University of Windsor President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. J.J. McMurtry presides over Convocation at the Toldo Lancer Centre. (FILES/University of Windsor)
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.
— Published on Oct 9th, 2026
Judy Bornais, Associate Vice President, External, Gary McNamara, mayor of Tecumseh, Dr. J.J. McMurtry, President and Vice Chancellor and Robert Auger, Director of Legislative Services/Municipal Clerk sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Town of Tecumseh and the University of Windsor. (PHOTO BY PETER MARVAL/University of Windsor)
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.
— Published on Oct 2nd, 2026
The launch of Fusion took place Oct. 1 (KYLE ARCHIBALD/University of Windsor)
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.
— Published on Oct 7th, 2026
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. (FILES/University of Windsor)
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.
Alumni will be invited to reconnect both in person and online by sharing their UWindsor stories, memories and milestones.
— Published on Sep 28th, 2026
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)
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.
— Published on Sep 23rd, 2026
The University of Windsor’s Master of Sport Management and Leadership program has been ranked No. 1 in Canada for the fifth consecutive year in the 2026 SportBusiness Postgraduate Course Rankings. (FILES/University of Windsor)
The University of Windsor’s Master of Sport Management and Leadership (MSML) program has been ranked No. 1 in Canada for the fifth straight year, according to the 2026 SportBusiness Postgraduate Course Rankings.
Dr. Jess Dixon, professor in the Department of Kinesiology and interim dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, says the ranking reflects the program’s continued relevance and quality.
— Published on Sep 21st, 2026
Henrique Géa has been appointed University Registrar at the University of Windsor, effective Oct. 1, 2026. (Courtesy of Henrique Géa/University of Windsor)
WINDSOR, Ont. — The University of Windsor has appointed Henrique Géa as University Registrar, effective Oct. 1, 2026.
— Published on Aug 24th, 2026
President and Vice-Chancellor Emeritus Dr. Alan Wildeman, the University of Windsor’s sixth president, led the institution from 2008 to 2018 and helped guide a major period of campus renewal and downtown expansion. (FILES/University of Windsor)
WINDSOR, Ont. — President and Vice-Chancellor Emeritus Dr. Alan Wildeman, whose decade of leadership helped transform both the University of Windsor and the city's downtown core, died June 16th at the age of 72. The University's flags have been lowered in his honour.
"Dr. Wildeman played a pivotal role in helping the University become the institution it is today," said President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. J.J. McMurtry.
— Published on Jun 20th, 2026
University of Windsor researchers at work. UWindsor ranked 265th globally for research citation impact in the 2027 QS World University Rankings, nearly tripling the global average. (FILES/University of Windsor)
WINDSOR, Ont. — The University of Windsor has reached its highest-ever position in the QS World University Rankings, ranking third in Ontario among non-medical universities and placing among the world’s top 20 per cent for research impact.
— Published on Jun 18th, 2026
University of Windsor President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. J.J. McMurtry presides over Convocation at the Toldo Lancer Centre. (FILES/University of Windsor)
WINDSOR, Ont. — The University of Windsor will celebrate more than 4,100 graduates at its 125th Spring Convocation, June 2 to 5, 2026, with nine ceremonies honouring students from every faculty at the Toldo Lancer Centre.
Two honorary Doctor of Laws degrees, top student awards and the achievements of graduands spanning arts, science, law, engineering, business, education, nursing and human kinetics will mark a week that Acting University Registrar Lorraine Chandler calls one of the most meaningful on the academic calendar.
— Published on Jun 2nd, 2026
University of Windsor President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. J.J. McMurtry presides over Convocation at the Toldo Lancer Centre. (FILES/University of Windsor)
