Articles tagged with: holidays

  • What’s open and closed during the holidays

    Individuals with card access must enter the University through the doors at Scotiabank Hall near the Tim Hortons in Thistle Complex.


    (From The Brock News, Monday, December 17, 2018 | By: Douglas Hunt)

    University buildings throughout Brock’s main campus, east campus and satellite locations will be locked and closed during the holidays beginning Monday, Dec. 24. Buildings will re-open for regular business hours on Wednesday, Jan. 2.

    Call Campus Security when entering and leaving a building

    Individuals who have card access to a building’s (exterior doors) may enter if they are authorized to do so during the holiday closure. For safety reasons, those entering buildings are asked to contact Campus Security Services at x3200 when entering and exiting the building. Those entering buildings must have their Brock identification with them and be able to produce it if asked.

    In case of fire or other serious emergency, call 911. If there’s a fire, activate the fire alarm by pulling the nearest manual pull station and leave the building. Call Campus Security Services at x3200 to pinpoint the location and facilitate response.

    Building or grounds-related emergency

    If a building or grounds-related emergency, such as broken glass, loss of power or flooding occurs from Monday, Dec. 24 to Tuesday, Jan. 1, employees are asked to call Campus Security Services at x3200.

    Entering a building without card access

    Employees who do not have card access must enter the University through the doors at Scotiabank Hall near the Thistle Tim Hortons (see attached map). Campus Security Services will be stationed inside the Scotiabank Hall doors from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Anyone entering the building will be asked for identification, the reason for their visit and length of their stay.  Employees are asked to call Campus Security Services at x3200 when they leave. If the doors are locked, press emergency phone #67 or call 905-688-5550 x3200 to ask an officer to open the doors.

    Heating setbacks and ventilation reductions will be in effect during the holiday closure.

    Entering a building with card access

    Auto alarm systems are still in effect during the closure, and a code will be required to access select buildings. If employees have not been given an access code, their building/area may be armed.

    Buildings with card access include:

    • 573 Glenridge Ave.
    • Brock Research and Innovation Centre (BRIC)
    • Cairns Family Health and Bioscience Research Complex
    • Central Utilities Building
    • Goodman School of Business
    • Inniskillin Hall (proxy entrance)
    • International Centre
    • Mackenzie Chown Block ‘B’, ‘D’, ‘F’, ‘H’ and ‘J’ entrances
    • Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts
    • Plaza Building
    • Theal House
    • Welch Hall

    Facilities Management contractors

    If contract work is expected during the holiday closure, email Campus Security Services before Wednesday, Dec. 19 with specified times and dates. Brock University identification or contractor identification must be produced.

    Parking

    Free parking will be available in Zone 1 at the main campus from Monday, Dec. 24 to Tuesday, Jan. 1. Parking regulations still apply:

    • No parking in a fire route or in bus stops.
    • Accessible permits must be displayed while parking in accessible spaces.
    • Obstructing roads, laneways or loading/unloading areas is prohibited.
    • Parking on landscaped areas or walkways is prohibited.

    Regular parking operations will resume on Wednesday, Jan. 2. Should there be a snow event, Visitor Lot D will be cleared first and available for parking.

    Food service

    No food service will be available on campus between 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 21 and Tuesday, Jan. 1 (other than vending machines). Several private food outlets will be open on the east side of Glenridge Ave. immediately opposite the main campus.

    Guernsey Market, Hungry Badger and the Tim Hortons in Schmon Tower will re-open on Wednesday, Jan. 2:

    • Guernsey Market: Wednesday, Jan. 2 to Friday, Jan. 4 — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    • Hungry Badger: Wednesday, Jan. 2 to Friday, Jan. 4 — 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    • Tim Hortons, Schmon Tower: Wednesday, Jan. 2 to Friday, Jan. 4 — 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Regular hours of operation return Sunday, Jan. 6, with Guernsey Market open from noon to 9:30 p.m.

