Social Sciences

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  In the News: Voter turnout, acceptance of cannabis use and exercise benefits for ADHD

  Friday, August 28, 2026 | by Melinda Cheevers

  In recent media appearances, Brock University experts discussed the factors that can impact voter turnout, changing public sentiment on cannabis ... Full story
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  Thesis defences — Aug. 31 to Sept. 4

  Friday, August 28, 2026 | by The Brock News

  The following is a list of thesis defences taking place between Monday, Aug. 31 and Friday, Sept. 4. Master of Arts in ... Full story
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  Toronto Maple Leafs tap Brock grad for VP, Research and Development

  Thursday, August 27, 2026 | by Melinda Cheevers

  Brad Rossen (MBE ’16) used to cheer for the Toronto Maple Leafs as a kid. Now, the Brock University graduate is ... Full story
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  How to spot and stop bullying this back-to-school season

  Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | by Amanda Bishop

  A new school year is nearing, and with it comes a timely opportunity for parents and educators to address bullying ... Full story
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  In the News: Hockey Canada accountability, digital detoxes and extreme Niagara weather

  Friday, August 21, 2026 | by Melinda Cheevers

  In recent media appearances, Brock University experts discussed a need for greater transparency from Hockey Canada, the health benefits of ... Full story
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  Thesis defences — Aug. 24 to Aug. 28

  Friday, August 21, 2026 | by The Brock News

  The following is a list of thesis defences taking place between Monday, Aug. 24 and Friday, Aug. 28. Master of ​ Science in ... Full story
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  Brock duo crowned world university rowing champions

  Thursday, August 20, 2026 | by Stephen Leithwood

  Years of work came down to just six minutes and 38 seconds on the water for Brock University rowers Keithan Woodhouse ... Full story
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  20 years of research shows how climate change has vastly impacted Canada’s North

  Monday, August 17, 2026 | by Cathy Majtenyi

  Members of the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation have witnessed many changes unfold across the far reaches of their traditional territory ... Full story
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  In the News: A solar eclipse, the rise of sports access lockers, Hans Island’s whisky war and West Jet’s labour dispute

  Friday, August 14, 2026 | by Melinda Cheevers

  In recent media appearances, Brock University experts discussed the total solar eclipse seen in parts of Europe, free access to ... Full story
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  Opinion: Blayne Haggart and Natasha Tusikov discuss concerns over Big Tech self-regulating under Bill C-34

  Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | by The Brock News

  Blayne Haggart, Professor of Political Science at Brock University, and Natasha Tusikov, Associate Professor of Criminology at York University, co-wrote ... Full story