In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed sports betting and the knock-on effects of recognition for athletes, the likelihood of Canada securing a Eurovision bid, changing attitudes towards those who use drugs, the benefits of kindness for young people and rising food insecurity rates in Niagara. Hilary Pearson being re-elected by Brock’s Senate for a third term as Chancellor of the University was also highlighted in the media.

Call to Hall can score major windfall for hockey’s best: Associate Professor of Sport Management Michael Naraine spoke to BNN Bloomberg about the impact that induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame brings to players post-playing career. He also spoke to CBC Radio One about celebrity endorsements in gambling and to News Talk 980 CKNW about recent sports betting scandals in professional baseball.

Canada’s federal budget included a line about Eurovision. Here’s what we know: Adjunct Professor of Theatre Praxis Karen Fricker spoke to the The National Post, Global News and CBC Radio One about the history of Eurovision and Canada’s potential place in its future.

Harm reduction must come at the societal level: Assistant Professor of Psychology Scott Neufeld spoke to Global News about the problematic ways that stigmas about drug users can be embedded into policies and organizational structures.

Brock researcher highlights emotional benefits of kindness: Sandra Bosacki, Director of Brock’s Theory of Mind in Education (ToME) Lab, spoke to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Local about the positive benefits of being kind.

Food bank visits in NOTL more than doubled past few years: Brock study: Adjunct Professor of Political Science Joanne Heritz spoke to the St. Catharines Standard, The Hamilton Spectator and Pelham Today about the dire need for action on food insecurity and housing issues in Ontario.

Hilary Pearson re-elected for third term as Brock University Chancellor: The Chancellor’s recent re-election by Brock’s Senate was featured on Giant FM and the Niagara-on-the-Lake Local.