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Alumni News
Stay connected with the latest stories from our alumni community and the wider university. Explore inspiring profiles, career journeys, accomplishments and news about our graduates that highlight their impact around the world.
Western Engineering alum Regan Stewart reflects on courage and leadership at Lynda Shaw Memorial Lecture
March 16, 2026
Western Engineering welcomed Regan Stewart, BESc’94, chief operations officer at Jamieson Wellness Inc., as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Lynda Shaw Memorial Distinguished Lecture.
From Western Engineering to the Deep Sea: Alum Jim Wodehouse on global projects, emerging technologies and engineering with purpose
March 11, 2026
From offshore Brazil to the Pacific Ocean floor, Jim Wodehouse, BESc’79, has built a global engineering career rooted in problem-solving, adaptability and leadership.
Dillon Consulting Limited named Western Engineering Co-op Employer of the Year
January 22, 2026
For more than 20 years, Dillon Consulting Limited (Dillon) has played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of civil engineers at Western Engineering.
How rethinking prosthetics helps amputees walk with comfort
By
Western Communications ,The Impact Project , January 09, 2026
Part scientist, part entrepreneur, Western Engineering's Sydney Robinson is on a mission to transform lives for amputees worldwide.
How Aidan Leach is growing science literacy in Renfrew County
By
Pembroke Observer and News staff ,The Trentonion , November 07, 2025
Since 2015, Aidan Leach, BSc'08, MEng'09, has been leading a volunteer-driven initiative to spark curiosity and confidence in young minds across Renfrew County. Through hands-on guidance, mentorship, and science fairs, Leach helps students from Grades 5 to 12 discover the excitement and relevance of science—opening doors to careers in medicine, engineering, and beyond.
Daria Popugaeva, whose research focuses on water treatment in the Arctic and sub-Arctic, selected for the WE-Empower! program
November 04, 2025
Daria Popugaeva, PhD'19, a research engineer in the department of chemical and biochemical engineering at Western University, was recently selected to participate in WE-Empower!, a program that brings together innovative and entrepreneurial women to provide free mentorship and training in entrepreneurship, research commercialization, and intellectual property protection.
Michael D’Andrea named recipient of 2025 L.S. Lauchland Engineering Alumni Medal
September 29, 2025
Western Engineering is proud to announce Michael D’Andrea, BSc’80, BESc’84, MEng’86, as the recipient of the 2025 L.S. Lauchland Engineering Alumni Medal. The award recognizes alumni for their outstanding contributions to the engineering profession, business leadership and community service.
From Western to TIME’s Best Inventions: Asha Parekh named 2025 Young Alumni Award recipient
September 29, 2025
Western Engineering is proud to announce Asha Parekh, PhD’15, as the recipient of the 2025 Engineering Young Alumni Award.
Boxing champ Shane McCarthy thrives in Western’s entrepreneurship programs
By
Colleen MacDonald ,Western News , August 08, 2025
Shane McCarthy, Canada’s recently crowned national boxing champ, is also making a name for himself outside the ring. The 24-year-old Western engineering grad has emerged as a promising entrepreneur through several initiatives at the Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship Powered by Ivey, culminating in the Entrepreneurial Summer Internship (ESI).
Western-linked health startups receive boost from Ontario Life Sciences Fund
By
Cynthia Fazio ,Western News , June 23, 2025
Oleksiy Zaika, MSc’15, PhD’23 and Sydney Robinson, MESc’21, co-founders of Vessl Prosthetics—a health-technology startup—are among the recipients of Ontario’s Life Sciences Innovation Fund.
Purple and proud all around: A family of Western graduates reflects
By
Cynthia Fazio ,Western News , June 10, 2025
Convocation is a celebration of hard work, perseverance and future promise. For the Devito family, this year’s celebrations are threefold.
Bruce Ross, BESc’85, receives honorary degree
June 10, 2025
Bruce Ross, BESc’85, received his honorary Doctorate of Laws from Western University at Spring Convocation. Ross is known for expertly translating strategy into business success by adapting and advancing rapid global change in technology.
Eric Doerr: Bridging Connections and Driving Innovation in Biochemical Engineering
January 29, 2025
Eric Doerr, BESc’14, MESc’16, is a dynamic and ambitious leader with a passion for connecting people and solving complex problems. We caught up with Eric to learn more about his career journey, his reflections on Western Engineering, and his advice for the next generation of engineers.
Engineering alum appointed to Order of Ontario
By
Western Communications ,Western News , January 01, 2025
Catherine Karakatsanis, BESc’83, MESc’91, LLD’23, chief operating officer at Morrison Hershfield, now part of Stantec, has been appointed to the Order of Ontario, the province’s highest honour.
