Last updated: March 20, 2003 @ 06:56PM
Life at Brock
I. Student Organizations
1. Brock University Students' Union
Administrative Assistant
Tricia McLaren
905-688-5550, extension 3568
Student Centre 313
All registered undergraduate students are members of the Brock University Students' Union (BUSU). Each spring, BUSU holds elections for the position of President, Vice-President of Finance and Administration, Vice-President of Student Services and Vice-President of University Affairs to oversee the day-to-day running of the organization, and report regularly to the Brock University Students' Administrative Council (BUSAC).
Aside from the entire student body through referendum or AGM, BUSAC is the most powerful student collection on campus. BUSAC is comprised of representative students from each faculty as well as representatives from residence, students off-campus, international students and students with diverse abilities. BUSAC is responsible for managing the affairs of the union and implementing policies as well as acting as the voice of all students at Brock University.
Through student fees, BUSU operates a number of businesses and services for students. Businesses include the General Brock and Sophie's convenience stores, Isaac's Bar and Grill, the Central Advertising Bureau and the Brock Press. Services available to students include the Brock Off-Campus Society (BOC), Brock Foot Patrol, Office of the Ombudsman for Students, an emergency food bank and emergency student loan program. BUSU also sponsors, and is the primary organizer for, Orientation week, as well as a number of charity events. BUSU also supports as many as 50 clubs a year, all of which are open to every Brock student. In addition to these services, BUSU has launched the new website http://www.BUSU.net
Log onto http://www.BUSU.net to keep up-to-date with current news around Brock University and to find out more about what BUSU can do for you. The site includes a section for classified ads, a virtual calendar, a used textbook exchange, a chat room, online games, and job opportunities.
2. Office of the Ombudsman for Students
There may be occasions which cause students to feel that they are victims of unfair treatment. For guidance in both academic and personal matters, students can contact the Ombudsman.
For assistance in getting through red tape, injustice, conflict and harassment, although not lawyers, the Office of the Ombudsman for Students has access to expert legal advice, if necessary. It is important that all students become familiar with their academic rights and responsibilities. Read the regulations found later in this calendar. The Office of the Ombudsman for Students is located in the Alumni Students' Centre.
3. The Alumni Students' Centre
This is the eleventh year of operation for the Alumni Students' Centre. This building is a milestone on Brock's history as it is funded and operated solely by students. Some of the services found in the Students' Centre are: the BUSU offices, Isaac's Bar and Grill, Sophie's Variety store, the Central Advertising Bureau, the Brock Press, the BOC Lounge, the Health Plan Office, Pick up/Drop off Pharmacy Service, PBB Travel Agency, OPIRG - Brock, Brock Foot Patrol, Office of the Ombudsman for Students and a photocopy service.
4. Ontario Public Interest Research Group (OPIRG Brock)
OPIRG is a student-directed and funded organization that provides an outlet for Brock students to actively work on a variety of environmental, social injustice and health issues. Through research, education and action, students will gain insight into the interrelationships between different social issues, while improving their skills and providing valuable information in the community.
All students are invited to participate in the activities of OPIRG. Students who do not wish to support the work of OPIRG are encouraged to get a refund of their student fees from the OPIRG office, located in Room 306 of the Students' Centre.
II. Athletics and Recreational Services
Administrative Assistant
Sandra Boone
905-988-5550, extension 3384
Physical Education 215
1. Athletics
Director
Lorne Adams
Physical Education 213
Brock University's Department of Athletics provides students with the opportunity to take part in athletics both as participants and fans. Interuniversity activities are available to all students and cater to those interested in the pursuit of excellence. Each year approximately 560 student-athletes compete on Badger teams. Weekly training and competition provide student-athletes some of the best competitive opportunities in Canada.
It is the mission of the Department to enrich the overall student life experience by providing quality sport programs and leadership in the pursuit of athletic excellence. Interuniversity sport is an experience of a lifetime. Not only will student-athletes earn a degree but they will also develop athletic and life skills that will last forever.
As a member of Ontario University Athletics, women's teams compete with other universities in badminton, basketball, cross country, curling, fencing, figure skating, ice hockey, lacrosse, rowing, rugby, soccer, swimming, volleyball and wrestling. Competition is also offered in field hockey.
Also in the OUA, men's teams compete in badminton, basketball, cross country, curling, fencing, golf, ice hockey, lacrosse, rowing, rugby, soccer, squash, swimming, tennis and wrestling. Competition is also available in baseball, lacrosse and volleyball.
