News Releases

Three students smile while walking and talking outside of the University of Windsor's Toldo Lancer Centre.

President J.J. McMurtry delivers remarks at Convocation
Oct 9th, 2026

More than 1,000 University of Windsor graduates will mark the culmination of their academic journeys when the University hosts its Fall 2026 Convocation on Thursday, Oct. 15, at the Toldo Lancer Centre.

A total of 1,053 graduates from undergraduate and graduate programs across the University will be recognized during two ceremonies, bringing together graduates, family members, friends, faculty, staff and University leaders to celebrate their achievements.

Tecumseh MOU Signing
Oct 2nd, 2026

TECUMSEH, Ont. — University of Windsor research, expertise and student learning will reach further into the community through a new partnership with the Town of Tecumseh designed to connect academic knowledge with local priorities and opportunities.

University and community leaders were in attendance for the launch of Fusion.
Oct 7th, 2026

WINDSOR, Ont. — Students, researchers and faculty at the University of Windsor have a new pathway to turn ideas and research discoveries into ventures, technologies and community impact through Fusion, the University’s new Innovation and Entrepreneurship Network.

University of Windsor Alumni Week runs Sept. 28 to Oct. 3, bringing alumni together through storytelling, community celebrations and Lancer football while Windsor landmarks shine blue and gold.
Sep 28th, 2026

WINDSOR, Ont. — Windsor will glow blue and gold as University of Windsor alumni return, reconnect and share their stories during Alumni Week, Sept. 28 to Oct. 3.

Windsor City Hall, Caesars Windsor and downtown decorative lights will join the celebration Oct 1 to 3, putting Lancer pride on display across the city as alumni take part in events and storytelling throughout the week.

University of Windsor students will have access to a new accelerated pathway to medical school through a partnership with the American Canadian School of Medicine beginning in fall 2026. (Photo courtesy of ACSOM/University of Windsor)
Sep 23rd, 2026

WINDSOR, Ont. — The University of Windsor is launching a new accelerated pathway to medical school that will allow qualified students from any undergraduate program to transition to the American Canadian School of Medicine (ACSOM) after as little as two years at UWindsor.