What’s Open and When?

Western will continue its vaccination policy for the spring and summer academic terms and it will be reviewed by September 1, 2022.  Masks will continue to be required indoors until at least June 31, 2022. Physical distancing protocols are encouraged throughout campus.

Western Libraries

All Western libraries are open. Masks must be worn at all times. Please note that food is not permitted in the libraries (lidded beverages allowed). 

For a list of hours of operation, visit the Western Libraries website.

Campus Eateries

The following eateries are open throughout the summer months:

  • UCC: Tim Hortons, Subway, Starbucks (Lower)
  • Ivey Eatery
  • Natural Sciences Centre: Einstein's
  • Angry Goose Food Truck (Regular appearances outside Weldon Library)

For hours of operation, please visit: https://eateries.uwo.ca/Home/GetAllEateries or the WesternU app.

Campus Recreation

Masking will be required at all times in the Western Student Recreation Centre. Intramurals and recreational sport clubs have resumed with mandatory masking in place. Varsity athletes will not be required to wear masks while training with the team or during competition.  

Hours of operation for the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC), reservation information, live digital fitness class information, and the start of intramurals and recreation clubs can be found at www.uwo.ca/campusrec.  

Watch for updates to games, spectators/ticket information, schedules and more at www.westernmustangs.ca or @WesternMustangs.  

Health and Wellness

Student Health Care Clinic

Student Health Care is open, however, only those with an in-person appointment scheduled should visit Thames Hall, Room 2170.

Students must pre-book clinic visits by calling 519-661-3030. Patients of the Staff/Faculty Family Practice Clinic must pre-book clinic visits by calling 519-661-2047.

Physicians continue to provide virtual visits via telephone. All visits need to be booked in advance. For up-to-date clinic hours of operation or to book an appointment, visit the Student Health Care website.

Parking

Western’s campus parking fees have been reinstated.

For more information on parking, visit Parking and Visitor Services. 

UCC Locations

University Community Centre (UCC)

  • Tim Hortons – open
  • Starbucks – open
  • Subway – open
  • Mustang Lounge – closed
  • Western Film – closed
  • The Peer Support Centre is taking online appointments

Student Central/Office of the Registrar

Chat Hours

  • Monday to Thursday: 9:00a.m. to 8:00p.m.
  • Friday: 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.
  • Saturday: 10:00a.m. to 1:00p.m.

In-Person Hours 

  • Monday to Friday: 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Book Store & The Tech Hub 

The Book Store at Western remains open for in-store shopping and pick-up with capacity limits and enhanced safety measures. The Campus Computer Store has been rebranded as The Tech Hub and is now located inside The Book Store. Please see STORE HOURS for details.

UCC Health Services

University Pharmacy

Lower level, University Community Centre (UCC)

Regular Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday: 8:30a.m. to 7:00p.m.
  • Friday: 8:30a.m. to 5:30p.m.
  • Saturday: 9:30a.m. to 4:00p.m.
  • Sunday: 11:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Visit the University Pharmacy website for details.

UCC Dental

Lower level, University Community Centre (UCC)

  • By appointment only
  • Monday to Thursday: 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.
  • Friday: 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Visit the UCC dental website for more information. 

Campus Vision

Lower level, University Community Centre (UCC)

  • By appointment only
  • Monday to Friday: 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Visit the Campus Vision website for more information. 

Western Chiropractic

Lower level, University Community Centre (UCC)

  • Monday to Friday: 8:30a.m. to 6:30p.m.
  • Weekends by appointment only

Visit the Western Chiropractic website for more information.

Western Technology Services

Western Technology Services Helpdesk

Assistance is available by phone at 519-661-3800 or by a Jira Service Desk ticket.

Genlabs Hours of Operation

  • Monday to Friday: 8:00a.m. to 10:30p.m. - All Labs
  • Weekends: 8:00a.m. to 10:30p.m. - SSC 1032 & NCB 105

Visit the WTS website for hours and additional information.