Wednesday, April 8, 2026

RESEARCH & INNOVATION

UWindsor researcher among five finalists for international 3D printing innovator award


“Dare to be different.” That’s the challenge University of Windsor professor Dr. Jill Urbanic poses to her students: to question established ideas as they develop innovative engineering solutions — something she models in her own work. 

TEACHING & LEARNING

Inside Chemical Valley: Windsor Law students confront environmental injustice at Aamjiwnaang First Nation


For first-year law students at the University of Windsor, learning about access to justice often begins in the classroom. But on March 20, that learning extended beyond campus, onto the lands of Aamjiwnaang First Nation.

RESEARCH & INNOVATION

Outstanding scholar strings together opportunities


Offering free violin lessons to children is a “bright spot” in Avery Ng’s life. The fourth-year integrative biology student has been involved with Windsor’s The String Project since its inception four years ago. 

COMMUNITY & PARTNERSHIPS

Windsor Law Class Action Clinic granted intervener status in high-profile Birth Alerts appeal


When newborn babies were taken from their parents under Ontario’s controversial Birth Alerts policy, the removals left lasting trauma for families and highlighted systemic discrimination.

TEACHING & LEARNING

Between languages, cultures and school systems — UWindsor research finds a gap no one was filling


Throughout their high school years, students look for academic and social support from teachers, peers and others in the school community. 

LATEST NEWS

UWindsor talent fills the cast and crew of Windsor Light’s Frozen


The University of Windsor is well represented in Windsor Light Music Theatre’s 149th major musical production, Disney’s Frozen, running May 1 to 10 at the Chrysler Theatre. 

TEACHING & LEARNING

Thinking about thinking: Education research explores role of metacognition in undergraduate learning


Making the leap from high school to undergraduate studies can be daunting. In this unfamiliar context, reflection on the learning process can be a powerful part of building confidence and independence.

COMMUNITY & PARTNERSHIPS

Hands-on co-op experience reshapes business student's view on HR: Amanda Muzzatti


Amanda Muzzatti did not expect her co‑op placement to reshape her career goals — but it is doing so in a surprising way.

COMMUNITY & PARTNERSHIPS

High school robotics teams to face off in action-packed competition


Thirty-five high school teams from across the province will converge at the University of Windsor’s St. Denis Centre April 9 to 11 to put their teamwork, leadership and innovation to the test at the Windsor Essex Great Lakes District’s FIRST Robotics Competition. 

IN BRIEF

High Achievers’ Breakfast brings top students to campus


University of Windsor launches Innovation Fellowship with $12,000 in funding per participant

 

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