Winter weather can increase the risks of falls and injuries. (FILE/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
While we’ve had a brief respite from frigid polar vortex temperatures, snowy conditions — and with them an increased risk of falls and injuries — may still return this season.
At particular risk of injury from icy sidewalks and driveways are older adults; however, anyone can fall prey to a sneaky patch of unseen ice.
— Published on Feb 19th, 2026
Physical activity is key for everyone, including older adults. (MIKE WILKINS/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
Just 10 minutes of physical activity a day can be the start many people need to get moving, according to Dr. Paula van Wyk, professor in the Faculty of Human Kinetics.
Physical activity is especially important for older adults as the aging process can lead to loss of strength and function.
“In general, people are aware of the potential benefits of engaging in physical activity,” she says.
— Published on Feb 19th, 2026
Jeanine Watt is a graduate student, two-time UWindsor alumna and world record-holding powerlifter (PROVIDED BY J. WATT/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
Jeanine Watt (BSc ’78, LLB ’88) joined a gym in 2018 to stay active as a semi-retired lawyer.
“I knew that if I retired, the only thing that would get any exercise was my thumb on the remote control,” she jokes.
This March, she will take the main stage at the Arnold Sports Festival as a pro competitor in the Arnold Armlifting Championships.
— Published on Feb 18th, 2026
Librarian Roger Reka is helping to spearhead sustainability initiatives at Leddy Library (JOEL GUERIN/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
From environmental research guides to reducing paper waste, Leddy Library has made recent strides in fostering a more sustainable campus.
In collaboration with the Office of Sustainability, Leddy has implemented numerous initiatives that demonstrate the major impact of even small changes.
— Published on Feb 18th, 2026
Brittany Bellemore is an HK and Lancer track alumna now coaching a winter marathon clinic (PROVIDED BY B. BELLEMORE/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
With snow-covered sidewalks and plummeting temperatures, lacing up a pair of running shoes and hitting the pavement may seem daunting.
However, with tips from UWindsor alum Brittany Bellemore (BHK ’21, MHK ’23), runners can feel more confident taking on wintry conditions.
— Published on Feb 19th, 2026
Eating disorder awareness week runs Feb. 1 to 7 each year (stock: Microsoft SharePoint/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
Education and awareness are key when it comes to preventing eating disorders.
Each Feb. 1 to 7, eating disorder awareness week encourages Canadians to learn more about eating disorders, challenge weight and body stigma and become familiar with resources and services that can help those who are struggling.
This year’s theme is “health doesn’t have a look,” challenging harmful beliefs that suggest being healthy means being thin.
— Published on Feb 4th, 2026
Dr. Laurie Freeman (centre) is shown receiving support from WESpark for the NPT study, joined by Susan Fox, Johnathan Foster, Dora Cavallo, and Dominika Boron. (SUBMITTED BY LAURIE FREEMAN/University of Windsor)
By Sara Meikle
The idea began in the emergency department, where police officers and registered nurses (RN) wondered: what if they could help people before they reached the hospital?
That question sparked Windsor’s Nurse–Police Team (NPT) program, which pairs officers from the Windsor Police Service with RNs from Windsor Regional Hospital to respond to calls in the city’s downtown core.
— Published on Feb 3rd, 2026
Dr. Wesley Tourangeau, a professor in the University of Windsor's Department of Sociology and Criminology. (SUBMITTED BY WESLEY TOURANGEAU/ University of Windsor)
By Lindsay Charlton
Picture yourself in the meat aisle, drawn to bacon citing “free-range” and “organic.”
Those claims suggest ethical farming, but how much do they really say about the welfare of the animals behind the food we buy?
— Published on Dec 11th, 2025
UWindsor members of the Lifeline Windsor Project team stand beside an example of a new COMPASS station on Windsor's waterfront (left to right): Dr. Mohsan Beg, Counselling & Wellness Services; Mike Akpata, Special Constable Service; Katie Chauvin, Office of the Vice-President, People, Equity, & Inclusion. (SUBMITTED BY KATIE CHAUVIN/University of Windsor)
By Sara Meikle
Content notice: This article discusses themes of suicide.
The University of Windsor has joined a groundbreaking effort to support mental health and improve safety along the waterfront.
As a key partner in the new Lifeline Windsor Project, launched on Nov. 18, UWindsor is helping advance how the community supports people in moments of crisis.
— Published on Dec 9th, 2025
Raj Bejankiwar, physical scientist with the IJC’s Great Lakes Regional Office in Windsor addresses the group during the two day workshop held at UWindsor. (SUBMITTED BY ALLISON VOGLESONG ZEJNATI/IJC/University of Windsor)
By Sara Meikle
In the heart of the Great Lakes, where the Detroit River connects millions across two countries, the University of Windsor hosted a first-of-its-kind workshop to strengthen cross-border stewardship of shared waterways.
The University partnered with the Detroit-Windsor United Nations Regional Centre of Expertise (RCE) to welcome the International Joint Commission’s (IJC) Great Lakes Water Quality Board for a two-day event held Nov. 20 and 21.
— Published on Dec 2nd, 2025
Winter weather can increase the risks of falls and injuries. (FILE/University of Windsor)
