Huron University
Higher EducationOntario, Canada201-500 Employees
Huron University is a higher education institution based in London, Ontario, founded as the founding college of Western University in 1863. It operates as a post-secondary college aligned with Western’s main campus, offering a Liberal Arts-focused experience that emphasizes ethical leadership and community engagement alongside academic achievement. The school maintains a relatively small, professor-to-student environment intended to support personalized learning and active citizenship, while providing access to a broad range of clubs and activities through its affiliation with Western. Its programs attract students who value an elite yet accessible education that emphasizes preparing leaders with heart from diverse backgrounds. Huron supports experiential opportunities such as international exchanges, internships, and undergraduate research through its Centre for Undergraduate Research, and it has established partnerships and programs with notable institutions, including a collaboration with Harvard Business School’s HBX program. Recent governance and program developments include new appointments to its Board of Governors and the launch of a Wellness Program, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance student support and institutional leadership.