With Niagara now in the Red (Control) category of the province’s COVID-19 response framework, Brock University will move into Stage 2 (Red/Control) of its own framework as of 12:01 a.m. Monday, March 8. Ontario uses a region’s COVID infection rate to set its classification, which dictates the level of restrictions to be imposed. Red ... Continue reading
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Brock moving to Stage 2 of its re-opening framework on March 8
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Planning continues for Brock to host COVID-19 vaccination site
Niagara’s mayors, in partnership with Regional Chair Jim Bradley, have announced the planned locations for the upcoming community COVID-19 mass vaccination clinics. Included on the list released Thursday, March 4 is Brock University, which is working with the Region and Public Health on plans to host a clinic for St. Catharines and Thorold in the ... Continue reading
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Brock plans return to on-campus experience in Fall Term
Please note the following Brock News item from February 26, 2021 outlining continuing preparations for the Fall 2021 term. _______________________ Brock is known across Canada for its scenic campus and unparalleled student experience. It’s what makes the University such a great place to learn, teach and work, and it’s part of the reason Brock is ranked so ... Continue reading
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Appointment of Professor Suzanne Curtin as Dean, FGS and Vice-Provost, Graduate Studies
I am pleased to announce that Professor Suzanne Curtin has been appointed Vice-Provost, Graduate Studies, in addition to her existing title as Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies. While this does not change Professor Curtin’s duties and responsibilities or the term of her appointment, it is an important change that demonstrates Brock’s ... Continue reading
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Message in support of the REDress project
This item reproduces a letter from the Provost published in The Brock News on Wednesday, February 24. ______________________________ Earlier this month, a remarkable series of events, including a poignant installation of red dresses across the Brock campus, was organized and led by a committed group of Brock students, faculty, staff and community members. The annual weeklong display ... Continue reading
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Provost’s report to the 687th meeting of Senate
It is customary for the the Provost & Vice-President, Academic to provide a report to each meeting of Senate outlining plans, priorities, issues and other news. As these reports are already public through the University Secretariat Office, they will also be shared regularly through this memorandum page. Note that appendices to the report can be ... Continue reading
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Faculty focus groups for Brock brand renewal project
Brock University has undertaken a cross-campus initiative to renew its brand and positioning. A brand steering committee has begun its work. The committee includes representatives of each Faculty and also student, staff and volunteer members from across the University. As part of this project, a series of focus groups will be facilitated to allow members ... Continue reading
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ORS launches new Indigenous Research Grant
The Office of Research Services (ORS) has launched a new fund, the Indigenous Research Grant (IRG), which is funded by the Office of the Vice-President, Research. The grant, valued up to $7,500 per proposal, enables Brock researchers, scholars, postdocs and those holding limited-term appointments to undertake research or creative activities in any discipline and on any ... Continue reading
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Free webinar: ‘Building Better Research: Research through Community Partnerships’
On Tuesday, January 26 from 12-1, the Office of Research Services, the University Library and the Government and Community Relations Office will be hosting a free webinar for Brock faculty members, librarians and staff on conducting research through community partnerships. Research and knowledge mobilization are an integral part of Brock’s community engagement strategy. Brock’s ... Continue reading
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Brock plans recovery from COVID-19 with progressive return to campus
The past few months have been challenging for Brock University students, staff and faculty. The evolution of the pandemic has required everyone to adjust to ever-changing circumstances, shifting plans on short notice to respect public health guidelines. The University recognizes the toll the current environment is taking on all members of its community and would ... Continue reading