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December 22, 2020Western's COVID-19 plan approved: travel possible for eligible international students
November 17, 2020As of November 17, Western’s COVID-19 plan is approved and eligible international students may now travel to Canada. Before planning travel, students MUST complete the steps for international arrival, including registering your quarantine plan.
Important update: COVID-19 travel restrictions for international students
October 19, 2020As of October 20 international students cannot travel to Canada from abroad unless their institution’s COVID-19 readiness plan is approved by the provincial government as per the latest IRCC travel update.
International students should hold travel plans to Canada for now
October 05, 2020On Friday, October 2, the Government of Canada announced an amendment to the current travel exemptions that included some allowance for more international students to come to Canada. However, we recommend that international students at Western do not make any arrangements to travel at this time.
Students affected by major world events
August 05, 2020If you are an international student who is undergoing hardships or stress due to turmoil or natural disasters in your home country, Western has a variety of support services available for you. Following the devastating explosion that took place in Lebanon yesterday, we wanted to share some important resources.
Campus closure
June 29, 2020Western University will have an extended closure from June 26 at 1 pm to July 2 at 8:30 am, in advance of and including the national holiday of Canada Day.
International graduate finds community far from home
June 09, 2020Amal Muselmani grew up in a small, quiet town in Nigeria, where vendors offer their wares to those passing by and people wait patiently for cows to cross the street before continuing down the road.
Message to Students on Anti-Black Racism
June 09, 2020Western International offers our support and solidarity to the Black community, and to all the Black students, staff and faculty at Western. We stand against racism, discrimination, and oppression in all its forms.
Embracing opportunities brings new possibilities for recent grad
June 07, 2020Frank Liu is proud that his undergraduate experience has been a bit unique. While earning his Bachelor’s degree in Management and Organizational Studies (BMOS), Liu has studied at three different universities, in three different countries, on three different continents.
Running towards a new dream
June 07, 2020Lionel Liang was just coming up to the turning point of the racetrack he had run countless times before when, just as he approached the curve, his life took a turn.
Master's graduate finds inspiration in learning and teaching
June 07, 2020When Victoria Agapova took her first undergraduate anatomy course she felt she had found her calling in life. While working with human cadavers might not be for everyone, she found the experience inspiring.
New grad seeks to empower others
June 07, 2020Whether it’s children, fellow classmates or people from other countries, Huizi Jieni believes in learning from others and empowering them to use their voices.
Recent grad one step closer to dream of becoming transplant doctor
June 07, 2020Growing up, Muhammad Uzair Khalid never once hesitated when he was asked the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?”
International Students can start online in Fall 2020 without affecting Post-Graduate Work Permit
May 19, 2020International Students can start online in Fall 2020 without affecting Post-Graduate Work Permit if they currently have a Study Permit or have been approved for a Study Permit.
Volunteer experience benefits all, says award recipient
April 23, 2020COVID-19 Student Relief Fund launched
April 02, 2020Travel restriction measures: COVID-19 program delivery
March 27, 2020COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions - International Students
March 12, 2020Western moves remainder of term online, campus remains open
March 12, 2020Be Aware of Scams
February 25, 2020There have been some recent reports on campus and across London, in particular in student neighbourhoods, about scams targeting International Students. Protect yourself against phishing and scamming attempts.
New this term at International Student Centre - Social Science
January 15, 2020Introducing new career and peer learning services at the International Student Centre - Social Science for Winter 2020
Memorial set to honour Flight PS752 victims
January 09, 2020Vigil honours students lost in Flight PS752
January 09, 2020Western mourns loss of students on Flight PS752
January 08, 2020