By Sara Elliott
Lindsey Boshart packed her undergraduate years full of experiences inside and outside of the classroom, earning herself a gold Faculty of Science LEAD medallion on graduation day.
Research and Creative Activity
Electric and computer engineering assistant professor Dr. Shahpour Alirezaee in the mechatronics lab at the University of Windsor.
Jun 11th, 2025
By Lindsay Charlton
In a two-acre greenhouse dedicated to research and development at JEM Farms in Kingsville, Ont., Shahpour Alirezaee is working on advanced technology to help growers improve plant pollination.
Dr. Alirezaee, a University of Windsor engineering professor specializing in mechatronics and robotics, is developing an autonomous robotic pollination system.
Riders cruise along the Chrysler Canada Greenway, part of a growing network of trails that will soon span two nations. A new report co-authored by UWindsor visiting scholar John Hartig explores how the upcoming Gordie Howe International Bridge can spark cross-border trail tourism and strengthen ties between Windsor and Detroit. (Photo by Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island)
Jun 11th, 2025
By Sara Elliott
With every turn of their pedals across the Gordie Howe International Bridge next year, cyclists will be forging new paths — linking two cities, two countries and a shared story of place and possibility.
A new report, co-authored by University of Windsor visiting scholar John Hartig, explores how the region can harness this opportunity to grow cross-border trail tourism and build connections through shared experiences.
Karen Metcalfe, Blake and Mckenna Lumley in the CORe atrium at the University of Windsor.
May 28th, 2025
Fifteen years ago, everything changed for Mckenna Lumley.
At just four years old, Lumley was diagnosed with a juvenile benign pilocytic astrocytoma (JPA), a rare childhood brain tumour.
Her family started to notice something was off when she was in the bath and unable to move her head back. This limited mobility progressed into her screaming due to neck pain and vomiting. While doctors were convinced Lumley was suffering from a flu bug, her mother, WE-SPARK assistant director Karen Metcalfe, knew something more was going on.
Building Bridges (and Tunnels) between Nations is a physical exhibit hosted by the Leddy Library Archives & Special Collections highlighting a theme of unity between Canada and the United States.
May 28th, 2025
The creator of a new UWindsor exhibit says he wanted to highlight a theme of unity between Canada and the United States at a tense time in the history of relations between the two counties.
Building Bridges (and Tunnels) between Nations is a physical exhibit hosted by the Leddy Library Archives & Special Collections.
Students are invited to attend one of two upcoming information sessions to learn more about the Rhodes Scholarship application process.
May 28th, 2025
As applications open for the Rhodes Scholarship, students are invited to attend one of two upcoming information sessions to learn more about the process.
An English-language session will take place online on Monday, June 2, followed by a French-language session on Thursday, June 5, but at 1 p.m.
Dr. Shijing Xu, Acting Associate Dean, Teacher Education, is Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in International and Intercultural reciprocal learning in education and Dr. Chenkai Chi, Postdoctoral fellow, Faculty of Education
May 23rd, 2025
A research team from the Faculty of Education launched the project Celebrating Asian Heritage: Re-Membering and Re-Storing the “Hidden Pandemic” of Anti-Asian Racism to honour the lasting contributions of University of Windsor faculty members of Asian descent.
The Menard Psych Group and Trans Wellness Ontario are hosting a drag show and knowledge mobilization event, Glitter-ature Review: The Theory and Practice of Drag, on Saturday, June 7.
May 23rd, 2025
It’s a blend of showmanship and scholarship — and it’s all about drag.
The Menard Psych Group and Trans Wellness Ontario are hosting a drag show and knowledge mobilization event, Glitter-ature Review: The Theory and Practice of Drag, on Saturday, June 7.
Hosted by local drag artist REMEDY, the night will feature research findings and performances by Aurora Bore Alice, B. Martini, D. Ann Eh, Miss Mercury Retrograde, REMEDY and Tony Heart.
May 21st, 2025
A free hands-on workshop hosted by UWindsor filmmaker Yilin Zhu (MFA 2025) will give participants a chance to explore the world of AI audiovisual creation.
Is That Film Alive? takes place Friday, May 23, at 3 p.m. in the Performance Hall at the Armouries, 37 University Avenue East.
Open to all with no prior experience required, the session will introduce creative techniques that combine artificial intelligence with film production. Participants will have the opportunity to experiment and learn alongside Zhu in an interactive setting.
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of the Government of Japan is now accepting applications for the 2026 MEXT Research Student Scholarship.
The undergraduate scholarship is currently accepting applications until May 30, 2025. Opportunities for university graduates interested in research in Japan are available through May 23, 2025.
This prestigious scholarship provides funding for full tuition fees, a monthly allowance, and roundtrip travel between Japan and Canada.