Life at Brock

I. Student Organizations

1. Brock University Students' Union

Administrative Assistant

Sandra Hammond

905-688-5550, extension 3568

Student Centre 313

http://www.busu.net

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. These four executive reports regularly to the Brock University Students' Administrative council (BUSAC).

BUSAC exists to maintain student involvement in the running of the students' union. This administrative council is comprised of representatives from each faculty, as well as representatives from residence, off-campus students, international students and students with diverse abilities.

BUSU operates a number of businesses and services to ensure students a more comfortable and enjoyable experience during their time at Brock. Businesses include the General Brock, Sub Cetera South convenience stores, Isaac's Bar and Grill, Advertising and Design Services (ADS) and the Union Station food court. All revenue generated from student run businesses is channeled back to students. Services available to students include Brock Off-Campus (BOC), Brock First Aid Responders. Brock Foot Patrol, Office of the Ombudsman for Students, an emergency food bank and emergency student loan program. The Brock Press is a campus newspaper, funded by students, run autonomously from the Students' Union.

Check out http://www.busu.net for more information on BUSU businesses, services and other student oriented activities on and off campus. This site offers students opportunities to voice their concerns, get updates on events and issues and more.

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 Students'-Alumni Centre

This is the eleventh year of operation for the Students'-Alumni 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 Student's Centre are: the BUSU Offices, Isaac's Bar and Grill, the Advertising and Design Services, the Brock Press, the Student Lounge, the Health Plan Office, Pick up/Drop off Pharmacy Service, OPIRG ­ Brock, Brock Foot Patrol, Brock First Aid Responders, 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

Director

Dr. Lorne J. Adams

Physical Education 213

Administrative Assistants

Marilou Iusi, Sandie Huffman

905-688-5550, extension 4398

Walker Complex 213C

http://www.brocku.ca/athletics

Brock University's Department of Athletics provides students with the opportunity to take part in athletics both as participants and fans. Inter-university activities are available to all students and cater to those interested in the pursuit of excellence. Each year approximately 500 student-athletes compete on Badger teams. Daily training and weekly 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. Inter-university sport is an experience of a lifetime. Not only will student-athletes earn a degree but they will also develop life skills that will last forever.

As a member of Ontario University Athletics, women's teams compete with other universities in basketball, cross country, curling, fencing, ice hockey, rowing, rugby, soccer, swimming, volleyball and wrestling.

Also in the OUA, men's teams compete in baseball, basketball, cross country, curling, fencing, ice hockey, rowing, rugby, soccer, squash, swimming and wrestling. Competition is also available in lacrosse.

Brock Athletics is a member of the Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS). The CIS 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.

Brock University also has one of the best Athletic Therapy Clinics in Canada and provides sports medicine and athletic therapy services to Interuniversity athletes with sport injuries. The Clinic has three full-time athletic therapists and access to the services of sports medicine specialists and a Pedorthist. In addition, approximately thirty student therapists gain valuable career skills in the field and in the clinic while working with the varsity teams.

III. Recreation Services

Director

Karen McAllister-Kenny

Administrative Assistant

Sandra Boone

905-688-5550, extension 3018

Walker Complex, 214

http://www.brocku.ca/recserve

Facilities

Brock University boasts some of the best facilities in the province for student recreational and athletic use. Facilities available include a 50 m, 8-lane Olympic size pool which includes a whirlpool, dive tower, hydraulic floor and tarzan ropes; the Zone (fitness centre), 3 gymnasia (11,000 sq. ft, 12000 sq. ft, and 22,000 sq. ft), a 200 m indoor run/walk track, squash courts, outdoor tennis courts, dry saunas, an indoor rowing centre, and multiple outdoor fields.

Cost

Brock University students, through fees paid with tuition, have access to use the pool, courts, gyms, fields and track by showing your student ID prior to each use. The Zone, or the weight area in the rowing centre, require the purchase of a membership.

