Have a great long weekend, Badgers! ☀️ Just a reminder that #BrockU will be closed on Monday, May 18, and regular operations will resume on Tuesday, May 19.

From testing arsenic levels in rice to training artificial intelligence systems through trial and error, Ontario high school students explored how science shapes everyday life during #BrockU’s 36th annual Scientifically Yours conference. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/160Av-M

#BrockU's Naser Ezzati-Jivan and team is creating a digital decision-making tool that would allow Canadian scholars to more easily integrate EDI into their research planning, particularly when using AI. Supporting the team’s work is a $100,000 grant from #NSERC. Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/ATP7JdM

For the second time in as many months, Anna Nickel, Master of Science student and her concussion research took first place on the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) stage — this time making #BrockU history in the process. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/uBlrF0c

#BrockU is pleased to announce Dr. Lesley Rigg has been reappointed to a second term as President and Vice-Chancellor. The new appointment takes effect Nov. 1, 2027. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/RITInYc

Happy #NationalNursesWeek! #BrockU has been educating future health care workers for more than two decades through its renowned Nursing program. Our nursing graduates have a reputation for excellence and are equipped with the knowledge and skills to be healthcare leaders in Niagara, and beyond.

Congrats to Julie Koudys, #BrockU Associate Prof. of Applied Disability Studies, who was awarded the 2026 International Advancement of the Practice of Behavior Analysis Award for her extensive service and public advocacy in Canada and around the world! 👏 Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/uS3BOOs

Join us on May 13 at @brocku.ca for the launch of The Handover. Authors Tilda Shalof and Lisa Mochrie will reflect on mentorship and the world of #Nursing in conversation with Karyn Taplay. Register here: bit.ly/4unl6Ki #Healthcare

The #BrockU's new Burlington Campus welcomed hundreds of people to tour the space this past weekend as part of the @burlington.ca Robert Bateman Community Centre Phase 1 opening celebration. Read more ⬇️ https://loom.ly/6GCqa-4

Badgers are making an impact as local business and community leaders, with #BrockAlumni and employees bringing home almost half of this year’s 40 Under Forty Business Achievement Awards. See the full list of #BrockU recipients ➡️ https://loom.ly/cRJO6xI

The #BrockBadgers Hall of Fame welcomed nine individuals and three teams in the first of two 2026 induction ceremonies this past weekend 👏 Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/gkcHMjg

#BrockU Professor of Classics and Archaeology Elizabeth Greene was recently awarded the 2026 Faculty of Humanities Award for Excellence in Research and Creative Activity. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/n2LNmpM#BrockU📸: Marzamemi Maritime Heritage Project

A sweeping LED lighting upgrade is cutting energy use across #BrockU's campus, showing that #sustainability can be bright, efficient and impactful. Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/_Y1nE28

Congratulations to #BrockU's Professor of Chemistry, Travis Dudding, and Associate Professor of Chemistry, Jianbo Gao, for receiving Alliance International Catalyst Quantum grants offered by NSERC. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/Ju18-uM

#BrockU teaching assistants who have provided exceptional student support were recognized during a celebration hosted by Brock’s Centre for Pedagogical Innovation earlier this week. Learn more ⬇️ https://loom.ly/47BDkQI

Congrats to #BrockU’s GAME students for earning the People’s Choice award at the Level up Showcase for four consecutive years in a row 👏 Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/f2FhtBk

Congratulations to Dr. Josemyrne Faure, a Community Health master’s student at #BrockU, for receiving a 2025-26 Horizon Graduate Student Scholarship. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/KdY-lKw

#BrockU's Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering Jasneet Kaur, and her team have developed new materials that could increase the efficiency of batteries and hybrid energy storage devices. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/JlSb6dI

#BrockU community members are stepping up to support cancer patients and their families across Niagara. The University will host the 2026 Rankin Cancer Run on Saturday, May 23. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/fK9riOg

Info travels faster than ever through fibre optic cables connecting the globe, but security risks leave data vulnerable. #BrockU's Associate Prof. of Chemistry, Jianbo Gao, and team are using innovative laser equipment in their Lab to carry out their research. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/ksbvVp8

For children, homelessness means more than losing a roof. It can mean leaving pets, changing schools mid-semester and losing cherished comforts. New #BrockU research with YWCA Niagara Region shares Niagara children’s experiences. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/C-FpPTg

#BrockU will join the global #EarthHour initiative by switching off its lights this weekend to conserve energy and raise awareness about climate change. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/aMj2eAc

#BrockU celebrated the impact of student leaders, mentors and community contributors during the Student Life and Success Recognition Awards this week. Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/VUifVAM

#BrockU's Associate Professor of #PoliSci Liam Midzain-Gobin thinks it’s time to ask different questions, and be open to honest answers, about Canadian and Indigenous sovereignty. All are welcome to attend Midzain-Gobin's lecture on Friday, March 27, in RFP. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/rBTPzf4

#BrockU Sport Management graduate John Burd (SPMA ’16) successfully set his sights on the big leagues and now captures stats for the #NHL during live hockey games. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/WC1vm-8#BrockU

