Health Sciences presentation

David S. Howes Theatre (DHOWES)
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm

The Department of Health Sciences offers four different degree programs that provide students with the skills and knowledge to meet the changing needs of society. Degree programs are offered in Child Health, Community Health, Medical Sciences, and Public Health. Attend this session to learn more about our unique programs and experiential learning opportunities.

Health Sciences Lab Tours

Lab location:
Cairns 310 (Human Anatomy and Immunology Teaching Lab)
Drop-in at the following times:
12:30 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 2 pm, and 2:30 pm

The Department of Health Sciences teaching lab tour will showcase a variety of innovative teaching labs that complement lecture-based learning. Students will get a sneak peek at labs associated with anatomy, physiology, immunology and pathology.

Kinesiology presentation

David S. Howes Theatre (DHOWES)
11:30 am – 12:15 pm

Our Department of Kinesiology is one of the largest and ranks 9th among 45 Kinesiology schools in Canada. Join this session to learn more about your options!

We offer four different degree programs, all of which are in high demand. Degree programs are offered in Kinesiology, Science of Kinesiology, Physical Education, and Concurrent Physical Education/Education. Courses encourage students to create, integrate and apply knowledge from the biosciences, social sciences, and humanities in the transdisciplinary study of human movement as it applies to health and performance across the lifespan.

The Accelerate into Master’s (AIM) program in Kinesiology (concurrent entry into our BKin and Master of Professional Kinesiology) offers students the opportunity to earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees in 5 years.

Our new double degree program allows students to combine their studies in Kinesiology at Brock University (3 years) and the University of Portsmouth in England (1 year) and receive two internationally recognized degrees: a Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin) from Brock and a Bachelor of Science (with Honours) in Sport & Exercise Science from Portsmouth.

Kinesiology Lab Tours

Lab locations:
Cairns 310 (Human Anatomy and Immunology Teaching Lab)
Cairns 313 (Exercise Physiology Teaching Lab)
Thistle 141 (Neuromechanics and Ergonomics Research Lab) 
Drop-in at the following times:
12:30 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 2 pm, 2:30 pm

The Department of Kinesiology is committed to providing students with an advanced understanding of all aspects of human movement as it applies to health and performance through innovative lectures and lab-based coursework in state-of-the-art research and teaching labs. The teaching labs are designed to complement our kinesiology curriculum, providing experiential education opportunities to our undergraduates. The research labs are home to the research of our faculty members and graduate students, with opportunities for undergraduates to participate in exciting and advanced research projects throughout their studies.

Brock Functional Inclusive Training Centre (Bfit) tour

Meet at Cairns 209 (ground floor outside of the Student Recruitment office by the sliding doors) and we will walk you across the street to the Canada Games Park Building
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm (drop-in)

As a part of the Kinesiology experience, you will be able to visit the Brock Functional Inclusive Training Centre (Bfit) at the Canada Games Park. Bfit pursues innovative, multi-disciplinary research and provides supervised community exercise programs to improve health in older adults, cardiac patients, and individuals with a spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, amputation, and various other neurological conditions. We strive to encourage members in their pursuit of maintaining and improving cardiovascular and muscular fitness, enhancing balance and stability, increasing confidence, and maintaining independence. By working within our Centre, students can apply their classroom knowledge to real-life situations and develop skills in dealing with special populations. There are various courses offered by the Department of Kinesiology that include practicum components at the Bfit Centre.

Nursing presentation

Sean O’Sullivan Theatre (SOS)
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm

The Department of Nursing is known for its varied clinical experiences coupled with state-of-the-art simulation labs and an outstanding dedication to the highest quality teaching. Our Nursing graduates leave Brock with a well-regarded reputation for excellence and have the knowledge and skills to be health care leaders in Niagara and beyond.

Nursing Lab Tours

East Academic, building #2 (across the street by Tim Hortons & McDonald’s)
11 am – 4 pm (drop-in)

Our Clinical Simulation Labs are replicated health care facilities. Drop by throughout the day to see these leading-edge spaces.

Recreation and Leisure Studies presentation

South Block 216
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Are you interested in working with a diverse team to deliver programs in aquatics, fitness, golf, arenas, arts and culture, recreational sports, community services, or in the outdoors? Do you want to advocate for people of all abilities to live a meaningful life?

