March 25, 2024
McMaster marks the total solar eclipseFree glasses, outreach events and an Instagram-worthy eclipse viewing party are being planned to mark the rare celestial event.
March 25, 2024
How to watch a total solar eclipse safelyLooking directly at the Sun with the naked eye or through any device or filter other than ISO 12312-2:2015 certified eclipse glasses may cause permanent damage and even blindness.
March 22, 2024
Professors make their pitches for entrepreneurial fellowshipEleven professors from the faculties of Engineering, Science and Health Sciences pitched their innovative startup companies for a chance to earn the Professor Entrepreneur Fellowship.
March 22, 2024
Students pitch their big ideas to leading sustainability experts49 students pitched their big ideas at McMaster’s second annual Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) pitch competition on the evening of March 13th.
March 22, 2024
Indigenous scholars to share perspectives on eclipse and star storiesThe Department of Physics & Astronomy will host a panel discussion on April 7th that will feature Indigenous scholars shedding light on the significance of eclipses in Indigenous communities.
March 21, 2024
Digital storytelling project highlights Hamilton history and communityThe Writing Through Time program brought together students and older adults in the community to share digital skills and stories between generations.
March 21, 2024
Task Force report identifies five key areas for supporting graduate studentsThe Task Force on Graduate Funding made recommendations based on extensive cross-campus consultations.
March 21, 2024
Indigenous student bursary program to reduce barriers to post-secondary educationNamed ionkhihahonnién:ni, which means "they’re making a path for us," the program assists with not only tuition, but also cost of living expenses such as housing, child care, food and transportation.
March 20, 2024
PhD students’ planetarium roadshow gives kids a sneak peek at the total eclipseVeronika Dornan and Hector Robinson set up the Faculty of Science's portable planetarium at a public library on the weekend, giving a sold-out crowd a glimpse of what they can expect from the April 8 total solar eclipse.
March 20, 2024
Wilson College’s first public lecture focuses on the importance of leadershipEngaging Ideas: Why Leadership and Civic Engagement Matter brings civic leaders from across Ontario to McMaster for a panel discussion
March 19, 2024
Main Street entrance to campus closed March 20 to March 25A section of University Avenue at the main street entrance will be closed to vehicular traffic from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20, to 4 p.m. on Monday, March 25, 2024.
March 19, 2024
A message for faculty and staff about McMaster’s 2024-25 budgetProvost Susan Tighe and Saher Fazilat, Vice-President, Operations and Finance, offer additional context as faculties and departments work to adjust budgets in a time of fiscal restraint.
March 18, 2024
Made at Mac: Entrepreneurship event celebrates founders making a differenceStudents, faculty, staff and community members are welcome at the March 27 event to learn more about accessing McMaster’s robust innovation ecosystem.
March 14, 2024
McMaster students compete for Canada at World Figure Skating ChampionshipsMcMaster students Madeline Schizas and Trennt Michaud will represent Canada at next week's championships in Montreal.
March 13, 2024
The passing of the coat: Science student launches project to reuse lab coatsInstead of burying them in closets — or worse, landfills — students can donate their lightly used lab coats for future students to use free of charge.
March 12, 2024
Yes, the Dean of Science is a spin instructor at the PulseScience students Lily Eshraghi and Leena Han teamed up with Dean Maureen MacDonald to give first years a chance to connect with her — after a punishing workout.
March 12, 2024
Why McMaster donors give: Lennox HuangThe former chair of pediatrics has created two funds that combine his commitment to critical medicine education and philanthropy.
March 11, 2024
Students tackle complex non-profit challenge in 24-hour case competitionThe interdisciplinary team was challenged to create a major business and funding plan for an Alberta registered charity that supports long-term care residents.
March 11, 2024
A safe and respectful St. Patrick’s DayBe a good neighbour this St. Patrick’s Day: Keep gatherings small and respectful.
March 8, 2024
YWCA Women of Distinction Awards recognize extraordinary leaders and changemakersFrom a current student to a 1982 graduate of the medical school to an activist who has guest lectured here, McMaster has been a part of the story for many of this year’s winners.