In recent media appearances, Brock University experts discussed the cost of streaming and attending sporting events, community backlash against data centre development proposals, labour relations in the education sector, the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the state of community sport in Ontario. Also covered by the media were Brock\u2019s 119th Convocation and the annual Experts Tasting hosted by the University\u2019s Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute.<\/p>\n
\u2018I have this thirst for knowledge\u2019: Niagara celebrates Class of 2026 at Brock and Niagara College<\/strong>: Brock University\u2019s 119th Convocation, which took place from June 9 to 12, was covered by the St. Catharines Standard<\/a>,<\/em> Giant FM<\/a> and Thorold Today<\/a>. Tim Johnson spoke with the St. Catharines Standard<\/a><\/em> about receiving an honorary Doctor of Laws during Convocation, and new graduate Robert Tremblay (BA \u201926) spoke with Newstalk 610 CKTB<\/a> about graduating with a degree in Classics and Archaeology after retiring from the Canadian Army.<\/p>\n Want to watch soccer year round? It\u2019ll cost nearly $900:<\/strong> Associate Professor of Sport Management Michael Naraine spoke with the Globe and Mail<\/a> <\/em>about the rising cost of streaming sporting events. He also spoke with CBC Radio One<\/a> about the City of Toronto\u2019s decision to resell FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets for a profit, to CTV News<\/a> about new rules and technology being used at the event, and to the Globe and Mail<\/a>, <\/em>WBFO-FM<\/a>, Buffalo Toronto Public Media<\/a> about the cost of attending the tournament.<\/p>\n What’s behind the growing backlash toward AI data centres?: <\/strong>Professor of Political Science Blayne Haggart spoke with the CBC<\/a> and Newstalk 1010 CFRB<\/a> about community reactions to data centre development plans.<\/p>\n Ontario’s education unions have a united front. With tense talks ahead, will it hold?: <\/strong>Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke with the CBC<\/a> about the relationship between education unions and the provincial government in Ontario. He also spoke with the Brampton Guardian<\/a> about Mississauga warehouse workers becoming the first Walmart employees to unionize in North America.<\/p>\n No water, no shade: Can Toronto fans survive a hot FIFA game day?: <\/strong>Professor of Kinesiology Toby M\u00fcndel spoke with the Toronto Star<\/em><\/a> about how hot weather will impact fans at FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Toronto.<\/p>\n Examining legacy in sport:<\/strong> Assistant Professor of Sport Management Taylor McKee spoke with Canada Talks<\/a> about the scale, history and impact of the FIFA World Cup 2026 as well as the long-term implications of the 2025 sexual assault trial involving former Hockey Canada players.<\/p>\n Brock University leading the charge for Ontario wine education \u2014 and the industry is noticing: <\/strong>The\u00a0annual Experts Tasting\u00a0hosted by Brock\u2019s Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute was discussed in the St. Catharines Standard<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n