McMaster Archive

August 17, 2017

Health Sciences alumna wins two gold medals at the 2017 Canada Summer Games

Julia Hanes achieved gold medals for both para discus and para shotput, and shattered the Canadian record for each by throwing 20.62 metres and 7 metres even respectively.

August 14, 2017

Marauder football team begins training camp

The football team will hit the field for practice on Monday, August 14 and then prepare for the preseason clash with the Saskatchewan Huskies on Friday, August 25th, with kickoff set for 7:00 p.m.

August 14, 2017

McMaster Political Scientist recognized with Canada Sesquicentennial Award

Henry Jacek of the Department of Political Science was recently honoured with a Canada Sesquicentennial award in recognition of his efforts to engage the community and McMaster students in the civic life of Canada.

August 10, 2017

New award highlights contributions to international graduate student community

The annual Graduate Student Recognition Awards celebrate excellence in McMaster’s Graduate Community.

August 9, 2017

Canada welcomes refugees, but shuts the door on asylum seekers

Sociology professor, Vic Satzewich, writes opinion editorial in the Globe and Mail about asylum seekers.

August 2, 2017

McMaster being represented at Canada Summer Games in Manitoba

A number of current students and a McMaster grad are participating in the Games, which run from July 28 to August 13 in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

August 2, 2017

The North American Indigenous Games at McMaster “increased Indigenous understanding and awareness”

The North American Indigenous Games, jointly hosted in Toronto and Hamilton and surrounding communities, provided Indigenous youth with the opportunity to showcase their athletic achievements and cultural heritage.

July 27, 2017

Varsity swimmer represents Canada at Deaflympics

Damiano Panetta, a member of McMaster's varsity swim team, is currently competing at the 23rd Deaflympics taking place in Samsun, Turkey.

July 26, 2017

Mac administrator, Girl Guide leader surprised with Governor General’s award

The Governor General of Canada has recognized a top McMaster administrator for her long and exceptional service as a volunteer.

July 25, 2017

Students find confidence and willpower on Canadian mountain

Life is a journey, not a destination.

July 24, 2017

Fringe Fest play inspired by McMaster Social Worker’s research

A fictional play about the challenges faced by immigrants adjusting to a new way of life has its grounding in a McMaster researcher's real-life work.

July 23, 2017

New Employment Equity report

A new report from McMaster’s Employment Equity Working Committee provides a detailed roadmap as the University continues its efforts toward a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce.

July 21, 2017

New role strengthens research administration at McMaster

Rob Baker, vice-president, research, has announced the appointment of Kathy Charters as Assistant Vice-President, Research Administration, effective immediately.

July 20, 2017

In photos: North American Indigenous Games 2017

The Games are the largest sporting and cultural gathering of Indigenous peoples in North America.

July 19, 2017

Alumni Association recruiting grads to share advice with incoming students

Are you a proud alumni of McMaster University? The McMaster Alumni Association is seeking help to inspire the next generation of Marauders.

July 18, 2017

Incubating raw talent: 56 top young innovators and entrepreneurs at SHAD McMaster this summer

SHAD produces leaders for Canada through its award-winning, life-changing, pan-Canadian enrichment platform for high school students.

July 14, 2017

Rallying cry: Youth must stand up to defend democracy

The central question of our times is whether we’re witnessing the worldwide rejection of liberal democracy and its replacement by some sort of populist authoritarianism.

July 13, 2017

McMaster only university in the Americas in running for global teaching prize

The Global Teaching Excellence Award, run by the Higher Education Academy in partnership with Times Higher Education, recognizes universities with strong institution-wide approaches to driving up educational standards.

July 12, 2017

McMaster campus welcomes North American Indigenous Games

Beginning Friday, July 14 McMaster University will be transformed into the site of the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) Athlete’s Village and Cultural Festival.

July 12, 2017

Christi Garneau appointed University Secretary

After an extensive national search, McMaster is appointing an experienced leader in Canadian higher education governance as its new University Secretary.