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Dean Dr. Marilyn Rose Assistant to the Dean Cathy Ugulini 905-688-5550, Ext. 5152 MacKenzie Chown D Block 255 The Dean, Faculty of Graduate Studies oversees all of the graduate programs at Brock University. The Dean works with the Faculty of Graduate Studies, the Graduate Council (which consists of representatives of each of the graduate programs at Brock), and the Senate Committee on Graduate Studies in developing procedures and policies to support graduate students in their academic work at the university. The Dean also works with the Graduate Students Association, particularly with respect to developing opportunities for the professional development of graduate students at Brock as they prepare for the next phase of their academic or professional careers. The Dean, Faculty of Graduate Studies serves as a strong advocate for Graduate Studies supporting the development of productive graduate studies policies, developing a strong resource base for graduate education, and working to increase awareness of the excellence and accomplishments of Brock's graduate students as they undertake their research. As well, the Dean is responsible for encouraging the development of new graduate programs and the strengthening of existing programming at this university. The Dean works closely with the Ontario Council of Graduate Studies (OCGS), which is responsible for ensuring the quality of graduate education in Ontario through a stringent process of approvals and reappraisals that are undertaken on a periodic basis. The Dean, Faculty of Graduate Studies provides leadership and direction to all units collaborating on graduate education at Brock, and is available to meet with students to discuss their concerns at any time. Appointments may be made through the Faculty of Graduate Studies. |
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Director Gail Pepper Associate Director Charlotte Sheridan Administrative Assistant, Graduate Studies Heather McGuiness 905-688-5550, extension 4490 MacKenzie Chown D Block 250 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Closed: 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. The Faculty of Graduate Studies strives to provide a high level of quality services that support the recruitment, admission, enrolment, progression and graduation of Brock graduate students. We serve as the principal custodian of confidential student application and enrolment data. Our office has contact with students from the point of inquiry through to graduation. Our knowledgeable staff is here to provide students with information on graduate programs, application procedures, graduate student funding, scholarship and awards, registration, grades, appeals and graduation eligibility. The Faculty of Graduate Studies offers a welcome and orientation day for new graduate students and informative workshops throughout the academic year. Visit the website at http://www.brocku.ca/gradstudies for all ongoing information. |
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Associate Vice-President, Student Services Kim Meade Assistant to the Associate Vice-President, Student Services Rose DeLazzer 905-688-5550, extension 3418 Schmon Tower 401 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. The Associate Vice-President (Student Services) has two central mandates. The first mandate is the development, enhancement and integration of student services, policies and programs to support a high quality student life at Brock, and improve students' success in their academic experiences. The second mandate is the development and implementation of enrolment management policy and programs to build an entering class with excellent and diverse backgrounds through recruitment initiatives, and retain students through the completion of their degrees, by implementing advising and support services to increase student success. Students are encouraged to engage in and support student affairs on campus through participation in volunteer activities, paid work placements and committee involvement. |
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Advisor Sean Hoogterp 905-688-5550, extension 4273 Mackenzie Chown C302 Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m http://www.brocku.ca/sdc/aboriginal Our goal is to help Native, Inuit, and Metis students make a smooth transition to life at Brock. We offer services in a culturally sensitive manner and encourage students to maintain or even increase their cultural identity while in the university setting. Services include:
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Learning Skills Instructor Jill Brindle 905-688-5550, extension 3114 Schmon Tower 400 http://www.brocku.ca/sdc/learning Learning Skills Services helps you as a Brock student improve your academic success at university. Assistance is available to help you with any study or writing issues that arise while you are a student at Brock. These issues may range from the challenges of transition from high school to university, to preparing for upper-year exams or writing your honours thesis. Learning Skills Services will help you develop the study strategies you need to reach your full learning potential. A variety of workshops are available throughout the year. Workshops will address your study skills needs in areas such as: managing your time, taking notes, reading, writing university essays, preparing for exams and more. Collaborate with a group of your new Brock friends: any group of five students can "order a workshop" at a time convenient to them. In addition, Study Write! , our drop-in service, is available to assist you with your studying or learning issues. Check at ST400 or visit online at http://www.brocku.ca/sdc/learning. |
