Brock community mourns passing of Val Fleming
The Brock community is saddened by the loss of Val Fleming (BA ’72; LLD ’10), a long-time supporter of the University who passed away Wednesday, Nov. 16 at the age of 94. Fleming received a Bachelor...
View ArticleGraduate research projects awarded $785,000 in federal funding
A group of 18 Brock graduate researchers have received $785,000 in federal funding through competitions organized by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). Research projects with...
View ArticleThesis defences Nov. 28 to Dec. 2
The following is a list of thesis defences taking place between Monday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Dec. 2. Master of Science in Chemistry thesis defence Dinmukhamed Shakhman, a Master of Science in Chemistry...
View ArticleLast chance to purchase tickets for United Way trivia night
The deadline to purchase tickets to Brock University’s 11th annual Trivia Night for United Way has been extended to Sunday, Dec. 4. The event is set to take place Wednesday, Dec. 7 from 6 to 10 p.m. at...
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OPINION: Jordan House discusses prison labour in Canada
This article written by Jordan House, Assistant Professor of Labour Studies Brock University, was originally published in The Conversation. The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) recently ended its...
View ArticleGrad student focuses on reducing bullying through research
After experiencing the Canadian education system from the perspective of a parent and a teacher, master’s student Perla Matusof (BA ’22) knew there was an opportunity to improve how schools approach...
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Distinguished grad helps next generation thrive through sport
Scott McRoberts (BSM ’02) is passionate about sport. Early in life, he learned the many opportunities sport can offer and became committed to making sport programs accessible for all. “I believe sport...
View ArticleGrant Dobson Case Competition highlights community connections
Fishing and (scavenger) hunting for Gen Z customer loyalty through community connections were among the themes of the pitches at this year’s Grant Dobson Case Competition. In person for the first time...
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GALLERY: Goodman celebrates past, present and future during 10th anniversary...
There was no doubting who was in the house at the Goodman School of Business atrium Wednesday, Nov. 23. As guests celebrated the 10th anniversary of Goodman becoming a named business school, Business...
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Don’t get caught in a phishing scam
Thousands of phishing emails are received daily by the Brock University community. One of the best ways to protect oneself against cyberattacks is to learn to recognize fraudulent emails and texts....
View ArticleBrock LINC Holiday Market to showcase community creations
There will be no shortage of festive cheer during the first-ever Brock LINC Holiday Market. Students, employees and campus visitors are invited to visit the market Wednesday, Nov. 30 and Thursday, Dec....
View ArticleBrock University receives post-doc Banting and student Vanier awards
The teen years are a time when being accepted by peers is very important, which may result in more risk-taking and giving into peer pressure. How do shy youth navigate opportunities for risk-taking...
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Brock named one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers for fifth time
Brock University has been recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers for 2023. The annual competition, now in its 16th year, is organized by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. The...
View ArticleOPINION: Tony Volk discusses bullying
Tony Volk, Professor of Child and Youth Studies at Brock University, had a piece recently published in the Hamilton Spectator about bullying. He writes: “Will we ever be able to stop bullying? I’m not...
View ArticleMuseum in the Hallway exhibit explores student life
A collection of images on display for ‘Museum in the Hallway / Boîte-en-valise’ offers a glimpse into the excitement and challenges of student life. Organized by Brock University’s Centre for Studies...
View ArticleFaculty information sessions being held for prospective graduate students
Students interested in pursing graduate studies at Brock are invited to attend one of several upcoming Faculty information sessions starting next week. With more than 50 graduate program options...
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OPINION: Danielle S. Molnar, Dawn Zinga and Melissa Blackburn discuss teen...
This article, written by Danielle S. Molnar, Associate Professor of Child and Youth Studies at Brock University; Dawn Zinga, Professor of Child and Youth Studies at Brock University; and Melissa...
View ArticleBrock Geology Club hunts for meteorite samples
A meteoroid came blazing to Earth on Saturday, Nov. 19, launching an ongoing hunt by Brock’s Geology Club for fragments, known as meteorites, in the Niagara region. In collaboration with Earth Sciences...
View ArticleBrock research seeks participants to test online questionnaire for tracking...
A new Brock study will allow parents to monitor their child’s progression through early developmental stages with only the touch of a button. Professor Maurice Feldman in the Departments of Applied...
View ArticleBrock-led research team studies international policy to preserve marine...
The stakes are high, and the time is tight. The recent United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 27) put the spotlight on a wide range of environmental targets and timelines for the world to...
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