In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the historical capabilities of watermills, artificial intelligence (AI) use in the classroom, youth violence, female leadership styles in the National Football League (NFL), potential proof of ancient life on Mars, executive compensation in the southern U.S. and new tools for youth counselling. Brock’s expanded nursing program and beloved University Homecoming traditions, including Grape Stomp and the Steel Blade Classic, were also featured in the media.

Fact File: Bay of Fundy ‘tide-millers’ little more than a tall tale: Associate Professor of History Daniel Samson spoke to the Canadian Press about the historical use of tide mills in Nova Scotia’s Bay of Fundy. Coverage of the story was featured in outlets across the country such as The Toronto Star, CityNews Halifax and the Winnipeg Free Press.

Professors experiment as AI becomes part of student life: Assistant Professor of Educational Studies Rahul Kumar spoke to The Globe and Mail about the role that educators can play in guiding students in responsible AI use.

Youth violence and the Criminal Justice Act: Professor of Child and Youth Studies Voula Marinos spoke to CBC’s Hanomansing Tonight about a recent rash of crimes committed by youth in Toronto.

Colts CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon is going viral. But is it her headset, or that she’s a woman?: Associate Professor of Sport Management Michele Donnelly spoke to CBC News and CBC Radio about the leadership style of the Indianapolis Colts’ head executive.

Honey, come meet the new neighbours…on Mars: Professor of Earth Sciences Mariek Schmidt spoke to the Big Story podcast about her newly published research on a potential biosignature found on Mars. Coverage of the research was also featured on CTV News, West Central Online and Niagara-at-Large.

‘Bible Belt’ flips script on women CEO pay: Professor of Accounting Samir Trabelsi and Maryam Vashahi’s (MSc ’23) research on executive compensation in the U.S. was featured in Inc. Magazine and the Burlington Gazette.

Brock University bumps up nursing intake as ONA warns of critical shortage: Dean of Applied Health Sciences Nota Klentrou spoke to The St.Catharines Standard about the expansion of the University’s nursing program. Sam Oosterhoff, Member of Provincial Parliament for Niagara West, also spoke about the program’s expansion on Newstalk 610 CKTB.

Mayor, experts and residents condemn ‘hate rally’: Associate Professor of Political Science Pascal Lupien spoke to Pelham Today and the Penticton Herald about the rise of far-right movements.

Virtual reality a ‘safe space’ for youth counselling: Assistant Professor of Applied Disability Studies Nicole Luke spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about her partnership with Pathstone Mental Health to study applications for virtual reality in cognitive behavioural therapy.

Brock’s beloved Homecoming traditions: Executive Director, Sports and Recreation Melissa Krist spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about the the highly anticipated Steel Blade Classic. New Student Experience Co-ordinator Nicole Finstad spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about the University’s beloved Grape Stomp tradition. Other coverage of Homecoming events was featured on CHCH News, The Niagara Independent, Giant FM and in Pelham Today.