McMaster Archive

February 23, 2022

McMaster to maintain vaccination mandate

McMaster and Ontario’s other universities will maintain their COVID-19 vaccination policies until at least the end of the term to minimize uncertainty and disruption to our students, staff, faculty and communities.

February 22, 2022

Special project funding available for initiatives aiming to improve health & well-being of McMaster community

Do you have an idea for a project that will improve the health and well-being of the McMaster community? You can apply to the McMaster Okanagan Special Project Funding to receive up to $5,000 to help with your project.

February 18, 2022

Mac grad on cheering on Team Canada while working for Canadian Olympic Committee

Melissa Hatcher ’08 shares what it’s like to work in sports and event marketing, her experience with Team Canada and some memories from her time at McMaster.

February 18, 2022

Welcoming students to the Black Student Success Centre’s brand-new space 

As more activities return to McMaster’s campus, the Black Student Success Centre (BSSC) is also inviting students to visit the in-person space to connect, study and work together.

February 18, 2022

Remembering Rudy Heinzl, former dean of Student Affairs

Heinzl was dean of Student Affairs for eleven years, up until 1996. Long after his retirement, he remained a collaborator and friend of the university and strong supporter of students.

February 18, 2022

Rapid tests available to students ahead of reading week

Update: Rapid antigen tests still available today on a first-come, first-served basis at the Peter George Centre for Living and Learning (PGCLL) Service Desk.

February 18, 2022

Workplace and Employee Experience Committee reconvenes for winter term

McMaster University’s Workplace and Employee Experience Committee has reconvened to develop initiatives that foster a positive experience for all those who work at McMaster University and contribute to its success.

February 17, 2022

New provincial guidelines for eating, meeting and event spaces

As of February 17, the province is moving into the next phase of reopening with new guidelines for indoor activities.

February 17, 2022

In the News: McMaster grad Aaron Parry on helping launch the Hamilton Black History Database

Aaron Parry, a recent McMaster graduate, explains how he helped launch the Hamilton Black History Database and why the research initiative is so important to him.

February 17, 2022

Black History Month Q&A spotlight: Feyisayo Enuiyin

Engineering grad Feyisayo Enuiyin, a past-president of the National Society of Black Engineers' McMaster Chapter, talks about empowering the community and being a Black woman in STEM.

February 17, 2022

Students and student entrepreneurs showcase MMRI’s cutting-edge innovation for minister Vic Fedeli

Ontario's Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade visited the McMaster Manufacturing Research Institute (MMRI) to explore the cutting-edge innovation in advanced manufacturing at the university.

February 17, 2022

Mask recycling pilot underway on campus

Recycling boxes for disposable masks have been placed throughout campus. The initiative is part of McMaster's overall efforts towards sustainability.

February 16, 2022

In the News: Eugene Levy on friend and former McMaster classmate Ivan Reitman

Actor and comedian Eugene Levy is remembering his friend and former McMaster classmate Ivan Reitman. Reitman died Saturday at the age of

February 16, 2022

Charles Juravinski: Honouring the life and legacy of a hometown champion of health research and health care

Businessman, philanthropist, entrepreneur and lifelong Hamilton lover – Charles Juravinski never tired of praising his adopted hometown, nor of sharing his good fortune with the people living in it.

February 15, 2022

Meet some of our extraordinary YWCA Women of Distinction nominees

McMaster is proud to be associated with so many nominees for this year’s YWCA Hamilton Women of Distinction awards.  

February 14, 2022

Remembering influential filmmaker and McMaster graduate Ivan Reitman

Ivan Reitman, McMaster graduate and influential producer-director behind beloved comedies Ghostbusters and Animal House, has died.

February 14, 2022

A McMaster love story

Mac graduates Matt Kumar and Julia Luca share how McMaster has played a pivotal role in their lives and in their relationship.

February 14, 2022

Share the love with #MacWinterWishes virtual valentines

Wishing you a Happy Valentine's Day, McMaster! Celebrate by sending your friends one of these #MacWinterWishes virtual valentines.

February 11, 2022

Transparent masks available for instructors 

McMaster is offering instructors and TAs masks with a clear component to make in-person classes more accessible. 

February 11, 2022

Reconnecting in spaces and places on campus

Here is a look at friendships being rekindled and connections being made in the spaces and places that make up McMaster's campus.