About Western International

Western International's mission is to direct and support the University's international strategy, while acting as a resource to faculties and departments across the Western community.

We are dedicated to:

  •  fostering international learning opportunities
  •  recruiting and supporting international students
  •  enhancing overall global activity and awareness

Our work is currently focused on the following key areas:

Internationalization at Western adheres to the Internationalization Statement of Principles for Canadian Educational Institutions, as outlined by the Canadian Bureau of International Education (CBIE).

Western International also operates the Dr. David S.H. Chu International Student Centre in the International and Graduate Affairs Building.

Contact Information

Lily Cho headshot

Lily Cho
Vice-Provost & Associate Vice-President (International)

519-661-2111 ext. 85600
vpintl@uwo.ca

International & Exchange Student Centre
519-661-2111 ext. 89309
iesc@uwo.ca
iesc.uwo.ca

International Learning
519-661-2111 ext. 89309
goabroad@uwo.ca
international.uwo.ca/learning

Lise Laporte
Senior Director

519-661-2111 ext. 85469
lise.laporte@uwo.ca

Please note: any office closures or changes to our advising service times can be found on our Service Disruptions page.

General Office:

2nd floor, International and Graduate Affairs Building
Western University
London, ON CANADA
N6A 3K7

Phone: 519-661-2111 ext. 89309

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