Brock Athletics is a member of the Canadian Interuniversity Athletic Union (CIAU). The CIAU is the governing body for university sport in Canada. Each year 10,000 student-athletes across Canada participate in a competitive schedule of approximately 3000 events starting in September and continuing to March.
The Athletic Therapy Clinic provides prompt sport medicine services to interuniversity athletes, full-time students, high performance athletes, high school athletes and staff. The clinic staff has a wealth of experience to draw from various major international competitions.
2. Campus Recreation
Director
Karen McAllister-Kenny
Physical Education 214
It is customary for Recreation Services to first highlight the many programs that we provide to Brock Students. However 2002 is special in that it marks the opening of our new Recreational facilities that we now feel are now among the best in Canada.
Facilities
Our new Student /Community Health and Fitness Centre will add 4 gymnasia, an indoor 200 metre running track, a climbing wall, a health club, 2 studios (multipurpose and already in use), a food court, and a two level student lounge to existing facilities. Existing facilities include a 50 metre, 8 laned Olympic sized swimming pool, dry saunas, a whirlpool, two gymnasia, squash and racquetball courts, an indoor training centre for rowing complete with a rowing tank for up to 8 rowers, rowing ergometers, and a weight training area.
Four outdoor all-weather tennis courts and numerous fields compliment the indoor facilities.
Recreation services offers a wide range of competitive and instructional activities for all levels of ability.
The aim of our programs is to provide varied opportunities for physical activity through access to competitive leagues, recreational leagues and instructional programs that can enrich student life.
Aquatics
Over 64,000 people used the Brock pool this past year. Aquatics provides students, and community alike, with many opportunities including adult learn to swim levels, scuba, snorkeling, diving and lifeguarding related courses. Swim teams for all ages and skill abilities can be seen practicing in our facility from dawn to dusk.
Specific aquatics needs will be provided upon request through Aquatics staff.
Recreation
For those who prefer not to participate in structured programs, our new facilities provide the opportunity for recreational activities of your choosing
Intramurals
Competition: Team and individual leagues are offered through our Intramural program on a scheduled basis, with officials, league standings and playoffs. Different levels of play are available. Men's, women's and co-ed programs are offered. Leagues include slow pitch, flag football, volleyball, soccer, inner tube water polo, underwater hockey, squash, tennis, badminton and broom ball and more.
Instructional
If you want to be introduced to a new activity or want to improve existing skills, join one of the instructional programs. Non-credit courses are offered in many forms of dance, fitness, racquets, personal training, fencing, climbing, yoga and tai chi. Over 40 different fitness and spinning classes are offered. Certification programs including First Aid, Fitness Leadership, Personal Training, Sports Injury Prevention and Care, National Coaching Certification are available.
As the largest assembly area on campus, the complex is also used for examinations and convocation.
Access
All activity areas within the Physical Education Complex are fully accessible to students with special needs. Program areas are accessible by the elevator from the Welcome desk /main lobby area or directly from the ground entry level.
Employment
Many employment opportunities are available in Facilities, Aquatics, Intramurals, Fitness and Instructional for students.
We look forward to seeing you working out, swimming, taking a course or playing an Intramural sport.
III. Parking Services
Supervisor
Sam Cusick
905-688-5550, extension 4309
Schmon Tower 1220D
At a busy university the demand for parking facilities is great, and Brock is no exception. There are plenty of parking options available at the University. For a detailed list of options, please visit our website at:
http://www.brocku.ca/parking
IV. The Book Store
Director, Bookstore Operations
Trudy Lockyer
Assistant to the Director
Caroline Lidstone
905-688-5550, extension 3237
Thistle South 219
The Book Store, conveniently located in the Thistle Corridor, is the primary source of required textbooks (new and used) and recommended reading materials. It also stocks a wide selection of academic and general books including dictionaries, study and essay writing guides. A special order service is available at any time. The Book Store also stocks stationery, cards, magazines, clothing and memorabilia, computer hardware, software and computing supplies. Help is readily available, on request, for persons with special needs.
Book Store hours: September to June: Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; July and August: Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
V. Alumni Affairs
Director
Christine Jones
Administrative Assistant
Vera Terpak
905-688-5550, extension 3816
Thistle East 265
With your graduation comes a new relationship with the University. You will have joined the more than 39,000 members of Brock's Alumni Association. Full membership privileges (including special membership prices at the Physical Education Complex, the Brock Centre for the Arts and the James A. Gibson Library) are available to anyone who holds a degree or certificate from the University.
