Mac’s first cohort of My OWN McMaster students graduate today
Today’s Humanities convocation includes a unique cohort of three history students, doing something no one’s ever done before.
They’re the first graduates of the My OWN Mac program, a part-time, fully online program that allows continuing education students to gain a diploma or professional designation as well as an undergraduate history or sociology degree.
The program is a partnership between McMaster’s Faculty of Humanities, the Faculty of Social Sciences and McMaster Continuing Education.
“This is a way for continuing education students to bundle career-upgrading courses, such as human resources or accounting, with academic courses to gain a three-year degree,” explains Stephen Heathorn, the chair of McMaster’s history department. “The online format provides flexibility and convenience for students who are working.”
The online history courses are the same ones offered to traditional students, giving continuing education students a taste of the university experience – without having to be on campus full time.
“It feels good to know that our first cohort is graduating with their history degrees,” says Heathorn. “It’s gratifying to be able to craft a method of course delivery for people who might not otherwise be able to attend university.
Learn more about My OWN McMaster on the McMaster Continuing Education website.
