Recent Brock graduate Sierra Witte (BRLS ’24) spoke to YourTV Niagara about being surprised by a group of retirement home residents at her Convocation.In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed social media influencers, the role of municipal Chief Administrative Officers, potential neurotoxins in Lake Erie algae, when youth should be sentenced as adults in legal proceedings, how public spaces can better reflect nature and the Bank of Canada’s most recent interest rate cut. Highlights from Brock’s 116th Convocation and recognition of a global award given to a student leader were also featured in the news media.
The Demetra effect: Understanding how some fashion videos are actually ads: Associate Professor of Communication, Popular Culture and Film Karen Louise Smith spoke to CBC Kids about TikTok influencer Demetra Dias and the impact of her content on children.
Busload of seniors surprises Brock grad: Brock University graduate Sierra Witte (BRLS ’24) spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB and YourTV Niagara about finding a crowd of residents from Elgin Falls Retirement Community ready to celebrate her significant achievement on Convocation day.
Sudbury’s search for a senior staffer: Professor Emeritus David Siegel spoke to the CBC about the role of municipal Chief Administrative Officers after the abrupt dismissal of the staffer that previously held the position.
Brock research investigating potential neurotoxin in Lake Erie algae: Assistant Professor of Chemistry Vaughn Mangal spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about whether a type of algae found in Lake Erie is producing methylmercury. Coverage of his research was also featured in Water Canada and Niagara-at-Large.
Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate: Professor of Finance Ernest Biktimirov spoke to CHCH News and Newstalk 610 CKTB about the Bank of Canada’s most recent interest cut and its impact on inflation across the country.
Stakes high in Supreme Court youth sentencing case: Professor of Child and Youth Studies and Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice Voula Marinos spoke to Giant FM about the Supreme Court of Canada’s (SCC) consideration of when youth should be sentenced as adults.
When Golf Courses Go Wild: Associate Professor of Sport Management Brad Millington spoke to The Tyee about reclaiming former golf courses as green spaces.
The 2024 Open Education Awards for Excellence: The Complete Winners List: Brock University Students’ Union Vice-President of University Affairs Carleigh Charlton’s receipt a 2024 Open Education Awards for Excellence Award was featured in the Associated Press.
