Community & Partnerships

UWindsor hosts Suzhou Centennial College delegation

Group photo of SCC and UWindsor delegates.The University of Windsor recently hosted a delegation from Suzhou Centennial College as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening international academic partnerships and global engagement. (UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)

The University of Windsor recently welcomed a delegation from Suzhou Centennial College (SCC), a joint international institution established with Centennial College (CC) that assists Chinese students seeking access to Canadian postsecondary education.

The visit reflects shared priorities in student mobility, academic collaboration and international pathway development, building on UWindsor’s previously established partnership with CC.

Curation as collaboration: MFA alumna wins curatorial award

Niku Koochak at Art Windsor-EssexAlumna Niku Koochak is a recent winner of a Galleries Ontario curatorial award. (DAVE GAUTHIER/University of Windsor).

By Kate Hargreaves 

Collaboration is at the heart of University of Windsor Master of Fine Arts (MFA) alumna Niku Koochak’s curatorial process. 

Koochak (MFA ’24) recently received the Galleries Ontario / Galeries (GOG) Award for First Exhibition in a Public Art Gallery for curatorial work at Art Windsor-Essex (AWE) as part of its Below the 6 series, which highlights Southwestern Ontario artists. 

Cross-Border Institute signs Memorandum of Understanding with Transport Canada

Ambassador bridge at sunriseThe Cross-Border Institute is dedicated to research on the movement of people, goods, services and finances across international borders (FILE/University of Windsor)

The UWindsor Cross-Border Institute (CBI) is internationally recognized for its leadership in cross-border research. The University of Windsor, with financial support from the federal government, was the first university in Canada to establish an institute dedicated to research on the movement of people, goods, services and finances across international borders.  

Physically Empowered and Active Kids (PEAK) to provide free sports programming

A university student plays a game in a gymnasium with childrenPEAK makes physical literacy fun for kids 8 to 12 (NAOMI PELKEY/University of Windsor)

By Kate Hargreaves 

Registration is now open for the Faculty of Human Kinetics’s Physically Empowered and Active Kids (PEAK) program, aimed at children aged eight to 12. 

PEAK is a free physical literacy initiative, focusing on building children’s fundamental motor skills, from running to throwing and catching. 

Science Career Social: Eat, Meet & Network

group of people in discussionUWindsor’s Career Centre presents the Science Career Social: Eat, Meet & Network on Thursday, Jan. 29. (STUDIO ROMANTIC – stock.adobe.com/University of Windsor)

Ever wondered what people do with a science degree?

Let’s talk about it—while enjoying some food!

The Science Career Social: Eat, Meet & Network gives University of Windsor students a chance to explore careers in health, chemical and life sciences, as well as human kinetics, in a relaxed setting designed for conversation and connection.

Windsor Cares needs your help — donate today to change a student’s future

Founders of the Community Closet & Community Pantry stand in front of donated itemsThe founders of Windsor Cares stand inside the Community Closet, which provides essential clothing and supplies to students. Pictured from left: Gigi Joseph, Meg Gregoire, Emily Kydd, and Hannah Joseph. (SUBMITTED BY HANNAH JOSEPH/University of Windsor)

By Sara Meikle

Imagine preparing for an exam or job interview while worrying about where your next meal will come from.

For some Windsor Law students, this is a reality.

The Windsor Law Community Closet & Pantry, known as Windsor Cares, relies on donations from the campus community and local partners to remove these barriers and provide students with the essential support they need to succeed.

Co-op experience sparks passion for quality systems and automation

Portrait of Rising Star Award winnerHands-on learning at Kautex Textron allowed Rising Star Award recipient Shanmugamanikkam Subramaniyam to transform theory into practice, streamlining quality systems and collaborating on automation projects with global teams. (VICTOR ROMAO/University of Windsor)

By Victor Romao

Turning academic knowledge into practical solutions is the goal of every graduate student, and for Shanmugamanikkam Subramaniyam, that ambition came to life during his co-op term at Kautex Textron.

A major global auto parts supplier, Kautex Textron manufactures plastic fuel and battery systems, castings and industrial packaging for the automotive industry.

Odette students bring energy and community spirit to WIFF experience

Student volunteer helps out at WIFF 2026Odette business student Fatima Rizvi engages with visitors and turns wait times into a positive, engaging part of the WIFF experience. (MILOS SAVIC/University of Windsor)

By Victor Romao

 

The smell of fresh popcorn drifted through the air as excited chatter filled the Capitol Theatre foyer. 

Guests shuffled forward in long lines, tickets in hand for the next screening at the Windsor International Film Festival (WIFF). 

A student volunteer in a witch costume handed out candy, sparking laughter and conversation. 

Strangers leaned into small talk, then laughter. A spontaneous emoji-based movie quiz turned them into teammates. 

Beijing Union University signs strategic MOU with UWindsor

Cheryl Collier signs MOU with representative from Beijing Union University.A delegation of UWindsor senior leaders signed a strategic MOU with Beijing Union University during a recent visit to China. (SUBMITTED BY OFFICE OF ENROLMENT/University of Windsor)

Aligning with ongoing efforts to strengthen international academic collaboration, the University of Windsor and Beijing Union University (BUU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during a UWindsor delegation visit to BUU’s campus in Beijing.

The signing took place on BUU’s campus, where Dr. Cheryl Collier, Provost and Vice-President, Academic of the University of Windsor, joined senior university representatives in discussions focused on deepening academic ties.