Physics research at #BrockU is getting a boost thanks to Government of Canada funding for the Canadian Neutron and Positron Beam Laboratory to expand its equipment. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/5IzpoKk

Congrats to the #BrockU Women's Volleyball team for their historic bronze medal win at the 2026 U SPORTS Championship! 🙌 Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/M5QyRmQ#BrockU

The #BrockU Seed Library is back 🌱 Community members are invited to “borrow” seeds for planting in their gardens and “return” harvested seeds to share with others. Join our seed-starting workshop on March 19. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/XsX6mys

Whether it’s exploring the wildness or ancient city streets, #BrockU students looking to learn out in the field have a variety of course options to choose from this spring. Explore our spring field courses ➡️ https://loom.ly/BBZG2Yg

Victoria Udechukwu spent years working in Nigeria’s tech sector, often as the only woman in the room. Now a Computer Science master’s student at #BrockU, she’s earned a 2025–26 Horizon Graduate Student Scholarship for research on responsible AI and preventing bias ➡️ https://loom.ly/0o7Chvc

#BrockU's Associate Professor of Health Sciences and Sport Management, Janelle Joseph, discussed how lived experiences shape #HealthEquity during the eighth annual Yosif Al-Hasnawi Memorial Lecture held earlier this week. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/VlKuOdE

The Brock Badgers women’s basketball standout Madalyn Weinert has cemented her legacy as one of the most accomplished athletes in #BrockU's history. Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/l4nYO64

The #BrockU Library’s partnership extends the overall reach of the Community Scholars Program by providing access to the specialized digital library to organizations within St. Catharines and the Niagara region. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/lt_EpEw

On #WorldWildlifeDay, we’re celebrating the natural landscapes that make our campus unique and the wildlife that call it home. Located within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve along the Niagara Escarpment, #BrockU’s main campus is part of a diverse and thriving ecosystem.

Developed by professional educators, #BrockU's Summer Camps are designed for youth finishing senior kindergarten to Grade 12 and offer diverse programming in science, arts, sports, adventure, technology, robotics and more. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/bWtLzSE

Congrats to #BrockU PhD student Shakiru Alaka for receiving a Heart & Stroke and @braincanada.bsky.social 2025-26 Personnel Award for Black Scholars for his research into the hidden molecular drivers of dementia risk 👏 Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/awUqjxE#BrockU

#BrockU was proud to 2026 FIRSTTech Challenge Provincial Championship, welcoming students interested in STEM — as well as visitors from across Ontario — to not only compete but also learn about the academic pathways available to them at Brock. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/FW78C4U#BrockU

Welcome back, Badgers! 👋 We hope you all had a restful and enjoyable Reading Week. Boomer has been eagerly awaiting your return ❤️

#BrockU's Lead Athletic Therapist Kelsey Marshall (MSc ’25) has been in Milan Cortina for the past several weeks supporting Team Canada’s bobsleigh athletes — and living a lifelong dream in the process. Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/3KEuMj4#BrockU#MilanoCortina2026 #WinterOlympics

#BrockU researchers who developed an innovative immunotherapy approach are one step closer to commercializing a treatment for age-related lung disease. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/XfCJ0JE#BrockU

#BrockU student Ivie Omoregie is passionate about moving equity, diversity and inclusion beyond policy to create systemic changes that meaningfully impact her community. Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/DyG9NsI

Thinking about gaining research experience this summer? #USRA provides up to 16 consecutive full-time weeks of research employment in the areas of natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities and health care. The deadline to apply is March 9. Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/-ubGSzs

Earlier this week, the #BrockU and broader communities gathered to learn more about the significance and history of Black hair care. Black Hair Matters offered students an opportunity to explore the connection between Black hair and mental health. Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/JnXRmj4#BrockU

#BrockU President applauds Ontario’s action to support post-secondary sustainability. Read President Rigg's full message ➡️ https://loom.ly/EqttCYk

Red dresses can now be seen across #BrockU as a symbolic way to honour the thousands of Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGTBQQIA people that have been lost to colonial violence. Learn more about the #REDressProject ➡️ https://loom.ly/AmECxxQ

Former Brock Badgers goaltender Logan Thompson is set to represent #TeamCanada on the global stage when he hits the ice as a member of the men’s hockey team at the #MilanoCortina2026 Olympic Winter Games. The #BrockU community will be cheering you on, Logan 🙌 Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/TqFFmkQ#TeamCanada

Aspiring sport industry experts can sharpen their research skills and tackle industry issues through #BrockU's new Master of Arts in Sport Management program. Applications are now open! Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/HTQGRec

As the 2026 Winter #Olympics get underway, #BrockU researchers are weighing in on declining interest among young audiences and hosting challenges that could impact the longevity of the Games. Learn more ➡️ loom.ly/p9l7s2I

In celebration of Lunar New Year, #BrockU students gathered together for an afternoon of cultural crafts and activities, welcoming the Year of the Horse 🐎

#BrockU's Julia Miller recently received a Horizon Graduate Student Scholarship in recognition of her dedication to learning and research as well as her strong desire to build and foster community everywhere she goes 👏 Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/R5G1Vr0