News Releases

Three students smile while walking and talking outside of the University of Windsor's Toldo Lancer Centre.
Eight people shovel dirt in front of a yellow excavator
Jun 19th, 2023

WINDSOR, Ont. — With shovels in hand, members from the University of Windsor and Tilbury Capital ushered in a new future for housing on campus and in the local community Monday.

During an event to mark the official groundbreaking of the new student residence, University of Windsor President Robert Gordon said the project will enhance the student experience and address a critical need for housing in Windsor.

Dr. Charu Chandrasekera is seen in her lab holding 3D ioprinted tissue.
Jun 14th, 2023

WINDSOR, Ont. — Advocacy from the University of Windsor’s Canadian Centre for Alternatives to Animal Methods (CCAAM) has helped shape a Bill that received royal assent Tuesday evening.

Bill S-5, an act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, includes revisions requiring the federal government to replace and reduce animals in chemical toxicity testing and to publish a plan within the next two years promoting the development and timely incorporation of alternative strategies for toxicity testing.

Members of the University of Windsor engage with mayors and chief administrative officers during the inaugural Mayors and CAOs Forum at the Univeristy of Windsor on May 24, 2023.
May 26th, 2023

WINDSOR, Ont. — Leadership from the University of Windsor and surrounding municipalities came together Wednesday, May 24 for the inaugural University of Windsor Mayors and CAOs Forum, an event aimed at enhancing municipal and community networks, expanding partnership opportunities, supporting talent development and student experiential learning, and identifying potential directions for collaborative regional problem-solving.

The five-year Aspire strategic plan, the result of more than 90 hours of consultations with on and off-campus communities, was a central inspiration for the event.

Marian Gayed smiles outside while wearing a white blazer and white shirt.
May 25th, 2023

WINDSOR, Ont. — President Robert Gordon has announced the appointment of Marian Gayed as the University of Windsor’s next associate vice-president external, effective June 29, 2023.

Reporting to the President and Vice-Chancellor, Gayed will oversee the departments of Alumni and Donor Communications, Advancement, and Public Affairs and Communications.