Brock Media Clips for Friday, Dec. 6

Here’s a look at some of the media attention Brock University received recently.

Cannabis research is alive and well as Alberta, Ontario universities push ahead with studies: Articles in The Growth Op and Niagara Now, as well as a report on CHCH, discussed Brock becoming one of the first Canadian Universities to obtain a cannabis-related research and development licence from Health Canada. The University’s initial cannabis research project will be led by Biochemistry Professor Debbie Inglis and Adjunct Professor of Biological Sciences Sudarsana Poojari and will examine plant stress.

Brock University seeks partner to help transform Rodman Hall: A call from Brock University and Rodman Hall Arts Centre Inc. for a partner to help preserve Rodman Hall’s character while also making the property economically viable was featured in a St. Catharines Standard article and included quotes from Brock’s Provost and Vice-President, Academic Greg Finn.

Call to arms: The push for food-delivery unions: Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke to Food Service and Hospitality about the ability of delivery companies, such as UberEats and Foodora, to pay their workers more.

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