In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, using artificial intelligence in schools, broadcasting rights for the National Hockey League, a port workers’ labour dispute, Brock’s 60th anniversary and Homecoming weekend, procrastination in children, how food impacts health, sustainable agriculture, cycling safety in cities, asexuality in relationships and professional development.<\/p>\n
How people who aren’t Indigenous can honour Truth and Reconciliation day: <\/strong>Vice-Provost, Indigenous Engagement Robyn Bourgeois spoke to CBC News<\/a> about how to meaningfully engage in the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. A roundup of Brock\u2019s programming planned for Sept. 30 was also featured in NiagaraThisWeek.com<\/a> and on GiantFM<\/a>.<\/p>\n N.L. is crafting policy to guide AI use in schools. Here’s what an expert says should be in it:<\/strong> Assistant Professor of Educational Studies Rahul Kumar spoke to CBC News<\/a> about Newfoundland’s pursuit of a policy about generative AI in schools.<\/p>\n Legacy, financial opportunity likely motivated Rogers for MLSE takeover: experts: <\/strong>Associate Professor of Sport Management Mike Naraine spoke to the Canadian Press<\/a> about the future of the National Hockey League\u2019s broadcasting rights. The story was picked up by Canadian news outlets including BNN Bloomberg<\/a> and Global TV.<\/a><\/p>\n Business groups ask government for labour changes after B.C. port dispute ‘minefield’:<\/strong> Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke to the Canadian Press about a port workers’ labour dispute in British Columbia. The article was picked up by outlets across Canada including The Vancouver Sun<\/a><\/em> and CBC News<\/a>.<\/p>\n Celebrating Homecoming and Brock\u2019s 60th:<\/strong> In a series of articles in The<\/em> St. Catharines Standard<\/em> commemorating Brock\u2019s 60th anniversary, President and Vice-Chancellor Lesley Rigg spoke about the University\u2019s evolution and impact on the community<\/a>; Head, Special Collections and Archives David Sharron spoke about the role that Niagara women and union workers played in Brock\u2019s development<\/a>; and Interim Vice-President, External Meaghan Rusnell spoke about Brock\u2019s numerous partnerships through memorandums of understandings (MOU)<\/a>. Coverage of Brock\u2019s Homecoming weekend was also featured in the St. Catharines Standard<\/em><\/a>, <\/em>Pelhamtoday.ca<\/a> and YourTv Niagara highlighted Brock\u2019s Skyline celebration<\/a>, Steel Blade Classic<\/a> and Grape Stomp.<\/a><\/p>\n 4 Ways to Help Kids Who Procrastinate: <\/strong>Professor of Psychology Caitlin Mahy spoke to Today\u2019s Parent<\/a> and BC Parents Magazine<\/a> about her research on childhood procrastination.<\/p>\n How food and nutrition effect overall health:<\/strong> Associate Professor of Health Sciences Rebecca MacPherson spoke to the Houston Chronicle<\/a><\/em> about the effects of nutrition on brain health and Assistant Professor of Health Sciences Michele Vine spoke to Giant FM<\/a> about the importance of nutritious school lunches.<\/p>\n Innovative grape and wine industry research in a cool climate region:<\/strong> Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences Jim Willwerth spoke to Open Access Government<\/a> about Brock\u2019s state-of-the-art research farm<\/a> and its role in sustainable agriculture initiatives.<\/p>\n Green light: St. Catharines active transportation master plan for safer streets for all approved<\/strong>: Associate Professor of Recreation and Leisure Studies Erin Sharpe spoke to The St. Catharines Standard<\/em><\/a> about research she did counting modes of transportation \u2014 including cycling \u2014 at seven different locations in St. Catharines.<\/p>\n Labelling Instructions: Why the Rise of Sexual, Romantic and Gender Identities is a Good Thing: <\/strong>Professor of Health Sciences Tony Bogaert spoke to Zoomer Magazine<\/a> about the ways asexual individuals experience relationships.<\/p>\n