The University of Windsor has announced an agreement with TELUS to transform the institution into a 5G connected campus.

TELUS agreement promises 5G campus connectivity

The University of Windsor announced Wednesday an agreement with TELUS to transform the institution into a 5G connected campus. 

A memorandum of understanding will see TELUS conduct analysis and propose upgrades to the University’s wireless network in targeted buildings and properties over the next five years. TELUS will invest in the installation of 5G equipment on campus to promote and support the integration of world-class technology to enhance teaching and research. 

“I’m delighted that our university community will have privileged access to this emerging technology,” said UWindsor Vice-President Research and Innovation, K. Michael Siu. 

“Collaboration with TELUS will not only provide the clear benefits of a 5G connected campus, but it will allow University of Windsor students, faculty, and researchers to participate in the research and development of this technology on campus as it is implemented in the coming years. We see that as an outstanding opportunity for our university.”

 “Our customers enjoy the fastest network in the world today. Beyond lightning-fast speeds, 5G offers a leap in capabilities over today’s 4G networks, including increased capacity, ultra-low latency, network slicing and edge computing. These advancements are the foundation to power new applications serving smart businesses and communities, industrial automation, and digital healthcare,” said Eros Spadotto, Executive Vice President, Technology Strategy and Business Transformation.

 “As both a native of Windsor and a proud alumnus of the Universi​ty of Windsor, I am delighted that TELUS is making this commitment to the region and its future. These partnerships will bring some of the most cutting-edge telecommunications technology available today and in the future to our students, building on our promise to advance higher education and science, and unlocking new ways for technology to improve Canadians’ lives. 5G is critical to the health and competitiveness of our economy.”

Catherine Gronert and Ella Koller received LEAD Scholarships from the University of Windsor's Faculty of Science.

Science LEAD Scholarship Winners Announced

Every year the University of Windsor's Faculty of Science offers scholarships to new undergraduate students who are ready to LEAD with the Faculty of Science. 

Catherine Gronert and Ella Koller, proud members of the Faculty of Science Class of 2024 each received scholarships in the amount of $2,024.

Gronert, BSc Honours, Environmental Science, said the scholarship really helped to ease the transition to University.

"It has definitely made my great first semester even better," Gronert said.

Koller, Concurrent Bachelor of Mathematics, echoed Gonert's sentiments.

"I'm happy to be a part of the Faculty of Science here at UWindsor and the scholarship will help me greatly," Koller said.

The LEAD Scholarship was implemented as a way to highlight the opportunities for science students to critical soft skills through Leadership with on- and off-campus organizations, Engagement through Service Learning and Study abroad, Application through internships and Co-op and Discovery through undergraduate research. 

The Faculty of Science remains a national leader in undergraduate research and continues to seek ways to increase the number and diversity of high impact learning experiences for its students.    

UWindsor launches new Service Excellence Vision and Standards

The University of Windsor is committed to providing excellent service experiences whether online, over the telephone or in-person.

Service excellence is about employees working together to create a consistent and exceptional service experience across campus. Our daily interactions with students, colleagues, alumni, donors and other stakeholders matter.  

“When individuals consistently experience  professional, responsive, caring, respectful and reliable service, we strengthen our reputation of being a welcoming campus, reinforce our commitment of putting students first, and foster a culture of support and success across campus,” says Rita LaCivita, Vice-President, Human Resources.

Given the changes in our internal and external environment, the University embarked on a process to review, redefine and update the Service Excellence program launched in 2012.

This process was led by the Service Excellence Working Group, comprised of staff and supervisors from key service areas across campus; and engaged 87 employees and 37 students through 17 focus groups.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank the members of the Service Excellence Working Group for their commitment to this initiative and their service to the University,” adds LaCivita.

The campus community is encouraged to become ambassadors of service excellence by becoming familiar with the components of the Service Excellence Program and seeking opportunities for enhancing the service experience:

  • Service Excellence Vision: articulates the type of service culture that we want to create.
  • Service Excellence Standards: help to clarify the behaviours and actions that promote and support our service excellence efforts.
  • Service Excellence Guide: includes practical information and tips for putting the Service Standards in action in our online, over the telephone and in-person interactions. It also provides information on using inclusive language, cross-cultural communication, accessible customer service and how to support students with mental health concerns.
  • Service Excellence Training Program: designed to support individuals and teams in the achievement of the Service Excellence Vision and to put the Service Excellence Standards in action

Learn about the components of the Service Excellence Program by visiting the Service Excellence website at www.uwindsor.ca/serviceexcellence 

Pumpkin smoothie in glassTop a pumpkin smoothie with pie spice for a healthy shot of fall, suggests chef Paolo Vasapolli.

Smoothie celebrates harvest season

Smoothies aren’t just for summer, says Paolo Vasapolli. Executive chef in Food and Catering Services, he has created a recipe that incorporates some favourite flavours of autumn.

Pumpkin Smoothie

Ingredients

  • ½ cup pumpkin
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • ¼ cup rolled oats
  • Handful of frozen cranberries
  • Drizzle of maple syrup
  • Pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine pumpkin, yogurt, rolled oats, and cranberries.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Drizzle with maple syrup and top with pie spice (or just cinnamon, if preferred).

Vasapolli adds a further tip.

“If you’re using canned pumpkin, you can freeze the leftovers in an ice cube tray,” he says. “That way, when you make your next smoothie, you can use the frozen cubes to blend up cold and creamy.”

Find more recipes — as well as a place to submit your own — on the Healthy Eating website.