Category: Health and Wellness

The Canadian Association for Research in Regenerative Medicine (CARRM) at Western is a nonprofit, student-led organization dedicated to advancing the field of regenerative medicine through two main venues: 1) Spreading awareness about the current research and progress being made in regenerative medicine 2) Funding local research facilities to assist in the advancement of regenerative medicine in both the London and Western University communities.

We are a movement dedicated to helping students discover Jesus and change the world. We want students to experience God’s love and forgiveness and become world changers as they make faith a lifelong commitment. Power to Change – Students is also a chapter of Power to Change Ministries, an international interdenominational ministry committed to helping take the Gospel of Jesus to all nations. It is the largest not-for-profit organization in the world, reaching over 191 nations.

Our core mission at Alzheimer’s Western Club is to spread awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in both the Western campus and London communities. By doing so, we hope to reduce the stigma and surrounding this terrible disease and change the preconceptions the general public may have about it. We also support the Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex through fundraising activities so that the proper care and resources are available to the individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

This initiative introduces hundreds of students to the world of paying it forward and performing random acts of kindness, which can have significant influences on both the performer and the recipient of the act of kindness. With all the hate, segregation and tragedy occurring in the world currently, a simple act of kindness can have a profound effect. The purpose of this initiative is behind its’ name; small causes have larger effects. As the famous mathematician Edward Lorenz once said, a butterfly flapping it’s wings in Mexico can cause a hurricane in Japan. This initiative is a small change when looking holistically but according to the Chaos theory small changes to the initial conditions of a system can result in large differences in later states. We’ve created this group to help make a lasting impact on the students at Western by spreading positivity and happiness.

The objective of our club is to provide a medium for those interested or directly exposed to type 1 and type 2 diabetes at the University of Western Ontario. The Western Diabetes Association will work alongside the Canadian Diabetes Association, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and other organizations in order to promote research, raise awareness, as well as provide education to its members and the entire student body. WDA will host many events in order to raise funds and work towards improving the lives of those living with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Dedicated to raising awareness and funding for kidney disease and kidney-related research. We strive to educate university students about the implications of kidney disease and to create a supportive and inclusive community. Make sure to like our page on Facebook and follow us on Instagram to keep updated about the events we will have throughout the school year!

The goals of the Concussion Awareness Society at Western University are to provide the public with educational resources and to provide an open forum for collaboration to encourage the generation of new and innovative ideas and solutions for concussion treatment. Ultimately, we want to see Western students coming together in support of the university’s world-renowned researchers in their pursuit of understanding this debilitating injury.

Run With Us is a recreational running club that promotes both physical and mental health on campus. Members of all skill level and experience are welcome! Our events include weekly runs across campus, running challenges and competitions, educational seminars, socials, and much more!