McMaster’s greatest strength is the people in this community.

Every day, McMaster employees bring dedication, talent and passion to everything they do — in classrooms, labs, offices, residences, dining spaces, and the many other places that make up the university.

Their contributions shape an environment where learning, innovation and collaboration thrive.

McMaster’s faculty and staff — and their skills, commitment and diverse perspectives — are the foundation of the university’s success.

In recognition of National Employee Appreciation Day, Human Resources is offering a variety of well-being and social programs for employees.

Here, McMaster senior leaders take a moment to recognize and celebrate the individuals and teams they work with, who make McMaster exceptional:

David Farrar | President and Vice-Chancellor 

I am inspired by our dedicated staff and faculty who go above and beyond every day to make McMaster an outstanding place to work, learn, research and live.

Employee Appreciation Day is an important reminder that McMaster’s strength lies in our people, and I am sincerely grateful to all our employees for the work they do to bring McMaster’s mission to life. Thank you!

Susan Tighe | Provost and Vice-President (Academic)  

Every day at McMaster, I see firsthand how our faculty and staff go above and beyond to support our students.

Whether it’s in the classroom, the lab, or behind the scenes, your dedication and care make all the difference.

You shape the learning experience, drive discovery, and create a community of excellence.

On Employee Appreciation Day — and every day — thank you for everything you do to inspire and empower our students and each other.

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Saher Fazilat | Vice-President, Operations and Finance  

I want to recognize and thank all staff within Operations and Finance for their dedication and hard work. The work we do in Operations and Finance often happens behind the scenes, but it is essential to the university’s ability to thrive.

From maintaining our buildings and grounds to managing financial sustainability, supporting research infrastructure, and driving sustainability efforts, your expertise and effort shape the experience of every person who walks onto our campus.

I truly appreciate all that you do — thank you!

Andy Knights | Interim Vice-President, Research 

The team that supports McMaster’s research portfolio has my whole-hearted appreciation. Their dedication to the research mission is unwavering, they set the standard for excellence and integrity, and they provide invaluable resources.

Our research community is stronger because of them and we’re fortunate they call McMaster home.

Lili Litwin | Vice-President, University Advancement  

I’m incredibly thankful for our team’s dedication and creativity. As we prepare to launch our next fundraising campaign, I truly appreciate all the effort and planning that has gone into setting McMaster up for success.

With this terrific Advancement team and support from across the University, I know we will make an outstanding impact on McMaster and beyond.

Paul O’Byrne | Dean and Vice-President, Faculty of Health Sciences

The team who supports the Faculty of Health Sciences are extraordinary, and I am very grateful for their commitment to excellence.

They consistently provide capable and efficient management of many complex and difficult issues. This is particularly challenging because of the breadth of engagement that is needed, not only the educational and research responsibilities, but also helping manage the clinical responsibilities of many of our faculty.

Khaled Hassanein | Dean, DeGroote School of Business

I am grateful for the DeGroote team — they inspire me every day.

I am proud of their unwavering commitment to the School and our mission, and the work that they do.

They care deeply about our students and live our core values creating positive impact at McMaster and beyond.

Heather Sheardown | Dean, Faculty of Engineering

When I hear students describing a strong sense of community within our Faculty, it truly brightens my day.

It’s a testament to our people — faculty, staff, technicians, and student employees — who, through their collective efforts, demonstrate that we can make the greatest impact when we work together.

Thank you to all Mac Eng employees!

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Pamela Swett | Dean, Faculty of Humanities

I’m incredibly grateful for our entire team within the Faculty of Humanities — our staff and faculty are stellar in their commitment to supporting our students and each other.

Their work is integral to creating the sense of community that is a defining characteristic of our Faculty, and their contributions are noticed each and every day.

Thank you!

Gianni Parise | Acting Dean, Faculty of Science

Teamwork is at the heart of all great science. Running McMaster’s largest Faculty is no different, and we have a truly exceptional team that’s quick to collaborate, innovate and continually drive excellence in teaching and learning, research and engagement.

The launch of our Office for Undergraduate Research and their introduction of five research-focused undergraduate courses is just one of many examples of how we work together to transform remarkable students into our next generation of brilliant scientists.

Jeremiah Hurley | Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences

Every day, I’m inspired by the work by my colleagues in the Social Sciences.

From performing world-class research to helping our students get the best out of their time here, you all make the Faculty a fantastic place to work and study. I’m proud to work with you all.

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