Theatre in October,” he says. “It will be presented with minimal technical requirements, offering a unique and immersive experience for performers and the audience.”