Andrew Lockie, CEO of the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario, speaks to a crowd at the grand opening of the new learning and career centre in downtown Windsor on Nov. 3. (MIKE WILKINS/University of Windsor)
By Sara Meikle
A new chapter in community partnership and downtown revitalization began Monday as the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario (YSWO) and the University of Windsor celebrated the grand opening of the new YMCA Learning and Career Centre, in the heart of downtown Windsor.
— Published on Nov 28th, 2025
The second annual Ottenbrite Seminar Series brought together donors and scientists. Pictured from left to right: Claudio Verani, Gemma Grey-Hall, Shelley Ottenbrite, Dave Ottenbrite, Ruth Ottenbrite, Mark Ottenbrite, and Christa Brousseau. [Courtesy of Gemma Grey-Hall]
By Sara Elliott
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry hosted Christa Brosseau of Saint Mary’s University as guest speaker for the second annual Ottenbrite Seminar Series, held Friday, Oct. 24.
Dr. Brosseau shared her insights into next-generation plasmonic sensors, sustainable nanotechnology, point-of-need medical diagnostics and green mining technologies.
— Published on Oct 31st, 2025
As a Foundational Partner, the University of Windsor is proud to spotlight its filmmakers on the big screen — and offer readers a chance to win tickets to WIFF’s closing night film, After the Hunt, starring Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri, and Andrew Garfield. (HANDOUT/University of Windsor)
University News readers have the chance to win a pair of ticket vouchers to the Windsor International Film Festival (WIFF)’s closing night film After the Hunt.
A celebration of global storytelling, WIFF runs Oct. 23 to Nov. 2 across downtown Windsor, with screenings at the Capitol Theatre, Chrysler Theatre and the School of Creative Arts’ Armouries.
— Published on Nov 6th, 2025
Mayor Drew Dilkens, Dean of Engineering Bill Van Heyst, and Mahir Chowdhury, MASc student in mechanical, automotive and materials engineering, during a tour of the engineering labs at the University of Windsor in Windsor, Ont., on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. (MIKE WILKINS/The University of Windsor)
By Lindsay Charlton
The question Windsor’s mayor hears most from companies looking to invest in the region is simple: “Do you have the talent to make my business successful?”
He knows the answer is yes — and it’s growing.
Mayor Drew Dilkens visited the University of Windsor’s Faculty of Engineering Wednesday to get an up-close look at the mechatronics labs and the research underway.
— Published on Oct 27th, 2025
Audience members fill the Chrysler Theatre for the opening night screening of Mile End Kicks at the 2025 Windsor International Film Festival. (MILOŠ SAVIĆ/Windsor International Film Festival)
By Victor Romão
From Cannes winners to future Oscar nominees, the Windsor International Film Festival (WIFF) has built a reputation as one of Canada’s most ambitious and rewarding cultural events—drawing national attention for its bold programming and world-class experience.
— Published on Oct 24th, 2025
Representing education, excellence and research at WE-SPARK’s 2024 Cheers to Hope event are (left to right) Alice Tsui, Larry Jacobs and Linda DiRosa. Join the 2025 celebration on Nov. 6 from 5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at the Ambassador Golf Club.
When the Windsor-Essex community gathers at the WE-SPARK Health Institute’s annual Cheers to Hope event one thing is certain – it is time to celebrate.
This year’s inspirational evening takes place on Nov. 6 from 5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at the Ambassador Golf Club.
— Published on Oct 23rd, 2025
The University of Windsor invites international students and alumni to share their voices in the 2025 CBIE International Student Survey, running from Oct. 15 to Nov. 26.
Why participate?
— Published on Oct 15th, 2025
Chris Greig runs down Riverside Drive during the 2024 Detroit Free Press International Half-Marathon (photo: care of Chris Greig, Detroit Free Press Marathon)
By Kate Hargreaves
Over 20,000 runners will hit the streets Oct. 19 for the Detroit Free Press Marathon and Half-Marathon.
Among them will be around 2,600 Canadians, including University of Windsor faculty and staff.
“I really enjoy the racecourse,” says Chris Greig, associate professor in the Faculty of Education.
“Detroit is a well-organized race, and the atmosphere is wonderful on race day.”
— Published on Oct 14th, 2025
Accounting students, Amanda Jaksich, Travis Loughead, Elizabeth Ryerson and Garv Bajaj are shown holding their scholarship awards during the annual Odette School of Business CPA Night (Image courtesy of Katia McMahon)
By Victor Romao
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the Odette School of Business hosted its annual CPA Night, bringing together accounting students and top regional firms for a premier recruitment and networking event aimed at launching careers in the accounting profession.
The event welcomed students from the undergraduate and graduate accounting programs who are seeking co-op placements, internships and full-time positions during the fall accounting recruitment season.
— Published on Sep 25th, 2025
University of Windsor alumna Marie Howe has been awarded the 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry for her collection New and Selected Poems. (Courtesy Marie Howe)
By Lindsay Charlton
Acclaimed poet Marie Howe (BA 1974) was stunned to learn she had been awarded the 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry for her collection New and Selected Poems.
“It was absolutely stunning and surprising that this happened,” she recalled. “I heard about the news from a friend who called me and said, ‘You won the Pulitzer.’ I didn’t believe it. For about three or four minutes, we went back and forth, and I told him, ‘Stop, that’s not even funny, don’t even say that.’”
— Published on Sep 23rd, 2025
Andrew Lockie, CEO of the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario, speaks to a crowd at the grand opening of the new learning and career centre in downtown Windsor on Nov. 3. (MIKE WILKINS/University of Windsor)
