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Experience ancient Rome at Brock’s 10th annual Saturnalia

Brock University students are invited to experience a bit of ancient Roman Thursday, Dec. 8 when the Department of Classics and Archaeology holds its 10th annual Saturnalia event. Based on an ancient...

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Conservation authority CAO to talk leading with purpose at WIL event

Chandra Sharma, a local leader in the environmental sector, will share insight into what happens when purpose drives leadership during an upcoming online event. The Chief Administrative...

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Brock faculty honoured for local arts impact

The impact of faculty from Brock’s Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts is being felt in the local community. Amy Friend, Associate Professor and Department of Visual Arts Chair, and...

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Brock marks National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

The Brock community came together Tuesday, Dec. 6 to reflect on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, highlighting the need for continued commitment towards ending...

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Brock gerontology researcher part of team awarded CIHR prize for dementia...

When dementia occurs, so do the many stigmatizing labels that society sometimes uses to describe the person living with this condition. Alisa Grigorovich is passionate about challenging this...

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Brock employees, student receive award recognizing dedication to...

Three Brock University community members were honoured this week for their longstanding contributions to accessibility and inclusion.   At an event Wednesday, Dec. 7 commemorating International Day of...

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Round-the-clock mental health supports available to students during exams

As exam season and its related stresses near, Brock University is reminding students of the many mental health supports available to help them navigate challenging days they may encounter along the...

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Reminder: Masks required during Brock University exams

As Brock students prepare to take on their Fall Term exams, there’s one additional item they should not forget to bring: a mask. Exams are set to begin Friday, Dec. 9, and masks will be required. Masks...

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New SharePoint site provides supports and resources for creating non-credit...

A new SharePoint site has been created to provide support and resources to Faculties, departments, faculty members, librarians and staff who are interested in or are already developing non-credit...

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Education professor honoured for contributions to the field

Professor of Education Nancy Taber was inducted into the International and Continuing Adult Education Hall of Fame (IACEHOF) during the IACEHOF induction ceremony in Cork, Ireland this fall. The Hall...

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Employee Feature — Chantal Cameron

Note: The Brock Employee Feature is a Q&A-style series that aims to highlight those who contribute to the University’s positive working environment and make a difference in the campus community....

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Thesis defences — Dec. 12 to Dec. 16

The following is a list of thesis defences taking place from Monday, Dec. 12 to Friday, Dec. 16. Master of Science in Computer Science thesis defence Andrew Pozzuoli, a Master of Science in Computer...

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Brock Recreation memberships available for growing facilities

Karen McAllister-Kenny says Brock University’s Recreation offerings are bigger and more robust than ever before. The Director of Brock Recreation has witnessed the evolution of those offerings, and the...

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Dramatic Arts symposium aims to better support short-term faculty and...

Short-term faculty and teaching assistants are a vital part of university communities; however, due to the limited nature of their contracts, it can at times be difficult for the departments they work...

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Reminder: Staff service awards, employee recognition event happening next week

Brock University staff, faculty and librarians will be recognized Tuesday, Dec. 13 at an annual gathering celebrating the long-standing commitment and ongoing contributions of employees.  Set to take...

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Mo-mentous fundraising campaign for Brock men’s rugby team

Their faces raised awareness and their actions raised money for an important cause close to their hearts. The Brock men’s rugby team raised more than $10,000 — crushing their initial $2,500 goal — for...

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National video, photo contests calling on students to share research stories

Brock students have a chance to share their research on a national scale through three upcoming competitions. Two of Brock’s major funders — the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of...

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New Brock program to give boost to early-stage entrepreneurs

A new Brock University program will put budding business ideas to the test, with the goal of setting new entrepreneurs up for success. Welcoming its first cohort in January, NAVIGATE is designed to...

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Rebecca Raby appointed Interim Associate Dean of Social Sciences

Professor Rebecca Raby, in the Department of Child and Youth Studies, has been appointed as Interim Associate Dean, Undergraduate Studies in the Faculty of Social Sciences, effective Jan. 1. The...

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Exceptional employees, longstanding service honoured at Brock President’s...

The outstanding efforts of Brock University staff, faculty and librarians were recognized at a reception Tuesday, Dec. 13. Hundreds of employees gathered in Market Hall for the annual President’s...

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