In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the U.S. presidential election and other elections around the world, the impact of COVID-19 on the travel and tourism industry, incivility in Ontario classrooms, how ergonomics practices can make workplaces safer, what to expect as Taylor Swift finishes her Eras Tour in Canada and research on soil health and biodiversity in Ontario vineyards. The Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute’s (CCOVI) recent receipt of a provincial agriculture award and lessons gleaned from the University’s recent Learning Management System transition were also highlighted in the media.

COVID-19’s impact on travel and tourism: Professor of Geography and Tourism Studies Chris Fullerton was featured on the latest episode of Advancements with Ted Danson, speaking about trends in the tourism sector before and after the pandemic.

Rude behaviour spiked in Ontario classrooms after COVID-19: Brock research: Postdoctoral Fellow Natalie Spadafora spoke about incivility in the classroom with CBC, The Toronto Star, the Burlington Gazette, Newstalk 610 CKTB and Thorold Today.

Why so many elections in 2024? Chalk it up to the ‘beauty of math,’ says professor: Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Statistics Pouria Ramazi spoke to the Canadian Press about the mathematical explanation behind the number of elections held this year. It was featured in outlets across the country, such as Global News, CP24 and The Toronto Star.

Brock experts weigh-in on Trump’s election win: Associate Professor of History Tami Friedman spoke to CBC about President-elect Trump’s appeal to working-class and middle-class voters. Associate Professor of Political Science Stefan Dolgert spoke to CHCH News and GiantFM about the road to Trump’s election victory and the global impacts to follow. Associate Professor of Political Science Blayne Haggart spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB and was featured in Thorold Today about the ramifications of Trump’s appointment for Canada. Associate Professor of Political Science Paul Hamilton unpacked the successes and failures of the presidential candidates’ campaigns with Newstalk 610 CKTB.

Championing ergonomics with a vision for safer workplaces: Associate Professor of Kinesiology Michael Holmes spoke to Canadian Occupational Safety about his recent research in ergonomics.

Taylor Swift tour enters its ‘Canadian Era’: Associate Professor of History Elizabeth Vlossak spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about the impact of the tour and its upcoming Canadian stops.

Excellence in Agriculture Award winners lauded at The Royal: CCOVI’s receipt of the provincial 2024 Excellence in Agriculture Award for Research and Innovation Excellence was featured in The Grower and Farms.com.

Sustainable Vineyard Practices Boosted by Native Crops: Professor of Biological Sciences Liette Vasseur’s work on soil health and biodiversity in Ontario vineyards was featured in SmallFarm Canada.

Eight Lessons Learned While Transitioning Learning Management Systems: Assistant Professor of Educational Studies Mohammed Estaiteyeh and the Centre for Pedagogical Innovation’s Matt Clare, Director of Technology Enabled Learning, and Melanie Elliott, Manager, Educational Technologies, discussed Brock’s transition from Sakai to D2L Brightspace in Academica.