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Manager Les McCurdy-Myers, extension 4123 Appointments, 905-688-5550, extension 4750 Calling from off campus, 905-684-6891 Schmon Tower 400 http://www.brocku.ca/sdc/counselling Personal Counselling Services provides three key areas of service to the Brock community: Group and individual services to students who are experiencing social/personal difficulties while studying at Brock; leadership development; and consulting with students, faculty and staff. Personal Counselling Services assists Brock students with personal concerns in a number of ways. Many students seek help with specific concerns about relationships, self-confidence, weight preoccupation, loneliness, loss, stress management, sexuality, academic difficulties etc. Others ask for our help on less clearly defined issues such as low motivation or a feeling that things just are not right. If something is bothering you, there is someone objective who can help with:
Personal Counselling Services provides leadership development by: Designing and facilitating training workshops for student and staff groups in areas such as basic listening skills, meeting/group skills, stress management and team building; and providing on-going clinical supervision with student groups such as the residence life staff and the financial peer assistants. Offering the Foundations in Leadership practica series. http://www.brocku.ca/sdc/leadership Our Manager acts as a consultant to the Brock University community in a number of areas by: Providing psycho-educational programming on topics such as anger management, grieving and assertiveness. Advising students, faculty and staff who are concerned about the behaviour of someone they know. Assisting with student projects, theses and seminars. Fostering and assisting in the development of self help groups. Acting as liaison with the Residence Life. To meet with a Counsellor/Therapist to see if we can help, just call extension 4750 or drop in to ST400 to set up an appointment. Evening and off-campus appointments can be arranged. Whatever your concern, you do not have to be alone |
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Manager Judith Brooder 905-688-5550, extension 4122 Schmon Tower 400 http://www.brocku.ca/disABILITIES Brock encourages and supports the full participation of students with disabilities in all aspects of campus life. Services for Students with disABILITIES provides accommodations and services for students who require academic support due to the impact of a physical, medical, sensory, mental health or learning disability. All services and accommodations are determined on an individual basis, depending on your documented needs. Services include:
Students are advised to contact the Student Development Centre early in the application process to exchange information about their needs and the services available. This exchange will in no way impact your acceptance at Brock. After being admitted to Brock, you must make an appointment with your case manager to provide appropriate documentation of your needs, preferably before the beginning of term. Your case manager will review your needs and assist in setting up the accommodations and support services you require. |
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University Discipline Officer Vince Wilson 905-688-5550, extension 4041 Schmon Tower 400 http://www.brocku.ca/discipline The University Discipline Officer provides advice and support to students, faculty and staff related to issues of non-academic discipline for students. The University Discipline Officer sits on the Committee on Non-Academic Discipline to advise on policy and procedures, supervises the training, organization and implementation of student peer Discipline Hearing Panels, attends hearings, and relays hearing decisions to individual students, the Associate Vice-President (Students Services), Campus Police and, where appropriate, the BUSU Business Manager, the Director of Residences and others. For more information on Non-Academic Discipline, see the University Calendar (Code of Student Conduct and Appeals in Non-Academic Matters, or see Brock's web site http://www.brocku.ca). |
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Reverend George Addison(Anglican, Presbyterian, United Ecumenical Chaplain) Reverand Br. Raul Masseur(Roman Catholic Ecumenical Chaplain) Reverand Dr. Andre Basson(Christian Reformed Ecumenical Chaplain) 905-688-5550, extension 3977, 4764 or 3134 Decew Residence 216 and 217 |
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Campus Ministries believes that spiritual development is an integral part of the university experience and provides, ecumenical worship, R.C. Sunday Mass, social justice education, solidarity experiences abroad, spiritual direction, academic resources, faith-academic training programs, pastoral counselling, workshops, seminars, extracurricular Theology courses, international academic connections, religious based student clubs, study groups and public lectures. |
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The Rita Welch Meditation Centre located in A302, next to the Senate Chambers, was dedicated April 10, 1996. It was established in memory of Rita Welch, wife of the late Chancellor Robert Welch. The facility is available both for individual meditation and for campus based groups of all faiths who wish to use it for spiritual/religious purposes. For use at a particular time it can be booked through Campus Ministries. The Centre is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and at other times as arranged. During the academic year a monthly schedule of events is posted in the glass case outside the Centre. |
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The Brock Multi-Faith Centre is located on the lower level of Schmon Tower, next to the Tower Cafeteria in the former Trillium Dining Room. It is composed of two rooms.
