In recent media appearances, Brock University experts discussed the dismissal of conduct complaints against the former Saint John, N.B., police chief, the “sportification of politics” on YouTube and the historical accuracy of films set in Ancient Rome.

Also covered in the media this week were the launch of Brock’s first-ever Indigenous Strategic Plan and Fall Convocation.

Dismissed conduct complaints against ex-Saint John police chief won’t be reviewed: Assistant Professor of Political Science Danielle McNabb spoke to CBC News about the dismissal of New Brunswick police officers’ conduct complaints against the former Saint John police chief. Her comments were also shared on Radio One and MSN Canada. McNabb’s research on how Canadian courts handle police misconduct was featured in Health Medicine Network.

YouTube influencers are cashing in on Alberta separatism: Assistant Professor of Sport Management Taylor McKee spoke with The Walrus about YouTube content on Alberta separatism aimed at pushing viewers into rage, grief or fear.

Brock launches first Indigenous Strategic Plan: Interim Vice-Provost of Indigenous Engagement Sheila Cote-Meek was included in YourTV Niagara’s Niagara Matters coverage about the launch of Brock’s first Indigenous Strategic Plan.

Mary Jo Haddad honoured at Fall Convocation: Brock’s 120th Convocation, where former Sick Kids President and CEO Mary Jo Haddad received an honorary doctorate, was covered on Giant FM and in the NOTL Local.

Ancient Rome movies praised for historical accuracy by experts: Associate Professor of Classics and Archaeology Katharine T. von Stackelberg was included in Movieweb.com’s look at historical accuracy in films like Spartacus.