McMaster Archive

October 6, 2023

Former Dean of Engineering John Bandler lit the way for student innovation and success

The world-renowned inventor, engineer, researcher and teacher was a pillar of McMaster and a mentor to hundreds of students.

October 5, 2023

Suzanne Crosta reflects on 33 years at Mac

‘Every site has a memory,’ says the former dean of Humanities, who retires this month.

October 5, 2023

How McMaster’s ecosystem of innovation is empowering student entrepreneurs

Three innovators share how entrepreneurial supports at McMaster are helping them make a positive impact in the world.

October 5, 2023

New AI citation guide for students, instructors available from McMaster library

A new digital guide from McMaster University Library is helping students, instructors, and researchers at the university cite generative artificial intelligence (AI) content.

October 4, 2023

In photos: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at McMaster

The Mush Hole: Truth Embodied, performed by McMaster Chancellor Santee Smith and members of the Kaha:wi Dance Theatre capped off a week of commemorations, programming and resources to mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

October 4, 2023

Department of Medical Imaging develops curriculum for physicians in rural Afghanistan

A joint initiative between McMaster University and the Aga Khan Foundation is striving to improve diagnostics and clinical outcomes in Afghanistan by delivering world-class radiology training to physicians from rural centres.

October 4, 2023

‘Our intrinsic bond’: Indigenous mural unveiled at the Integrated Applied Health Sciences building

The mural, painted by Kyle Joedicke, illustrates the passing of knowledge to the younger generation.

October 4, 2023

Learn the basics of Intellectual Property with McMaster’s free online course

The course, which focuses on the core principles of Intellectual Property and research commercialization, is available to all McMaster students, staff and faculty.

October 3, 2023

Second cohort of scholars graduate from McMaster’s diversity-in-STEM program

Students reflect on their time in the Biochemistry & Biomedical Sciences Summer Scholars Program.

October 3, 2023

Honouring leaders in Indigenous health care and education

Thomas Dignan, the first Indigenous graduate of McMaster’s medical school, and award-winning health care leader Pat Mandy were honoured at an event ahead of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

October 3, 2023

Wilson College marks one year of milestones with appointment of inaugural academic director

Donald Abelson has been appointed the inaugural academic director of the Wilson College of Leadership and Civic Engagement

October 3, 2023

Climate change refugee expert Robert McLeman to speak at Gandhi Lecture and Peace Festival

McLeman will explore questions related to Canada’s role in the climate refugee crisis and inspire thinking around how we might collectively address this issue.

October 2, 2023

Engineering grads’ capstone project named runner-up in national James Dyson Awards

Manny Lemos, Aaron Li and Amos Yu designed Cyclops Ride Assist, which uses advanced car safety tech to make roads safer for bicyclists and others, in their final year at McMaster.

October 2, 2023

McMaster Entrepreneurship Week: Celebrating a vibrant ecosystem of innovation

The stories of the inspired innovators, problem solvers and risk takers within the vibrant world of entrepreneurship here at McMaster.

October 2, 2023

Start-up founder inspiring students in new entrepreneurship course

Darren Burke, an academic-turned-businessman, is using his experiences founding start-ups to inspire kinesiology students to explore entrepreneurship.

September 29, 2023

The Spark Starts Here: McMaster Entrepreneurship Week events and resources

Activities, events and competitions are being held throughout the week to inspire McMaster community members to take on an entrepreneurial mindset and turn their ideas into reality.

September 28, 2023

“Factory in a box” by McMaster Engineering improves access to wheelchairs in Uganda

McMaster Engineering has teamed up with a Burlington organization to design a wheelchair built with materials that are readily available in Ugandan communities. 

September 28, 2023

Lyons New Media Centre unveils new virtual reality room and podcast studio

The two new spaces will be available to book online by McMaster students, faculty and staff.

September 28, 2023

New engineering scholarship aims to inspire global engagement at McMaster

Funding from the Waguih Ishak International Scholarship, which will be matched by the Faculty, will provide outstanding international students with the opportunity to study at McMaster’s Faculty of Engineering.

September 27, 2023

Keep safe and do not attend street parties: A message from Dean of Students Sean Van Koughnett   

Students can stay safe, be a good neighbour and avoid fines as high as $10,000 by not attending street parties being promoted by anonymous sites.