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Our Career Centre contains a library of resources pertaining to career exploration, job search, employment trends, educational and employment directories, and degree-specific occupational information. Meet our trained Career Assistants who will provide you with practical resources and hands-on assistance with your career planning and job search. |
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Getting a job can be a great way to make some extra cash during the school year and to gain experience in a specific career field. There are a number of job opportunities available: on-campus* and off-campus, full-time and part-time, volunteer, and summer positions. Check out the Career Services website to view current postings! Workshops A variety of workshops are provided to help you get the most out of your job search. Topics include Résumés, Cover Letters, Interview Skills, Building a Portfolio and Job Search. Visit the Career Services web site for the schedule of facilitated workshops or to take and on-line workshop. |
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Our website contains a schedule of events designed to connect you with volunteer and employment opportunities, such as the Career Expo, Summer Job Fair, and more. These fairs are usually all day events, hosted on-campus, allowing students to drop by as they please. |
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We host employers on campus from a variety of sectors throughout the year. These companies conduct information sessions and arrange to interview Brock students who are in their graduating year for positions beginning after graduation. |
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Director of Clinical Services Melodie Shick-Porter Harrison Hall 905-688-5550, extension 3243 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Evening Walk-In Clinic: 5:00 p.m. (space limited) Closed July-August http://www.brocku.ca/healthservices Don't feel you have to wait for a problem to arrive to visit the Student Health Services. A team of nurses and physicians provide comprehensive medical/clinical services as well as health education and counselling. We can help you with a medical problem, provide treatment or a referral, give allergy injections or update your immunization. We provide health education and counselling about many issues including contraception, pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, nutritional or weight concerns, stress or lifestyle issues. OHIP, UHIP or other health insurance is needed in order to be seen by a physician. All visits and treatments are strictly confidential. The health fee paid by all full-time students at registration covers many value added services including the Health Education Program etc. If you have questions or require any additional information about a health issue or specific health concern, feel free to drop in. |
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Director John Kaethler Assistant Director Geeta Powell 905-688-5550, extension 4318 Decew Residence R209 http://www.brocku.ca/international "Every student is an international student", according to John Kaethler, Director of International Services. |
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International students may find it helpful to discuss academic or personal problems with the Director or the Assistant Director. They can offer assistance with such things as immigration, health, banking, accommodation and the completion of various forms, as well as providing liaison with instructors, the University administration and the community at large. It would be useful to see them when you arrive at Brock. |
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The office offers this program to new international students at Brock. Each interested international student is matched with an international or Canadian student who is familiar with Brock and Canada. Peer partners can help international students adjust to life at Brock. |
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International Services assists Canadian students interested in studying or working in other countries. They administer exchange programs to Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, Finland, France, Ghana, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa, Sweden, the United Kingdom, the United States and Uruguay. Students with disabilities are welcome to apply. In conjunction with Campus Ministries, International Services organizes short term summer work and study programs in developing countries. The Office is also responsible for international development activities on campus. |
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Registrar Barb Davis Assistant to the Registrar Linda Rynberk 905-688-5550, extension 3550 Schmon Tower 301 http://www.brocku.ca/registrar Office hours are Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday 9:00 4:30 p.m. Graduate students must request academic transcripts from the Office of the Registrar. |
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Director of Residences James R. Fleming 905-688-5550, extension 3370 e-mail: res@brocku.ca |
