Faculty of Education - Western University

Professor Gus Riveros provided expert insight to the Hamilton Spectator in an article regarding the imbalance shaping classrooms, funding and student experience in Hamilton schools.

“These cities are absorbing a lot of these new populations,” he said, adding that “the school boards are absorbing all this pressure, but the pressure is distributed unevenly.”

Crowded portables, empty classrooms: Why are some Hamilton schools overflowing while others are half empty? Hamilton school enrolment data shows suburban overcrowding, underused schools and rising reliance on portables

Western Education is of our 2026 graduate and teacher education award recipients!

On June 12, we welcomed our award recipients and their loved ones to the Faculty of Education to celebrate their exemplary academic and professional accomplishments.

It was a pleasure to celebrate your achievements and welcome you all to our alumni family.
We can’t wait to see the impact you will have as educators, clinicians, academics and community leaders!

Follow the link to find photos of all of our award recipients.

https://ow.ly/vJvY50ZeItX

Since 2017, the Mary J. Wright Child and Youth Development Clinic has offered subsidized psychological assessment, intervention and consultation services to over 1,700 families in London, Ont., and surrounding area.

In addition to providing services directly to families, the clinic works in partnership with community agencies, including London Health Science Centre and Vanier Children’s Mental Wellness, to address gaps for children and youth struggling to access needed psychology support.

Learn more about how the clinic partners with these local agencies to provide psychological services for children and families in need while providing hands-on training for school and applied psychology students.

https://news.westernu.ca/2026/06/western-mary-j-wright-clinic-child-psychology-care/

🚨New AQ changes provide greater flexibility in engagement with professional learning!

ASPirE at Western Education is pleased to announce that the Collaborative Inquiry (CI) Project is no longer a required component of our Additional Qualifications (AQ) courses.

Candidates will continue to participate in professional discussions, share perspectives, and engage with colleagues through course activities designed to foster reflection, networking, and the exchange of effective practices.

🔗Visit our website to learn more: https://ow.ly/yGsI50Z7ZCx

Applications are now open for our International Baccalaureate Educator Certificate!

Want to learn more about the program and the application process? Join one of our upcoming information sessions:
📅 June 11 | 9:00–10:00 AM
📅 July 16 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
📅 August 13 | 10:30–11:30 AM

Get your questions answered and explore how this program can support your growth in education: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/events/

On May 20, we had the privilege of connecting with over 100 alumni and supporters of Western Education at our annual Teacher's Night at the London Children's Museum.

While the Children’s Museum is a top destination for local school field trips, this event aimed to turn the tables for attendees encouraging them to see the museum through the eyes of a child by participating in a scavenger hunt.

Thank you to all who joined us!

https://www.edu.uwo.ca/news-events/2026/alumni-and-supporters-see-through-the-eyes-of-a-child.html

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 Celebrate Pride 2026 at Western by joining events that honour and support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Pride is a time to celebrate, reflect, uplift and act — and it's for everyone.

Throughout June and July, University College Tower, Brescia Tower, and Alumni Hall will glow in rainbow lights. ✨🌈 The Progress Pride Flag — which honours the full spectrum of the community, including the feathered chevron that recognizes Two-Spirit people — is raised at Concrete Beach. Flying it during National Indigenous History Month highlights the unique presence and significance of Indigenous identities within this celebration.

See resources and get updates on what's happening at Western: https://www.uwo.ca/faculty_staff/pride.html