Explore our Bachelor of Recreation and Leisure Studies (with an optional concentration in Outdoor Education), our Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation, or our Concurrent Recreation and Leisure Studies/Bachelor of Education (J/I). Each program will allow you to shape your studies around your interests and career goals.

Experiential learning across all four years will expose you to a variety of settings and sectors providing significant career building and networking opportunities. Our passionate alumni can be found thriving in fulfilling careers driving impact and shaping vibrant communities around the globe across the recreation and leisure sector.

Join this session to hear from current students and professors and discover where a degree in recreation can take you.

Sport Management presentation

Sean O’Sullivan Theatre (SOS)
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

The Department of Sport Management offers an internationally renowned program with a focus on the application of theory, principles and practices of business to the multi-faceted sport industry. We have some of the best Sport Management professors in the world, who challenge our students to build their capacity to manage, analyze, problem-solve, organize and lead at the highest level.

Experiential learning is a high priority in the program. We maintain active connections with our alumni in the sport industry, work closely with sport organizations at all levels and provide a range of opportunities for student engagement and networking across the 4 years of the program field placements, internships, special events/conferences, guest speakers, international learning and community volunteerism.

Our students thrive in this environment, and as graduates, are employed in exciting careers across Canada and around the world. We invite you to attend this session and hear first-hand from some of these outstanding professors and students.

Faculty of Education presentation

Thistle 247
11:30 am- 12:15 pm and 12:30 pm – 1:15 pm

Are you interested in exploring a career in the field of education? This presentation will explore our undergraduate degree options in the Faculty of Education, including the BA Educational Studies (Honours), before taking a detailed look at Brock’s highly respected Concurrent Teacher Education programs for those interested in becoming a classroom teacher.

Goodman School of Business presentation

Sean O’Sullivan Theatre (SOS)
11:30 am – 12:15 pm

The Goodman School of Business is a globally oriented, community-dedicated business school. Goodman provides students the chance to chart their own path to success. From innovative degree programs that provide a holistic learning experience to clubs and competition teams that build foundational leadership skills, your time at Goodman will provide you the opportunity to break through in business on your terms.

Goodman School of Business Student Clubs fair

Goodman School of Business Atrium
12 pm – 3 pm

Visit our student leaders in the Goodman School of Business Atrium to learn about the student experience and opportunities available outside of the classroom. From the 12 business student clubs that put on more than 100 events each year to the competition teams that represent Goodman on the national stage, you can create a Goodman experience that matches your goals.

Faculty of Humanities presentation

South Block 202
11:30 am – 12:15 pm

Meet the Dean and Associate Dean of Humanities to learn about the first-year experience in the Humanities. This presentation will include information on departments, programs and key contacts.

Humanities Showcase

Meet at South Block 204 at 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm or 2:15 pm and we will walk you to the Global Commons at Glenridge-B 104
Or you can drop-in to Glenridge-B 104 any time from 12 pm – 3 pm

Meet Humanities students “on the hill” as they showcase their projects and speak about real-life experience in their program. Sit down in comfy armchairs, have snacks and friendly conversations with students from Classics and Archaeology, English, History, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Medieval and Renaissance Studies (MARS), and Canadian Studies. Learn more about student spaces and student life within the Humanities community.

Department of Digital Humanities

Thistle 269 and Rankin 214/215
11 am – 4 pm

Considering a career in interactive digital media, game design, multi-media production, or educational technology? The Department of Digital Humanities offers programs in Interactive Arts and Digital Media, Game Design, and Game Studies. These innovative programs offer immersive, state-of-the-art learning environments — featuring advanced computer labs, audio recording studios, and media development spaces — to cultivate hands-on expertise through an applied project-oriented approach to learning. Collaborate with faculty, current students, and industry alumni who share insights on groundbreaking projects and career paths in this dynamic field. Gain the skills to create innovative solutions at the intersection of technology and creativity. Join us and help shape the future.

Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts (MIWSFPA) presentation

South Block 202
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm

Meet the Associate Dean, Fine and Performing Arts to learn about the first-year experience as students in the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts. This presentation will include information on departments, programs, and key contacts, followed by a tour of the MIWSFPA in downtown St. Catharines.