    The Brock Research and Innovation Centre

    Saturday, Dec. 22 — 9 a.m. to noon

    Sunday, Dec. 23 to Wednesday, Dec. 26 — CLOSED

    Thursday, Dec. 27 to Friday, Dec. 28 — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Saturday, Dec. 29 — 9 a.m. to noon

    Sunday, Dec. 30 — CLOSED

    Monday, Dec. 31 — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019 — CLOSED

    Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019 — Open for regular hours — 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

    The Cairns Family Health and Bioscience Research Complex

    Access is available to those who have the authority and legitimate reason to enter during the holidays. Auto alarm systems are still in effect during this time, and a code will be required for access. For safety and security reasons, employees must contact Campus Security Services at x3200 to inform them that they are in the building. Personal safety is paramount — Lab activities cannot be conducted alone. Employees must make sure someone knows where they are.

    The Cairns complex will require card access at all times. Temporary access cards will not be issued for the holidays.

    James A. Gibson Library / Matheson Learning Commons

    Monday, Dec. 17 to Wednesday, Dec. 19 — 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 a.m.

    Thursday, Dec. 20 — 7:30 a.m. to  9 p.m.

    Friday, Dec. 21 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Saturday, Dec. 22 to Tuesday, Jan. 1 — CLOSED

    Wednesday, Jan. 2 to Friday, Jan. 4 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Saturday, Jan. 5 to Sunday, Jan. 6 — CLOSED

    Regular hours resume Monday, Jan. 7 — 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

    Map, Data and GIS Library

    Friday, Dec. 21 — 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

    Saturday, Dec. 22 to Tuesday, Jan. 1 — CLOSED

    Wednesday, Jan. 2 to Friday, Jan. 4 — 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

    Regular hours will resume Monday, Jan. 7.

    Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts

    Access to the Marilyn I. Walker School (MIWSFPA) is available to those who are authorized to enter the building during the holidays. All doors to the MIWSFPA will be locked with access to the building via card. Employees are asked to sign in and out with Campus Security Services at the office located in the main lobby. If employees require access to a particular room/area in the building and do not have access, they are asked to call Campus Security Services at x6300 or x3200 for access. For safety and security reasons, employees may be asked to show their Brock ID. If employees require access to the building over the holidays, but do not yet have proxy access to the exterior doors, please contact Campus Security Services at x6300 or x3200.

    Residences

    All Residences (except Brock Suites) will be closed for the Winter Break from Friday, Dec. 21 at noon until Sunday, Jan. 6 at noon.

    For further information and details regarding this closure please refer to the End of Term Notice on the Department of Residences website.

    Walker Sports Complex

    Saturday, Dec. 22 and Sunday, Dec. 23 — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Monday, Dec. 24 to Wednesday, Dec. 26 — CLOSED

    Thursday, Dec. 27 to Monday, Dec. 31 — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019 — CLOSED

    Wednesday, Jan. 2 — Opening at 6:30 a.m.

    From Thursday, Dec. 27 to Monday, Dec. 31. visitors are asked to enter the Walker Sports Complex through the west doors by the tennis courts. Please check pool hours at on the Brock website.

    Custodial Services

    Custodial Services will be provided at the Walker Sports Complex during hours of operation throughout the holiday season.

    Rodman Hall

    Monday, Dec. 24 to Wednesday, Dec. 26 — CLOSED

    Thursday, Dec. 27 to Sunday, Dec. 30 – noon to 5 p.m.

    Monday, Dec. 31 to Tuesday, Jan. 1 – CLOSED

    Brock Safety app 

    Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to download the Brock Safety app from their respective app store. Brock Safety gives all persons at Brock access to campus and local resources 24-7. In addition, the Brock Safety app allows users to:

    • Report emergencies quickly and easily, and receive push notifications for their safety on campus.
    • Access local transit schedules and engage with the University on social media.
    • Contact Campus Security Services via phone or email, as well as report a location, report a problem, and if needed, schedule a Campus Security Services escort, 24-7.

    If employees have further questions regarding this notice after Saturday, Dec. 22, contact Campus Security Services at x3200.

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  • Give back this holiday season through on-campus initiatives

    Second-year Business Administration Co-op student Danielle Hynes places a donated toy under the holiday tree in the Campus Store. Community Care’s Adopt an Angel program is one of many charitable initiatives happening on campus during the holiday season.


    (From The Brock News, Wednesday November 28, 2018)

    As the snow continues to fly and the temperature drops, the Brock community is ramping up opportunities to give back during the holiday season.

    Students, staff and faculty are invited to donate food, clothing, toys, time or money to any of several initiatives on campus.

