Do you know an exemplary individual who deserves an honorary degree from Brock? The Governance Committee of Senate is seeking nominations for potential honorary degree recipients. While nominations can be submitted throughout the year, nominations are encouraged now to enable full consideration for convocation in the spring. Who can submit a nomination? Any member of ... Continue reading
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Nominations sought for potential honorary degree recipients
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Brock to launch Indigenous continuing education programming
Professionals, organizations and community members looking to enhance their Indigenous knowledge will soon have new options available through Brock University. On Thursday, Oct. 12, the Hadiyaˀdagénhahs First Nations, Métis and Inuit Student Centre, the Office of the Vice-Provost, Indigenous Engagement, and Brock University Professional and Continuing Studies (PCS) will launch new Indigenous programming ... Continue reading
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Announcing the Advisory Committee on the University Librarian
Following the open call released on August 15, the University has formed an advisory committee under the Policy on the Appointment of Academic Administrators to advise on the appointment of a University Librarian. Nicole Nolan is currently serving in the role on an interim basis. The committee will include: David Sharon, Head, Archives and Special Collections ... Continue reading
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Provost’s report to the 712th 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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Complete the Equity Census
Dear students, staff and faculty members of the Brock University community, Brock University is completing its first Equity Census and we need your participation. The six-question, confidential survey will provide an important snapshot of the socio-demographic makeup of the Brock community. Conducting an Equity Census is just one step towards fulfilling Brock’s commitment to “... Continue reading
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An update on student note-taking via the Glean app
The Provost’s Office and Student Accessibility Services (SAS) have received concerns from instructors and from the Brock University Faculty Association (BUFA) regarding the use of the Glean note-taking web app for students with approved accommodations. We wanted to provide more information about the app, the safeguards in place to ensure appropriate use, and alternatives ... Continue reading
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LMS submission option for the student medical self-declaration form
In February 2022, Brock University Senate approved changes to the Faculty Handbook that removed the requirement for students to present medical notes in certain circumstances. Specifically, the use of the Student Medical Self-Declaration Form removed the requirement for students to present medical notes if they are unwell and unable to complete their academic activities for absences ... Continue reading
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Changes made to enhance faculty and staff safety on campus
Following a hate-motivated attack at the University of Waterloo campus on June 28, Brock has reviewed the level of information it makes available to the public on both the course timetable and the faculty and staff directory. The following changes have been made ahead of the start of the Fall term: Course locations no longer appear ... Continue reading
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Subject matter experts sought for Professional and Continuing Studies programming
Brock University’s Professional and Continuing Studies (PCS) unit is building a roster of qualified professionals to collaborate on non-credit programming and participate in guest speaking opportunities. PCS aims to expand lifelong learning opportunities for students and the community, and is doing so in part by growing the University’s non-credit programming. Expanded programming will ... Continue reading
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New BUFA CA now available online
Please note that the new collective agreement with the Brock University Faculty Association is now available online at the following link. Continue reading