Celebrate our founding in 1878! Wherever you are in the world you can take part as we commemorate Western’s history. See what’s happening on campus, virtually and around the world.
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Founded on March 7, 1878 by Bishop Isaac Hellmuth (1817–1901) of the Anglican Diocese of Huron, ‘The Western University of London Ontario’ opened its doors to students for the first time in 1881 with four faculties – Arts, Divinity, Law and Medicine. Learn more about Western’s history.