    Donate Food

    Badgers food drive
    The Brock Badgers are collecting non-perishable food items for Community Care of St. Catharines and Thorold at several upcoming Brock Badgers hockey games at the Seymour-Hannah Sports and Entertainment Centre:

    • Thursday, Nov. 29 — Women’s hockey vs. Guelph at 7:15 p.m.
    • Friday, Nov. 30 — Men’s hockey vs. Guelph at 7:15 p.m.
    • Saturday, Dec. 1 — Women’s hockey vs. Waterloo at 2:15 p.m.

    Student-athletes are encouraged to participate and help spread the word. The athletic team that raises the most food will receive additional Badgers 4 Badgers points.

    Food bins
    Community Care food bins will be located at the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts and Walker Sports Complex Welcome Desk.

    Suggested non-perishable food items include:

    •  peanut butter
    •  canned fish, meat, fruit and vegetables
    •  juice boxes and large juice containers
    •  pudding cups and apple sauce
    •  nut-free granola bars
    •  baby formula and cereal

    Special thanks to Brock Recreation’s intramural sports teams who recently completed a canned food drive for the 28th consecutive year.

    Donate Clothes and Toys

    Warmth tree
    Brock Recreation is collecting new or gently-used mittens, gloves, hats, scarves and socks at a tree located at the Walker Sports Complex Welcome Desk. Donations will be directed to the Salvation Army and Community Care.

    Clothing bins
    The Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts is collecting gently used clothing for St. Andrews Church. Donations can be dropped off at the bin located next to School’s Campus Security office until Friday, Dec. 21.

    Toolbox Project
    The Brock community is being asked to contribute essential ‘tools’ such as toothbrushes, soap, socks, snacks and first-aid items to give to homeless men during the holiday season. The initiative is for Toolbox Project Niagara, a community initiative founded by Brock alumnus James Symons (BRLS ’11). Donations are being accepted until Friday, Dec. 14 at bins located at the Student Life Innovation Commons in Mackenzie Chown A 204 and the Walker Sports Complex Welcome Desk.

    Campus Store tree
    The Brock Campus Store is collecting new, unwrapped toys and stocking stuffers for Community Care’s Adopt an Angel program. Children’s names and ages adorn the trees to help donors chose gifts. Toy and monetary donations will be accepted until Tuesday, Dec. 18. Anyone who donates before Friday, Nov. 30 will receive $5 in Campus Store cash.

    Donate Time

    Holiday parades
    Volunteers are needed to walk with Brock at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Paradeon Sunday, Dec. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. A Brock float featuring a festive holiday scene will be the centrepiece of the University’s efforts and will be surrounded by warmly dressed volunteers at each event. Register to walk on the SignUp.com website.

    Home for the Holidays hosts
    Brock International is looking for Brock faculty and staff interested in hosting international students over the holidays. The time invested can be as little as a couple of hours participating in a winter activity like ice skating or enjoying a festive dinner.

    Prince of Wales Public School Holiday Extravaganza
    Volunteers will visit Prince of Wales Public School for the annual Holiday Extravaganza on Wednesday, Dec. 5, spreading seasonal cheer to about 150 kindergarten to Grade 8 students. The day will include holiday-themed activities, crafts and special guests. Learn more.

    Community partners
    If Brock students, staff or faculty are interested in volunteering with community organizations this holiday season, Kristen Smith, Brock’s Manager, Community Outreach Programs, can help connect them with community partners. For more information, email Smith at ksmith2@brocku.ca or call x3545.

    Donate Money

    Brock University Annual Fund
    Monetary donations to Brock’s Annual Fund will help support students through awards and scholarships, a student emergency fund and investments in learning spaces such as the Goodman School of Business and the Rankin Family Pavilion. Donate online.

    Socks for change
    Monetary donations are being collected for the Socks for Change project, which will donate a new pair of socks to the Toolbox Project for every $2 raised. Socks for Change collection containers (in the shape of mannequin legs) are positioned around campus.

    United Way Niagara
    Brock University’s United Way employee fundraising campaign is still underway, with a goal of raising $145,000 by the end of December. Gifts to United Way will help move people out of poverty, encourage children to reach their full potential and enhance the quality of life for adults living in crisis or with disabilities. Faculty and staff are encouraged to return their pledge forms to Human Resources or donate online.

    If there is a holiday fundraiser, clothing or food drive missing from this Brock News list, email campusnews@brocku.ca  to have it added.

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