Uploaded September 2021 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Welcome to WOTS 2021, and thank you for joining us for today’s Fall Feature! Today’s guests are Dr. James Allard, Claire Gittins, and Mike Pratas from Brock University. We'll be talking about Brock’s English program, the value of the written word in modern society, and the different opportunities students have to get involved both on and off campus.
This conversation is pre-recorded. To find out more about Brock University’s English program, go to choosebrocku.ca. If you have any questions regarding the English program and admissions, send Mike an email to futurestudent@brocku.ca. To check out more events and discussions during our 2021 festival, go to toronto.thewordonthestreet.ca!
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Dr. James Allard is Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of English Language and Literature at Brock University. He teaches courses in British Romantic Literature and Culture, Gothic, and Speculative Fiction, and he currently serves as President of the Canadian Association of Chairs of English.
Claire Gittins holds a B.A. in English Language and Literature from Brock University. She is a published poet and is currently pursuing a post-graduate certificate.
Mike Pratas is a Recruitment Officer for undergraduate programs at Brock University and has held previous positions in Admissions. He is available to assist with program, admission, scholarship & fee related questions.
Welcome to WOTS 2021, and thank you for joining us for today’s Fall Feature! Today’s guests are Dr. James Allard, Claire Gittins, and Mike Pratas from Brock University. We'll be talking about Brock’s English program, the value of the written word in modern society, and the different opportunities students have to get involved both on and off campus.
This conversation is pre-recorded. To find out more about Brock University’s English program, go to choosebrocku.ca. If you have any questions regarding the English program and admissions, send Mike an email to futurestudent@brocku.ca. To check out more events and discussions during our 2021 festival, go to toronto.thewordonthestreet.ca!
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Dr. James Allard is Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of English Language and Literature at Brock University. He teaches courses in British Romantic Literature and Culture, Gothic, and Speculative Fiction, and he currently serves as President of the Canadian Association of Chairs of English.
Claire Gittins holds a B.A. in English Language and Literature from Brock University. She is a published poet and is currently pursuing a post-graduate certificate.
Mike Pratas is a Recruitment Officer for undergraduate programs at Brock University and has held previous positions in Admissions. He is available to assist with program, admission, scholarship & fee related questions.
