Alumni Association

Alumni Association welcomes new board members

Photos of Priyanka Philip, Marium Tolson-Murtty and Ryan DonallyIncoming Alumni Association Board Members (from left) Priyanka Philip, Marium Tolson-Murtty and Ryan Donally.

By John-Paul Bonadonna

The University of Windsor Alumni Association celebrated both new and departing leadership during its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), held Thursday, Nov. 6.

The gathering highlighted the continued strength of the Association’s volunteer governance as members welcomed three incoming directors and expressed gratitude to three long-serving colleagues whose terms had concluded.

Joining the board are Ryan Donally, Marium Tolson-Murtty and Priyanka Philip.

From Windsor to the World Series: The Alumni Team Behind the Toronto Blue Jays

Joe Siddall (BHK ’07) stands at Rogers Centre in Toronto, where he now shares expert analysis as a Sportsnet broadcaster. The former catcher and UWindsor grad brings decades of on-field experience to the broadcast booth, offering fans insight into the strJoe Siddall (BHK ’07) stands at Rogers Centre in Toronto, where he now shares expert analysis as a Sportsnet broadcaster. The former catcher and UWindsor grad brings decades of on-field experience to the broadcast booth, offering fans insight into the strategy and skill behind every play. (HANDOUT/University of Windsor)

By Sara Meikle

On any given night inside Rogers Centre, while cameras follow every pitch and fans hold their breath, there is another team at work. They’re less visible, but just as vital to the magic of Toronto Blue Jays baseball.

They’re in the broadcast booth, in boardrooms, negotiating partnerships, navigating legal details, and shaping the moments that bring fans together.

For three UWindsor alumni, the path to the World Series began here, at the University of Windsor.

Decorated former Lancers to be inducted into Alumni Sports Hall of Fame

Parker Van Buskirk tending goal for the Lancers hockey teamParker Van Buskirk tends goal for the Lancers men's hockey team. He is one of four 2025 inductees into the Alumni Sports Hall of Fame (EDWIN TAM/University of Windsor)

By Kate Hargreaves

Whether on the track, the field or on the ice, former Lancers Corey Bellemore, Brian Jones, Gisèle Poulin and Parker Van Buskirk collected victories, medals, all-star recognitions and records.  

On Nov. 16, they will take home yet another honour as the 2025 inductees into the University of Windsor’s Alumni Sports Hall of Fame. 

University renews strategic partnership with Alumni Association

Former UWindsor President Robert Gordon and Alumni Association President Dorothy Leung sign memorandum of understanding documents.Representatives from the University and the Alumni Association met on August 27 to sign a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). From left: former UWindsor President Robert Gordon and Alumni Association President Dorothy Leung.

The University of Windsor has officially renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the University of Windsor Alumni Association, reaffirming a collaborative commitment to support and engage graduates in meaningful ways.

A signing ceremony on Wednesday, August 27 included former University President Robert Gordon and Alumni Association President Dorothy Leung.

The renewed agreement strengthens shared priorities that enrich the student experience, deepen alumni engagement, and build lasting connections that contribute to the University’s success and legacy.

Nursing student claims Welcoming Celebration grand prize

Dorothy Leung and Winston present Safa Young with grand prize ceremonial cheque along with Kelly Gosselin at Welcome Celebration.Safa Young is presented with the Welcome Celebration free tuition grand prize by Alumni Association President Dorothy Leung, Winston, and Alumni and Advancement Director Kelly Gosselin. (PETER MARVAL / University of Windsor)

By John-Paul Bonadonna 

Safa Young would be excused for struggling to hear her name announced as the grand prize winner at Wednesday’s Welcoming Celebration.  

UWindsor alumni shine in Shakespeare’s whimsical comedy

Midsummer Nights DreamCast members of Korda Artistic Productions’ A Midsummer Night’s Dream—including University of Windsor alumni—bring Shakespeare’s tale of magic, mischief, and mistaken identities to life at the Fogolar Furlan Club, running Aug. 22–30, 2025. (Handout/University of Windsor)

By Victor Romao 

Step into a world of fairies, enchanted forests, and whimsical mayhem as Korda Artistic Productions presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shakespeare’s timeless romantic comedy of magic, mistaken identities, and mischievous love.

This dreamlike staging features several University of Windsor alumni, showcasing their training and passion in an engaging display of local artistry.

From the regal Theseus and Titania to the playful Puck and lovestruck Hermia, the cast brings fresh energy to the beloved classic.

Alumni Association hosts diploma frame sale

Diploma frameA University of Windsor degree is prepared to be carefully placed in an Alumni Association frame, available at a limited-time sale this week while supplies last.

Graduates looking to showcase their degrees can take advantage of a limited-time frame sale hosted by the University of Windsor Alumni Association. 

The sale features slightly damaged and plexiglass-only frames at discounted prices, including styles for undergraduate, Law and concurrent education degrees.  

Inventory is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

The sale runs through this week or until supplies are gone.