In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the recent WestJet mechanic and Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) strikes, the history of prohibition, a new mystery novel launch, building meaningful connections during an MBA program, perfectionism in teens, how price discrimination impacts the housing market, broadcasting the National Hockey League draft from Las Vegas, combating heat stress and the appointment of Brock’s new Provost and Vice-President, Academic, Arja Vainio-Mattila.

WestJet mechanics’ surprise strike grounds thousands of flights: Associate Professor of Labour Studies Alison Braley-Rattai spoke to CBC News Network about the WestJet mechanics’ strike.

LCBO strike and Canada’s prohibition era: Professor of Health Sciences Dan Malleck spoke to CBC Radio One about the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) strike and its future role as the province’s alcohol provider. He also spoke to The Cord about Waterloo’s role in Canada’s prohibition era.

Brock prof launches new mystery novel: Professor of Educational Studies Nancy Taber spoke to CBC News about her debut novel, A Sea of Spectres.

How to build meaningful connections inside and outside the classroom: Dean of the Goodman School of Business Barry Wright spoke to Maclean’s about making the most of the experience of completing an MBA program.

School’s out for summer — which can be a challenge for teen perfectionists: Associate Professor of Child and Youth Studies Danielle Sirianni Molnar (BA ’01, MA ’05, PhD ’11) spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about the stress that summer holidays can bring for teen perfectionists. Her work was also featured in Thorold Today and the Niagara-on-the-Lake Local.

Impacts of price discrimination on the housing market: Associate Professor of Marketing Eric Dolansky spoke to National Public Radio about the ethics of price discrimination.

NHL televises player draft in Las Vegas for first time: Associate Professor of Sport Management Michael Naraine spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about the 2024 National Hockey League draft and the decision to hold the televised event in Las Vegas.

Thermoregulation and combating heat stress: Professor of Kinesiology Toby Mündel spoke to Giant FM and YourTV Niagara about his work on thermoregulation and the health impacts of extreme heat.

Brock names new Provost and Vice-President, Academic: Arja Vainio-Mattila spoke to GiantFM about her recent appointment as Brock’s new Provost and Vice-President, Academic.