The University is working to ensure students serving in the Canadian Armed Forces are not disadvantaged by their military commitments.

The “Serving Scholars” effort is being spearheaded by dean of engineering Bill Van Heyst; recruitment and outreach co-ordinator Sheri Lowrie of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; and registrar Ray Darling.

“We identified a need for this particular group of students,” says Lowrie. “They want to feel supported by the institution.”

The intention is to allow students to request accommodations when their military activities require them to be on duty, interfering with academic deadlines or course registration.

Lowrie will be the initial point of contact, working with deans and associate deans to help these students navigate their questions and concerns.

“Maybe a deployment pulls them away mid-semester,” Lowrie says by way of example. “We can help figure out what the rest of their semester will look like.”

Dr. Van Heyst will act as faculty liaison and Darling will provide registrarial support.

The development is welcomed by Chris Elliott (BHK 2014, B.Ed 2014), commander of the HMCS Hunter, the naval reserve division based in Sandwich.

“Serving Scholars will hit the mark and provide us a foundation to continue to build this collaborative relationship, leveraging some of the energy these young student-sailors have,” he says. “They were all very keen to represent the work we do in the navy and help build awareness on campus.”

Lowrie invites current and prospective students looking for support to email her at sherio@uwindsor.ca.

The University of Windsor community is invited to a Remembrance Day ceremony outside the east entrance to Memorial Hall 10:45 a.m. today — Monday, Nov. 11.

Human Resources has made provision for non-essential university employees to attend the ceremony, which will last until approximately 11:25 a.m. Those on campus who have served in the military are especially welcome to attend.

The program will feature student talents in a sombre reflection on sacrifice:

• Bruce Kotowich will lead the University Choirs in performance;
• University of Windsor Students’ Alliance president Ghallia Hashem will read In Flanders Fields;
• music student Justin Bobbie will play The Last Post and Reveille on trumpet;
• David Pitawanakwat, Indigenous justice co-ordinator at Legal Assistance of Windsor, will offer an Indigenous prayer of remembrance;
• readings shared will include historical material from the Canadian Letters and Images Project.

The event will conclude with UWindsor president Robert Gordon laying a wreath beneath a display in the historic building memorializing the courage of those who served.

Those on campus unable attend are invited to observe two minutes of silence at 11 a.m.

On Nov. 15, the International Students Centre and the Windsor Lancers will join forces to honour International Students' Day as women’s varsity hockey takes on the TMU Bold at the Capri Pizzeria Recreation Complex at 7:30 p.m.

With more than 4,000 international students from 95 countries, the University of Windsor is proud to foster diverse perspectives and cultures. These students contribute significantly to the global environment on campus, making it a richer place for all.

The celebration will include a special flag ceremony during intermission, when international students will take to the ice proudly waving their flags to represent their home countries. This event is a wonderful opportunity for fans to appreciate the diversity that makes the University of Windsor unique.

Mike Houston, director of the International Student Centre, said recognizing the University's international students is vital in highlighting the diverse UWindsor community.

"Providing unique and engaging opportunities for these students helps cultivate a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive," Houston said.

To make it easy for students to attend, a shuttle service will run to and from campus, with the two pickup times starting from Vanier Circle at 6:30 p.m. and returning students to campus after the game.

Fans can secure tickets online at goLancers.ca/tickets, while students can enter for free by either claiming their tickets online or showing their valid UWindsor student card at the ticket desk upon arrival.

WE-Spark Health Institute’s annual “Cheers to Hope” event, held Nov. 7 at the Ambassador Golf Club, brought together academic and health-care professionals, students, and community supporters from across Windsor-Essex to raise awareness and launch fundraising efforts for its 2025 grants program, which powers health innovation throughout the region.

The event spotlighted the institute’s five key partners: the University of Windsor, Erie Shores HealthCare, Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare, St. Clair College, and Windsor Regional Hospital. A research showcase demonstrated the impact of previously funded projects, reinforcing the event's focus on advancing local health research.

WE-Spark’s grants program includes two strategic funding streams:

• Igniting Discovery Grants: Supporting early-stage, innovative health research in Windsor-Essex.
• Incentive Grants: Assisting projects nearing success in national funding competitions.

Since its launch in 2020, WE-Spark’s grant program has awarded $1.8 million for 105 projects involving 604 researchers. Learn more about the grants program and projects that have received funding.

A change in research scholarships payments is coming with the transition to UWinsite People, UWindsor’s new human resources and payroll system. Starting Dec. 1, these payments will transition from being processed through Payroll to being handled by Accounts Payable.

The move reduces the need to complete lengthy paperwork for scholarship recipients. This change will result in scholarship recipients receiving their payments in a much more timely manner.

The shift to UWinsite People is part of a broader University-wide effort to modernize critical human resources and payroll systems and services. By investing in innovative technologies, the University aims to enhance the overall employee experience while streamlining processes.

To learn more about the UWinsite People project and how it may impact you, visit uwindsor.ca/uwinsite/people.

With a theme of “Bridging Cultures, Connecting Communities,” CJAM 99.1 FM’s annual pledge drive opened Friday and will continue through Nov. 17 with live on-air programming and events.

The campus community radio outlet positions itself as a leading independent media source, says station manager Lix Sellick, presenting a blend of music, spoken word, and multicultural programming reflecting its diverse audience.

The station is supported by fees paid by UWindsor students, but relies on donations to cover its full range of expenses.

“This fall, we’re reaching out to raise $30,000 to support CJAM’s mission and operations,” Sellick says. “Your contribution directly fuels the heart of what we do — keeping our equipment up-to-date, hosting community events and workshops, supporting our dedicated staff, and ensuring our programming stays vibrant and high-quality.”

Donors also qualify for a range of appreciation gifts, from stickers to totes and other merchandise. Find details on the CJAM pledge drive website.