Yearly Archives: 2023

Canada is experiencing its worst wildfire season to date, and it doesn’t look to be improving anytime soon.

The COVID-19 Pirola variant poses a threat to Canada’s post-pandemic veil of safety, but the overall situation will likely not descend to the same levels as before.

Toronto Argonauts continue their strong season with a massive Labour Day Classic victory against rival Tiger-Cats.

Brock Badgers men’s hockey team welcoming the Ohio Bobcats for two exhibition games this weekend.

Canada men’s basketball team headed to Olympics for first time in 24 years after beating Spain

When beginning your university career, one of the most nerve-wracking processes that students go through is finding new friends.

Many students going into their first year of university frequently wonder what the best way of organizing their university tasks might be, or if there are any well-trodden strategies to enhance their note-taking abilities.

Let’s face it: on average, university students are close to broke. That’s why these money-saving tips are important for managing your personal finances this academic year.

Getting a handle on university life can be challenging at first. Something that can be especially tedious as a newcomer is figuring out what all the bits of information packed onto your Student Schedule (SS) means.

Being a Brock student in 2022 means that you are a global exception, most people on Earth do not go to university.

Living on your own has many stressors, one being the high cost of living as a student.

Music acts as a soundtrack to our lives. Various genres, instruments and styles may determine our mood and outlook on daily life, so having the right playlist for studying can make all the difference.

The transition period into university life can be an adjustment for everyone. For introverts, this period of establishing a new routine may be particularly challenging.

Video game music could be the study tool that gets you through an intense university workload.

University comes with a heavy workload, and if you’re a procrastinator like I was, effective time management is the only way to prepare for this new normal.

Having trouble finding a safe and welcoming place to share their writing, first-year students Cameron Sauder and Gabriel Piessens were disappointed. Now in their third year, the two have created the place they had always been searching for at Brock.

Toting a sound that is cool yet tight and hardcore, Inhaler’s music earnestly throws indie rock back in the face of their audience. The front man, Eli Hewson, is the perfect mix of the swagger of Arctic Monkey’s Alex Turner and the suave persona of Elvis, bringing together rock and roll’s many facets into one performance. 

For Maddie Bomhof, a fourth-year Dramatic Arts student at Brock University, the creation of her show People in a Graveyard was not a straightforward path. The most recent iteration of the show came together following a slow five years of drafting and editing. 

Brock University is more than just an academic institution. It is a place that offers students a well-rounded post-secondary experience which includes a variety of programs, facilities and spaces for physical activity and fun recreational use.

Brock University provides students with an array of elective courses to choose from in many different and unique fields of study, many of which are a must-have when it comes to changing your outlook on the world.

Having the right study spot can make all the difference for academic success at Brock.

From Sept. 5th to Sept. 26th, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA78) will reconvene for its 78th session. Serving as the primary policy-making organ of the United Nations, the General Assembly will host all 193 UN Member States to discuss matters relevant to global sustainability.

True crime content is massively popular across media yet is often met with resistance or judgement. Unfortunately, certain pieces of true crime media such as Dahmer-Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story distort the genre by over-empathizing with the perpetrator.

On Aug. 23rd, alternative pop artist Mitski released two new singles, “Heaven” and “Star” off her upcoming album The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We. The record, set to be released on Sept. 15th, follows her wish for her music to “shine love long after she’s gone.”

The following summer albums are some of this year’s strongest releases featuring various genres and an array of styles despite many of them being largely underrated.

Since teasers for Barbie debuted months prior to its release, the impression of a dazzling, humorous comedy left a strong imprint on predictions about the film.

For the month of September, The Film House has several independent film screenings scheduled that are geared towards curious Brock students with a passion for independent cinema.

Blue Jays struggles at the plate, concern heading down the stretch

Season preview of the Brock men’s soccer team

Predictions of the top 8 best teams in the NBA this coming season

After 30 years of service, the Book Outlet retail store is closing – but there is still hope for the book lovers of St. Catharines.

Brock Improv just held their final jam of the summer, but they’ve got their visions set on the upcoming school year.

After nearly a decade of mediocre videos displaying a clear identity crisis, beloved YouTube brand Smosh has once again found its creative footing.

There are plenty of reasons to prefer Android smartphones, but Apple’s long-term success lies in several factors that competitors have failed to replicate. 

Disliking popular things just because they’re popular doesn’t mean you’re morally or intellectually superior, it just earns you the reputation of being a frustrating contrarian

Auston Matthews is now the highest paid player in the league, and it’s a win for the Leafs.

Highlighting the top Super Bowl contenders as the 2023-24 NFL season is just about to begin.

Forecasting expectations for each of the Badgers’ outdoor sports teams based on their 2022 season performances.

The staples of securing a middle-class life in Canada are becoming less realistic for millions of Canadians every year. Treating the disease and not the symptoms is important: rising inequality is not a Canada-specific problem, it’s a global market problem and market planning is the way out.

Learning how to effectively utilize digital calendars can optimize time management, reduce your stress levels and enhance your productivity as a Brock student.