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Passion for winemaking yields success for Brock grads

Nadia Senchuk (MBA ’07) gets a kick out of telling the origin story of her and her husband Ilya’s (BSc ’03) relationship. They met in the grape-growing capital of Winnipeg, Man., she jokes. The...

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Brock’s Spirit Bear receives traditional regalia

Brock’s Reconciliation Ambearrister, meant to help further efforts of decolonization and reconciliation at the University, has received new traditional regalia as the next step in welcoming the Spirit...

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Canada Games Research Spotlight: Adam Kanar

NOTE: This is the latest in a series of Q&A stories featuring Brock University faculty members who are integrating the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games into their research projects. For more...

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Brock staff member shares experience in Canadian north with Governor General

Though Janet Westbury’s time in Canada’s north was years in the making, she still felt astounded by the scale of her much-anticipated journey. The Experiential Education Co-ordinator in Brock’s Faculty...

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Brock experts say actions must accompany Pope’s expected apology to...

When Pope Francis arrives in Canada Sunday to continue reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, he must deliver more than an apology for the Catholic Church’s role in the residential school system, say...

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Thesis defences July 25 to July 29

The following is a list of thesis defences taking place between Monday, July 25 and Friday, July 29. PhD in Psychology thesis defence Jordan Power, a PhD in Psychology candidate, will defend the thesis...

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Brock Media Clips for Friday, July 22.

Here’s a look at some of the media attention Brock University received recently. Exploring the historic Shickluna Shipyard: Kimberly Monk, Archaeologist and Adjunct Professor with the Brock University...

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New prof’s research takes on video game monsters

Sarah Stang hopes to use her new role as Assistant Professor with Brock University’s Centre for Digital Humanities (CDH) to help equip the next generation of game designers with the knowledge they need...

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Adding femicide to Canada’s Criminal Code first step in long road, says Brock...

Including femicide in the Criminal Code of Canada is a needed move, but one that must be backed by an action plan for change to begin, says Cristina Santos. The Associate Professor in Brock...

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Parking permits on sale for students Tuesday

Parking permits for the upcoming 2022-23 Fall and Winter Terms go on sale for all Brock University students Tuesday, July 26. Beginning at 10 a.m., permits can be purchase online only through the...

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Brock, MTechHub launching manufacturing optimization, data analytics training...

After recently signing a Memorandum of Understanding, Brock University and MTechHub Innovations Inc. are teaming up to help employers boost the skills of their workforce in the area of manufacturing...

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Brock Badgers name new men’s rugby coach

A Brock University alumnus with an extensive high-performance background has been named the next head coach of the Badgers men’s rugby team. The Badgers tabbed Sean Medeiros (BSM ’15, MA ’19) to lead...

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Students to explore space, climate change in new science communication program

A new Brock University program will see students combine their interest in topics such as space exploration, earthquakes, floods and climate change with a passion for storytelling and global...

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Passion project grows into living legacy for longtime Brock student-leader

Christopher Yendt’s roots run deep at Brock University — both figuratively and soon, literally as well. The four-time Brock graduate (BA ’15, BEd ’15, BEd ’20, MEd ’21) and longtime student-leader...

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CCOVI hosts successful instalment of acclaimed international wine symposium

It was well worth the wait. After a two-year delay, Brock University’s Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) welcomed 350 delegates from across the globe to Niagara last week for the...

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CCOVI to offer Ontario’s first micro-credentials in winemaking, cider production

Brock University is launching Ontario’s first winemaking and cider production micro-credentials. Brock’s Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) has received approval from the Ministry...

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What’s open and closed for the Civic Holiday long weekend

Brock University’s administrative offices will be closed for the Civic Holiday weekend from Saturday, July 30 to Monday, Aug. 1. However, some key areas of the University will remain open. The...

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Brock grad student honoured for artistic ecojustice lesson plan

A paintbrush may not be the tool that immediately springs to mind when implementing long-term strategies to mitigate climate change and enhance human health. But paintbrushes and other supplies are...

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Award winner leads students through dance of academic advising

Steve Argiropoulos (BSc ’10, MEd’ 12, MBA ’21) knows a dance that’s unlikely to be in any choreographer’s repertoire. It’s called ‘The Academic Advisor’ and it goes something like this: A student walks...

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Canada Games Research Spotlight: Diane Mack

NOTE: This is the latest in a series of Q&A stories featuring Brock University faculty members who are integrating the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games into their research projects. For more...

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