Tours of the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts (MIWSFPA) Campus

1:15 pm Shuttle Bus to the arts campus in downtown St. Catharines

Gather outside of South Block 202 or at the statue outside the Schmon Tower. You’ll be taken via city bus down to the MIWSFPA campus, and a shuttle will take you back to our main campus at 2:45 pm.

Program Specific Tours: Dramatic Arts, Music, Visual Arts, and Arts Leadership

15 Artists’ Common, downtown St. Catharines (enter at main lobby doors of the campus)
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Tour the classrooms, studios, and rehearsal spaces that in which you will be learning during your time at the MIWSFPA campus. Program Chairs and Directors will be available for any questions you may have, along with students to help convey their real-life experiences at the school. Free parking is available on-site.

Full Campus Tour of the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts Campus

15 Artists’ Common, downtown St. Catharines (enter at main lobby doors of the campus)
3 pm – 4 pm

Tour our state-of-the-art facility, the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts (MIWSFPA). Located in downtown St. Catharines, the Marilyn is home to our departments of Dramatic Arts, Music, Visual Arts, and the Centre for Studies in Arts and Culture — home of our Arts Leadership program.

Faculty of Mathematics and Science presentation

South Block 204
11:30 am – 12:15 pm

Brock’s Faculty of Mathematics and Science is where students become scientists! Hear from current students as they share insights into first year, and how they are preparing for careers in a variety of exciting fields.

Applied Grape and Wine Science: Tour the Wine Institute

12:15 pm: begins outside of South Block 204 following the Mathematics and Science presentation
2 pm: begins at the Applied Grape and Wine Science booth in the Information Fair

Join us for a tour to see the processing winery with fermentation tanks, our state-of-the-art sensory evaluation laboratory, our leading-edge biotechnology and analytical facilities with robotic arms, and our wine cellar, which can house 44,000 bottles.

Biological Sciences tours

12:15 pm: begins outside of South Block 204 following the Mathematics and Science presentation
2:15 pm: meet at the Biological Sciences booth in the Information Fair

On this tour you will see a second year Molecular Biology and Human Physiology teaching lab in the Cairns building. Inside this lab, you will have the opportunity to try out multiple experiments used in second-year biology! You may also ask questions of an instructor, lab demonstrator, and graduate students in Biology. Lastly the tour will head to Mackenzie Chown, where you will see a first-year teaching lab, a neuroscience faculty research lab, as well as take a trip to Inniskillin Hall — home of the CCOVI Research Institute.

Chemistry tour

Please meet at the Chemistry booth in the Information Fair
1:30 pm

On this tour you will visit the second-year organic chemistry and analytical chemistry labs. You will see the instrumentation housed in our undergraduate labs, where students obtain hands-on experience during their undergraduate studies. The tour will also include a visit to the Roy and Lois Cairns Complex where you will see our state-of-the-art chemistry and biology research labs and instrumentation.

Computer Science tours

Please meet at the Computer Science booth in the Information Fair
1 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm

On this tour you will visit our Computer Science labs and other community spaces alongside an informal talk about the program.

Data Sciences and Analytics

South Block 216
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

The Bachelor of Science in Data Sciences and Analytics is a transdisciplinary program that bridges the gap between computational data sciences and business analytics. Come to this presentation to learn more about why graduates with these skills are needed, what this program entails, and admission into the program.

Earth Sciences tour

Please meet at the Earth Sciences booth in the Information Fair
1 pm

Tour our spaces and meet both current Earth Sciences students and students from many other departments with which the Earth Sciences program intersects.

Integrated Engineering presentation

South Block 215
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

Join us to learn the top ten reasons to choose Integrated Engineering at Brock. Hear about the range of academic study available as you start your journey to becoming an engineer. As a student, you’ll immerse yourself in a dynamic learning environment, driven by cutting-edge research and industry partnerships. Our esteemed faculty members are not only expert educators, but also seasoned professionals, providing you with invaluable mentorship and guidance during the presentation and following Q&A period.

Integrated Engineering tour

Begins outside of South Block 215 following the Integrated Engineering presentation
2:15 pm

Connect with current engineering students and meet members of the Brock Engineering Society to learn more about student life, competitions, and opportunities within the program. You will tour our design studio and prospective robotics lab, where you’ll explore the innovative spaces that will shape your hands-on learning experience at Brock.

