Office of the President

Professor Alan Shepard is an accomplished academic leader and scholar of early modern England, literature, science and theatre who is passionate about the future of innovation and the future of universities. He became Western’s 11th President & Vice-Chancellor in July 2019. Read more about President Shepard in his bio.

Speaking & Engagement Requests

New and Noteworthy

Student Success, Philanthropy

‘Found my community:’ Naomi Ngobila finds opportunity, belonging at Western

November 20, 2024

Community Impact and Partnership

First World War postcard project launched by Western prof expands to hundreds of small-town schools

November 12, 2024

Alumni, Community Impact and Partnership, Research and Innovation

Western Alumni Magazine - Fall 2024

November 12, 2024

Important Initiatives

The Impact Project
Never has a discussion of impact been
more important

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Promoting, recognizing, celebrating
and engaging various voices around campus

Indigenous Initiatives
Elevating Indigenous voices
and presence across campus

Sexual Violence Prevention
Working to create a campus
culture of safety and respect

Entrepreneurship
Cultivating the spirit of
innovation on campus

Video Updates

Western University has launched the Canadian Severe Storms Laboratory — the country's first and only research centre investigating extreme weather to mitigate damage and keep Canadians safe.

Campus Conversations: Minh Nguyen, Western Computer Science Student

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Watch more of the President's Campus Conversations with students.

Photo Gallery

President Shepard connects with Western stakeholders across campus, across the local and regional community, across Canada and abroad. This photo gallery is a sample of candid moments with students, faculty, staff, alumni, visiting scholars, community and business leaders, government officials and other important dignitaries who contribute in vital ways to Western’s dynamic academic environment.

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