On September 30, we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities.
Learn more about the impact of residential schools by exploring our virtual book display, a mixture of print titles, ebooks, and streaming video.
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Brock University Library invites applications for the full-time, permanent position of Teaching & Learning Librarian, Math & Science and Applied Health Sciences.
The successful candidate will join the Library’s highly collaborative Teaching & Learning department. Reporting to the Head, Teaching and Learning, this position will support the teaching & learning mission of the Library alongside a team of four other librarians. The Teaching & Learning Librarian, Mathematics & Science and Applied Health Sciences collaboratively develops tools, processes, and resources that support the department’s strategic goals, including curriculum integration. The successful candidate will lead the department’s instruction and course support within the Faculties of Mathematics & Science and Applied Health Sciences.
Learn more about this role, and apply by Monday, October 7, 2024 at 12:01 am
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In celebration of Brock University’s 60th anniversary, Brock University Archives & Special Collections have installed three new exhibits focusing on Major General Sir Isaac Brock and graphical representations of the University.
At the east entrance of the James A. Gibson Library, view the collection of archival treasures depicting Sir Isaac Brock over the centuries. As no one really knows what the ‘Hero of Upper Canada’ looked like, seeing how artists have portrayed him over time is always interesting. From paintings to Pokémon, you can find Isaac almost everywhere.
The Major-General Isaac Brock action figure. Created by the Canadian Legends company, the collector’s item is one of several unique pieces on display.
On display inside the Matheson Learning Commons and at the Thistle entrance, visitors can learn how Brock University has promoted itself graphically from 1964 to the present. From the most successful campaigns to the least, each exhibit represents a specific time in the University’s history as well as art styles and ideas.
A young man in suit and tie strides into a bright future with the Schmon Tower in the background. This advertisement from Time Magazine appeared in the November 8, 1968 issue of Time Canada with the compliments of the publisher.
Enjoy these exhibits throughout September (and Surgité)!
As part of Brock University’s 60th anniversary celebrations, we present Brock Library Now and Then, a treasure trove of photos showing the development of the Brock University Library and the generations of students who studied here.
Reminisce in-person by scanning the QR codes located on posters in the Matheson Learning Commons (main floor or the Library), Floor 5, and in the Map, Data, & GIS Library. For those unable to visit in person, navigate to Brock Library Now and Then exhibit online.
Most of the images are from the University photo collection held in the Archives and Special Collections. We thank Archives staff for their contributions to this exhibit, and invite you to delve further into Brock University history and lore at the Pop-Up Archives event during this year’s very special Homecoming Skyline Celebration.
As thousands of athletes gather to compete in Paris this week, Brock Library presents an extra thematic collection this month: 2024 Olympics. Featuring print and e-book titles as well as Olympic and sport-related films, the collection takes an inter-disciplinary approach to the world-wide sporting extravaganza.
Of note: The Olympic Sports Economy and Circus Maximus consider the economic impacts of mega sporting events on host countries.
Individual athletes are profiled in titles such as Playing the Long Game by Canadian soccer star Christine Sinclair, and The Greatest Athlete (You’ve Never Heard of): Canada’s First Olympic Gold Medalist, George Washington Orton.
The 2024 Olympics featured collection is accompanied by a display of Olympic trivia and posters at the Thistle entrance to the Learning Commons.
Browse, borrow and enjoy in between catching your favourite events.
Brock University Library invites applications for the full-time, permanent position of Associate University Librarian (AUL), Research.
As a member of a collaborative senior library leadership team, the AUL Research will work closely with the University Librarian, other colleagues in the Library, and the wider university community to provide creative leadership in the development and implementation of the Library’s strategic priorities and objectives.
Direct reports currently include the heads of the Collections Services, Archives & Special Collections, and the Research Lifecyle departments. The portfolio of this AUL includes leadership in the strategic development and delivery of the Library’s services advancing research at Brock including:
Learn more about the role, qualifications, etc. and apply by August 26, 2024 at 12:01 am.
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July is Disability Pride Month.
Take some time to explore this collection of titles in the fields of Mad Studies and Critical Disability Studies. Both fields have been instrumental in advancing the voices and knowledges of Mad and disabled persons to enact transformative change.
“Disability is not only an identity, but also a community with a diverse culture all their own to be proud of and celebrated. Disability culture is about visibility and self-value. Disability Pride Month is a time for recognizing these facts and listening to people with disabilities.”
Brock University Library invites applications for the full-time, permanent position of Collections Librarian.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing collection management strategies related to various resource formats including print, ebooks, streaming media, databases, and journals for the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences and the Faculty of Math & Science. They will assist in collection analysis and assessment and, alongside the Library’s other Collections Librarians, will develop a coordinated approach to collection development.
Learn more about this role, and apply by July 16, 2024 at 12:01 am
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In June, we commemorate National Indigenous History Month to recognize the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. We invite you to browse our newly updated Indigenous Reads collection of print and ebooks. Recent additions include:
A sub-collection of streaming videos features several genres including science fiction, documentary, and drama.
Indigenous Peoples Awareness Week (IPAW), hosted by Hadiya’dagénhahs First Nations, Métis and Inuit Student Centre, celebrates Indigenous Peoples through four days of workshops and educational activities. IPAW runs from Monday, June 17 until Thursday, June 20 and is open to everyone, including those in the Brock and wider community. More information about the IPAW schedule and how to register will be posted on The Brock News as it becomes available.
The University will also host the Indigenous Leader Speaker Series on Wednesday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m.
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We’re celebrating 2S&LGBTQ+ Pride month by:
Happy Pride Brock U.
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