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The Brock residence system can accommodate a total of 2,400 students in two basic styles of residences: traditional and townhouses. Students living in the traditional style residences are accommodated in "halls" or "houses" with 40-60 students per hall/house and all use a meal plan in a residence dining hall. Those living in townhouses share a "unit" with two, three or four other students and have the option to do their own cooking. There are four traditional-style residences: DeCew and Lowenberger Residences have accommodations in single and double rooms and a self-contained dining hall; Vallee and Earp Residences are all single rooms and students eat in the same dining hall as DeCew residents. All traditional style residences have common lounges and/or study rooms, as well as laundry facilities. The townhouse style residences combine the independence of townhouse living with the convenience of location and inclusion in residence activities and events. There are two townhouse style residences: the Village and Quarry View. Each unit at the Village Residence accommodates five students (three in single rooms and two share a double room); Quarry View Residence is all single rooms with three and four bedroom units. All residence rooms are furnished with basic necessities and all include phone, internet and cable television connections. Residence life is monitored and facilitated by the Residence Life Staff. The RLS are upper year students who are assigned responsibility for sections (house, hall, court, block) within each residence complex. They are available to answer questions and provide direction. Also, they endeavour to create a sense of community within the residences. All residences provide opportunities for residents to get involved, whether through the Residence Action Councils or volunteering for "crew" or by participating in residence activities and events. |
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Off-Campus Housing Officer Brad Clarke DeCew Residence R207 R207905-688-5550, extension 3721 Off-Campus Housing Services provides information and materials to assist students in their search for accommodations off-campus and make the job of "house hunting" a little easier. The office maintains listings of available rooms, apartments and houses for those looking for accommodations in the local communities. Listings are available on the Web along with a wealth of other information relating to off-campus living. Additionally, if students have questions about the Tenant Protection Act, leases or municipal by-laws, the Off-Campus Housing Officer can help to find the answers and available resources. Off-Campus Housing Services also operates a housing mediation service, providing student tenants, landlords and residents a forum where they can discuss concerns that may arise before a neutral third party. |
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Director Helene Randle 905-688-5550, extensions 3515 and 4433 Day-care Centre The Rosalind Blauer Centre for Child Care offers licensed day care for 50 children daily from three months to kindergarten entry. The centre offers full time enrolment with the possibility of part-time once the child reaches 18 months of age. The program is open to Brock students, staff and faculty of the University and also to the outside community. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Centre is a non-profit charitable organization operated by a volunteer Board of Directors. All the staff are qualified Early Childhood Educators. Subsidy is available through the Region of Niagara for those families who qualify. Please contact the Director to obtain further information regarding enrolment. |
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Manager, Office of Human Rights and Equity Services Lynne Bubic 905-688-5550, extension 4019 Human Rights and Equity Officer Jen McMillen905-688-5550, extension 3338 Information Line: extension 5657 Harassment means engaging in a course of vexacious conduct which is known or ought reasonably to be known as unwelcome. Unwanted attention of a sexual or gender orientated nature is referred to as sexual harassment and may include sexual advances, requests for sexual favours, sexual touching, and suggestive and demeaning remarks. Brock University endeavours at all times to provide a learning and working environment that allows for free and full participation of all members of the community. Harassment undermines these objectives and violates fundamental human rights. Consequently, it is considered by the University to be a serious offence. For more information visit our website. |
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University Librarian Margaret Grove Assistant to the University Librarian Fatima Noorbhai 905-688-5550, extension 3226 Schmon Tower The Library is central to the academic programs of the University. Its function is to provide access to information in a variety of formats, and to provide services that support the effective use of information, in order to support both teaching and research. The University Library system includes the James A. Gibson Library, which is the main research library, and the Map Library. The James A. Gibson Library is housed on eight floors of the Schmon Tower, the focal point of the campus. All students have access to its collections, which contain over 1.5 million items. Individual study space and specialized seating is available for more than 775 users. The Library is open for 90 hours each week, including evenings and weekends. Library hours are extended during exam periods. Detailed information on collections, services and hours can be found in a series of printed guides available on the main floor of the Library. This information is also available on the Library's web site (http://www.brocku.ca/library). |
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Access to the collections is available through the online catalogue, which may be searched from computer workstations on each floor of the Library. Access to library resources is also available throughout the University and from off campus. The library home page (http://www.brocku.ca/library) offers direct access to the online catalogue, a large number of electronic databases, over 12,000 full text electronic journals and a broad range of other subject resources, including specially designed gateways to subject-specific web resources. |