Physics tour

Please meet at the Physics booth in the Info Fair
1 pm

Visit our study, teaching, and social spaces. In Physics, state-of-the-art research and learning go hand-in-hand in shared spaces. You will see the newest equipment, such as the scanning electron microscope, and the Physics student-room which is there for you and your classmates to study and collaborate.

Faculty of Social Sciences presentation

South Block 203
11:30 am – 12:15 pm

Do you want to change the world for the better? Programs across this faculty provide you with the opportunity to push boundaries while developing critical thinking skills as you explore the issues that individuals and societies face today and in the future. In this session, you will hear about experiential learning opportunities, the student experience and exciting career paths in the social sciences.

Applied Linguistics: Experience Speech Sciences presentation

South Block 215
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Discover what it’s like to be a Speech Language and Hearing Sciences or Teaching English as a Second Language student at Brock. Join a demo class designed just for you. You’ll hear a ‘mini’ lecture and participate in interactive learning activities with one of our professors (no tests, we promise!). A panel of current students will share their experiences in our programs, and you will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session.

Child and Youth Studies presentation

South Block 204
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

Unlock the potential of children and youth, explore theory and practice, prepare for an extraordinary career, and gain unmatched versatility! Learn more about how our program unites scholars from distinct academic disciplines to provide an exciting breadth and diversity of perspectives. In this presentation, you will also discover more about our experiential learning opportunities in schools and community agencies, learn about the wide variety of careers related to children and youth, and will be provided with an overview of the supports and services that are available.

Critical Criminology and Sociology presentation

South Block 203
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Sociology and Critical Criminology prepare you to make a difference in many fields of work by giving you transferrable knowledge and interpersonal skills. Hear from current students about how their academic programs have ignited new interests and opened unexpected career paths.

Economics presentation

South Block 201
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm

Join our presentation, where you will be introduced to key economics concepts and learn how to think like economists. Together we’ll apply this thinking to some problems that students might not think of when they hear “economics” — tackling climate change, curbing bad behaviour, or helping people get new kidneys!

Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice presentation

South Block 203
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

Join us to find out what Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice (FPAC) has to offer. Our faculty and staff will introduce the program and our transdisciplinary focus on forensic psychology, profiling, criminal justice, children and youth, mental health, and the law. Learn more about what to expect as a student, including experiential learning opportunities through our practicums and program events.

Psychology presentation: Providing support from backpack to briefcase

South Block 203
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm

Join us to find out how Brock’s Psychology department will support you both academically and personally as you move through your degree. You’ll hear about how our first-year course fosters a smooth transition from high school by providing opportunities to meet people and develop key skills note-taking, reading challenging textbooks, etc. We’ll also talk about unique opportunities to build career-related skills during the degree, and our two career preparation courses that will support your ability to compete successfully for a variety of jobs when you graduate.

Study Abroad & Field Courses: Engage globally and locally through your studies

South Block 217
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

You’re invited to join the Department of Geography and Tourism Studies and Brock International to learn about ways you can experience the world during your time at Brock. At this session, we will highlight domestic field courses, and international exchange and study abroad opportunities, which are open to all Brock students!

Black Student Success Centre

Thistle 131 (enter by going downstairs in the Market Hall)
11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm

The Black Student Success Centre (BSSC) is here to show you the vibrant Black student community at Brock University! Learn about academic supports, wellness navigation, community engagement and mentorship opportunities. Meet with current Brock students and staff to see for yourself how this home-away-from-home can elevate your journey to success.

Choosing your pathway: For Grade 10 and 11 students

South Block 201
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Planning for your post-secondary education can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Find answers to many common questions and let us help you get started on the path to beginning your own Brock experience.

Essential information for Living off-campus

South Block 217
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Join us for an informative session about navigating off-campus living. This session is especially valuable for students who are interested in learning about life in Niagara, navigating campus as an off-campus student, housing supports, or exploring off-campus housing options in the future. Get insider tips, valuable resources, and advice to support your off-campus journey. We will cover topics including life in Niagara, transportation and community services, getting involved on and off campus, and the supports available for students living off campus.

Financing your education: Student Awards and Financial Aid

South Block 204
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm and 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

When you decide to go to university, one of the most important considerations is how you will finance your education. We will walk you through typical costs for first-year students and discuss ways we can help you fund your education. Additionally, we will cover information about OSAP, and the wide variety of scholarships and bursaries that are available to incoming students.

