Resources

  • Academic Policies
    This is the central repository for the formal regulations governing university life. This site is crucial for understanding the official stance on academic requirements, student conduct, and the administrative frameworks that underpin degree programs and institutional governance.
  • Centre for Teaching and Learning
    CTL offers a collection of guides and practical tools designed to help instructors navigate the integration of artificial intelligence within the classroom. It includes strategies for syllabus design, assessment adaptation, and fostering academic integrity in an AI-augmented environment.
  • Domain of AI-Awareness for Education
    Domain of AI-Awareness for Education is an open-access digital textbook that explores the multifaceted impact of generative AI on post-secondary education. It serves as a comprehensive primer for educators and administrators, covering pedagogical shifts, ethical considerations, and the evolving landscape of digital literacy.
  • Provisional Guidance for the use of Generative AI in Graduate Studies
    Specifically tailored for the graduate community, this link details the regulations regarding AI usage in advanced research and theses. It addresses the unique challenges graduate students face, ensuring that innovation in their scholarly work aligns with high standards of intellectual honesty.
  • CyberSmart UWO
    The primary hub for digital safety and cybersecurity education. It features updated alerts on phishing, secure computing practices, and the necessary steps to protect personal and institutional information from evolving digital threats.
  • Western Data Office
    A portal dedicated to the management and governance of institutional data. It highlights how the university collects, protects, and utilizes information to drive research excellence and operational efficiency while maintaining strict privacy protocols.
  • Learning Development & Success
    A student-centered platform focused on academic skill development and learning support. It provides access to workshops, peer mentoring, and personalized strategies designed to help students transition into university life and achieve their educational goals.
  • Research Support
    This resource guides faculty and researchers through the lifecycle of a project, from securing funding to navigating ethics approvals. It provides the necessary infrastructure and administrative assistance to facilitate high-impact research across all disciplines.
  • Guidelines for Zoom AI Companion Use in Meetings
    This technical resource outlines the best practices and institutional policies for using AI-driven features within Zoom. It provides essential clarity on privacy settings, data usage, and how to responsibly leverage automated meeting summaries and transcriptions during virtual sessions.