McMaster Archive

January 24, 2024

Message from McMaster’s Provost: We are committed to our international students

McMaster will continue to offer a world-class education for students from around the globe as we navigate changes to policies and regulations, Provost Susan Tighe writes.

January 24, 2024

Narrative arts certificate provides space for writers to evolve and connect

The first cohort of the Concurrent Certificate in Creative Writing and Narrative Arts share how the program's supportive community was key to their success.

January 23, 2024

McMaster student has a front row seat to Forge FC celebrations 

Third-year student Mackenzie Barwell — you might know her as the stadium and digital host for Hamilton’s soccer club — uses the skills from her McMaster programs to jumpstart a career in sports journalism.

January 23, 2024

AI and international recruitment: A Q&A with Deputy Provost Matheus Grasselli

Matheus Grasselli talks priorities, goals — and surprises — as he looks to the year ahead.

January 22, 2024

Help universities tell stories that matter

Students, faculty and staff are to participate in an anonymous survey to share your perspective on how you consume and share news that matters to you.

January 22, 2024

Six lucky breaks lead to Distinguished University Professor honours for Stuart Phillips

Kinesiology professor Stuart Phillips credits a series of lucky breaks, including a broken kneecap, for setting him on the path to success.

January 19, 2024

New Professor Entrepreneur Fellowship supports McMaster start-up founders

The fellowship is intended to give McMaster professor-entrepreneurs additional time and resources to grow their companies and contribute to the university’s innovation ecosystem.

January 19, 2024

Why McMaster Donors Give: Laurie Scott ’80 ensures her husband’s legacy at Mac

The Daniel F. Phelan Entrance Scholarship will cover a Humanities undergraduate’s fees for all four years of their degree.

January 18, 2024

Seminar series spotlights vital issues from multiple perspectives

A monthly African and Black Diaspora Studies seminar series brings together scholars from across disciplines to share their insights on key topics like the environment and race-based data collection. 

January 17, 2024

An update on how McMaster is addressing financial challenges

The university is implementing proactive measures while remaining optimistic for the future, Provost Susan Tighe and VP Operations and Finance Saher Fazilat write in a message to the community.

January 16, 2024

David Farrar to conclude his tenure as president in June 2025 

McMaster’s President and Vice-Chancellor, David Farrar, has advised the Board of Governors he will conclude his tenure when his five-year term ends on June 30, 2025. 

January 15, 2024

Psychology prof and student work to fill in the blanks on mental health across cultures

Many communities and groups are underrepresented in mental health research. Student Danielle Amos and psychology Professor Nicholas Bock are working to add cross-cultural research to a course on mental illness.

January 12, 2024

From Teddy Boys to Punks: New history course explores youth sub-cultures in post WWII Britain

The course explores Teddy Boys, Punks, Acid Ravers and other youth movements whose fashion, music and recreational activities might look surprisingly familiar — even in 2024.  

January 12, 2024

Thrive Week 2024: Fostering positive mental health at McMaster

From January 22-26th, there will be over 25 in-person and virtual events focused on promoting the mental well-being of students, faculty, staff and alumni.

January 11, 2024

Library’s new book club kits aim to spark conversations and foster acceptance

The Host Your Own Book club kits — available to anyone on campus — feature books that encourage readers to explore experiences and ideas that advance equity, diversity and inclusion. 

January 8, 2024

Meet Crystal Mark, McMaster Libraries’ first diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility strategist

Crystal Mark talks about her early goals for this role, how she plans to connect with the McMaster community, and why her work matters.

January 5, 2024

Black History Month 2024: Call for artists and event submissions

Planning a Black History Month event at McMaster? Share with the BHM organizing committee and they’ll help promote your event for maximum attendance.

January 3, 2024

Health Sciences Dean Paul O’Byrne appointed to Order of Canada

Widely recognized as one of the world's foremost asthma clinician-scientists, O'Byrne is an expert on the mechanisms and treatment of asthma, particularly the role of environmental allergens.

December 20, 2023

Brothers cap off first year as undergrads by joining research groups

Twin brothers Sanjit and Sujit Patil share the positive experiences they had working as research assistants during their first years as undergraduate students.

December 20, 2023

10 things you might not know about dining on campus

From the Math Café's partnership with an Indigenous-owned coffee company, to greener, more sustainable initiatives, here are 10 things to celebrate about Hospitality Services at McMaster.