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.
New and Noteworthy
Royal Society celebrates five Western scholars
September 09, 2020Back to school: A fall term like no other
September 03, 2020Six Western students awarded Schulich Leader Scholarships
August 20, 2020Video Updates
September 4, 2020: An Update from President Shepard: Working together for a safe and successful fall semester.
Important Initiatives
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.