As part of a worldwide network, there are many ways to keep in touch with the University and your fellow graduates. The Alumni Affairs office is your main contact. The goal of the Alumni Office is to develop and foster programs that serve Brock graduates. The programs organized by the Alumni Office include Homecoming, affinity programs, networks of graduates across Canada and internationally, reunions, student alumni program and the Brock Ambassadors. The Alumni office also works closely with the volunteer members of the Alumni Association representing the collective interests of Brock's alumni.
Contact is maintained with our growing number of graduates through Surgite magazine, published four times a year. Also, Brock's TeleGrad Office contact all graduates to provide an update on what is happening at Brock and to invite support for the University's annual giving program, capital appeals or surveys. The students are the beneficiaries of the support from Brock's graduates.
VI. Alumni Association
The mission of the Brock University Alumni Association is to foster a spirit of loyalty to the University among the graduates; to support the University by promoting its welfare and advancing its interests and influence; to maintain and promote unity and a spirit of friendship among graduates; to raise funds on behalf of the University; and to maintain a fund or funds and to apply the interest from this for charitable purposes including making awards to individuals or organizations with the University to assist in the promotion of education, arts and recreation; and to develop and maintain strong links to the various bodies within the University, both academic and administrative, to foster a greater understanding of alumni issues and needs.
Each year, the Alumni Association presents a number of awards and scholarships for academic excellence. A $500 Alumni Student Award is given to a third- or fourth-year student who has contributed to the extra-curricular life of the University while maintaining a satisfactory grade. The Badger Award is to honour a graduating student who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities by their involvement in the extra-curricular life of the University, while maintaining an above average academic standing. The Jim Gayman Bursary is presented to an outstanding residence student and the Alumni Award for Excellence in Teaching is presented to an outstanding faculty member. In addition, the Alumni Assocation has established a scholarship to support a student entering the Oenology and Viticulture program.
For information about the Alumni Association, contact the Alumni Office, Thistle 263, (905) 688-5550, extension 3816 or visit the Alumni Association's website at:
http://www.alumniassociation.brocku.ca.
VII. Development Office
Director
Christine Jones
Administrative Assistant
Vera Terpak
905-688-5550, extension 3816
Thistle East 265
The aim of the Development Office is to develop and maintain programs which will attract maximum private sector support to advance the objectives of Brock University. The office is responsible for the co-ordination of all fund-raising activities at Brock.
Gifts can be made to one of three charitable organizations that have been created to serve the needs of Brock University; Brock University (a registered charity), The Brock University Foundation (a Crown foundation), and the Friends of Brock University Inc. (a foundation established to facilitate receiving charitable gifts from U.S. citizens).
Outright gifts of cash, either pledged over time or as a one-time donation, gifts-in-kind such as scientific or office equipment, departmental and library books and journals, and financial support for student awards, are some of the many ways donors support the work of Brock University.
Donations to Brock University are eligible for a charitable receipt for income tax purposes.
Your interest in the University can be perpetuated with a planned gift. A bequest is an example of a planned gift. It is expressed through your will by simply stating that Brock University is to receive a certain sum of money, a specified piece of property (art, books, life insurance, real estate, etc.), a stated percentage, or residual interest in your estate after other obligations have been satisfied. Life insurance, annuities, residual/remainder interest and trusts are some of the other forms of planned gift arrangements available to a donor. These gifts are designed to meet the needs of the donor and Brock University by maximizing the potential of the value of the gift over extended periods of time. Deferred giving allows you the opportunity to provide the financial support for an endowed gift in honour of an individual.
The Development Office also maintains a list of those companies which will match your donation.
In these times of diminished tax based support, the contributions of individuals and organizations have never been more necessary. Donations large and small will make a great difference to the long term stability of Brock. Our donors help us to improve our programs and facilities and greatly assist our ability to continue to attract and keep deserving and excellent students, faculty and staff.
The Development Office welcomes the opportunity to consult with you. The University's Donor Recognition Policy will suitably acknowledge your support.
For further information please write or call:
The Office of External Relations
Brock University
St. Catharines, Ontario
L2S 3A1
905-688-5550, extension 4320
Fax: 905-641-5216
Charitable Business Number R118819531 RR