In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the origins of spooky stories, using horror films to study memory, linking to famous authors to justify behaviour, a crisis in funding for sport, Blue Jays fandom, facial recognition technology and the notwithstanding clause. A Brock professor earning recognition for excellence in equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives and the University’s upcoming Fall Preview day were also featured in the media.

Why spooky stories thrill and what they can teach: Associate Professor of English Language and Literature and Dean of Humanities James Allard spoke to CBC morning shows across the province, such as CBC Ottawa Morning, CBC Metro Morning, CBC Radio One Thunder Bay, CBC Radio One Kitchener-Waterloo and CBC Windsor Morning, about the history of Gothic literature. Professor of English Language and Literature Ann Howey spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about historical portrayals of women as villains. Professor of Psychology Karen Campbell spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB and the Niagara-on-the-Lake Local about her research teams’ use of Hitchcock films to study aging and memory. Brock professors also shared their takes on spooky themes in literature in Thorold Today and the Niagara-on-the-Lake Local.

Elon Musk really doesn’t get The Lord of the Rings: Assistant Professor of Game Studies Emma Vossen spoke to Wired about people finding connections within author J.R.R. Tolkien’s work to justify their actions and values.

Why the Canadian sport system is in financial disarray: Professor of Sport Management Julie Stevens spoke to CBC News about the importance of investing in sport and the value that local sport brings to the country.

Blue Jays’ success sparks national pride and shared identity: Associate Professor of Sport Management Olan Scott spoke to CHCH News about the allure of attending a World Series game despite the high ticket prices. Scott; Associate Professor of Communications, Popular Culture and Film Anthony Kinik; Assistant Professor of Sport Management Taylor McKee; Associate Professor of Kinesiology Michael Holmes; and Associate Professor of Marketing Eric Dolansky also spoke about the Blue Jays’ historical playoff run in Barrie Today and Orillia Matters. Second-year Sport Management student Christian Meagher-Sturgeon spoke to CBC Radio about his Jays fandom and the podcast he started about the team.

Crossing the border from Windsor? You’ll soon be photographed when entering and exiting the U.S.: Professor of Psychology Cathy Mondloch spoke to CBC News about the Canada Border Services Agency’s expanded use of facial recognition technology.

Unions in a bind as governments increasingly use arcane pieces of the law to quash strikes: Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke to The Globe and Mail about the Alberta government’s use of the notwithstanding clause.

Hamilton youth, educators and organization recognized for diversity leadership: Associate Professor of Educational Studies Leanne Taylor was featured in the The Hamilton Spectator in recognition of her Senior Leader Diversity Champion award, presented by the EMpower Strategy Group at its annual Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards ceremony.