Articles by author: Evelyn Smith

  • Trio of exhibits celebrate Isaac Brock and his namesake University’s 60th anniversary

    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.

    Action figure of Isaac Brock

    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.

    1968 Time Magazine ad for Brock University

    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)!

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  • Brock Library Now and Then

    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.

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  • Olympic & Paralympic Games 2024

    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.

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  • Career Opportunity, Library Leadership Team

    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:

    • Collections Services, such as collection development, acquisitions, content management.
    • Archives & Special Collections, such as print and digital preservation, collection development & acquisitions, relationship management.
    • Research Lifecycle, such as scholarly communications, research metrics, persistent identifiers, data management, and digital scholarship.

    Learn more about the role, qualifications, etc. and apply by August 26, 2024 at 12:01 am.

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  • Disability Pride Month

    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.”

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  • Career Opportunity in Library Collections Services

    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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  • Indigenous History Month at the Library

    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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  • Happy Pride Month

    We’re celebrating 2S&LGBTQ+ Pride month by:

    • sharing a curated selection of books – including non-fiction and novels – and films which take an intersectional approach to examining 2S&LGBTQ+ life and issues such as race, disability, class and politics. The collection includes e-books you can read right away, print titles you can borrow from the library, and streaming videos,
    • showcasing a related collection fiction and non-fiction from our Badger Books, and
    • providing Pride-themed colouring sheets – stop by and grab some from the Ask Us desk.

    Happy Pride Brock U.

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  • Exhibit: The Mother of all Game Jams

    At the end of February, the Department of Digital Humanities hosted “The Mother of All Game Jams,” a two-day game design workshop open to both community members as well as Brock students, staff, and faculty where participants were asked to design games on the theme of motherhood, mothering, and maternal identity. Organized by Dr. Sarah Stang, and facilitated by the Library’s Makerspace, this event was designed to push back against the idea that moms don’t play or make games and to explore what it means to be a mother through game design.

    On May 11 – Mother’s Day weekend – the games will be showcased at the St. Catharines Public Library in a drop-in, family friendly event held in the Mills Room from 10am-4pm. Come check them out!

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  • Exam encouragement exhibit

    This month, the Learning Commons display cases feature a little bit of encouragement to all those writing exams and completing final assignments.

    The Library offers group, quiet and silent spaces for student work. We host de-stress events during the exam period, and have curated an array of relaxation links in a newly updated library guide. Visit the display today to learn more or, check out the full slate of relaxation activities and our Exam De-stress Guide.

    To all writing and marking exams this month, we wish you success.

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