In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed giving the Anthropocene another chance at official epoch status, professions of love at the marathon finish line, training future sport leaders to meet industry needs, a new research conference launching at Brock, Niagara’s upcoming grape growing season, the federal election in Canada, the benefits of responsible management and the continued impact of trade tariffs.

Anthropocene Deserves Official Recognition, Some Experts Maintain: Professor of Earth Sciences Francine McCarthy’s research about the case for adding the Anthropocene to the geologic time scale was highlighted in Eos.org.

Men keep proposing to women runners during marathons. It makes some people angry: Associate Professor of Sport Management Michele Donnelly spoke to CBC News about the ongoing trend of men proposing to their partners after races.

How sports administration education is changing the game: Associate Professor of Sport Management Michael Naraine spoke to University Affairs about Brock’s new Master of Sport Management program.

Future Black Leaders Conference: Black Student Success Centre (BSSC) Manager Monique Beauregard and BSSC Peer Assistant Tiffany Muhindi spoke to YourTV Niagara about the centre’s upcoming Future Black Leaders Conference happening at Brock. Coverage was also featured on PelhamToday and the Niagara-on-the-Lake Local.

Unlocking the history in Taylor Swift lyrics: Associate Professor of History Elizabeth Vlossak spoke to Talk AM 640 about the popularity of her new course exploring the historical connections in Taylor Swift’s music. The course was also featured on CTV News.

Niagara grapevines poised for fruitful growing season: Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences and Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute researcher Jim Willwerth (PhD ’11, OEVC ’04) spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about what to expect for the upcoming grape growing season in Niagara. Additional coverage was also featured in Wines in Niagara, Giant FM, Farms.com and The Grower.

Mark Carney to call early election amid tight polls and trade tensions: Associate Professor of Political Science Stefan Dolgert spoke to CHCH News about the key storylines to watch as the federal election campaign unfolds.

Responsible management sparks positive change: Associate Professor of Marketing Todd Green spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about a Goodman School of Business panel discussion on responsible leadership.

Trumps’ tariff threats continue: Professor of Finance Ernest Biktimirov spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about the history and economic impact of tariffs.