Articles by author: Sarah Ackles

In the news: WNBA players score slam-dunk deal, city council changes and preserving history through art

Friday, March 20, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed a historic deal for players in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), ... Full story
Co-op students celebrated for outstanding workplace contributions

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

When Lauren Fleming arrived at Brock University, she worried that juggling a demanding courseload and full slate of extracurriculars while ... Full story
In the News: Skipping sleep, virtual dance spaces and AI in the workplace

Friday, March 13, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the impacts of falling behind on sleep, a new online space for hospitalized ... Full story
In the News: Supporting hospitalized children, Middle East conflict and post-secondary funding support

Friday, March 06, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed a virtual dance space for children undergoing hospital care, the conflict in Iran, ... Full story
In the News: Snow shovelling safety, post-Olympic futures and potential Niagara governance changes

Friday, February 27, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed staying safe while shovelling snow, the future of post-Olympic sport in Canada, calls ... Full story
In the News: Heat in the workplace, post-Olympic glory and icy spectacles

Friday, February 20, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed heat stress at work, the benefits of heat therapy, the rise of a ... Full story
EDI Changemaker driven to create spaces for celebrating culture

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

This article is part of a series celebrating students, staff, faculty or alumni who demonstrate a commitment to advancing equity, ... Full story
In the News: Olympic hits and misses, Dry January and cool climate wine characteristics

Friday, February 06, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the headlines surrounding the 2026 Winter Olympics, the effectiveness of Dry January, attributes of ... Full story
Beyond Heated Rivalry: Brock researcher examines queer sport organizations as playbooks for social change

Thursday, February 05, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

Heated Rivalry’s celebration of queer joy and representation quickly turned the Canadian streaming show into a global sensation, spurring ... Full story
In the news: Staying safe in the cold, virtual canine companions and frosty Niagara Falls

Friday, January 30, 2026 | by Sarah Ackles

In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed staying safe in cold weather, online therapy dogs, how extreme cold impacts Niagara ... Full story