Congratulations goes out to graduating MACS student Justine McKay who has been accepted to York University’s Sociology PhD program this Fall! Justine will be continuing her studies, using the sociological skills gained through the MACS program. Justine’s research areas of interest include ADHD/mental health, educational inequities, political economy, and understanding their relationship to institutional policies and practices that can support or hinder individuals. Justine hopes to further this research by exploring the evolution of ADHD/mental health in relation to the economic organization of society and the pharmaceutical industry. We wish Justine the best of luck both in her studies and future career endeavors! For more information about the MACS program, please visit here.
News and events
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MACS Co-op Achievement: Tabitha Doney
Congratulations goes out to MACS student Tabitha Doney who has received a full time offer of employment from her second co-op placement! Tabitha will be working with Shared Services Canada (SSC) in Ottawa, in a role that uses the sociological skills gained through the MACS program. Tabitha is working as a Project Officer with the Ontario Regional Wellbeing team, which serves all SSC staff in the Ontario regions. Her role includes research, planning, and the pleasure of working with the SSC regional employees to make the SSC an even better place to work. We wish Tabitha the best of luck in her new position and in her future career endeavors! To learn more about the MA in Critical Sociology Co-op program, please visit here.
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Horizon scholarship recipient aims to be a global scholar doing local good
Adwoa Fosuaa Owusu aspires to “be the change” she wants to see. The Master of Arts student in Critical Sociology began her academic journey in Ghana, but says she chose to come to study at Brock and “in the global community” to obtain skills and knowledge she can use to make an impact in her home country.
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OPINION: Kim de Laat, Alyssa Gerhardt and Andrea Doucet discuss employment policies and fathers’ involvement at home
While the COVID-19 pandemic had many detrimental socio-economic and health impacts, one silver lining has been the influence of remote work on men’s involvement in unpaid work at home.
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Students explore migration themes through international collaboration
While learning about human migration, Brock Sociology and Critical Criminology students recently participated in a collaborative project that saw them connecting with peers across the U.S. border.
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Research highlights challenges faced by young Black mothers
A collaborative Brock University research project is amplifying the voices of young Black mothers in Canada and recommending changes to provide them better support.
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Brock grad thankful for student supports
The journey may have taken longer than expected, but when Karli Woods received her undergraduate degree last week, the taste of success was just as sweet.
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OPINION: Gosine, Ciuffetelli Parker and Gallagher discuss ‘critical’ role of not-for-profit organizations
You’ve likely walked past that non-profit youth centre or literacy program in your neighborhood countless times. You’ve probably never needed to make use of it and never given it a second thought.
But on your next stroll, take a moment to consider the work that organization does, the challenges it faces and the vast benefits it brings to your community.
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How Black history has helped to shape Brock student-athlete’s life
Black history lives with Audrey Ntetani every day of the year, not just during the month of February. The second-year Brock Critical Criminology student-athlete views Black history as a road map to how she can thrive in her life. “Black history taught me many lessons, equipped me with the tools needed to express myself and love myself, and allowed me to live in my truth,” said Ntetani, who plays on the varsity women’s basketball team.
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Museum in the Hallway exhibit explores student life
A collection of images on display for ‘Museum in the Hallway / Boîte-en-valise’ offers a glimpse into the excitement and challenges of student life.
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