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Are you looking to gain some on-campus work experience this summer? Applications for the Work Study Program for the summer term are open until April 30. Find more details about the program at international.uwo.ca/studentservice… @westernuniversity @westernustudentexperience

A huge thank you to our student volunteers who have helped with our programs and events this year! This National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting a few of our volunteers who contribute so much to the #WesternU community year-round on our Instagram stories starting tomorrow!

Sora is a third-year kinesiology student who is also pursuing a minor in Japanese. She's currently completing a full-year exchange at @waseda_univ in Japan. Watch our Instagram stories starting next Monday night as Sora takes us through a day of her life in Tokyo!

Meet Vishwa, from India! A third-year #WesternU student. She’s loved building friendships and getting involved through clubs and volunteering. Her advice for new students? “Get involved early—you’ll meet people, and make your experience meaningful.” international.uwo.ca/spotlights/202…

Thanks to our Peer Guides who have been helping new students transition to life Canada and support them with events, activities and resources this year! We are proud of the community built within the Peer Guide Network Program. Good luck with your exams and assignments!

💡 Your ideas, your passion – it’s time to share them with the world! Submit A grade or equivalent coursework today to The Global Undergraduate Awards for international recognition. 🌎 Applications are due early June. Find details at international.uwo.ca/learning//glob….

Happy last day of classes, Mustangs! You've made it through the term and should be proud of your accomplishments! Our team is available to help and support you. Find more about International Student Services at: international.uwo.ca/studentservice…

Meet Ranumi from Sri Lanka! A third-year #WesternU student, she studies genetics and biochemistry and hopes to pursue research. She is also a wildlife photographer and campus leader and advises new students to "try new things and embrace your journey.” international.uwo.ca/spotlights/202…

Thanks to everyone who came to Global Café last week! We hope you had a great time connecting with friends. Reminder that Global Café will be on a break until May 7. We look forward to seeing you if you are staying in London for the summer term!

Kobby and Aadit take on the Egg Drop Challenge, but they’ll have to unlock their protecting materials through games before putting their designs to the test. Will their eggs survive from three floors up? Watch at youtu.be/EoFzidqinPk to find out who’s the better engineer!

Please note our office will be closed on Friday, April 3, for Good Friday. We'll be open as usual on Monday, April 6, and the rest of the week during our regular hours. Have a great long weekend, Mustangs!

Join us at Global Café to celebrate the end of the year with the Society of Graduate Students (SOGS)s! Learn new languages, meet friends, and celebrate culture and community. This is the last Global Café of winter term! Next one will be May 7. 🗓️ April 2, 3–5 pm 📍 IGAB Atrium

Meet Kristal, from Fiji! A third-year Medical Sciences student @westernuscience, she’s passionate about cancer research and hopes to pursue an MD-PhD. Her advice? “Don’t be scared—step outside your comfort zone and embrace new opportunities.” Read more: international.uwo.ca/spotlights/202…

Thanks to everyone who came to Global Café this week! We hope you had a great time celebrating Edi with henna making! We will have the last Global Café for the term next Thursday from 3 to 5 pm in the International and Graduate Affairs Building Atrium, see you there!

We had a great time painting with some of our International Learning Ambassadors (ILAs) today! Watch our Instagram stories tomorrow to see International Learning Coordinator Keyona and ILAs answer frequently asked questions about global learning opportunities.

Join us at Global Café this week for an Eid-themed afternoon! Enjoy henna art and create beautiful ornament crafts! 🗓️ March 26, 3–5 pm 📍 International and Graduate Affairs Building Atrium All students are welcome! @westernuniversity @westernustudentexperience @westernusc

Meet Nantume, a first-year Governance, Leadership & Ethics student at @huronuni from Uganda. She founded Youngsters Appeal to support girls facing period poverty. “You don’t need a dramatic story—just start. Every time is the right time.” Read more at international.uwo.ca/spotlights/202….

Thanks to everyone who came to Global Café this week! We hope you had a great time making ddakji, exploring the Korean culture and connecting with friends! See you every Thursday from 3 to 5 pm in the International and Graduate Affairs Building Atrium!

#WesternU undergraduates, are you ready to showcase your hard work? Submit your outstanding work to the Global Undergraduate Awards and let your talent shine. Applications are due early June. Find details at international.uwo.ca/learning//glob…. #AwardYourWork #GlobalWesternU

We had a wonderful time at the Iftar dinner hosted by Muslim Students' Association at Western last week! We hope everyone who attended enjoyed connecting with friends and the community!