McMaster Archive

January 29, 2014

Breaking down barriers to indigenous education

How can McMaster be more responsive to indigenous learners? That was the focus of a recent panel discussion, Decolonizing the Academy: Creating Spaces for Indigenous Knowledge.

January 28, 2014

#MyDayAtMac: Your photo could be featured online and in print

Own a smartphone? Then show us how exciting McMaster is for #MyDayAtMac.

January 27, 2014

Scientists reveal cause of one of the most devastating pandemics in human history

Scientists have discovered that the plague of Justinian and the Black Death were caused by distinct strains of the same pathogen. The findings suggest a new strain of plague could re-emerge in humans in the future.

January 27, 2014

Eugene Roman promotes ‘innov-action’ at Café X

The Canadian Tire executive shared his insights on the ideas of evolution in our digital world, as well as the state of innovation and technological advancement in Canada.

January 27, 2014

Universities ‘essential’ to society: Poll

A new survey shows Ontarians rank universities’ contributions to society as essential, behind only hospitals and elementary and high schools.

January 27, 2014

Power restored to most buildings, University open, Child Care centre closed

Jan. 27, 8:00 a.m.: The McMaster Child Care centre is closed for the day.

January 24, 2014

Studying economics at McMaster? Someone wants to support you

McMaster undergraduates studying economics full-time can now apply for an award worth $15,000, thanks to an anonymous donor.

January 23, 2014

Celebrating a quarter century of memories

On Tuesday evening, McMaster welcomed 144 employees and faculty to its prestigious Quarter Century Club.

January 23, 2014

McMaster suspends Engineering redsuits student group

Effective immediately, the redsuits will not be allowed to run or participate in any events on campus and the student group will not be permitted to participate in the organization of this year’s Welcome Week activities. 

January 22, 2014

Fever-reducing meds may help spread the flu

Contrary to popular belief, fever-reducing medication may inadvertently cause more harm than good.  

January 22, 2014

Music to my ears: Career advice from alumni in the arts

Students looking to work in the arts took part in a recent networking session at Convocation Hall with a focus on breaking into their chosen field.

January 21, 2014

Kelley Keehn offers money managing tips at Connect to Careers

Keehn – a financial guru and author with more than a decade of experience in her field – will talk about how to successfully manage your money.

January 21, 2014

McMaster artist makes a case for small things

A city, a home, an individual: each are the sum of their parts and the significance of each tiny piece is what fascinates artist John W. Ford, an assistant professor of art at McMaster University.

January 21, 2014

New mental health specialization prepares students for clinical work

Kristopher Brazil always knew he had a certain way with people.

January 20, 2014

Mosaic status update

It has been a month and a half since McMaster launched its new finance and research post-awards system. This update will summarize the transition's progress.

January 20, 2014

Thousands expected at Connect to Careers job fair

As many as to 4,000 students, alumni and members of the public are expected to attend the second annual Connect to Careers Job Fair at the Careport Centre on Jan. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

January 20, 2014

Network of scholars brings history of science to life

The audience listens attentively as Walter Peace delivers a lecture on the history of cartography. His presentation contains a series of intricate images that look more like works of art than historical maps.

January 20, 2014

This month with the President: #MyDayAtMac

President Patrick Deane on the evolving university experience and capturing it in photos on Jan. 29.

January 17, 2014

Poinar hunts for ‘Secrets in the Bones’ on The Nature of Things

McMaster evolutionary geneticist Hendrik Poinar was the subject of a recent episode of the popular CBC program, which focused on his quest to unravel the Black Death.

January 16, 2014

Manufacturing ‘produces larger dollar returns and generates more jobs,’ writes Puri in Spec

Ishwar Puri, dean of McMaster's Faculty of Engineering, contributed an editorial to Thursday's Hamilton Spectator with a focus on advanced manufacturing as a key driver of economic success.