Category Archives: 2017
CTV News London – Spotlight on Brescia’s International Day of the Girl (See: 20:21)
Brescia shines light on gender discrimination at sixth annual International Day of the Girl celebration
Media Advisory October 17, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – International Day of the Girl will be celebrated at Brescia University College on October 18th, bringing almost 100 local high school students to campus for the annual half-day event. The day, designed to raise awareness about the challenges and opportunities that girls and young…
Catholic Register – After partygoers create mayhem, students step up to repair garden
Brescia pledges to whole-campus approach to mental health & wellness
Media Release October 10, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – In 2016, Brescia was one of 42 Canadian institutions to participate in the National College Health Assessment, administered by the American College Health Association. The findings of the Assessment estimated that over 75% of Brescia students felt overwhelming anxiety in the past year –…
Charity Village – Attention Students: Get ready for a rewarding career in the nonprofit sector
The Gazette – Uncovering Brescia’s hidden labyrinth
Emmy Award-winning journalist Ann Curry headlines the 2018 BresciaLEAD Awards Gala
Media Release September 28, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – On April 19, 2018, Emmy Award-winning journalist Ann Curry will headline the BresciaLEAD Awards. This national award celebration honours exceptional women leaders and an organization that embody Brescia’s values of leading with wisdom, justice and compassion in a changing world. Known globally for her…
Windsor Regional Hospital Frontline Tribune – Brescia Organizational Leadership Award
The Gazette – Rethinking fad diets: Western prof weighs in
Brescia University College announces new Chair of Board of Trustees
Media Release September 5, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – Brescia University College is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Fryday-Field to a two-year term as Chair of the Board of Trustees effective July 1, 2017. “It is a privilege to be taking on this leadership role at Brescia. Now more than ever,…
Global News London – Brescia donates over 200 clothing items to Anova to support London women in need
Blackburn News – Brescia Students Help Abused Women
Brescia University College donates over 200 items of clothing to London charity
Media Release August 11, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – Brescia is making a difference locally by donating over 200 items of clothing to Anova, formerly Women’s Community House and Sexual Assault Centre London. As is often the case at the end of an academic year, university students find their bags are overfilled for…
106.9 The X – A million reasons for Brescia to celebrate
Western News – Ursuline Sisters back Brescia with $1-million donation
CTV News London – Brescia receives $1 million donation for women’s education in Canada
Global News London – Brescia University College receives its largest-ever donation – $1M from Ursuline Sisters
Blackburn News – Donation Largest In Brescia’s History
Brescia University College receives $1 million donation to advance women’s education in Canada
Media Release June 27, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – Brescia University College received a $1 million gift from the Ursuline Sisters of Chatham in Ontario, the single largest donation in the University’s history. “The Ursuline Sisters founded Brescia in 1919,” says Community Leader, Sister Theresa Campeau. “We are honoured to celebrate 100 years…
Brescia’s signature Baccalaureate and Convocation celebrations commence this weekend
News Release June 16, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – Brescia University College’s graduation celebrations begin on Sunday, June 18th with almost 900 Brescia faculty, staff and graduands gathering for the time-honoured 95th annual Baccalaureate and Magisterial Exercises. The celebration continues June 19th as 235 graduands, accompanied by their families, will gather at Brescia’s…
University Affairs – 50 little-known facts about Canadian universities
Western News – Honouring a ‘beacon’ for academic women
Canadian College and University Food Service Association Magazine: Spring 2017
Canadian College and University Food Service Association Magazine: Spring 2017
Women’s College Coalition – Insights From Women’s College Coalition Presidents
London Free Press – Nutritious meals don’t have to be costly or time-consuming says London dietician, who helped launch Catelli Food campaign
London Free Press – Pot smoking during pregnancy causes low birth weight in babies, London research finds
CTV News London – Marijuana study
Study shows link between maternal marijuana use and low birth weight
News Release April 27, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Women who used marijuana while pregnant were almost three times more likely to have an infant with low birth weight LONDON, ON – In a new study, researchers in London, Ontario found that women who used marijuana while pregnant were almost three times more likely to have…
Brescia celebrates the power of women’s voices at 9th annual Take the Lead public speaking contest
News Release March 31, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – Now more than ever it is vitally important for women and girls to have a voice and to be heard. On Saturday, April 1st, 20 young women from across Ontario will gather at Brescia University College to compete for a one-year full academic scholarship…
Bishop’s University and Brescia University College sign MOU
News Release March 10, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – An agreement has been finalized between Bishop’s University and Brescia University College, which allows students who have successfully completed Brescia’s Preliminary Year Program to qualify for automatic admission into one of Bishop’s undergraduate programs effective Fall 2017. “We are delighted to partner with Bishop’s…
Brescia University College Principal to speak at the London Club for International Women’s Day
News Release March 7th, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – In celebration of International Women’s Day, Brescia’s Principal Dr. Susan Mumm will address an audience of over 75 people at the London Club on March 8th. Her speech entitled, “Being Bold for Change: The World Needs More Brescia” will address why women’s education and…
The Gazette – Counting calories on campus
Medical Xpress – Children’s books may boost appetite for unhealthy food
The Catholic Register – The day I met the Pope
Showcasing the world at Brescia’s Cultural Festival
News Release January 25, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, ON – On Thursday, January 26th, Brescia’s St. James Auditorium will be transformed into a world stage of song, dance, ethnic food, poetry and a fashion show of cultural attire in celebration of the 11th annual Cultural Festival. “Brescia’s Cultural Festival is a wonderful opportunity to…