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Management & Organizational Studies student Emma Ouellette is pursuing her passions at Western, and connecting with the community of supports available to help her think even bigger about the future. With entrepreneurship programming open to all students, she is applying her learning directly to her family’s farm— diversifying products, modernizing operations and exploring new ways to provide safe, healthy products for all.
Emma is among the thousands of students at Western using their unique talents to pursue meaningful change in the world, today.
Emma plans to use the business skills she's gaining at Western to build a "bigger and better" family farm. Through the Founders Program, she was connected with Joe Dales of RHA Ventures, who has decades of experience in the agriculture industry, including co-founding Farms.com Ltd.
At Western, you can tailor your experience with experiential learning. No matter your program, you'll have opportunities to prepare for your future. Through opportunities in five key areas, education abroad, entrepreneurship, project based learning, research, work integrated learning, experiential learning allows you to apply your knowledge, develop new skills and gain hands-on experience that sets you apart.
No matter your program, you'll have access to entrepreneurship support. Got a bold idea? Make it a reality with funding and mentorship from Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship, powered by Ivey Business School. Not sure yet? With workshops, networking and for-credit courses, we'll support you to become an innovative thinker who can create solutions and identify unique opportunities.
Discover EntrepreneurshipOur welcoming campus makes it easy for you to find fellow students who share your goals and passions. With hundreds of clubs, teams and recreational opportunities to choose from, you’ll meet people from across Canada and around the world, and create bonds that last a lifetime.
We are committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging, ensuring all students feel comfortable, welcome and cared for. Building a connected community and engaging in student leadership roles is how students like Emma thrive both in and out of the classroom.
