In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom, the rise of tick-borne illnesses, job actions involving Air Canada and Canada Post, preparing for back-to-school season, safe sport in Canada and applying nature-based practices in the vineyard.

Canadian universities are adopting AI tools, but concerns about the technology remain: Assistant Professor of Educational Studies Mohammed Estaiteyeh spoke to The Canadian Press about increased artificial intelligence use in the classroom. Coverage of the story was featured in outlets across the country such as BNN Bloomberg, The Toronto Star, CP24, CityNews Toronto, and Academica.

Tick-borne illness spreading in Canada: Professor of Biological Sciences Fiona Hunter spoke to CBC Radio about the rise of the tick-borne bacterium Rocky Mountain spotted fever in Canada.

Air Canada strike ends, Canada Post strike lingers on: Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke to The Toronto Star about the latest counter-offer presented in the ongoing Canada Post labour dispute. He also spoke to CBC News and Travel Week about the federal government issuing a back-to-work order during the Air Canada strike. Associate Professor of Labour Studies Simon Black spoke to CBC Radio and Newstalk 1010 and Associate Professor of Labour Studies Alison Braley-Rattai spoke to The Globe and Mail and CBC Radio about the evolution of the Air Canada strike and broader implications for the labour movement.

Balancing routine with free play is key to acing back-to-school season: Professor of Educational Studies Michael Savage spoke to the Burlington Gazette about incorporating school routines early to set students up for success in September.

Safe sport crisis in Canada: Professor of Sport Management Julie Stevens spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB and Thorold Today about recent updates in the safe sport landscape and her new resource on the topic.

Organic agriculture research flourishing in local vineyards: Professor of Biological Sciences Liette Vasseur’s new research on the use of cover crops to combat the impacts of climate change in the vineyard was highlighted in Farms.com.