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Brock maintains A High credit rating, trends upward

Despite another challenging year for the post-secondary sector, Brock University has improved its trends rating and retained its A High credit rating from the Dominion Bond Rating Service (DBRS)...

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Brock’s Zone Fitness Centre receives national recognition

Brock University’s Zone Fitness Centre has won a national award for excellence. The 15,500-square-foot facility was recently named the winner of the 2022 National Intramural-Recreational Sports...

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Following the war on social media? Brock expert advises caution

With videos about the supposed killing of Ukrainian soldiers at Snake Island, a young girl standing up to Russian tanks, and a jet on fire going viral on social media, it’s hard to know what to believe...

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Brock, YWCA working together to improve the lives of Niagara women and families

After years of collaboration, Brock University and the YWCA Niagara Region are moving forward with a common goal: empowering local women and improving the lives of their families. The two organizations...

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Brock Media Clips for Monday, March 7

Here’s a look at some of the media attention Brock University received recently. Brock experts discuss various aspects of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: Associate Professor of History Gregor Kranjc...

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Campus Security looking for witnesses of on-campus crosswalk incident

Brock’s Campus Security Services is looking to speak with witnesses who may have seen a vehicle strike a pedestrian at the crosswalk in front of Welch Hall just before 8 a.m. on Friday, March 4. The...

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Seminar to detail how Mitacs can support research, innovation collaborations

Launching a research or innovation project can require a wealth of resources from external support outside the academic realm. It can be challenging to source the right team and supports necessary for...

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Brock launches second round of Indigenous Research Grant

Brock’s Office of Research Services is now accepting applications for the second round of the University’s Indigenous Research Grant. Launched last year, the grant provides up to $7,500 for two years...

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Brock experts weigh in on impact of Vladimir Putin’s personality on war

To what extent is the war against Ukraine a reflection of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s personality? A great deal, say Brock University experts Michael Ashton and Tony Volk. “The war is a really...

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Brock women researchers share perceptions for International Women’s Day

When Brock University faculty member Shawna Chen first began her career as a business researcher, she wanted her work to empower women. As the Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship in Brock’s Goodman...

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Talk to focus on AI governance of automated decisions

Automated decision-making that utilizes data and algorithms can be a useful tool for both governments and businesses. On Friday, March 11, international scholar Marijn Janssen will discuss how this...

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Brock faculty encouraged to write for The Conversation Canada

With articles by Brock University researchers and scholars garnering more than 3.1 million reads in The Conversation Canada, a recent workshop aimed to encourage new and returning contributors to the...

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Two-day student summit to explore ‘human side’ of leadership

Brock students have the opportunity to explore the concept of leadership alongside their peers later this week. The virtual Brock Student Leadership Summit will focus on the theme of “Leaders who...

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Ukrainian Brock student says country united as war unfolds

Nestor Voronych may be 7,000 kilometres away from his family in Ukraine, but he’s with them and all Ukrainians in spirit. The first-year Brock University Computer Science student moved to Canada in...

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How Ukraine’s small missiles help defend against a bigger invader

When Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told the world last month, “I need ammunition, not a ride,” the ammo he especially wanted was anti-tank and anti-aircraft missiles. Since then, countries...

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FACULTY FOCUS: How a journey around the world led Tom Farrell to Brock

Note: Faculty Focus is a monthly series that highlights faculty whose compelling passions, innovative ideas and various areas of expertise help weave together the fabric of Brock University’s vibrant...

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Virtual event to highlight Ukrainian relief organizations

As scenes of devastation from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine fill newsfeeds, many people are wondering what they can do to help. In response to this sentiment, Brock’s Student Life and Success team is...

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Student research explores sport in the Middle Ages

From falconry and football to ice skating and tennis, students in Brock’s Medieval and Renaissance Studies have been exploring the history of sport. They’ve taken what they’ve learned and are now...

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Strengthening our safe work and learning environment — A letter from Interim...

Dear students, staff, faculty members and librarians, At Brock, we can be proud of the diversity of our University community, and of the welcoming home that our campuses provide to individuals from a...

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Companies operating in Russia feel the heat to get out, say Brock experts

For companies continuing to do business in Russia, Joachim Scholz offers a key insight: proactive is better than reactive. “Don’t drag your feet,” says the Brock Assistant Professor of Augmented...

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