Transforming Education. Transforming Lives.
We want to hear your story
At the Faculty of Education, we strive to transform education and transform lives each day – through teaching, research, and working with our community partners. As part of the Western Education family, more than 41,000 alumni have been making transformative contributions to education for several decades. Our alumni are teachers and leaders across many different sectors. What has been your experience? What have you noticed that may change the future of education in Canada and beyond? Where did your journey take you?
I am pleased to introduce you to this collection of stories called Transforming Education. Transforming Lives. It is my hope that you are willing to be included in this collection by sharing your story. The process is quite easy – simply fill out the form at the bottom of this message and we will contact you. We will then share your story as part of this feature.
Now even more than before, it is time for Education to shine. We want to share how you and your colleagues are transforming education and transforming lives. I also invite you to read the stories below and see how your colleagues are making a difference in our communities.
Donna Kotsopoulos, PhD
Dean and Professor
Faculty of Education
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Supporting the next generation
July 23, 2025
Former educator Dražen Ivanišević shares why he’s established an award for teacher candidates.
Providing a ray of sunshine through special education
March 04, 2025
Joey McDowell, BEd ’99, reflects on her passion for special education and the importance of learning from those around you.
Reflections from a passionate teacher
January 28, 2025
Western alum Bill McHugh looks back on the best year of his university experience, as well as the three decades that followed.
Filling in a research gap
January 14, 2025
Veteran educator Dr. Philip Capobianco seeks to raise awareness of safeguarding youth mental health in Catholic schools.
A new way to give back
October 10, 2024
Western Education announces the launch of the Dean’s Transformational Leaders Circle.
Transformative growth and lifelong learning
October 09, 2024
Ranabelle Stroh shares lessons and hopes from her Doctor of Education journey.
A family legacy
July 29, 2024
From grandparents to grandchild, learn about what drives the Nathoo family's passion for teaching.
Celebrating a loving marriage and a dedicated teacher
June 07, 2024
Learn about the history of the Laura & Ed McLeish Scholarship.
George McAuley on teaching, music, and full circle moments
March 18, 2024
The Western Education alum shares lessons, observations, and fond memories from his time in the classroom and on the stage.
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