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Librarians and reference assistants staff the Reference Information Desk on the main floor to assist in the use of the collections and other resources. Individual and group library orientation tours are provided at the beginning of term. Library instruction and subject-related seminars designed to teach students about research are scheduled on request. Special services are provided for students who are taking courses at off-campus teaching sites. Details on these services may be obtained from the Reference Information Desk or from the library web pages. A state-of-the-art e-classroom, equipped with 30 tablet PCs, supports teaching and learning with technology. The e-classroom is available to students as a study area when it is not in use for formal instruction. |
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The Library is wheelchair accessible. Specialized equipment for use by students with special needs has been installed in the Library. Access to this equipment must be arranged with the Services for Students with disABILITIES Office in the Student Development Centre (Schmon Tower, fourth floor). Individual closed study carrels and lockers are available in the Library. Applications for their use may be made at the Circulation Desk. A special version of the Brock Library online catalogue with voice-over and large print display capabilities is available at a height-adjustable workstation. The Library can also provide access to books and journal articles on tape. Students with special needs are encouraged to ask library staff for assistance in retrieving library materials or in using equipment. Further information is available at the Reference Information Desk or from Jennifer Thiessen, Librarian for Students with Special Needs, ext. 3573. |
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Debit card photocopy machines are located throughout the Library. One coin-operated machine is available on the main floor. Equipment is available for reading and for making paper copies from microforms (microfilm and microfiche). Printing can be done from all library workstations. Requests for special copying should be directed to staff in Copying and Printing Services. As well, this office offers a large-format printing service for items such as posters or maps. |
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The Library maintains a number of separate collections. The Reserve Collection provides required readings for courses on a short-term loan basis. The Government Documents Collection contains official publications from all levels of government and international organizations and is an important source for information on a wide variety of economic, social and political subjects. The Library is a selective depository for Canadian federal publications and is a full depository for Ontario provincial publications. The Niagara Regional Collection, located in Special Collections, contains materials published about or in the Niagara Region. The Sound and Video Collection contains recordings of music, plays, documentaries and lectures, as well as a collection of instructional and cultural videos. Players for records, compact discs and cassette tapes are provided, plus viewing stations for videos, DVDs and laserdiscs. The Microforms Collection is a major research resource and includes journals (especially extensive runs of major newspapers), books, theses and a complete collection of ERIC reports. The University Map Library contains roughly 73,500 maps and air photos, and offers a growing number of digital resources and services. For more detail, refer to the section on the Map Library. |
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Items not available in the Library's collections may be borrowed from other libraries through the Interlibrary Loan/Document Delivery Service. Students may also visit any other university library in Ontario to use its resources and, while there, may borrow books that normally circulate. However, undergraduate students may not borrow from the University of Toronto or the Ontario College of Art and Design. Books may be returned directly to the library from which they were borrowed, or may be returned via the Circulation Desk at Brock. The Library also takes part in the National Reciprocal Borrowing Agreement. Under this agreement, students may borrow books from university libraries across Canada, with some exceptions. |
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Map Librarian Colleen Beard 905-688-5550, extension 3468 MacKenzie Chown C306 http://www.brocku.ca/maplibrary/ The Map Library is located in the Mackenzie Chown Complex, Room C306. It maintains the cartographic reference collection for the university, including topographic maps, geology maps, maps of around the world, local trails and many other special-purpose maps and atlases. The Map Library holds the most extensive air photo collection of Niagara dating back to 1921 up to the present. It carries an extensive collection of computer readable map data, including large scale topographic, soil, agriculture, census data, outline maps, as well as a selection of electronic atlases. Public workstations are available for accessing digital map products and also supports GIS software (Geographic Information Systems). A detailed description of the collection, an electronic census atlas of Niagara, and digital outline maps are accessible through the web site at http://www.brocku.ca/maplibrary/ A colour Laser printer and a black and white photocopier with enlargement and reduction features are available. The Map Library is wheelchair accessible. Students with special needs who require assistance in retrieving library materials or in using equipment should ask Library staff. The Map Library resources and facilities are available to the general public for reference purposes. Orientation tours are available on request. |