Graduate Studies

South Block 201
1:30 pm – 2:15 mm

With more than 57 graduate programs to choose from, in this presentation we’ll explore all the exciting pathways available to you beyond your bachelor’s degree. Learn about our award-winning onboarding experience, and the comprehensive supports we offer to help you succeed every step of the way.

International student information session

South Block 215
11:30 am – 12:15 pm and 12:30 pm – 1:15 pm

Are you an international student wanting to study at Brock? Come and find out more about the application process, and admission to our ESL undergraduate and graduate programs. You will also have the opportunity to chat with our team about our international student scholarships and awards.

Live on campus: Brock residence, your home away from home

Thistle 242
11:30 am – 12:15 pm, 12:30 pm – 1:15 pm and 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

Make connections, build community and be supported. Learn about the various residence styles, features, supports and amenities on campus.

Co-op education

South Block 202
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

Combining your academic courses with career preparation training and paid co-op experience provides students with the opportunity to gain and develop skills, knowledge, and confidence for your future career journey. Join us to learn about the co-op advantage and hear from current co-op students about what it is really like to be a Brock Co-op student.

Med Plus & Law Plus co-curricular programs: Your competitive advantage

South Block 202
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Interested in a career in healthcare or law? Explore our one-of-a-kind co-curricular programs, Med Plus and Law Plus. Attend this session to discover how you can gain practical experience, build core skills, and network with professionals in various fields while completing your undergraduate degree. You’ll also hear from current students in Med and Law Plus as they share their personal experiences in their respective programs.

Academic Advising

End of the Thistle Hallway
11 am – 4 pm

Stop by the Academic Advising lobby to meet our team. Here, you can learn more about how Academic Advisors at Brock University support your journey, and you’ll have the chance to ask any advising-related questions you may have!

Makerspace

Rankin Pavilion
11 am – 4 pm

Do you love to tinker, create and collaborate? The Makerspace provides hands-on access to emerging technologies, and a collaborative learning space for all to play, learn and invent. Examples include 3D printing, laser cutting, and Adobe AI editing. Everyone is welcome to drop in and take advantage of interactive workshops, support from our skilled staff and equipment to borrow for home use.

Matheson Learning Commons and James A. Gibson Library

Schmon Tower (main floor)
10:30 am – 4 pm

Come take a look around the library. Have some fun with our button maker and create a memory of your visit to Brock.  We’d love to tell you about our academic collections, games, stressbusters, and varied study spaces. Stop by and tell us about your future plans, and meet some of our student staff to get their insights about the Brock experience. We always have a listening ear and are happy to help!

Brock University Students’ Union

Alumni Student Centre
11 am to 4 pm

The Brock University Students’ Union (BUSU) is at the heart of student life — offering events, services, advocacy, jobs, and volunteer opportunities to make your Brock experience unforgettable.

Check out BUSU’s plans for a new 45,000 sq. ft. student centre opening in 2027 at brockbusu.ca/new-building. The new hub will include a reimagined Isaac’s restaurant and bar, recreation and club spaces, event areas, plus lounges, study, and meeting spaces designed just for students.

Visit BUSU’s General Brock café and convenience store in Welch Hall for freshly roasted coffee and snacks.

Stay connected at brockbusu.ca and follow @brockbusu on Instagram and TikTok.

Campus Store

Plaza Building (ground floor)
10 am – 4 pm

Stop by the Campus Store and pick up some amazing Brock gear! Explore a wide range of branded clothing, merchandise, stationery, and more. It’s the perfect time to grab all your Brock essentials!

Subscribe and Save at the Campus Store and enjoy an item at 20% off!

Dining on campus is more than just breakfast, lunch, and dinner: it’s where you meet your friends, fuel your body, and unwind from a busy day.

Come and experience the Fresh Food Company located in our Lowenberger and DeCew residence dining halls, featuring all-you-care-to-enjoy dining with an open atmosphere and a rotating menu with nine unique culinary stations.

Speak with a Dining Services team member, including our on-site Executive Chef and registered dietitian, to learn more about Brock’s Meal Plan options and membership benefits.

The following locations will be open during the event for you to purchase food:

• Hungry Badger (Walker Complex)
• Market Eatery
• Starbucks in the Market Eatery
• Tim Hortons (Schmon Tower)
• DeCew Dining Hall
• Lowenberger Dining Hall