In recent media appearances, Brock University experts discussed the total solar eclipse seen in parts of Europe, free access to sports equipment, Hockey Canada suspensions, the cultural significance of whisky in Canada and an analysis of the media coverage of West Jet’s recent labour dispute.

Also covered in the media was Brock research focused on using interRAI assessments to improve hospital discharge for older adults and exploring why people with MS suffer more in heat.

‘A very special occurrence’:  Professor of Earth Sciences Mariek Schmidt spoke with CTV News about the recent total solar eclipse visible in parts of Europe and its significance.

Sports access lockers begin popping up across Golden Horseshoe: Assistant Professor of Sport Management Taylor McKee gave CHCH News insight into the impact free access to sports equipment can have on children. He also spoke with Canada Talks about Hockey Canada suspensions for select 2018 World Junior players.

The whisky war over Hans Island: Professor of Health Sciences Dan Malleck discussed the cultural significance of whisky in Canada with the . This article was also featured in Vancouver Sun, MSN and Yahoo! News Canada.

Passenger complaints centred in West Jet coverage: Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke with The Maple for its analysis of media coverage on the recent West Jet strike.

Using interRAI assessments in discharge decisions: Assistant Professor of Health Sciences Luke Turcotte’s research into harnessing interRAI assessments to improve hospital discharge planning for frail older adults was covered by Noah News, Education News Canada and Medical Buyer.

Research to explore the ‘why’ behind MS heat sensitivity: PhD in Applied Health Sciences student Georgia Charachousou’s study examining why people with multiple sclerosis suffer more in hot temperatures was featured in Education News Canada.