December 15, 2016
McMaster approves new Sexual Violence PolicyThe University’s Board of Governors and Senate this week approved a new Sexual Violence Policy, outlining McMaster’s commitment to a campus that is free of sexual violence.
December 15, 2016
Two McMaster professors receive Order of OntarioDr. Mehran Anvari, a world-renowned surgical robotics pioneer, and Dr. Anthony Chan, a prominent pediatric hematologist and scientist, have been awarded the Order of Ontario.
December 14, 2016
94% of Ontario university grads have well-paying jobs two years after graduation: surveyUniversity-educated grads are using the skills they learn at university to secure good, well-paying jobs soon after graduation.
December 12, 2016
DeGroote’s support network helps the School transform business and societyThe many successes of the DeGroote School of Business, both inside and outside the classroom, are credited to industry partners, corporate sponsors, alumni, and enthusiastic donors, the philanthropic efforts centred around DeGroote have a profound impact on the School's initiatives.
December 12, 2016
10 ways the Library can help you get exam-readyWith exams once again upon us, Mills, Innis and Thode Libraries have lots of stress-busting and support services that can help make this hectic time a bit easier.
December 9, 2016
Mapping success: McMaster geographers dominate global competitionA group of McMaster Geography and Earth Sciences students has proven it really knows its way around, taking five of nine top places in an international contest that tested competitors’ creative use of geographic information systems, or GIS.
December 8, 2016
Unique programs offer students hands-on opportunities to learn about sustainabilityDemand is growing for McMaster’s academic sustainability programs which provide opportunities for students to develop and lead community based, interdisciplinary experiential learning projects.
December 8, 2016
Meet the student who collects and sends books to Indigenous communities around the worldEmma Mogus, was only 12 years old when she cofounded Books with No Bounds, a non-profit, volunteer-based program that distributes books and other learning tools to improve reading and literacy skills among Indigenous youth around the world.
December 8, 2016
Exam period begins at McMasterClasses have ended and exams begin Friday at McMaster.
December 8, 2016
MacServe students are building a healthier and resilient community in HamiltonThe Welcome Inn Community Centre in Hamilton joined the MacServe program in 2013 and together McMaster students and local volunteers have worked towards building a more healthy and resilient community.
December 6, 2016
Red dresses blanket campus to raise awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous womenMcMaster will recognize the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Tuesday with a series of events on campus.
December 5, 2016
Mac’s minor in sustainability highlighted in report on green campusesThe report showcases how post-secondary institutions across Ontario are fighting climate change, building green communities and embedding the teaching of environmental issues into curricula.
December 2, 2016
Nominations now open for 2016 President’s Awards for Outstanding ServiceMcMaster community members are asked to identify employees who have consistently gone above and beyond during 2016 in their service and/or innovation; or, who repeatedly enhance our University's reputation.
December 1, 2016
Student supports dad with stiff, hairy upper lipLots of men grow moustaches for "Movember." But few grow full-fledged works of facial art.
December 1, 2016
McMaster’s School of Social Work launches two new graduate programsIn response to real world challenges and urging from community partners, the McMaster School of Social Work has developed two new programs in Critical Leadership Social Services and Communities.
December 1, 2016
Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship awarded to McMaster alumnusKen Hall is an 86-year-old McMaster geography alumnus who is being awarded the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship for his passion for both teaching and the environment.
December 1, 2016
Public lecture: Peter F. IttinuarPeter F. Ittinuar, Canada’s First Inuk Member of Parliament, will deliver a public lecture today at 7:00 p.m. in the Ceremonial Room in L.R. Wilson Hall.
November 30, 2016
‘Futuring’ campaign a year-long conversation about Ontario’s futureOntario's universities are asking members of the public to share their thoughts and feelings as part of a year-long conversation about the province's future.
November 30, 2016
Peter C. Newman: “This is like coming home for me”Peter C. Newman, a renowned author and journalist with long-time ties to McMaster, was on campus Monday to celebrate the launch of his latest book and to be recognized for the ongoing contribution of his archives to McMaster University Library.
November 28, 2016
Could your favourite character survive in the real world?A unique course in Health Sciences asks students what would have to happen biologically and psychologically for fictional characters to really exist.