Programs

Intramurals

Competitive and recreational intramural programs are offered in many sports, including slowpitch, flag football, indoor and outdoor soccer, ice and ball hockey, broomball, volleyball, basketball, innertube waterpolo, ultimate Frisbee, badminton, dodgeball, underwater hockey and more. Join over 6500 students who take part in these activities each year.

Instructional Programs

To be introduced to a new activity or to improve existing skills, join a non-credit instructional program. Courses offered include aquatic leadership and learn to swim programs, dance, fitness, fencing, yoga, tai chi, pilates, first aid, personal training, coaching and many more!

Employment

Recreation Services hires over 400 students each year. Check the website for information.

IV. Parking Services

Supervisor

Al Ross

905-688-5550, extension 4309

http://www.brocku.ca/parking

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.

V. The Bookstore and Campus Store

Director

Trudy Lockyer

Finance/Accounting Officer

Janet Jamison

905-688-5550, extension 3237/5583

Plaza Building

http://www.campusstore.brocku.ca

The Book Store/Campus Store, conveniently located in the Plaza Building ground floor (next to the Alumni Student Centre), 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/Campus 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.

Campus Store hours: September to June: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm; July and August: Monday - Friday 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

VI. Office of Alumni Relations

Director

Christine Jones

Administrative Assistant

Vera Terpak

905-688-5550, extension 3816

Thistle East 265

http://www.brocku.ca/alumni

With your graduation comes a new relationship with the University. You will have joined nearly 630,5000 graduates of Brock University. Full membership privileges including free borrowing privileges in the James A. Gibson Library and special membership prices at the Walker Complex, the Brock Centre for the Arts 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. You will want to register with http://www.brockpeople.ca, your on-line connection to other Brock graduates. This community of graduates includes a complete listing of all graduates searchable by name, by faculty, by department or by class. You can use this feature to discover who has already joined the community, to find out where your friends are and what they are doing. You can also update your contact information, post news about yourself, and send messages to fellow graduates. Brockpeople.ca also features many special offers exclusive to Brock graduates and a discussion forum where you can exchange ideas, discuss issues, or engage in conversations with other grads. It's easy to join using your student identification number (your login) and your birth date (your password yymmdd).

If your mailing and e-mail address is current (through Brockpeople.ca), you will also receive the Surgité magazine, published two times a year and the e-newsletter, published six times a year. Also, Brock's TeleGrad Annual Fund students contact graduates annually to provide an update on what is happening at Brock and to invite support for the University's greatest needs, capital appeals or surveys. All Brock students are the beneficiaries of the support from Brock's graduates.

The Office of Alumni Relations is your main contact for alumni programs and services. Alumni Relations arranges Homecoming (Brock Days) and other graduate reunions, affinity programs, networks of graduates across Canada and internationally, student alumni initiatives and volunteer opportunities. Alumni Relations also works closely with the volunteer members of the Brock University Alumni Association, representing the collective interests of Brock's graduates.

VII. Development and Donor Relations

Director

Doug Earle

Assistant to the Director

Sheila Morrison

905-688-5550, extension 4190

Fax: 905-641-5216

Thistle East 265

http://www.brocku.ca/alumni/index.php

The Office of Development and Donor Relations is responsible for the co-ordination of all fundraising activities at Brock. The department develops programs to engage private support that will advance Brock University's Mission. Our donors help us improve programs and facilities, and enhance our ability to attract and retain deserving students, excellent faculty and staff.

Gifts can be given to one of three charitable organizations: Brock University (a registered charity); The Brock University Foundation (a Crown foundation), and; the Friends of Brock University Inc. (established to receive charitable gifts from U.S. citizens). Board of Trustee and Canada Revenue Agency policies govern the department's activities.

Gifts of cash either pledged over time or as a one-time donation, planned gifts and bequests, gifts of real estate, securities, equipment, books and journals, and artwork, funding for student financial assistance awards, are some of the many ways donors support the work of Brock University. Donations to Brock University are eligible for charitable receipts for income tax purposes.

Office of Development and Donor Relations

Brock University

St. Catharines ON

L2S 3A1