Category Archives: News

Brock Grad Helping to Create Holocaust Monument in Welland

Fifth-year Interactive Arts and Science student and Faculty of Humanities Intern Ellen Thornton had the opportunity to interview recent History alumnus Matt Busnello about his upcoming work with the Chabad Jewish Centre of Niagara in Welland. Through his research, Matt … Continue reading

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Welcome Back!

Welcome back to Brock! Welcome! The first few weeks of term are busy, and we know you have a lot of information coming at you. Here are a few links that will help you get your semester started right. Did … Continue reading

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Academic Orientation for New Students

Are you starting at Brock this fall? Don’t forget to register for Academic Orientation on September 4th! You’ll find out all you need to know to get your semester off to a great start. Continue reading

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Visual arts professor among those honored for contributions to the arts

A Brock professor known for his contributions to arts education was honoured for his longstanding efforts at last week’s 2018 St. Catharines Arts Awards. Visual Arts Associate Professor Derek Knight was presented the Arts in Education Award at the June 4 … Continue reading

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English prof appointed new Associate Dean in the Faculty of Humanities

In her new role as Associate Dean, Undergraduate Student Affairs and Curriculum in the Faculty of Humanities, Professor Neta Gordon looks forward to supporting students and programs. “The first-year space is often a difficult one to negotiate, especially for students who are … Continue reading

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English student Rebecca Alcock becomes Brock’s 100,000th grad

English Language and Literature student Rebecca Alcock became Brock’s 100,000th graduate at Spring Convocation on Friday, June 8. Read all about it in the Brock News and see our photos on Facebook!

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Award-winning prof not shy to tackle difficult topics

For Professor Allison Glazebrook, teaching is about creating a dialogue with students. The recipient of this year’s Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching in the Faculty of Humanities believes teaching is about fostering a community of learners who support each … Continue reading

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History prof appointed Interim Director of MIWSFPA

Associate Professor of History Elizabeth Vlossak will be become Interim Director of the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts on July 1 when current Director David Vivian begins a year-long sabbatical. Continue reading

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Collaborative Student Exhibit Opens at the Niagara Artists’ Centre

The current exhibit at the Niagara Artists Centre features a collaboration between local graffiti artist Mat Vizbulis, Brock students in Studies in Arts and Culture and French Studies. Expressions of Today/ Expressions d’aujourd’hui, a bilingual exhibit, is one of the first of its kind in Niagara and displays a variety of alternative art forms. Continue reading

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Brock Talks public lecture series brings scholars and community together

Brock Talks aims to build bridges of understanding between humanities scholars and the local community. Held six times a year at St. Catharines Public Library, the lecture series is designed to encourage the open exchange of ideas and facilitate interaction … Continue reading

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