Teaching & Learning

“Rooted in blood memory": Education PhD student advances Black history curriculum

Teacher Shantelle Browning-Morgan sitting on a classroom desk smiling at cameraShantelle Browning-Morgan is a high school teacher and Joint PhD student (S. BROWNING-MORGAN/University of Windsor)

By Kate Hargreaves 

Shantelle Browning-Morgan describes her passion for Black Canadian history as “rooted in blood memory, fuelled by a duty to honour the past, present and future.”  

A descendant of Underground Railroad freedom seekers, Browning-Morgan has long worked to share that history through her work as a high school teacher and curriculum developer. 

Students launch creativity at Windsor Engineering Competition

Students competing at the Windsor Engineering CompetitionStudents at the Windsor Engineering Competition create structures suited to the theme of 'Medieval Innovation: Re-engineering the future', evaluated by professional engineer judges. (Courtesy STANLEY MADZIYIRE/ University of Windsor)

By Lindsay Charlton

Blending history with hands-on problem solving, students at this year’s Windsor Engineering Competition put their creativity and technical skills to the test by reimagining medieval-era structures through a modern engineering lens. 

Held under the theme “Medieval Innovation: Re-engineering the future,” the annual competition challenged students to collaborate in teams, apply engineering principles and think creatively under tight time constraints. 

Job Shadow Program bridges the gap between learning and the workplace

Workers inside Vistaprint manufacturing facility.The Job Shadow Program gives students an opportunity to gain practical insights and a better understanding of various career paths, while hosts benefit from the opportunity to engage and guide emerging talent. (PHOTO BY MICHAEL WILKINS/University of Windsor)

By John-Paul Bonadonna

The University of Windsor’s Career Centre is once again inviting hosts to take part in the Job Shadow Program.

The initiative is designed to give students a first-hand look at life in the workplace.

Held during Reading Week in both the fall and winter semesters, the program provides opportunities for working professionals to share their insight and knowledge with current students.

Future of tech on display at Fall 2025 Demo Day

Abir Hirani and Gregory EloiAbir Hirani (left) and Gregory Eloi (right) presented their take on the self-driving car at CS Demo Day. (SARA ELLIOTT/University of Windsor)

By Sara Elliott 

In a crowded room at the University of Windsor’s School of Computer Science downtown campus, smiling students lined up to show industry and academic partners their latest programming projects. 

The Fall 2025 Computer Science Demo Day, held at 300 Ouellette Ave., marked the 13th edition of the showcase. 

Mentorship in Action: Outstanding Scholar Ava Mammarella pays it forward in nursing

Ava Mammarella stands at a table with a Nursing Society signOutstanding Scholar, Ava Mammarella, hosted a clinical sale to raise funds for the Canadian Cancer Society in her previous role of Nursing Society philanthropy chair (SUBMITTED BY AVA MAMMARELLA/University of Windsor)

By Sara Meikle 

When third-year nursing student Ava Mammarella reflects on her UWindsor experience, a theme comes to mind: growth.

From a first-year student discovering her path in health care to a mentor guiding others through the same transition, her journey through the Outstanding Scholars program highlights the transformative power of mentorship.

Mammarella says she has been drawn to medicine for as long as she can remember.

“I was that kid with the toy stethoscope, checking everyone’s heartbeat,” she says.

Windsor Law honours Justice Thomas G. Zuber at 52nd annual moot

Group photo of faculty, students, judges and Zuber Moot Comittee membersGroup photo taken at 52nd Annual Thomas G. Zuber Moot Competition. Front Row, left to right: Honourable Justice Moiz Rahman, Honourable Justice Steve Coroza, Honourable Justice Maria Carroccia. Back Row, left to right: Tred Shea, Niro Elankeeran, Jennifer Black, Campbell Wackerlin, Mario Bottoni, Sabrina Ferreira, Kayla Zikic, Taylor McAuliffe, Dean Reem Bahdi, Lisa Zuber, David Zuber, Jordan Yordanov, McCair Tulloch, Laurie Tuttle, Tim Zuber, Julia Ciampa, Samuel Lorinc (PETER MARVAL/University of Windsor).

By Sara Meikle 

The University of Windsor’s Faculty of Law marked a meaningful milestone Nov. 18 with the final round of its 52nd annual Zuber Moot Competition, honouring the life and legacy of the Honourable Justice Thomas G. Zuber.

A cornerstone of advocacy training at Windsor Law, the student-led Zuber Moot Competition emphasizes appellate advocacy, giving students an opportunity to sharpen legal reasoning and courtroom skills.

New edited collection explores mentorship in teacher education

Mock-up of book cover for Mentoring to Support Teacher Candidate DevelopmentA new book on mentorship for teacher candidates has recently been released by Springer (mock-up via Canva/UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR

By Kate Hargreaves 

Dr. Clayton Smith, professor in the Faculty of Education, makes sure that his research is always in service of the courses he teaches.  

“I don’t do research that I don’t use in my classes,” he explains.  

With a dearth of material available on mentorship for pre-service teachers, Smith and professor emerita Dr. Geri Salinitri were motivated to co-edit a new collection, Mentoring to Support Teacher Candidate Development, recently published by Springer.  

UWindsor students shine at 2025 UWill Discover Model United Nations

Students from UWill Discover in preparation for Model United Nations event.Students from across academic disciplines took part in the Student Success and Leadership Centre-hosted event, as part of UWill Discover. (SUBMITTED BY ZEINA ABOU HAIDAR / University of Windsor)

By John-Paul Bonadonna

The role and importance of diplomacy, leadership and global awareness were highlighted at the 2025 UWill Discover Model United Nations (MUN), a simulated UN General Assembly event held at the University of Windsor.

Students from across academic disciplines took part in the Student Success and Leadership Centre-hosted event, as part of UWill Discover.

Pinning ceremony marks induction into profession for teacher candidates

Ken Montgomery hands a student a pinFaculty of Education Dean Dr. Ken Montgomery welcomes students into the teaching profession at the OTF pinning ceremony (MICHAEL WILKINS/University of Windsor)

By Kate Hargreaves 

While September brings the start of the school year, November marks the beginning of practicum placements for teacher candidates in the Faculty of Education. 

On Friday, Nov. 14, more than 350 first-year teacher candidates gathered in the Dennis Fairall Field House at the Toldo Lancer Centre to be officially welcomed into the teaching profession during the annual pinning ceremony. 

Film student finds creative voice through industry-relevant research

Jett Shields using laptop for video editing.Through the Outstanding Scholars program, Jett Shields is collaborating with Professor Nick Hector on a proof-of-concept documentary, currently in post-production. (Photo courtesy of Jett Shields)

By John-Paul Bonadonna

With a love for the art of motion pictures that extends to all facets of production, Jett Shields is already earning a reputation for his technical precision and creative drive.

The second-year film production student at the University of Windsor is hooked on 24 frames-per-second storytelling.

But it’s the meticulous craft of editing that earns his dearest affection.

“I’ve always been drawn to the behind-the-scenes work,” Shields says.