Annual Impact 2025

In This Issue

Western’s donors make a profound difference in the lives of others and contribute to making the world better. The 2025 edition of Annual Impact shares a few of our success stories — all made possible by the collective contributions of the Western community.

Annual Impact Sep 15, 2025 February 16 @ 5:59 am

Made for each other

When ALS struck her husband, alum Heather Rea-Macaulay became an advocate, fundraiser and compassionate caregiver.

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Annual Impact Aug 15, 2025 February 16 @ 5:59 am

Finding purpose through real-world experience

Noel Ongpauco wants to help others through legal advocacy.

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Annual Impact Jul 15, 2025 February 16 @ 5:59 am

From straight Fs to success

It was almost too late, but Western student Aaron Beier turned his life around when it counted most and went from failure to flourishing.

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Annual Impact Apr 15, 2025 February 16 @ 5:59 am

The most pleasant surprise

Western student Ivy Luo felt a huge sense of relief when she received donor support

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Annual Impact Nov 5, 2024 February 16 @ 5:59 am

Experience at the HIV Legal Network

Nadia Fyfe found mentorship, opportunity and ‘invaluable feedback’ in summer placement through the SA1L program.

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Annual Impact May 1, 2024 February 16 @ 5:59 am

Western researchers’ breakthrough paves way for ALS cure

Fueled by a $10-million gift from the Temerty Foundation, a possible new ALS treatment could move to clinical trials within five years.

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