
The Brock community will join individuals and organizations across Canada to celebrate International Development Week (IDW), a nationwide Global Affairs Canada initiative recognizing efforts to build a better world together.
Now in its 35th year, IDW focuses efforts to create a more peaceful, prosperous and inclusive world.
Marla Terreberry-Portfilio, Associate Director, International Services with Brock International, says International Development Week, which runs from Sunday, Feb. 2 to Saturday, Feb. 8, is an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to explore the ways the University is contributing to a more sustainable future for all.
“Brock’s commitment to sustainable development and global impact are built into who we are as a university,” she says. “Our IDW events are a great way for the campus community to learn more about how Brock is making a difference and how to get involved.”
The University was listed in the 2022, 2023 and 2024 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings as one of the top post-secondary institutions worldwide for its work toward achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
A highlight of IDW on campus will be a discussion panel moderated by Acting Vice-President, Research Michelle McGinn on the global impact of research at Brock and particularly the work and global partnerships facilitated through the global scholars program. The panel discussion takes place from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4 in RFP 214/215 and online. Registration details are available on ExperienceBU.
Other events taking place throughout the week include:
- A tour of the district energy system and tunnels at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 3.
- A handmade market in the International Centre from 1 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
- A Brock International Model UN drop-in event, co-hosted by Brock Model United Nations and Brock International, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
- An IDW-themed Tuesday Trivia event, co-hosted by Brock International and the Brock University Students’ Union, at Isaac’s from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
- A free winter item and general household item pick-up for students at the Faith and Life Centre in Alphie’s Trough from 1:30 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Registration is required.
- An online travel safety information session for those planning planning research trips, field courses or service learning trips from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6.
- An online discussion about the Canada-Caribbean Institute and Brock’s work in the Caribbean from 3 to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6.
- An online information session for students who are interested in working abroad from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 7.
IDW events are open to all students, staff and faculty. A full IDW schedule of events is available on ExperienceBU.