Brock University Historical Society

  • History Speaker Series “Winning Women’s Hearts and Minds”

    Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | By

    Join us at our History Speaker Series event “Winning Women’s Hearts and Minds” a book talk by Dr. Diana Cucuz!

    Event Details: 
    Dr. Diana Cucuz, History, Toronto Metropolitan University/Brock University
    When: Thursday, Nov. 14, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
    Where: Sankey Chamber

    Light refreshments will be served, and a discount code for ordering books will be available

    For more information about Dr. Cucuz and her talk, visit here: History Speaker Series: Winning Women’s Hearts and Minds by Dr. Diana Cucuz – ExperienceBU

    Categories: Brock University Historical Society, Faculty, Graduate, News, Undergraduate

  • Reimagining the Historic Welland Canals

    Friday, October 04, 2024 | By

    The Centre for Canadian Studies invites you to attend a guest lecture by Kimberly Monk, celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Welland Canals.

    This November, the Niagara Region commemorates the start of construction on the First Welland Canal, which through its successice enlargements, has connected trade and navigation between Lakes Ontario and Erie for almost 200 years. The three historic Welland Canals opened in 1829, 1845 and 1881, transforming the region’s physical and cultural landscape, and laying the foundations for the Fourth Welland Canal, in 1931, and modern Niagara.

    Since 2018, a team of Brock academics, students, and community volunteers have been documenting the canal’s industrial legacy through historical and archaeological investigations. However, increasing urban development, the effects of flooding, and a lack of protection and governance, have placed canal heritage at risk. As we begin bicentennial celebrations, prioritizing a strategic partnership to support the Welland Canal Cultural Heritage Landscape is a crucial step towards securing time-sensitive funding for a conservation management plan and tourism strategy. A multi-level, multi-sector collaboration will ensure the historic canals and associated archaeological sites are preserved for future generations.

    Join us at Brock University (RFP 214), Thursday October 24th 
    6:30-8:30pm

    Categories: Brock University Historical Society, Faculty, Lectures/Symposiums, News, Outreach, Undergraduate

  • History Department Open House!

    Friday, October 04, 2024 | By

    The Department of History is hosting an Open House to welcome students into the department to meet Faculty, peers, learn more about program offerings and to enjoy some lunch together.

    Join us on Thursday, October 10th at 12:00 – 2:00 pm. 

    For more information, e-mail: mvanatte@brocu.ca

    Categories: Brock University Historical Society, News, Outreach, Undergraduate

  • History Students Honoured at Spring Convocation

    Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | By

    Convocation week did not disappoint! One of our undergraduate students, Miria Pelletier (BA History ’24 and BEd ’24) was honoured with the Spirit of Brock Medal for her work with the Brock University Historical Society and several public history projects, including the legacy of the Garden City Arena in St. Catharines as part of Brock’s Sport Oral History Archive. Bravo, Miria!

    A big round of congratulations goes out to our MA students, Cindy Allingham, Jingxiong (Bear) Lyu, and Alaric Mustoe. We are thrilled to see you complete this final step of your Master’s journey and wish you all the best in your future endeavours!

    Brock University Board of Trustees member Kevin Magee (BA ’14), left, presented Miria Pelletier (BA ’24, BEd ’24) with the Spirit of Brock medal Thursday, June 13 during the University’s 115th Convocation.

    Alaric Mustoe (MA ’24) receives his hood from Department Chair Olatunji Ojo.

    Bear Lyu (MA ’24) and Department Chair Olatunji Ojo at spring convocation.

    Cindy Allingham (MA ’24, far right) looks on her fellow graduand (Madelyn Huston, MA ’24, Classical Studies)

     

    Categories: Brock University Historical Society, Convocation, Graduate, Undergraduate

  • Volume 9 of the General Launch Party, History Awards

    Monday, April 22, 2024 | By

    A double-duty event on Tuesday, April 10th celebrated the launch of the latest edition of The General alongside this year’s History Student Awards. Congratulations to everyone!

    Read more about it in the Brock News.

    The General Contributors (L to R): Robyn Weishar, Jenna Boucher (front), Alex Vastano (back), Alyssa Haines, Kait Grech, Lily Wolkoff, Jasmine Buchaly, Joey Sanders, Andrew Laliberte, Bronte Slote.  

    The Department of History Award Winners (L to R): Ethan Moncion (Lillie A Traver Scholarship, Frank and Amy Wills Memorial Award), Andrew Laliberte (2022-2023 John and Barbara McEwan Prize in British History), Kait Grech (2023-2024 John and Barbara McEwan Prize in British History), Jasmine Buchaly (Department of History Second Year Book Prize), Nick Kester (Donald Goodspeed Book Prize), Colin Nielsen (Professor Frederick C Drake Scholarship), Nicholas Frado (Department of History Third Year Book Prize), Tylaan Kalemba (Department of History First Year Book Prize).

    Categories: Brock University Historical Society, Student Achievements, The General, Undergraduate

  • Brock Historical Society to host upcoming events

    Friday, November 17, 2023 | By

    The Brock Historical Society (BUHS) is hosting two student-oriented events in November.

    Movie Night

    On Thursday, November 23, BUHS is partnering with the English Students’ Association to host a movie night at the Foundry Lofts Theatre. The movie (TBA) will start at 8:30.

    Exam Preparation Workshop

    On Wednesday, November 29, BUHS is holding an exam preparation workshop from 5-6pm in GLNA 164.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Categories: Brock University Historical Society, Undergraduate

  • Brock University Historical Society is Seeking New Members

    Thursday, September 07, 2023 | By

    The Brock University Historical Society (BUHS) is seeking applications for the following positions:

    • First Year Representative
    • Second Year Representative
    • Social Media Team Member
    • Events Manager

    BUHS is an undergraduate students’ society at Brock University closely affiliated with the department of History. The purpose of the Brock University Historical Society is to promote student interest and engagement in the study of history and its affiliation with the local Brock community.

    The Society organizes academic and social events, giving students an opportunity to develop connections with faculty and those in history-related fields. The core mandate of the society is to develop opportunities for students interested in history to get to know each other, succeed academically, organize volunteer opportunities and gain valuable experiences.

    Please see their linktree for the application form and for more information about the BUHS in general.

    Categories: Brock University Historical Society, Undergraduate

  • The General (Vol 8) is now available

    Saturday, April 22, 2023 | By

    Congratulations to the Brock University Historical Society on the publication of the 2023 edition of The General! 

    The General is an undergraduate history journal published by the Brock University Historical Society. Its goal is to highlight undergraduate students’ academic achievements and celebrate their passion for history. The 2023 edition of The General features sixteen historical essays. They cover a range of diverse topics including the Norse presence in North America, the Black Death, the history of chocolate, and the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.

    Read more about it in the BrockNews!

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