Angelina Caviedes, Yazareth Meneses Arrieta, Afrin Rahman, Leisi Carter, and Rukia Hassan host a fundraising bake sale during Enactus Windsor’s Market Day, Nov. 3, 2025, at the CAW Centre as part of the UWindsor Women in Business initiative. (VICTOR ROMAO/University of Windsor)
By Victor Romao
Seeing a need for more community and connection among women pursuing business careers, Yazareth Meneses Arrieta launched a new club to fill that gap—and inspire others to lead.
Today, her club is helping dozens of students gain confidence and professional skills.
— Published on Nov 11th, 2025
UWindsor’s Kaitlin Ferraro, Linda Nguyen and Gihan (Gigi) Joseph are 2025 Athena Scholarships Fund recipients. (HANDOUT/University of Windsor)
By John-Paul Bonadonna
Three University of Windsor students were among those recognized Friday at the 2025 ATHENA Scholarship Luncheon, celebrating exceptional young women whose leadership, academic achievement and community service inspire others across the region.
Hosted by the ATHENA Scholarship Fund Windsor and the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce, the annual event honours women who exemplify ATHENA values of excellence, mentorship and empowerment.
— Published on Nov 10th, 2025
Kyle Sinnott, Nathan Dufour and Jack Emery from St. Anne’s High School showcase their branded sports gear during Market Day at the University of Windsor. (VICTOR ROMAO/University of Windsor)
By Victor Romao
Local students turned the University of Windsor into a bustling marketplace this month, selling handmade goods and pitching business ideas during Market Day, an event designed to teach financial literacy and entrepreneurship through hands-on experience.
The two-day showcase held from Nov. 3 to 4 at the Odette School of Business and the CAW Student Centre, brought together grade school and high school students from across Windsor-Essex as part of Enactus Windsor’s Ascent program.
— Published on Nov 7th, 2025
Chad Sutherland (second from right) receives an Ontario Volunteer Service Award from MPPs Lisa Gretzky, Anthony Leardi (second from left) and Andrew Dowie (far right) (photo courtesy of Chad Sutherland)
By Kate Hargreaves
For kinesiology professor Chad Sutherland, the phrase “volunteer work” is a misnomer.
“I don’t really view it as work,” he says.
“I view it as something everyone should be doing: getting involved and helping in the things that you love to do, whether that’s bringing expertise to an area or offering an extra set of hands. It’s all important, and we need it more than ever right now.”
— Published on Nov 6th, 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)
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 Dec 16th, 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
Angelina Caviedes, Yazareth Meneses Arrieta, Afrin Rahman, Leisi Carter, and Rukia Hassan host a fundraising bake sale during Enactus Windsor’s Market Day, Nov. 3, 2025, at the CAW Centre as part of the UWindsor Women in Business initiative. (VICTOR ROMAO/University of Windsor)