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Manager, St. Catharines Kim Pelchat Faculty of Education 905-688-5550, extension 3357 The Instructional Resource Centre provides specialized library, media and computer services for the Faculty of Education. The IRC curriculum libraries are located on Floor 2 of Robert S. K. Welch Hall (St. Catharines Campus) and in Room 6 at the Hamilton Campus (1842 King Street East, Hamilton). The curriculum libraries offer a variety of curriculum resources to support elementary and secondary teaching as well as a special collection of Master of Education projects and theses. IRC Media Services are located on Floor 2 of Robert S. K. Welch Hall (St. Catharines Campus) and in Room 6 at the Hamilton Campus. Media Services has production areas with laminating presses, lettering systems, digital video editing facilities and other equipment to assist in the production of teaching aids. At the Hamilton Campus, classroom media services are provided by the Library. Two computer laboratories are located at the Hamilton Campus in Room 8 and Room 14. The IRC is wheelchair accessible. Students with special needs are welcome to ask library staff for assistance in retrieving library materials or in using equipment. Although focusing on the specialized needs of the Faculty of Education, all members of the University community may use the IRC's library and media facilities. |
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Administrative Information Systems Director Audrey Fehlow User Services and Academic Support Manager Kevin Dover Research Support and Web Services Manager Andy Morgan Administrative Assistant Barb White 905-688-5550, extension 3479 MacKenzie Chown F314 The University's Computing Centre, which services both the academic and administrative needs of the University, is located in F Block of the Mackenzie Chown Complex. It houses a Unisys Clearpath enterprise server as well as Microsoft and Unix servers to support administrative computing and to support academic teaching and research. All of these machines are networked via the campus-wide fiber-optic backbone which is also connected to the Internet. Computing facilities are available to all faculty, staff and students. Students requiring the use of specific software on the servers are supplied with a user code by their instructor, otherwise general Internet access and e-mail accounts are freely available via an automated system in any of the general computer labs on campus. The University supports scheduled micro-computer labs and general access labs for academic use. The scheduled facilities are located in A203, PLZ309, PLZ310, J201, J202, TA304 and WH205. There is a large Computer Commons that contains micro-computers for general access. All these labs contain application software to support teaching at the university. There are both Windows based PCs and Macintosh computers available. During the Fall and Winter terms, some of the facilities are open from 7:30 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. All computer labs are networked and have Internet access. Each year the technology is reviewed and upgraded as required in order to have the necessary equipment for academic needs. Computer labs have a wheelchair accessible workstation. Information Technology Services also has a Help Desk that is available to all students, faculty and staff. The Help Desk staff assists the university community with hardware and software recommendations, arranges software licenses for faculty and staff, as well as issues pertaining to their computer, general campus computing and printingThe Help Desk is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. We can also be contacted by phone at extension 4357, in person at Mackenzie Chown F314, as well as submitting all IT related questions, concerns and requests to the "ITS Request" link on the ITS website, http://www.brocku.ca/its |
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Director Edward Blasinski Supervisor, Switchboard/Coordinator Patti Froese 905-688-5550, extension 3260 Thistle Complex West Room 235 Telecommunications and Network Services, a division of Information Technology Services, provides multiple services for faculty, staff, and students. Located in the west corridor of the Thistle Complex, the Audio-Visual section supplies classroom computers for teaching purposes. Other equipment available for classroom use includes overheads, flipcharts, slide projectors, video cassette recorders, DVD players, portable sound systems, and video projection units. Equipment requests must be made at least 24 hours or 1 business day in advance and can be scheduled by calling extension 3588 or emailing audiovisual@brocku.ca. Student identification cards are produced during normal working hours. In the case of lost or stolen identification cards, students must pay a $20.00 replacement fee. Students living on campus where swipe cards are required must pay $35.00. The technical support team maintains the telephone and network infrastructure for all of Brock University's academic locations. Additionally, Telecommunications and Network Services ensure telephone, network access, and cable television to all students living in residence. During the academic term, staff may also assist students with configuring their personal computer for network access. The network centre staff is responsible for network operations and resolving any network issues that may arise. Hours of operation during term: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM. (After 4:30 PM, office open when technician is available). Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Telecommunications and Network Services can be contacted by dialing 905-688-5550, extension 3260. The Telecommunications and Network Services website is http://www.brocku.ca/its/cns. |
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