Kelsey Schumacher, recipient of a Gold LEAD Medallion, celebrates her achievement ahead of convocation. The recognition honours students who demonstrate leadership, engagement, application, and discovery beyond the classroom. (KYLE ARCHIBALD/University of Windsor)
By Sara Meikle
Graduation is a milestone full of reflection and possibility, marking growth, accomplishment and everything still ahead.
From mentoring classmates and leading community initiatives to pursuing critical care certifications and life-changing leadership opportunities, this year’s nursing LEAD Medallion Scholars are celebrated for the many ways they enriched the nursing community during their time at the University of Windsor.
— Published on Jun 2nd, 2026
Aravind Manilal Valliyate will graduate with a BSc in kinesiology and health studies and a gold LEAD medallion (PETER MARVAL/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
When Aravind Manilal Valliyate started his BSc in Kinesiology and Health Studies, he says he was unaware of all the opportunities that awaited him.
“Initially, I had no idea what was going on here because I came from a different country,” he says.
An international student from India, Valliyate did not take long to get involved.
— Published on Jun 2nd, 2026
Sophia Boucas will graduate in June with a gold LEAD medallion (PETER MARVAL/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
Throughout her UWindsor experience, Sophia Boucas says she tried a little bit of everything, from student clubs to research, co-op and internships.
Now preparing to graduate with her BSc in Kinesiology, Boucas will receive a gold LEAD medallion for her efforts, recognizing her involvement across activities related to Leadership, Engagement, Application and Discovery.
— Published on Jun 2nd, 2026
Kelsey Schumacher, recipient of a Gold LEAD Medallion, celebrates her achievement ahead of convocation. The recognition honours students who demonstrate leadership, engagement, application, and discovery beyond the classroom. (KYLE ARCHIBALD/University of Windsor)
